Friday, October 13, 2023

How to Play Google Tic-Tac-Toe

Do you love the classic game of Tic-Tac-Toe? 

Did you know that you can play it online for free?

Here's a Friday Funday Cool Tip.   Play Online with Google.

Here's how to do it.
  • Go to Google Tic-Tac-Toe.
  • Select the difficulty level you want to play at (easy, medium, or impossible or against a friend).
  • Place your symbol on the board by clicking on one of the empty squares.
  • Your opponent (Google) will then place their symbol on the board.
  • Continue taking turns placing your symbols on the board until one player has three of their symbols in a row (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally).
  • The player with three of their symbols in a row wins the game!
Google Tic-Tac-Toe GIF
fig. 1 - Google Tic-Tac-Toe

Google Tic-Tac-Toe is a fun and easy way to play the classic game of Tic-Tac-Toe online. 

It's free to play and you can choose your difficulty level. So what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

Enjoy!


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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Mastering the New Quick Settings Sound Mixer in Windows 11

Windows 11
Ever found yourself struggling to balance the audio levels between different applications on your computer? 

Have you wished for a more intuitive way to control the sound output of each app individually? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the new Quick Settings Volume Mixer in Windows 11.

Microsoft has introduced an enhanced volume mixer in the September 2023 update. 

This new feature allows you to adjust audio levels for each app separately. 

Here's how to do it.
  • Open Through Keyboard Shortcut:
    • WIN + CTRL + V to open the new Quick Settings mixer.

Windows 11 Volume Mixer Quick Setting
fig. 1 - Windows 11 Volume Mixer Quick Setting

From here, you can change volume for system sounds and specific applications.

  • Click More Volume Settings to open the System Sound window.
  • Click the Settings icon for More Mixer Settings.
You also can bring up the full Volume Mixer settings:
  • Open Through the Taskbar
    • Right-click on the volume icon in your taskbar and select Open Volume mixer.
  • Open Through Settings: 
    • Navigate to Settings> System > Sound > Volume mixer.

Enjoy!

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

How to Add Gmail Emails to Your Task List

Gmail
Do you ever find yourself overwhelmed by your inbox? 

Do you have important emails that you need to follow up on, but you keep forgetting about them? 

You are not alone.

Here's a Cool Tip.  Add your Gmail emails to your task list. 

Google Tasks is a task management application developed by Google.

It is designed to help users create, organize, and manage to-do lists and tasks efficiently.

Here's how to Add a Gmail Email to Tasks.
  • Open your Gmail account, https://mail.google.com/
  • From your inbox, click on the Tasks icon to open the Tasks panel on the right.

Add Task Panel to Gmail
fig. 1 - Add Task Panel to Gmail
  • Select the email you want to add to your task list.
  • Click the Add to tasks icon at the top of your inbox. If you don’t see this option, click on the More options icon (the three dots) and select “Add to tasks.”
Add Gmail to Task
fig. 2 - Add Gmail to Task

  • In the Add to Tasks window, you can customize the task by adding a title, due date, and notes.

Drag and Drop Method
  • From your inbox, open the Tasks panel on the right.
  • Drag and drop a message from your inbox to the Tasks panel.

Adding Gmail emails to your task list is a great way to stay organized and on top of your work. 

It's also a great way to ensure that you don't forget any important tasks.

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

How to Use the New ‘End Task’ Feature in Windows 11

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where an application on your computer is not responding, and you’re scrambling to find a way to close it? 

Or perhaps you’re a power user looking for more efficient ways to manage your applications? 

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the New End Task Feature on the Windows Taskbar.

The latest update of Windows 11, released on September 26, 2023, introduces a handy new feature that allows users to end tasks directly from the taskbar. 

But before you can use it, you need to enable it.

Here's how to do it.

Turning the End Task Feature On
  • Right-click on the Start menu and select Settings.
  • In the Settings window, select System from the left panel.
  • Scroll down and click on For developers.
  • Toggle the End Task button
  • You’ve now enabled the End Task feature. 
Windows 11 For Developers
fig.1 - Windows 11 For Developers - End Task

Using End Task
  • Right-click on any open app on your taskbar and select ‘End Task’ to kill its process. 
  • This is a much more efficient alternative to launching Task Manager and navigating to the Processes tab.
Windows End Task
fig. 2 - Windows End Task

The End Task feature is just one of many exciting updates introduced in the September 26, 2023 update of Windows 1115. 

Give this new feature a try and discover how it can streamline your Windows experience!

Enjoy!


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Monday, October 9, 2023

How to View Hyperlink Links in Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word
Have you ever found yourself lost in a sea of hyperlinks while working on a Microsoft Word document? 

Ever wished there was a way to view and manage all those hyperlinks effortlessly?

Here's a Cool Microsoft Word Tip.  Alt + F9

Hyperlinks are a powerful tool for creating interactive documents, but they can also be a bit mysterious.

Alt + F9 toggles the  hyperlink view in Microsoft Word. 

This allows you to see the underlying field code for a hyperlink, which can be helpful for troubleshooting or customizing hyperlinks.

Here's how to do it.
  • Open the Microsoft Word document containing the hyperlinks you want to view.

Microsoft Word Hyperlink
fig. 1 - Microsoft Word Hyperlink
  • Press Alt + F9.
  • This toggles the hyperlink view. 
Microsoft Word Hyperlink Alt + F9
fig. 2 - Microsoft Word Hyperlink Alt + F9
  • All hyperlinks in your document will be displayed in their raw format, showing the underlying URL instead of the display text.
  • To toggle back to regular view, press Alt + F9 again.

If you're editing a hyperlink, you can make changes to the field code directly in hyperlink view.

Enjoy!


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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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Saturday, October 7, 2023

How to Use the New Windows 11 File Explorer Gallery

Windows 11 File Explorer
Ever wondered how to make the most out of your Windows 11 experience? 

Do you want to view and manage your stored photos?

Here's a Cool Tip.  Use the new Gallery view in File Explorer for Windows 11.


Windows 11 updated in September 2023 and File Explorer did too!

As part of the update, File Explorer has a new Gallery view of your images.

Here's how to do it.
  • Click on the folder icon on your taskbar or press Win + E on your keyboard to open File Explorer.
  • Select Gallery from the left-hand column.
Windows 11 File Explorer Gallery
fig. 1 - Windows 11 File Explorer Gallery

  • In the Gallery view, you can adjust how to view your images by changing the option under the View menu.

Windows 11 File Explorer View Options
fig. 2 - Windows 11 File Explorer View Options

  • To manage your files, right-click on a file or folder for options like Cut, Copy, Paste, Rename, and Delete. You can also drag and drop files into different folders.

With these steps, you can fully utilize the new File Explorer Gallery feature in Windows 11.

If you don't see the new Gallery feature, check that you have the latest version of File Explorer that was included in the September 26, 2023 update, 22H2.  Go to Start, search for Update and apply any update if needed.

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Friday, October 6, 2023

How to Play the Google Maps Snake Game

Google Maps Snake Game
Do you like playing Snake?

Do you like Google Maps?

Here's a Cool Tip.

Play the Google Maps Snake Game.

It's a fun way to pass the time while you're waiting for directions or just exploring a new city.

To play the Google Maps Snake game, follow these steps:
  • Open Google Maps Snake at https://snake.googlemaps.com/ 
  • Click Start.
  • Select a City
  • Read the game instructions.
  • Select Got It.
  • Control the snake by using the arrow keys on your keyboard or by swiping on your mobile device. 
  • The goal is to eat as many food items as possible without hitting yourself or the walls.
Google Maps Snake City Screen
fig.1 - Google Maps Snake City Selection

Here are a few tips for winning the Google Maps Snake game:
  • Be careful when turning corners. It's easy to hit yourself if you're not careful.
  • Use the walls to your advantage. 
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. Try different strategies to see what works best for you.
The Google Maps Snake game is a fun and easy way to pass the time. 

With a little practice, you'll be able to beat your high score and become a Snake master.

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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, October 4, 2023

National Emergency Test: What You Need to Know

Are you prepared for the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) national test on October 4, 2023

Don't Panic.

Here's a Cool Tip.  It's Only a Test.

IPAWS is a nationwide system that can be used to send emergency alerts to people's cell phones, radios, and televisions. 

The national test will be used to assess the readiness of IPAWS and to make sure that it is working properly.

FEMA Wireless Emergency Alert
fig. 1 - Wireless Emergency Alert


On October 4, 2023, at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET, you may receive a test alert on your cell phone. 

The alert will be loud and attention-grabbing, and it will say something like "THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is required."

You may also receive a test alert on your radio or television. 

The alert will be similar to the one on your cell phone, but it will be delivered through the Emergency Alert System (EAS).

If you receive a test alert, there is no need to take any action. 

Just acknowledge the alert and move on.

The IPAWS national test is a good opportunity to test your emergency preparedness plan and to make sure that you are receiving emergency alerts properly.

Be Prepared!

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