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The best articles, tips, tricks and tutorials for your favorite apps and programs

  • Gmail Smart Compose: what it is, how to activate and disable it
    Gmail Smart Compose is a feature that helps you write better and faster. Based on your writing style, the application learns and predicts the next words or expressions you want to write in an email. Sometimes, these suggestions are not correct. But in most cases, they get it right, minimizing the time you spend typing the body of a message.
  • How to turn an email into a task in Gmail from Android
    Creating a task from an e-mail is very useful to avoid overlooking important issues. It may be an invitation to a meeting or something you need to do at a later date. Regardless of the content of the e-mail, turning it into a task is easy. Here, we show you how to do it in two different ways.
  • Gmail messages not arriving on Android: how to fix it
    The performance of an application such as Gmail is usually excellent. It is such a popular service that its developers always keep it updated and free of bugs. But, like everything in life, receiving emails in Gmail can also fail. In this article, we focus especially on possible bugs and misconfigurations that cause emails not to arrive. If you are not receiving emails in Gmail for Android, here are some solutions.
  • How to change your Gmail account name on Android
    Gmail lets you modify the name of each account you have configured in its application. However, the method may vary depending on whether the account is from Google or another provider. In this article, we will show you how to change the name in each case.
  • How to empty the trash in Gmail for Android
    The recycle trash in Gmail is a very useful tool to keep your email organized. It holds messages that you have deleted from other folders, such as the inbox. If you usually send lots of conversations there, you will likely want to empty it from time to time. How? Here, we will explain how to do it both automatically and manually.
  • How to use Google Chat in Gmail for Android
    Google has been integrating several tools into its Gmail application for some time now. All of them are oriented towards communication between users. We are talking about services such as Google Chat or Google Meet. In this article, we will focus on the first one to tell you how to activate it in Gmail and how to use it.
  • How to cancel email subscriptions in Gmail for Android
    Continuous email communications from some companies can be very annoying. This is especially true when it comes to advertising or product sales. You most likely get these types of emails because, at some point, you subscribed to a list. How can you unsubscribe from Gmail on Android? Let's take a look at some suggestions that may be useful.
  • How to search for the largest emails in Gmail
    When compared to the web version, the search engine in the Gmail Android app may seem very limited. But nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, it comes with many advanced functions that are activated thanks to the search operators. One of them is the possibility to locate emails by size. This way, you can find out conversations that are overloading your account or find messages with large attachments.
  • How to search for emails by date in Gmail from Android
    Gmail includes several search operators that you can use to find conversations even faster and accurately. Among them, there are several dedicated exclusively to filtering emails by date. Do you want to know them?
  • Gmail does not sync on Android: what to do to fix it
    Gmail is one of the most important applications in the Google ecosystem. Therefore, the company dedicates efforts and resources to improve it so that it is flawless. However, it is sometimes possible to experience errors that prevent the correct functioning of the service. For example, Gmail may stop synchronizing your inbox. How to solve this problem? In this guide, we give you all the tips on how to do it yourself.
  • How to block emails and accounts in Gmail on Android
    Email is still one of the most widely used ways to communicate between people and that is a fact of life. Therefore, companies are obviously using this medium to send advertising. And it is also the target of attackers and fraudsters. If you are getting too many advertising emails or even dangerous messages, Gmail has a blocking feature that will help you prevent this behavior.
  • How to customize the swipe gesture in Gmail for Android
    Gmail features some gestures to perform quick actions on your emails. Specifically, it lets you swipe left or right in any conversation, thus activating some of its features. By default, the actions set whether you swipe to one side or the other is to archive. Of course, this aspect of the application can be easily customized. Here, we explain how to do it.
  • How to connect Google Pay to Gmail from Android
    Linking Google Pay and Gmail is really easy. In this case, you must open the Google Payments application and access its main menu by tapping on the three horizontal lines that you will see in the upper left corner.
  • How to remove the Meet tab in Gmail for Android
    Google has long insisted on centralizing some of its services within the Gmail application. We are referring to Google Chat and Google Meet. Both appear at the bottom of the screen, specifically in a new navigation bar. Perhaps, for many users, this has turned out to be a good idea, as they often use both communication platforms. But if you have made it this far, that is probably not the case for you. In this article, we show you how to disable the meeting tab in the Google mail application.
  • How to view archived Gmail emails from Android
    Are you wondering where the messages you archive in Gmail end up? This is normal since the application does not show any section with this name. What happens is that the Gmail archive is called All mail. The conversations you archive are located in the side menu of the application.
  • Snooze in Gmail: what it is used for and how to activate it in emails
    Google has been slowly improving its email application, known as Gmail. Among the functions, it has added is the ability to snooze emails. What is it for and how can you use it? Let us show you how to do it in this article.
  • How to undo sending an email in Gmail from Android
    Gmail has a feature that can be described as a lifesaver. Right after sending an e-mail, it lets you undo the sending and prevent the message from reaching the addressee. This is especially useful when you have the wrong contact, have added the wrong content to the email, or are missing information.
  • How to remove and delete a Gmail account in Android
    You may have come here because you want to delete the Gmail account from your Android device. Or maybe you want to delete your email address, but not lose your Google account. You may even want to completely unsubscribe from Gmail and the rest of the services of the company. Whatever you want to do, you will find all the information you need in this article.
  • How to remove Gmail's promotions tab on Android
    Gmail divides the inbox into different tabs and sorts incoming mails according to their content. In the latest versions of the application, it is possible to activate or deactivate the following categories:
  • How to enable Gmail's dark mode on Android
    Most applications have adopted what is popularly known as dark mode. This is a setting that is responsible for activating dark shades in all interface elements. It is advisable to use it in low-light environments or at night. Gmail has its own dark mode, and here, you will find two ways to activate it.
  • How to create and configure a Gmail signature on Android
    Signatures are an essential element of email. This is the section where the farewell, contact details, and other relevant information are included. Gmail for Android lets you modify it for all emails sent from your smartphone. Therefore, the signature you use from your device will be different from the one that appears in the web version. Why is that? Sometimes, it is useful to use a mobile signature that lets recipients know that you are writing from a phone. For example, it is a good excuse for spelling mistakes or autocorrect changes.
  • How to change the Gmail view on Android
    The Gmail inbox supports some degree of customization. The options included in your application let you change the view used to display your emails. All these options can be found in the settings. To access, open the side options menu and tap Settings.
  • How to schedule a Gmail email from Android
    Scheduling the sending of your emails with Gmail is possible from its official application. In fact, it is a feature that is included natively, so there is no need to install any additional software.
  • How to convert WhatsApp voice messages to text
    Converting WhatsApp voice messages to text is very simple thanks to Transcriber, a completely free application. You can download it quickly and securely from our servers using the link you see on this page.
  • How to listen to WhatsApp voice messages without the sender knowing
    There are several ways to listen to audio without the other user noticing. In this article, we will show you the best tricks to listen to WhatsApp voice notes in incognito.
  • How to share files and folders in OneDrive
    One of the advantages of OneDrive is the ease of sharing documents and folders with other users. Here, you will find a complete guide that shows you how to send your files using the Microsoft cloud from the file explorer and the web.
  • How to enable the dark mode in Windows 10
    Windows 10 incorporates a native dark mode that can be useful in some cases. For example, you may use the computer in low-light environments. Using the dark shades of the interface will reduce eye fatigue. On the other hand, many users like to activate the dark mode for purely aesthetic reasons. No matter what your case is, here, you will find the steps you must take to correctly implement the dark mode in Windows 10.
  • How to recover your user password in Windows 10
    Windows 10 offers a password recovery system in case you have lost or forgotten your password. It is possible to restore access to your user whether it is local or created using a Microsoft account. This guide addresses both cases.
  • How to improve Chrome's privacy
    Let's be honest. Google Chrome is not the browser for you if you are worried about privacy. In terms of privacy, it is better to use options such as Firefox or Brave. However, if you do not want or cannot leave Chrome aside, here are some tricks and settings that will help you protect your data a little more.
  • How to convert a YouTube video to GIF
    Have you found a funny video on YouTube and would like to save a clip? Is there a scene you would love to replay over and over again? Converting the content to GIF may be the solution. You should know that YouTube does not allow videos hosted on its platform to be converted to another format. However, thanks to GIFRun, this is now possible.
  • How to open Chrome incognito by default in Windows
    Incognito mode in Google Chrome is useful in many different circumstances. For example, you can use it to view private information or to log in to a secondary Google account. Unfortunately, the browser does not have the option to enable incognito mode by default. If you want Chrome to always start this way, you will have to use the trick explained in this article.
  • How to use Gmail as your own domain's email address
    Gmail lets you receive and send mail from accounts with custom domains. There are two ways to do this and both are extremely simple. However, there are important differences between the two that you should be aware of. If you were considering using your own domain with Gmail, you will find all the information you need in this article.
  • How to back up all your Gmail mails
    Do you want to download all your Gmail emails and make a backup? If you have been looking for that option in the Google Mail Android app, you will have noticed that it is not available. However, the company has enabled a wizard to download all your account data, including Gmail emails. To access you must open the browser and type the following URL:
  • How to download your Gmail messages in PDF
    Creating a PDF copy of your emails from the Gmail application is not a natively implemented option. However, it is possible to do this relatively easily with the message printing function. All you have to do is access the email you want to be displayed on the screen.
  • The 60 best keyboard shortcuts for Google Chrome
    Keyboard shortcuts are always a great convenience when working on the computer. Just by learning a few shortcut keys, we will automatically increase our productivity. Of course, not all keyboard shortcuts are equally useful, so it is important to prioritize those that can bring us the most benefit. In Google Chrome, there are many keyboard shortcuts, here are some of the most useful ones.
  • How to uninstall or disable Google Chrome extensions
    To enhance your experience, Google Chrome has a system of extensions that let you perform many more tasks than a web browser would normally perform. However, there may come a time when you want to get rid of some of them. You have two options: uninstall it or disable it. We tell you how to do both.
  • How to revert to an old version of Google Chrome
    Google Chrome is the most widely used Internet browser today. That is why, despite its multiple updates, most websites work perfectly on it. However, there are times when it may be necessary to use an older version of Google Chrome. Some web pages do not work the same on all versions of Google's browser, so you may want to use an older one. Here we tell you how to go back to an older version of Google Chrome.
  • Google Chrome is not working or not responding: what to do if it closes or will not open
    Google Chrome, like any other computer program, can crash. Sometimes it crashes, sometimes it will not load a page, and other times, it may not even open. Depending on the problem, we must take one or another action. Here are all the problems that Google Chrome can have, along with their respective solutions.
  • How to create a WhatsApp chat with yourself
    Some messaging apps let the user create a conversation with themselves. Such is the case of Telegram or Signal. However, WhatsApp does not have this function officially in its application. Fortunately, there are several foolproof ways to help you create a chat where only you participate.
  • How to reduce the size of a Word file
    Like almost any text document, Word files do not usually take up too much space, usually around 20-30KB per document. Filling a modern hard disk with such files may become a titanic task: there is room for millions of documents of that size.
  • How to add a watermark to a Word document
    Watermarks are text and/or background images that we place on all document sheets. Since they are for background only, watermarks are printed with a low opacity, so any text written on top of them will cover them up. This is useful in several situations: to create an official company document by printing its logo in the background, to clarify that a document is a draft by placing the word "draft" in big letters on each page, and so on.
  • How to translate text directly in Word
    Microsoft Word has a built-in text translation tool. Thanks to it, it is possible to translate directly in the document we are in, without having to use other Internet translators and having to copy and paste. To use this tool, first, open Word with the document you want to translate.
  • Facebook does not let you share content: how to fix it
    There are several different reasons why you may not be able to post on Facebook. This guide will show you why you are experiencing this problem and what solutions are available to put an end to it.
  • How to find out if your Facebook account has been hacked
    Having someone access your Facebook account without permission can have disastrous consequences. For example, the intruder may take the opportunity to download your personal information, post unpleasant content on your profile, or talk to your contacts. If you have indications that your account has been hacked, read on because this article will surely help you.
  • How to unfollow, block or report someone on Facebook
    When you follow a person or a page on Facebook, its content starts to appear in your News Feed. If for some reason, you do not want this to be the case, all you have to do is to remove the follow. It is as simple as visiting the profile and tapping on the Manage Follow Settings button.
  • How to set up who can see your posts on Facebook
    Facebook lets you decide who sees what you post on your wall. It does this through privacy preferences. If you go to the menu with the three horizontal lines, you will find the Privacy shortcuts button.
  • How to download all your photos from Facebook
    Downloading all your photos from Facebook is a relatively simple task. In fact, it is possible to do it from the Android client. All you have to do is go to the application settings. Tap on the Settings button located in the menu with the three horizontal lines.
  • WhatsApp notifications are not ringing: how to fix it
    By default, WhatsApp notifies users every time they receive a message from a contact or group. But what can you do if the notifications have stopped activating? Here, you will find the best suggestions and solutions to recover the WhatsApp notifications.
  • I am not receiving WhatsApp messages: how to fix it
    WhatsApp is an application that is in constant development. Therefore, it is stable and usually does not present errors. In addition, the company releases updates very often to increase security. Obviously, that does not mean that it is a perfect application. For example, it has happened to some users that they do not receive messages on their phones. Is that your case? So, take a look at the solutions we propose here.
  • How to activate spell checker in WhatsApp
    The spell checker is a very useful tool that helps you to write better when you have conversations with your contacts on WhatsApp. If it is not enabled by default on your mobile device, we will tell you how to enable it and use it correctly in this article.