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How-To
Easily Identify Your Car’s Maintenance Symbols
By Rhett Intriago
Ever run into car trouble, but you’re not sure what those symbols on your dashboard mean? Now, you can use your iPhone to easily identify car dashboard symbols and meanings by simply snapping a picture. Find out how to use this cool new Visual Look Up feature below!
How to Add Music to iPhone: Quick & Easy MP3 Download
By Olena Kagui
The easiest way to enjoy music on an iPhone is by using Apple Music or streaming music via an app like Spotify or YouTube. However, if you have an MP3 file on your computer or another device, getting it on your phone requires a few extra steps. I'll teach you how to put music on Apple Music or your iPhone the fastest way!
View Edit History on Shared Notes
By Rhett Intriago
One of the best things to happen to my family is shared notes. But, something that has always been an issue is not knowing what or who changed something on a shared note. And while this may be somewhat of a niche issue, if you’re someone who stays organized and productive by using the Notes app and the shared notes feature, this might be really useful for you as well.
How to Save an Email as a PDF on Your iPhone & iPad
By Leanne Hays
Saving an email as a PDF on your iPhone or iPad isn't a straightforward process, but it can be done. Here's how to save a Gmail or Outlook email as a PDF, or an email from any other account you've synced to Apple's Mail app!
Double-Click Side Button Not Working? Check This Setting
By Paula Bostrom
Double-clicking the iPhone side button is something everyone does, whether it's to pull up Apple Pay or confirm that you want to install an app. However, if you have shaky hands or a physical impairment that prevents you from clicking the side button fast enough, you might have trouble using these features. Luckily, if double-clicking the side button is not working for you, your iPhone has an accessibility setting to slow down the click speed.
How to Take Photos on iPhone Faster Using Your Voice
By Olena Kagui
Many people wonder, can you make Siri take a picture on your iPhone? The answer is yes! It used to be possible to simply tell Siri to open the camera app to any mode then snap a picture or start recording. While that is no longer possible with iOS 16 or later, there are still ways to take photos and videos with just your voice!
How to Find Screenshots on Mac
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
This article will tell you how to find screenshots on a Mac. Many of us have been in the position where we take a screenshot and then struggle to find where it went. This can be frustrating, especially if the file name starts with "screenshot," as that can make it difficult to search. Let's learn where to find screenshots on a Mac and how to change a screenshot location on a Mac.
How to Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac
By Rachel Needell
No one likes scrolling through their photos on their Mac and coming across duplicates. Luckily, Apple has made this easy in the Photos app on Mac by creating a folder called "Duplicates" that allows you to see all the duplicate photos in your library and merge them into one photo. Here's how to find and remove duplicate photos in the Photos app on Mac.
How to Stop Emails from Going to Archive on iPhone
By Hallei Halter
Have you been swiping emails away and wondering, "Why are my emails going to archive on my iPhone?" Here's how to delete emails on your iPhone, by changing the default swipe action from archive to delete.
How to Use Siri to Turn Your Flashlight on iPhone On & Off
By Leanne Hays
Your iPhone's flashlight is one of its most simple, yet useful, features, and through the years it's gotten easier and more convenient to use. In current versions of iOS, you can simply ask Siri to turn your flashlight on and off for you.
Express Yourself with New Emojis in iOS 16.4
By Rhett Intriago
Almost every major version of iOS comes with new emojis, and iOS 16 is no exception. Your iPhone now comes with 21 new emojis (31 if you factor in skin tone variations). Now you can express yourself in a variety of new ways.
Keep Your Home Screen Organized by Resetting the Layout
By Abbey Dufoe
Sometimes you need to do some app housecleaning. Maybe your kid moved your apps around, or maybe you just want to see what apps you currently have installed. If you have a lot of apps, it can be easy to lose track of them, even if they're organized into folders. If you’re looking for a fresh start, take a few quick steps in your settings to reset your Home Screen layout on iPhone or iPad.
Learning how to reset AirPods Pro (and AirPods) can be useful when troubleshooting device issues. It is also a necessary step to take when you want to give away or sell AirPods Pro that you no longer need. Knowing how to factory reset AirPods Pro will also allow you to use AirPods that you’ve found if you can’t locate the owner.
How to Sync Passwords between iPhone & Mac with Keychain
By Emma Chase
iCloud Keychain allows you to store usernames, Wi-Fi passwords, and credit card information. Syncing your passwords is simple, helps you save time, and results in fewer lost passwords, and you can use Keychain with confidence knowing that your information is encrypted and secure. We'll show you how to sync passwords with Keychain on iPhone and Mac.
Can You Trade in AirPods & AirPods Pro for Credit
By Olena Kagui
You've probably wondered if you can trade in AirPods or AirPods Pro, and the answer is "yes" followed by a really big "but." Sending your AirPods to Apple will ensure proper recycling, which is great for the planet, but it won't get you any trade-in credit. I'll explain why and how to do this, plus I'll give you some unusual money-saving alternative options.
HomePod Won't Turn On? Here's Every Fix
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If your HomePod or HomePod mini is not turning on, you may feel like throwing it out the window and starting fresh with a brand-new one, but there are a few things to try before you rush out for a replacement. Here are all the steps to try to get your HomePod working again and how to know when it's time to call Apple.
How to Delete Shortcuts from iPhone
By Olena Kagui
iPhone shortcuts have been helping users customize their devices since the iOS 12 update. They allow a simple tap or voice command to trigger an automated task or a sequence of tasks. But depending on your iPhone usage, these Apple shortcuts can become a nuisance. Learning how to remove shortcuts can help you navigate your phone with ease.
How to Flip Camera During a FaceTime Call
By Hallei Halter
FaceTime can be tricky, and you may have found yourself wondering, "why is my FaceTime camera flipped?" FaceTime video calls automatically use the front-view camera, but sometimes you may want to use the back camera. Sure, you can flip your iPhone around, but it's hard to tell where your camera is pointing when you do that. Here's how to flip the FaceTime camera during a call instead.
How to Change Font Size on iPhone for Easier Reading
By Sarah Kingsbury
If your eyesight isn't what it used to be, you may find the small text size on your iPhone or iPad hard to read and wonder, "Why is the font on my iPhone so small? How do I make the text bigger?" There's no need to strain your eyes; here are several tricks you can use to make reading on an iPhone or iPad easier, including changing your iPhone font size.