Thursday, June 15, 2023

How to Write Better Emails with Gmail's New Help Me Write Feature

Google Gmail
Do you need help getting started writing an email?

Are you tired of spending hours crafting the perfect email? 

Do you wish there was a way to get help writing emails that are clear, concise, and professional?

Here's a Cool Tip:  Gmail's new Help Me Write feature.

Google has started rolling out its new AI feature to testers in Google Labs.

The feature is available on the web and the iPhone and Android apps.

And you can sign up to get in on the new AI fun.

Google Labs

Here's how.

That's it!

You'll get an email when you can use the latest test version of Gmail with Help Me Write.

So let's take a closer look at how this new AI feature works.

When you start to compose an email, you can choose the Help Me Write icon.

Then tell Gmail what you want to write.

This is called a "prompt".

Gmail Help Me Write
fig.1 - Gmail Help Me Write Feature

In this case, I entered "resume cover letter"

Google did its magic and filled in the email with a draft resume cover letter.


Google Gmail Help Me Write Text


Of course, this is a draft and needs to be edited.

Other prompt ideas include: 
  • “A thank you letter for my job interview”
  • “A birthday invitation for my 7-year-old's party”
  • “Ask my friend for restaurant recommendations in New York City”

Cool Tips:
  • To generate more precise text, include your ideal recipient, atopic, and the tone you want to convey in your prompt. 
    • For example: "An apology to my child's teacher for his behavior."
  • You can try several times to get a draft that you like.
  • To submit a different prompt, click Close and enter a new prompt.

This is a great example of how AI can be used to assist users in composing emails.

Google has not released a launch date for this new feature to all users.

Until then, try joining the Google Labs test and play with this new tool.

Enjoy!

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Stop and Check This Cool Tip Before You Order Photos at Walgreens

Walgreens
Do you like to get printed photos from your local Walgreens?

Do you like to save money?

Then you'll love this Cool Tip.

Before you finalize your Walgreens photo order on Walgreens.com, check if there's an online coupon code available.

You may be able to save up to 70% off the price.

Here's how to do it.

  • Go to Google.com.
  • Search for (minus the quotes): "Walgreens photo coupon"
Google Search Results Walgreens Photo Coupon
fig. 1 - Google Search Results for Walgreens Photo Coupon Codes
  • Check the search results
  • Walgreens often appears first with a list of current deals
Walgreens Deals
fig. 2 - Walgreen Deals page

  • Check other search results for a code as well.
  • For example other sites show that a current June 2023 coupon code is ALLGRAD50.
  • These codes change throughout the year.  
  • And yes, sometimes they don't work.  
  • Just try another until you find one that does.

This Cool Tip also works for other sites. 

Whenever you see at COUPON CODE box at the online checkout, do a quick Google search to see of there's one that is available.

That's it.

Enjoy!

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

How to Use Microsoft Edge Web Select Feature to Copy Formatted Content

Microsoft Edge
Are you tired of copying and pasting content from the web and then having to format it all over again? 

Do you want to learn how to copy formatted content like headers, pictures, and text with ease? 

If so, then you’re in luck! 

There's a Cool Tip to solve this issue:   Microsoft Edge Web Select.

You can use the Microsoft Edge Web Select feature to copy formatted content like headers, pictures, and text. 

Here's how to do it.

  • To use this feature, press Ctrl+Shift+X 
  • Or go to the three dots icon in the upper right-hand corner and select Web select
Microsoft Edge Web Select
fig.1 - Microsoft Edge Web Select

  • Then click and drag your selection box over the content items you wish to select. 

Microsoft Edge Web Select Capture
fig.2 - Microsoft Edge Web Select Capture

  • Select Copy or press Ctrl+c to copy the selection and continue to paste into an application of your choice like Word, Excel, PowerPoint or OneNote.

That's it!

Enjoy.


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Monday, June 12, 2023

How to Stop Microsoft Word from Selecting Entire Words When You Only Want Part of It

Microsoft Word
Are you tired of Microsoft Word automatically selecting the entire word when you’re trying to select just a part of it? 

Do you find yourself constantly having to delete extra letters or words that you didn’t mean to select? 

If so, here's a Cool Tip:  Change the Selecting Entire Work option.

This change can be very useful when you need to select just a few characters in a word.

Here's how to change the setting for Microsoft Word advanced feature to NOT select “entire word when selecting text”.

  • Open Microsoft Word.
  • Click on the File tab at the top left corner of the screen.
  • Click on Options.
  • In the left menu, click on Advanced.
  • In the Editing options section, uncheck the When selecting, automatically select entire word option.
Microsoft Word Option Advanced Editing Select Entire Word
fig. 1 - Microsoft Word
Option Advanced Editing Select Entire Word

  • Click OK.

And remember, if you don't need this option, just change it back!

Enjoy!

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Sunday, June 11, 2023

How to Unsubscribe from Emails in Gmail

Gmail
Do you ever feel like your inbox is overflowing with unwanted emails? 

If so, you're not alone. 

Millions of people receive unwanted emails every day. 

These emails can be a nuisance, and they can also take up valuable space in your inbox.

Fortunately, there's a Cool Tip if you use Google's email service, Gmail.

Unsubscribe.

Gmail makes it easy to unsubscribe from emails you no longer want to receive. 

Here's how to unsubscribe via the web:

  • Go to mail.google.com.
  • Open the email you want to unsubscribe from.
  • Look for the Unsubscribe link near the sender's information.
Gmail Unsubscribe
fig. 1 - Gmail Unsubscribe
  • Click on the Unsubscribe link.
  • You'll be taken to a page where you can confirm that you want to unsubscribe.
  • Click on the Unsubscribe button again.
Gmail Subscribe Confirmation
fig. 2 - Gmail Unsubscribe Confirmation

  • When using the mobile Gmail app, open the email and select the three dots in the top corner.  Then select Unsubscribe from the dropdown list.


That's it! 

You'll no longer receive emails from that sender.

If you have any unwanted emails in your Gmail inbox, don't hesitate to unsubscribe from them.

It's a quick and easy way to keep your inbox clutter-free.

Enjoy!


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Saturday, June 10, 2023

Speak Up: How to Use Bing Chat’s New Voice Option

Bing
Have you ever been in a situation where typing out a search query was inconvenient or impossible? 

Maybe you were cooking with messy hands, driving, or simply didn’t feel like typing. 

How about when using for AI searches?

Here's a Cool Tip:  Bing Chat’s new voice option

Bing Chat is a feature of the Bing search engine that allows users to interact with Bing in a conversational manner. 

Users can ask questions, make requests, and receive responses from Bing in a chat-like interface. 

Bing Chat is designed to provide a more engaging and personalized search experience.

And now you can do voice prompts on the website using the Microsoft Edge browser.

Here's how to use it.

  • Go to www.bing.com using the Microsoft Edge browser.
  • Select the Chat option from the top menu.
  • Click on the microphone icon in the chat box.
Bing Chat Voice Feature
fig.1 - Bing Chat's New Voice feature

  • Start speaking your query. 
  • Bing will transcribe your speech in real-time and provide you with relevant search results. 
  • Be sure to have your volume on so you can hear the response.
Morning Sun Haiku
fig. 2 - Haiku Created using Bing Chat's Voice Feature

It’s that easy!

Using voice search has several benefits. 

  • It’s faster than typing - especially for longer queries. 
  • It’s also more convenient in situations where typing is difficult or impossible. 
  • Plus, it can be a more natural way to interact with technology.

Give it a try.

Start using Bing Chat’s voice option today and experience the convenience and speed of voice search.

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Friday, June 9, 2023

A Cool Tip for the Busy Mind

Do you ever feel like your mind is racing?

Do you have too much to think about?

Do you feel stressed or anxious?

Here's a Cool Tip for a Friday Funday to help you get through a stressful day.

Pixel Thoughts is a cool One Minute meditation tool. 

Put your troubles in the floating bubble.

Watch the bubble and listen to the soothing music for 60 seconds while your stress floats away!

Pixel Thoughts
fig. 1 - Pixel Thoughts

Pixel Thoughts is free to use, and it's available on both desktop and mobile devices. So if you're looking for a simple way to relax and de-stress,

That's it!

Enjoy.

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