Showing posts with label iOS. Show all posts
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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Google Drive iOS Update Transforms Your Search Experience

Google Drive's iOS app receives a search functionality overhaul, with new filters and suggestions offering a streamlined way to find your files.

By Rodger Mansfield, Editor
March 5, 2024
 

Have you ever found yourself sifting through a cluttered Google Drive on your iPhone or iPad, desperately trying to locate that specific document? 

Do you wish you could pinpoint files by type, owner, or date faster? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the newly improved search capability in Google Drive for iOS.

Here's how to do it.
  1. Ensure you have the latest version of the Google Drive app installed on your iOS device.
  2. Within Google Drive, tap the search bar at the top.
  3. Notice new drop-down menus below the search bar. These provide filters for "Type," "People," and "Modified."
  4. Select relevant filters to narrow down your results. 
  5. As you type in the search bar, Google Drive will intelligently suggest further filters.

The improved search capability offers:
  • Significantly faster file location
  • Improved organization for complex Google Drive accounts
  • Intuitive, user-friendly interface
Google Drive Search - iOS
fig. 1 - Google Drive Search - iOS

Imagine you need to find a spreadsheet your colleague shared with you last week.  

Rather than scrolling endlessly, filter by "File Type: spreadsheet" and "Last Modified: Last 7 Days." 

Your file should appear instantly.

The great news is this feature requires no additional configuration – it's enabled automatically with the update!

This iOS update makes Google Drive a more efficient and organized workspace. 

If you're an iPhone or iPad user who relies on Google Drive, this search enhancement will save you precious time and streamline your workflow.


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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Unlock Hidden iPhone Editing Powers with The Three-Finger Tap Trick

Discover a time-saving iPhone shortcut!  Master the three-finger tap to instantly access editing tools for text, images, and more.

By Rodger Mansfield
February 21, 2024


Have you ever found yourself repeatedly tapping and holding on your iPhone screen to get those editing options to pop up?  

Is wrestling with the tiny cursor to make text changes giving you a headache? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the hidden power of the three-finger tap.

What is the Three-Finger Tap?

The three-finger tap is a convenient iOS gesture that brings up a handy editing toolbar.  

This toolbar usually offers actions like:
  • Cut
  • Copy
  • Paste
  • Undo
  • Redo

Here's how to do it. 
  1. Open any app where you can edit text (Notes, Messages, email, etc.)
  2. Tap into a text field.
  3. Tap one time on the screen with three fingers.
  4. The editing toolbar will appear above your text selection.

iPhone Three Finger Tap
fig. 1 - iPhone Three Finger Tap


This gesture is a must-know productivity shortcut for iPhone users.

It streamlines workflows, especially if you do a lot of editing on your iPhone.

After performing a three-finger tap, a single tap on the side of the screen will usually dismiss the toolbar.

The three-finger tap is a lesser-known but incredibly useful iPhone gesture.  

Whether you're a writer, student, or everyday texter, adding this shortcut to your toolbox will supercharge your editing game, saving you time and frustration.

Ready to streamline your iPhone editing? 

Start using the three-finger tap today and see the difference!

Enjoy!


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Saturday, December 30, 2023

How to Use Copilot, the AI-Powered Chat and Content Generator, on Your Smartphone

Do you want to get more out of your smartphone? 

Do you wish you had a smart assistant that can help you with your tasks, research, and creativity? 

Here's a Cool Tip.   Use the NEW Copilot mobile apps for iOS and Android. 

Copilot, formerly called Bing Chat,  is an AI-powered chat and content generator that can help you with your tasks, research, and creativity. 

You can chat with Copilot, ask it questions, and request it to generate content for you, such as code, poems, stories, essays, and more. 

Copilot is available on various platforms, including mobile apps for iOS and Android, Windows, and Microsoft Office tools.

Here's how to Use the Copilot Mobile App

  • Download the app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store, respectively. 
  • Sign in with your Microsoft account to access more features and have longer conversations. You can also use the app without signing in, but with some limitations.
  • Type in your question or request, or use voice recognition to speak to Copilot. 
  • Copilot responds in a chat bubble. 
  • Continue the conversation by typing or speaking more. 
  • Use the app’s menu to access different modes and settings.



Microsoft Copilot iOS mobile app

fig. 1 Microsoft Copilot iOS mobile app


Here are some examples of how you can use the Copilot mobile apps for iOS and Android for different purposes and topics:
  • Learn to Code - Ask Copilot to write a simple program for you, such as “Write a program that prints Hello World” or “Write a program that calculates the area of a circle”. Copilot generates the code for you in a code block, and you can copy and paste it into your editor or compiler. You can also ask Copilot to explain the code or modify it according to your needs.
  • Write a Poem - Ask Copilot to write a poem, such as “Write a poem about winter”.. Copilot generates the poem in a code block.  You can copy and paste it into your document. You can also ask Copilot to change the style or tone of the poem, or add more verses or lines.
  • Recommend Restaurant -  Ask Copilot to recommend a restaurant for you, such as “Recommend a restaurant near me” or “Recommend a restaurant that serves Italian food”. Copilot gives you a list of restaurants that match your criteria, along with their ratings, reviews, and locations.

From a PC, you also can access Copilot at http://copilot.microsoft.com as well as at Bing, www.bing.com/ then select "Chat".

What do you think of Copilot?

Let us know in the comments below.

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

How to Use the Sensitive Content Warning Feature in iOS 17

iOS17
Have you ever received an unexpected explicit photo or video on your iPhone or iPad?

Do you worry about your kids seeing inappropriate content online?

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the new Sensitive Content Warning feature in iOS 17.

iOS 17 is the latest version of Apple's mobile operating system for the iPhone and iPad and it includes the Sensitive Content Warning feature.

The Sensitive Content Warning feature in iOS 17 is a new tool that can help you protect yourself and your family from unwanted explicit content. 

The new feature works by scanning incoming messages, photos, and videos for nudity and other sensitive content. 

If it finds anything, it will blur the content and show you a warning before you open it.

This feature can be especially helpful for parents who want to make sure their kids don't see inappropriate content. 

But it can also be useful for adults who don't want to be surprised by explicit content when they're checking their messages or photos.

Here's how to do it.
  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
  • Scroll down and tap Privacy & Security.
  • Scroll down and tap Sensitive Content Warning.
  • Toggle on the Sensitive Content Warning switch.
You can configure the Sensitive Content Warning feature to allow or block specific types of content. 

For example, you can allow the feature to blur nudity, but not other types of sensitive content.
  • Under App & Service Access, tap on the app or service that you want to configure.
  • Toggle on or off the switch for the types of content that you want to blur.

iOS17 iPhone Sensitive Content Warning Setting

fig. 1 - iOS17 iPhone Sensitive Content Warning Setting


The Sensitive Content Warning feature in iOS 17 is a powerful new tool that can help you protect yourself and your family from unwanted explicit content.

It's easy to use and configure, and it can be a valuable addition to your online safety toolkit.

Here are a few additional tips for protecting yourself and your family from unwanted explicit content online:
  • Talk to your kids about online safety and the dangers of explicit content.
  • Use parental controls on your devices to block access to inappropriate websites and apps.
  • Be careful about what information you share online.
  • Be aware of the risks of phishing scams and malware.
For more information on protecting kids online, check out the US FTC site.

By following these tips, you can help keep yourself and your family safe online.

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

How to Use Apple's New Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness for AirPods Pro

Air Pods
Are you tired of having to adjust your AirPods' noise cancellation settings every time you want to talk to someone? 

Or maybe you're worried about missing important announcements because your AirPods are blocking out the world around you?

Here's a Cool Tip.  AirPod Adaptive Audio.

Apple's new Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness features for AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) are here to help. 

These features automatically adjust your AirPods' noise cancellation and transparency settings based on your environment and what you're doing.

Adaptive Audio
Adaptive Audio uses machine learning to automatically adjust the noise cancellation and transparency levels of your AirPods based on the ambient noise around you. 

For example, if you're in a quiet room, your AirPods will use more transparency to let you hear your surroundings. 

But if you're in a noisy environment, your AirPods will use more noise cancellation to block out the noise.

Conversation Awareness
Conversation Awareness is a sub-feature of Adaptive Audio that automatically lowers your media volume and enhances voices in front of you when you start talking. 

This makes it easy to have conversations without having to remove your AirPods or adjust the settings manually.

Here's how to do it.

To enable Adaptive Audio and Conversation Awareness, follow these steps:
  • Make sure your AirPods Pro (2nd Generation) are connected to your iPhone.
  • Open the Settings app.
  • Tap on AirPods Pro.
  • Under Noise Control, toggle on Adaptive.
  • To enable Conversation Awareness, toggle on the switch next to Conversation Awareness.

Air Pods Mode Selection
fig. 1 - Air Pods Mode Selection - Adaptive



Apple Air Pods Audio Setting
fig. 2 - Apple Air Pods Audio Setting

Additionally, Conversation Awareness can help you to stay connected to your environment and avoid missing important announcements.

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

How to Use the New iPhone Camera Level in iOS 17 to Take Straighter Photos

iOS17
Have you ever taken a photo that looked crooked, even though you thought you were holding your iPhone level? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the new iOS1 17 camera level.

The new camera level feature in iOS 17 is a simple and effective way to take straighter photos.

When the line is yellow, your phone is level. 

This can be helpful for taking straighter photos of landscapes, buildings, and other objects.

Here's how to do it:
  1. Open the Settings app.
  2. Scroll down and tap Camera.
  3. Under Composition, toggle on the switch next to Level.

iOS17 Camera Level Settings
fig. 1 - iOS17 Camera Settings

4. Open the Camera app.
5. Point your phone at the object you want to photograph.

fig. 2 - iOS17 Camera Level Broken Line

        6. Tilt your phone until the horizontal line turns yellow.


        7. Take your photo!

That's it.



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Sunday, October 15, 2023

How to Use the New iOS17 iPhone Auto Delete Verification Codes Feature

iOS 17
Do you ever forget to delete your verification codes after you use them? 

This can be a security risk, as anyone who has access to your phone could potentially use them to log into your accounts.

Here's a Cool iPhone tip.  Use the new Auto Delete Verification feature in iOS17.

With iOS17, Apple has introduced a new feature that allows you to automatically delete verification codes after you use them. 

This is a great way to improve your security and keep your accounts safe.

Here's how to do it.
  • Go to Settings.
  • Tap Passwords.
  • Tap Password Options.
  • Toggle on Clean Up Automatically.
  • This will automatically delete verification codes after you use them in the Messages and Mail apps.
iOS17 Auto Delete Verification Codes


Here's an example of how this works.
  • You are trying to log into your bank account
  • You receive a verification code via SMS
  • You enter the code into the bank's website and log in.
  • If you have enabled the auto delete verification codes feature, your iPhone will automatically delete the verification code from the Messages app after you use it.
The new auto delete verification codes feature in iOS17 is a great way to improve your security and keep your accounts safe. Be sure to enable this feature to help protect your privacy and data.

iOS 17 has many new and exciting features.

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Sunday, October 8, 2023

How to Set Search Engines for iPhone iOS17

What is your favorite search Engine?

Google?   Duck, Duck, Go?   YAHOO?

Do you want to use a different search engine on your iPhone, or set a different search engine for private browsing? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Change your search engine setting in iOS 17.

This is a great way to improve your privacy and have more control over your search experience.

Here's how to do it.
  • Open the Settings app.
  • Scroll down and tap Safari.

iPhone Safari Search Settings
fig. 1 - iPhone Safari Search Settings

  • Under the Search section, tap Search Engine.
  • Choose a search engine from the list.
iPhone Search Engine
fig. 2 - iPhone Search Engine

  • Choose Safari to return.
  • To set a different search engine for private browsing, tap Private Search Engine.
  • Choose a search engine from the list.
iPhone Private Search Engine
Fig.3 - iPhone Private Search Engine

  • Use Default Search Engine (under Private Search Engine): This will use the same search engine for private browsing as you set for regular browsing.
You can choose from five different search engines: Google, Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo, and Ecosia.

If you're concerned about your privacy, you may want to consider using a search engine like DuckDuckGo, which doesn't track your searches.

You can also change your search engine at any time by following the steps above.

Setting a search engine and private search engine for iPhone iOS17 is a great way to improve your privacy and have more control over your search experience. 


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Thursday, October 5, 2023

How to Ping Your Apple Watch from Your iPhone

iOS17
Have you ever misplaced your Apple Watch and couldn't find it? 

Did you set it down upstairs or downstairs?

Where is it?

Here's a Cool Tip.  Ping it.

iOS 17 includes a new feature that allows you to ping your Apple Watch from your iPhone.

This new feature is very simple to use. 

Here's how to do it.
  • Open the Control Center on your iPhone.
  • Tap on the Ping My Watch button.
  • Your Apple Watch will then emit a loud beep, making it easy to find.
iOS17 Ping My Watch
fig. 1 - iOS17 Ping My Watch


By default, the Ping My Watch button is not included in the Control Center. 

To add it, follow these steps:
  • Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
  • Tap on Control Center.
  • Under More Controls, tap on the + button next to Ping My Watch.

Control Center Settings
fig.2 - iOS17 Ping My Watch Setting

The new Ping My Watch feature in iOS 17 is a great way to quickly find your Apple Watch if you misplace it. 

OneCoolTip recommends adding the Ping My Watch button to your Control Center so that you can easily access it when you need it.


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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

How to Use Standby Mode in iOS 17

Do you wake up in the middle of the night to check the time on your iPhone, only to be blinded by the bright screen? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the new Standby Mode.

Standby Mode is a new feature in iOS 17 that turns your iPhone into a bedside alarm clock or status board. 

It displays the time, date, and other important information in a large, easy-to-read format, with a dimmed screen that's less disruptive to sleep.

Here's how to use Standby Mode:
  • Ensure you are on the new iOS 17 for your iPhone.
  • Plug your iPhone into a charger and place it on a nightstand or other flat surface in landscape mode.
  • Your phone will automatically switch to Standby Mode. 
    • If it doesn't, you can manually enable it by going to Settings > Standby  and toggling on the switch.
  • Once Standby Mode is enabled, you'll see a large clock display on your screen. 
  • You can also see other information, such as the date, weather, and upcoming calendar events.
  • To turn off Standby Mode, simply pick up your phone or press any button.
iOS 17 Nightstand Mode
fig. 1 - iOS 17 Standby Mode

To customize,
  • Long-press either the clock or calendar
  • Unlock your phone if required
  • Customize one or both sides of the display 
  • Tap the plus icon in the upper left of the screen to add a widget 
  • Remove a widget by tapping the minus icons. 
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