Quick Links Summary Select the rows you want to group and go to the Data tab. In the Outline drop-down menu, select “Group.” Use the plus (+) and minus (-) or number buttons that appear to collapse and expand each group. Viewing only the data you want to see can be tedious when you’re working with a large spreadsheet. Luckily, Excel offers various tools you can use to simplify your data....
Summary Putting together a stand-out resume is crucial when you want to make a stellar first impression on potential employers. However, crafting a resume that actually showcases your skills and accomplishments—without reading like a boring, cookie-cutter document—can be tricky. This is where ChatGPT comes in handy. We used the free version of ChatGPT (GPT 3.5) for illustrations throughout this piece. While it’s decent, we expect you’ll get better results using the premium version of ChatGPT (GPT 4)....
Summary Apple’s Shortcuts app lets you create time-saving workflows and automations, from simple operations to complex multi-step processes. Incorporating the “If” action into your shortcuts can take your workflows to the next level, and give you even more control over your iPhone. What Is the “If” Action in the Shortcuts App? TheShortcuts appis full of actions that can perform specific functions on your iPhone. For example, some actions can make calls, some can send messages, some can open apps, and others can change iOS settings....
macOS Sequoia 15.4 is now available. It’s probably the last feature-packed release until Apple restarts the beta cycle with iOS 16, iOS 19, and more at the WWDC in June. The update brings some missing Apple Intelligence capabilities to the Mac, but there are other changes to make your daily computing a bit smoother. What you won’t get in this release is the promised AI-infused version of Siri since the feature has beendelayed until later in 2025 or 2026....
Summary The Smart Lookup feature of Microsoft Word was used to provide information about a word or phrase in a document by searching the internet. I’m using the past tense here because Microsoft has retired this feature and looking to replace it with something not everyone will like. Why Microsoft Has Retired the Smart Lookup Feature Microsoft introduced the Smart Lookup feature in Office 2016. Since then, it’s been my go-to tool whenever I came across a new word, like Worcestershire, whose definition I wanted to know....
Google is reportedly blocking Nextcloud, the open-source cloud storage service, from full file access on Android devices. Nextcloud is accusing Google of anti-competitive behavior, while a fully functional version remains available through the F-Droid store. Nextcloudis a self-hostable and open-source cloud platform, allowing you to host your own file storage (like Google Drive or OneDrive), online office suite (like Google Docs), calendar, contacts, video conferring, and other services. It has desktop and mobile clients available for file synchronization and other features....
PowerToys adds a ton of must-have functionality to Windows 11, including bulk file renaming, window pinning, and multi-device clipboard sharing. Now, with the v0.89 update, PowerToys is kicking it to the next level with a new Advanced Paste media transcoding feature. Media Transcoding in Advanced Paste For those unfamiliar, Advanced Paste is a tool that lets you paste content from your clipboard in nearly any format. Advanced Paste can convert markdown to plain text, change an HTML file to TXT, turn a JPEG image into a PNG, or even extract the text from an image you’ve copied to your clipboard....
Summary Proton VPNis a solid service that gets the job done. It’s good in all respects: it’s fast, secure, and gets through to Netflix. That said, I dislike the way the interface was designed. Still, as a standalone service, it’s one of thebest VPNsout there. However, bundled with its sibling products, it becomes a real powerhouse worth checking out for anybody on the market. Proton VPN Proton VPN is a fast and secure service, that comes with a strong reputation for privacy....
Quick Links Summary TheSonos Move 2really encapsulates what it means to be a streaming speaker for the whole home. Its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections ensure you’ll be able to use it from all areas of your property—and beyond. Its heavier weight, however, makes it less ideal to pack for short trips. A homebody at heart, the Move 2 gets long battery life, new dual-tweeters, and a new convenient USB-C port. It’s the do-it-all speaker that can go anywhere that also doesn’t mind staying put....
Chromebooks are generally well-known for their affordability, but the best budget Chromebooks let you save even more while still running your favorite work and entertainment apps. Acer Chromebook Spin 513 What to Look for in a Budget Chromebook Budget Chromebooks don’t have to be low-quality, even if some come with cheaper plastic builds. It’s all about affordability, and for most folks, $400 is the limit. In fact, you may still find options with solid performance and useful features for less than $300....
HDMI switches solve the problem that some TVs have—not having enough HDMI ports. With an HDMI switch, you can add to your TVs total number of HDMI ports without reducing quality. An HDMI switch can also be handy at your computer setup or in a media room. OREI 4K 1x4 HDMI Splitter What to Look For in an HDMI Switch When searching for an HDMI switch, you’ll first need to consider how many HDMI connections you need....
Summary The Steam Deck has some major competition in the form of the ROG Ally X from ASUS, which boasts even more powerful hardware. Despite the obvious performance boost, I went for the Steam Deck instead. Here’s the method to my madness. ASUS' Controversial Hardware Issues When the first version of the ASUS ROG Ally hit the market, it was an impressive piece of technology that set up the company as a main rival to Valve’s own handheld....
Amazon’s free streaming service with ads, Freevee, finally has a (rough) shutdown date. The platform will officially stop working in August 2025. This decision brings all of Freevee’s content onto the Amazon Prime Video platform, so there’s still a place where you can watch the shows and movies for free. The news about Freevee closing came from an update to the app itself, as well asa new note added to Apple’s App Store, which clearly says, “The Freevee app will be accessible until August 2025....
