Wednesday, August 30, 2023

How to Capture a Full Page in Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge
Have you ever wanted to capture a screenshot of an entire webpage, but didn't know how? 

Do you find yourself scrolling and taking multiple screenshots to capture the entire page? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Microsoft Edge Full Page Capture

Microsoft Edge has a built-in feature that allows you to easily capture full-page screenshots in JPEG format.

Here's how to do it:
  • Open the Microsoft Edge browser on your Windows 10/11 or Mac computer
  • Go to the web page that you want to capture.
  • Scroll all the way to the bottom of the page to make sure that the Web Capture feature loads all images in the article. 
  • Press and hold the three dots icon in the top-right corner.
  • Click the Web Capture button from the toolbar. 
Microsoft Edge Web Capture

fig. 1 - Microsoft Edge Web Capture

  • Select the Full Page option.
  • You'll see the Web Capture menu. 
  • Once you're done, click the save button (which looks like a floppy disk) from the toolbar. 
  • Microsoft Edge will instantly download the full-page JPEG image to the default download folder on your computer.

That's it! 

You now have a full-page screenshot of your desired webpage.


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Tuesday, August 29, 2023

How to Use Windows Clipboard History

Windows 11
Have you ever copied something important, only to accidentally overwrite it with something else before pasting?

 Have you ever wished you could access your clipboard history and retrieve something you copied earlier? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the Windows Clipboard History

With Windows 10 and Windows 11 you can use Windows Clipboard History and the keyboard shortcut Windows key + V on both operating systems to make your life easier.

Here's how to do it:

Windows 10 - Enable Clipboard History
  • Open the Settings app by clicking on the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.
  • Click on System, then select Clipboard from the left-hand menu.
  • Under Clipboard history, toggle the switch to On.
Windows 11 - Enable Clipboard History
  • Open the Settings app by clicking on the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.
  • Click on System, then select Clipboard.
  • Under Clipboard history, toggle the switch to On.

Windows System Clipboard Option Screen
fig. 1 - Windows System Clipboard Option Screen

If you want to sync your copies across devices, set that On as well.

Now that Clipboard History is enabled, you can access it by pressing the Windows key + V on your keyboard. 

Windows Clipboard History
fig. 2 - Windows Clipboard History


This will bring up a small window showing your clipboard history, with the most recent item at the top. 

You can scroll through the list and click on an item to paste it into your current application.



Enjoy!

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Summing It Up: The Many Ways to Total in Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel
Have you ever found yourself needing to add up a long list of numbers? 

Whether you’re balancing your checkbook or calculating the total cost of a project, summing a series of numbers is a common task. 

But did you know that there are several ways to accomplish this? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the Excel keyboard shortcut.

To total, or sum, a series of numbers in Excel, you can use several methods:

Use Addition:
  • This is a very simple method to add the value of several cells containing numbers together. 
  • Use the Formula: =A1 + A2 + A3 + A4  where A1, A2, A3 and A4 are the cells containing the numbers you want to total.
  • This works for a few cells but is unwieldy for a large set of numbers.

Use the SUM function:  
  • The SUM function is a built-in function in Excel that allows you to easily add up a range of cells. 
  • To use the SUM function, simply enter the formula =SUM(A1:A4) where A1:A4 is the range of cells containing the numbers you want to total.

Use AutoSum: 
  • AutoSum is a tool in Excel that automatically selects a column or row of numbers and calculates their sum. 
  • To use AutoSum, select the cell where you want to display the sum, then click on the AutoSum button in the toolbar on your screen.

Microsoft Excel Total Series
fig. 1 - Microsoft Excel Total Series



Super Cool Tip:

Use the Excel Keyboard Shortcut ALT + = to sum a series of numbers in a column or a row.

Enjoy!





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Sunday, August 27, 2023

Unleash Your Creativity with Microsoft Designer

Microsoft Designer
Are you tired of using the same old design templates for your projects? 

Do you want to create stunning visuals, social media posts, invitations, and more with ease? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Check out the new preview Microsoft Designer.

Microsoft Designer is a graphic design tool in Microsoft 365 that uses cutting-edge AI technology to help you unleash your creativity.

The good news is that it is currently free in preview.

Here's how to use it:
  • Access Microsoft Designer
    • Log in with your Microsoft account, 
    • Go to the Microsoft Designer website, https://designer.microsoft.com/  or click on the Designer icon within the Microsoft Edge sidebar.
  • Get started with a prompt: 
    • To start creating with Microsoft Designer, simply describe what you want in the prompt box. 
    • Powered by generative AI technology, you’ll get one-of-a-kind images, including accompanying text and visuals, and design suggestions to meet your needs.
  • Customize your design: 
    • Once you have a design generated by the AI, you can customize it to your liking. 
    • Add your own images or text, change the layout or colors, and more.
  • Use advanced AI tools: 
    • Take advantage of Microsoft Designer’s advanced AI tools to enhance your design. 
    • Use the Replace background feature to instantly remove photo backgrounds and replace them with anything you can imagine. 
    • Get writing assistance and automatic layout suggestions for anything you add.
  • Create a Brand Kit: 
    • Make your creative consistent by creating a Brand Kit that lets you apply your colors and fonts consistently across designs.

Here's a quick example to enter a prompt:

  • Create an Instagram post showcasing the benefits of visiting the tech website, www.onecooltip.com. 
  • Onecooltip offers technology tips.  
  • Use blue as the primary color to match the brand. 
  • Include an image of a person using the software on their computer in a creative workspace.

Microsoft Designer suggested several options, including this one:

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fig. 1 - Example of Microsoft Designer output

I then customized the text and saved the graphic to my local PC.

So why not give Microsoft Designer a try and unleash your creative superpowers? 

Get started today and see what amazing designs you can create!

Enjoy!





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Saturday, August 26, 2023

How to Rearrange Apps in Google's Navigation Menu

Google
Do you use Google services like, search, gmail, photos and calendar on the web?

Do you want to access them quickly and easily? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Rearrange the Google apps in the Navigation Menu.

You can rearrange apps in Google's navigation menu in a few simple steps to place the apps you use the most at the top of the list. 

Rearrange Google Navigation Menu

fig. 1 - Rearrange Google Navigation Menu

Here's how:
  1. Sign into Google.com
  2. Click the launcher icon in the upper-right corner.
  3. Click on any of the programs listed.
  4. Drag and drop them within the menu. 

By following these simple steps, you can create a personalized menu that makes it easy to access the apps you use the most.

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Friday, August 25, 2023

How to Bring Back the Classic DVD Screensaver with Google Search

Do you remember the classic DVD screensaver? 

The one with the bouncing logo that would never quite hit the corner of the screen? 

Here's a Friday Funday Cool Tip:  

Google has hidden a little easter egg that brings that screensaver back to life.


Here's how to do it.

  • Go to Google.com
  • Search for DVD screensaver on Google. 
  • After a few seconds, the Google logo will pop out of the top left corner of the screen and start bouncing around. 
  • It will change colors each time it hits a corner.

DVD Screensaver
fig. 1 - Google DVD Screensaver

The easter egg works on all desktop browsers, but it doesn't work on mobile devices.

The Google Search DVD Screensaver easter egg is a fun way to bring back a little nostalgia. 

It's also a great way to show off your Google skills to your friends and family.


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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Three Hot Cool Tips This Summer

Summer Heat
Are you sweltering in this summer heat?

Do you need some HOT COOL Tech Tips?

Then let's take a look at some Cool Tips that are Hot and popular this summer:

Check out this Cool Tip that shows how to use Google Bard's new export feature.  This allows you to copy the output response from Google AI into text that you can use easily in other applications.

Do you ever feel like your inbox is overflowing with unwanted emails?   Check out this Cool Tip on how to unsubscribe from emails in Gmail!

Have you ever felt your phone turn into a pocket-sized furnace?   Learn these 7 Cool Tips for keeping your phone cool and safe this summer.

That's it!

Stay Cool this Summer.

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Is Claude AI The Smartest Chatbot Yet?

Claude AI
Have you tried chatting with today's hot new AI bots like Google Bard, BingChat and ChatGPT? 

Are you looking for another AI to try out?

Here's a Cool Tip:  Check out Claude AI, https://claude.ai/chats

This AI system uses self-supervised learning, meaning it was trained on massive datasets to carry on natural conversations without the need for human labeling of data. 

The result is an assistant that can chat with you conversationally on nearly any topic you choose.

To get started with Claude, go to https://claude.ai/chats and create an account. 

The signup process is quick and easy. 

Once your account is set up, you can log in and start chatting with Claude right away.

  • Ask Claude open-ended questions to have natural conversations and see how it responds. The AI draws knowledge from a broad range of topics, so feel free to explore different subjects.
  • Use Claude for productivity. Ask for help organizing schedules, taking notes, or providing thoughtful feedback on writing. This AI can enhance your work and creativity.
  • Relax with Claude. Chat about hobbies, interests, or what's on your mind. Claude offers an empathetic ear and insightful responses you won't get from a basic search engine.

So let's take a look at how Claude AI works.

In this example, I asked Claude about the Python, a programming language.

Claude Ai Tell Me About Python
fig1 - Claude AI Tell Me About Python

I followed up to ask how Python compared to other programming languages.

Claude AI Compare Python
fig. 2 - Follow Up Question to Compare Python

It's worth taking Claude AI out for a spin the next time you need to find information.

So why wait? 

Check it out.

Enjoy!


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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

How to Create a Series in Microsoft Excel: A Step-by-Step Guide

Microsoft Excel
Are you tired of manually entering data into your Excel spreadsheets? 

Do you want to save time and effort by automating the process of creating a series of numbers, days of the month, or days of the week? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Let Excel create the series for you.

Creating a series in Excel is a simple and straightforward process. 

Here's how to do it:
  • Ensure Excel’s AutoFill Options is turned on by going to File > Options > Advanced and checking the box next to Enable fill handle and cell drag-and-drop

Microsoft Excel Fill Handle Setting
fig. 1 - Excel Fill Handle Setting
  • Select the cell where you want to start your series.
  • Type the first few value of your series.
  • Select the fill handle at the bottom right corner of the selected cell.
  • Drag the fill handle in the direction you want to extend your series.
  • Release the mouse button to create your series.
For example, if you want to create a series of numbers from 1 to 10, you would type 1 into the first cell and 2 into the second cell, select the fill handle, and drag it down until you reach 10.  

Microsoft Excel Series
fig. 2 - Microsoft Excel Series

Excel will automatically fill in the rest of the numbers for you.

You can also create a series of dates or days of the week by following the same steps. 

Simply type the first month or day into the first cell, select the fill handle, and drag it down or across to create your series.

Save time and effort when entering data into your spreadsheets!

Enjoy!


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Monday, August 21, 2023

How to Add Visual Flair to Your PowerPoint Presentations

Have you ever wanted to add some visual flair to your PowerPoint presentations? 

Do you want to make your slides more engaging and eye-catching? 

Here's a Back to Work Monday Cool Tip: Use the Insert Icons feature in Microsoft PowerPoint! 

Microsoft 365 doesn't have traditional clip art anymore, but as a subscriber you get several new kinds of high quality art in its place for free: high-resolution photographs, icons, cutout people, stickers, illustrations, and cartoon people.

Here's how to do it.
  • Open Microsoft PowerPoint and navigate to the slide where you want to insert an icon.
  • Click on the Insert tab in the ribbon menu at the top of the screen.
  • In the Illustrations group, click on Icons.
    • A window will pop up with a variety of icons to choose from. 
    • You can search for specific icons using the search bar at the top of the window, or browse through the categories on the left side of the window.
  • Once you’ve found an icon that you like, click on it to select it, and then click on the Insert button at the bottom of the window.
  • The icon will be inserted onto your slide, and you can use the formatting options in the ribbon menu to customize its size, color, and position.
  • If you want to insert other types of images, select another category such as Images.

Microsoft Power Point Insert Icons
fig. 1 - Microsoft PowerPoint Insert Icons Feature

With this feature, you can add visual interest to your presentations and make them more engaging for your audience.


That's it!

Enjoy!

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