Thursday, March 2, 2023

Master Windows 11 Quick Settings - Here's How!

Is there a quick way to access key Windows 11 settings?

Yes, Virginia, there is a Windows Santa Claus.

And that Cool Tip from Santa is Quick Settings.

Windows 11 has a new Quick Settings menu that lets you access and adjust some of the most common features on your PC, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, volume, brightness, focus assist, night light, and more. 

You can also add or remove shortcuts to other useful features such as cast, project, battery saver, VPN, etc.

Here's how to  access the Quick Settings menu in Windows 11.
  • Click on the status icons (Wi-Fi, speaker, battery) in the lower-right corner of your taskbar, 

Windows 11 Quick Settings
Windows 11 Quick Settings
  • Or press Windows+A on your keyboard. 
You will see a panel with various toggles and sliders that you can use to change your settings quickly.

To customize the Quick Settings menu in Windows 11, click on the pen icon at the bottom of the panel. 

You will see all the available shortcuts that you can add or remove by clicking on them. You can also rearrange them by dragging and dropping them. 

Once you are done editing your Quick Settings menu, click on Done to save your changes.

For Windows 10, on the right end of the taskbar, select the Action Centericon or use Windows+A.

The Quick Settings menu is a convenient way to access and adjust some of the most frequently used settings on your PC without opening the full Settings app. 

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

F5: The Ultimate Shortcut for Keeping Your Web Browsing Fresh!

F5
Is your browsing "fresh"?

It might not be.

Here's the Cool Tip.

F5 is a keyboard shortcut that is commonly used to refresh a web page on most web browsers. 

The shortcut is also known as a reload button, and it is a simple and effective way to refresh the content of a web page. 

Here's what you can do with F5:

F5
Press it once. This will refresh the current web page in your browser.   You can also use Ctrl + r shortcut.

Ctrl + F5
You can use the Ctrl + F5 (or Shift+ F5) keyboard shortcut to force a refresh of the page and bypass the browser's cache. This can be helpful if you want to see the latest version of a web page that has been updated recently.

Ctrl+Shift+Del
To clear the browser's cache, you need to open the option to clear the browser’s cache, via the shortcut Ctrl + Shift + Delete (or Ctrl + Shift + Del).

Clear Browser Cache
Use Ctrl + Shift + Delete to Clear Browser Cache


That's it.  Enjoy your fresh browsing!

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

Lost Your iPhone? Here's How Your Apple Watch Can Help You Find It!

Lost iPhone Ringing
The Apple Watch is a versatile device that can do much more than simply tell time. 

One of its most useful features is the ability to make and receive phone calls, even when your iPhone is not nearby. 

But what if you misplace your iPhone and need to find it quickly? 

Thankfully, the Apple Watch can help with that too. In this article, we'll show you how to make your iPhone ring from your Apple Watch.

  • Swipe up on the watch face to access the Control Center. UPDATE: (or press the Side button if you're running watchOS 10 or later).
  • Look for the Ping iPhone button, which looks like an iPhone with sound waves emanating from it. 
    • If you don't see it, you may need to add it to the Control Center. 
    • To do this, go to the Watch app on your iPhone, tap My Watch, then tap Control Center. From there, you can add the Ping iPhone button.
  • Once you've located the Ping iPhone button, tap it. 
    • Your iPhone will emit a loud pinging sound, even if it's in silent mode.
Apple Watch Ping iPhone
Use the Ping iPhone Feature on Apple Watch to Make Your iPhone Ring
  • If your iPhone is not within range of your Apple Watch, you'll receive a message on the watch indicating that it's out of range. 
    • In this case, you may need to physically search for your phone.
  • If your iPhone is nearby, but you still can't find it, try tapping the Ping iPhone button again. 
    • This will cause your iPhone to emit another loud pinging sound, which should help you locate it.
  • If you've tried everything and still can't find your iPhone, you can use the Find My app on your Apple Watch or another device to locate it. 
    • Simply open the app, select your iPhone, and follow the instructions to locate it on a map.
That's it.  Enjoy!

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Monday, February 27, 2023

How to Use Microsoft 365 Word Outline Feature to Organize Your Documents

Microsoft Word 365 Icon
When creating a new document, the biggest challenge is to get started with your thoughts.

One way to do that is to outline your thoughts so that you can see how you want your document to be organized and structured.

Microsoft 365 Word has a powerful feature that can help you create and structure your documents more efficiently: the Outline feature. 

The Outline feature allows you to view your document as a hierarchy of headings and paragraphs, and easily rearrange them by dragging and dropping. 

You can also use the Outline feature to create a PowerPoint presentation from your document with just a few clicks.

To use the Outline feature, follow these steps:

  • Open Word and select View > Outline
    • This automatically generates an outline and opens the Outlining tools1.
  • If your document has headings (any heading levels from H1-H9), you’ll see those headings organized by level. 
  • If your document doesn’t have headings and subheadings yet, you can add them by using the buttons on the Outlining toolbar or tab to promote and demote heading levels.
  • To rearrange your outline, simply drag and drop any heading or paragraph to a new location. 
  • You can also collapse or expand any level of your outline by using the arrows next to the headings.
Microsoft Word 365 Outline
Use Microsoft Word 365 Outline to Outline Your Documents
  • To create a PowerPoint presentation from your outline, click File > Export > Create Handouts. 
  • Choose how you want to send your outline to PowerPoint, and click OK. A new PowerPoint file will be created with slides based on your outline.

The Outline feature is a great way to organize your thoughts and ideas before writing your document. It can also help you save time and effort by creating presentations from your existing content. 

Try it out today and see how it can improve your productivity!

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Sunday, February 26, 2023

In Case You Missed It - Cool Tech Tips for the Week 2/26/23

 

We had a great week of Cool Tips here at www.OneCoolTip.com.  

These Cool Tips include how to use Microsoft Excel's Flash Fill feature, add a FaceTime call to an iPhone Calendar entry, sign out of all Netflix devices,  use the date calculator in Windows, listen to the incredible sounds of nature and listen to background sounds on your iPhone.

Check them all out!

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Monday, February 20, 2023

How to Master Microsoft Excel's Flash Fill Feature 

Learn how to quickly split, combine, or format data without using complicated formulas or macros.

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

How to Add FaceTime to an iPhone Calendar Entry 

Here's how to add FaceTime as a video call option when you create or edit an event in your Calendar app. 

#iPhone #calendar #Apple


Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Signing Out of All Devices on Netflix is Good for Your Account 

Have you lost control of who is using your password on Netflix?  Here's how to kick them off.

#Netflix #security #signout


Thursday, February 23, 2023

How to Use the New Date Calculator Feature in Windows 11 

Or how many days until your wedding?

Here's how to find out using this Windows tool!

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Friday, February 24, 2023

Listen to the Rhythm of the Falling Rain 

Have you ever found yourself feeling stressed, anxious, or unable to focus on your work? 

Let the sounds of gentle rain be your answer.

#FridayFunday #ASoftMurmur 


Saturday, February 25, 2023

The One iPhone Feature That Will Make You Forget About All Your Problems 

Do you ever feel stressed, distracted, or bored when using your iPhone? 

If so, you might want to try out the background sounds feature that Apple introduced in iOS 15.

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Sunday, February 26, 2023

Windows Can be Dark. Learn How.

Is Dark your thing?

It could be if you make this change to your Windows 11 settings.

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Windows Can be Dark. Learn How.

Windows 11 Dark Mode
Is Dark mode your thing?

It could be if you make this change to your Windows 10 or 11 settings.

Dark mode is popular because it can be easier on the eyes, especially when using a device for long periods. 

Many users simply prefer the look and feel of dark mode and find it more comfortable to use. 

If you prefer darker mode for your Windows experience, here's how to make the change in Windows 11: 

  • Right-mouse-click an empty section of the desktop and select Personalize
  • Select Color section.
  • From the drop-down menu labeled Choose your mode, select Dark.
Windows 11 Dark Mode
Setting Windows 11 Dark Mode

That's it!  Your Windows 11 is in Dark mode.  If you want to change it back, just go back to the settings and change your Mode back to Light.

This feature has been around since Windows 10.   To make the change for Windows 10: 
  • Select Start 
  • Select Settings .
  • Select Personalization 
  • Select Colors.
  • Open Colors setting
  • Under Choose your color, select Dark.

Enjoy!

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Saturday, February 25, 2023

The One iPhone Feature That Will Make You Forget About All Your Problems

iPhone Control Center Hearing
Do you ever feel stressed, distracted, or bored when using your iPhone? 

If so, you might want to try out the background sounds feature that Apple introduced in iOS 15.

Background sounds are ambient noises that you can play on your iPhone to mask environmental noise, enhance your mood, or improve your focus. 

Whether you want to relax with ocean waves, get creative with bright noise, or sleep better with rain sounds, background sounds can help you achieve your goals. 

Here's the Cool Tip to enable and customize background sounds on your iPhone:

  • Launch the Settings app on your iPhone 
  • Tap on Accessibility.
  • Under the Hearing section, tap on Audio/Visual
  • Tap on Background Sounds.
  • To play background sounds, enable the toggle next to Background Sounds.
  • To change the background sound, tap on Sound and then choose your preferred sound profile. 
    • There are six different sounds to choose from: Balanced Noise, Bright Noise, Dark Noise, Ocean, Rain, and Stream.
  • To adjust the volume of the background sound, drag the slider next to Volume

iPhone Background Sounds Settings
Play Background Sounds from Settings

That’s it! You can now enjoy background sounds on your iPhone.

You can also add Background Sounds to you Control Center for easier access.

Here's how to add Background Sounds to your Control Center:
  • Open Settings on your iPhone.
  • Tap on Control Center.
  • Scroll down and tap the + icon next to Hearing to add it to Control Center.
  • Now, swipe down from the top right to open Control Center. You’ll see a new ear-like option.
  • Tap the ear icon to enable background sounds quickly. 
  • Tap Background Sounds to turn on.
  • You can also tap the name of the current sound to view other sounds and choose your preferred one.
  • To turn off, tab Background Sounds at the bottom.
iPhone Control Center Background Sounds
Play Background Sounds from Control Center

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