Thursday, September 21, 2023

Get More Done with the Google Bard Extension for Gmail and Google Docs

Google Docs
Do you spend too much time searching through your Gmail and Google Docs for important information? 

You're not alone. 

Here's a Cool Tip: Use the New Google Bard extension.

The Google Bard extension is a powerful AI-powered tool that can access your personal Gmail and Google Docs accounts to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. 

It can also help you with tasks like summarizing emails, generating creative content, and translating languages.

Here's how to do it.

  • Go to the Google Bard websitehttps://bard.google.com/
  • Sign in with your Google account.
  • Click the Extensions icon in the top right corner of the page.
  • Toggle the Google Workspace extension on.

Google Bard Extension Settings
fig. 1 - Google Bard Extension Settings

  • You will be prompted to grant Bard access to your Gmail and Google Docs accounts. 
  • Click Allow.

Once you have granted Bard access to your Gmail and Google Docs accounts, you can start using it to access your information and perform tasks.

It's important to note that your Google Workspace data won’t be used to train Bard’s public model and you can disable at any time.

To search for information in your Gmail and Google Docs accounts, type your query into the Bard search bar and press enter. 

Bard will then return a list of results from your Gmail and Google Docs accounts.

For example, if you type "search my gmail for STL City Park" into the Bard search bar, Bard will return a list of all emails that contain the phrase STL City Park.

Google Bard Gmail Search
fig. 2 - Google Bard Gmail Search

The Google Bard extension is a powerful AI-powered tool that can help you access your personal Gmail and Google Docs accounts to find the information you need quickly and easily. 

It can also help you with tasks like summarizing emails, generating creative content, and translating languages.

Enjoy!

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

How to Set Tab Colors in Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel
Do you find yourself lost in a sea of identical Excel tabs? 

Have you ever wished for a way to visually distinguish your data sets? 

Here's a Cool Tip: Color-Code Your Excel Tabs,

Setting tab colors makes it easier to see your different tabs.


Here's how to do it.
  • Launch Microsoft Excel
  • Open the spreadsheet where you want to color the tabs.
  • Click on the tab you want to color. This will make it the active tab.
  • Right-click on the tab
  • Select Tab Color from the context menu. 
    • This will open a dialog box with color options.
  • Select your desired color from the palette. 
    • The tab will instantly change to reflect your choice.
  • Repeat steps for any other tabs you wish to color.

Set Tab Color in Microsoft Excel
fig. 1 - Set Tab Color in Microsoft Excel



That's it!

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Secret Trick to Text Photos Faster in iOS 17

iOS17
Do you want to text photos faster in iOS using iMessage?

Here's a Cool Tip:  Press and Hold.

That's right.

Press and Hold the Plus sign to insert photos into your iMessage.


Plus Sign in iOS17 iMessage
fig. 1 - Plus Sign in iOS17 iMessage

Normally, when you press the Plus sign, you have several options to choose from.

For example, Camera, Photos, Stickers, etc.

Insert Options iOS 17 iMessage
fig. 2 - Insert Options iOS 17 iMessage

But, when you Press and Hold the Plus sign, you'll go directly to your photo album allowing you to select the photos you want to attach to your iMessage.

Press and Hold to Insert Photos in iOS 17
fig. 3 - Press and Hold + to Insert Photos in iOS 17


That's it!

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Monday, September 18, 2023

How to Master Split Screen in Microsoft Edge

Master the art of multitasking with our quick guide on splitting screens in Microsoft Edge, and transform your browsing experience into a more productive and efficient one.

By Rodger Mansfield, Editor
September 18, 2023

[Note: This Cool Updated 3/12/24 to reflect current steps to split screens in Microsoft Edge]

Microsoft Edge
Ever found yourself juggling between multiple tabs and wishing for a simpler way to view them all at once? 

Ever wondered if there’s a magic trick that could instantly organize your chaotic browser window? 

Here's a Cool Tip: Split the screens in Microsoft Edge.

Here's how to do it.
  1. Open Microsoft Edge and navigate to the page you want to split.
  2. Look for the Split Screen icon in the toolbar, which is usually located near the top-right corner of the browser window.
  3. Click on the Split Screen icon to divide your current tab into two separate screens.
  4. You can now navigate independently on each side of the split screen.
  5. To adjust the size of the screens, simply drag the slider in the middle to your preferred position.
  6. If you want to exit the split screen view, select the Close split screen (X) at the top right corner of the active screen.
Split Screen in Microsoft Edge
fig. 1 - Split Screen in Microsoft Edge


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Sunday, September 17, 2023

How to Track Cruise Ships

Do you love cruising? 

Do you want to know where your favorite ship is right now?

Here's a Cool Tip: CruiseMapper.com

CruiseMapper is the the world's leading cruise ship tracking and itinerary website. 

CruiseMapper is a valuable tool for anyone who loves cruising. 

It's easy to use and provides a wealth of information about cruise ships. 
  • Track your favorite cruise ships: CruiseMapper is the world's most comprehensive cruise ship tracking website. You can see the real-time position of any cruise ship in the world, as well as its past and future itineraries.
  • Plan your next cruise vacation: CruiseMapper makes it easy to plan your next cruise vacation. You can search for cruises by destination, date, cruise line, and more. 
  • To learn more about cruise ships: CruiseMapper provides detailed information about all of the world's cruise ships. You can learn about their technical specifications, deck plans, amenities, and more.
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CruiseMapper
fig. 1 - CruiseMapper.com

Here's how to do it.
  • Go to CruiseMapper.com.
  • In the search bar at the top of the page, type the name of the cruise ship you want to track or the destination you're interested in.
  • Click the Search button.
  • On the results page, click the name of the cruise ship or destination you want to learn more about.
  • On the cruise ship or destination page, you can see the ship's current position, its past and future itineraries, and other information.

Enjoy!

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Saturday, September 16, 2023

Windows Super Secret Keyboard Shortcuts to Open Microsoft Applications

Microsoft Windows
Do you think you know Windows?

Do you know the super secret keyboard shortcuts to open Microsoft Applications?

There's even one to open the Microsoft-owned LinkedIn website.

Here's a Cool Tip:  Secret Microsoft Application Keyboard Shortcuts.

 
Here's how to do it.

  • Press and hold the Control + Shift + Alt + Windows + a letter from the list below for each application.
  • For example, L for LinkedIn.

Application

Windows Keyboard Shortcut

LinkedIn

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + L

Word

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + W

Excel

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + X

PowerPoint

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + P

Outlook

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + O

Microsoft Teams

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + T

OneDrive

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + D

OneNote

CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + N



The keyboard shortcut to open LinkedIn on Windows is CTRL + SHIFT + ALT + WIN + L. 

This shortcut opens LinkedIn in your default browser. 

You can also use this shortcut to open other Office apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive and OneNote.

That's it!

Enjoy!


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Friday, September 15, 2023

How to Create Custom Emojis

Do you love emojis? 

Want to take your emoji game to the next level? 

Here's a Cool Tip: Check out Google's Emoji Kitchen feature. 

With Emoji Kitchen, you can create custom emoji stickers by combining two emojis.

You could create a dancing pizza emoji, a crying robot emoji, or even a cat emoji riding a unicorn emoji. 

Here's how to do it.
  • Go to www.google.com and search for "Emoji Kitchen.
  • Select Get Cooking button.
  • Click on the two emojis that you want to combine.
  • Emoji Kitchen generates a custom emoji sticker.
  • Once you've found an emoji that you like, click on it to copy it to your clipboard. 
  • You can then paste the emoji into any messaging app or social media platform.


Google Emoji Kitchen
fig. 1 - Google's Emoji Kitchen


Emoji Kitchen is a fun and creative way to express yourself. 

With so many different combinations to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect emoji to express your thoughts and feelings.

Start cooking up your own custom emoji today!

Enjoy!

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