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Like Facebook, its parent corporation, Instagram is no stranger to privacy scandals. Besides the security flaw found in its Download Your Data feature, which leaked some users’ passwords, there are several other ways the platform poses a threat to your privacy. For instance, there’s the default setting that automatically tracks a user’s location, the update to their DM service that informed other users when you’re active and the last time you were active, plus sharing your in-app activity such as comments, likes and more with other users....

Microsoft Word provides a feature called AutoText that allows users to quickly type common words or phrases. As a user starts to type, Microsoft Word may show a box next to the cursor with completed versions of what is being typed. By pressing the Tab key, users can have Word automatically complete the text they were typing with the suggested word or phrase. If you prefer to turn off the AutoText feature, it can be disabled....

System Restore creates restore points for your Windows software. If you’ve made changes to your Windows 11 PC that you regret but don’t know how to change, Microsoft’s System Restore feature is your friend. In this article, we’ll explain how to use the System Restore function on your Windows 11 PC to undo changes or fix software-related issues. What Is System Restore? System Restore is a Microsoft Windows tool that’s designed to back up and restore your PC’s software....

Accessibility has been an important and ongoing discussion as users advocate for more options to help them understand each other in online environments. Zoom, a leading video conferencing app, took a significant step by adding closed captioning and live transcription to its service. These features drastically improve accessibility for deaf, blind, or hard-of-hearing participants and communication with non-native English speakers. It’s now easier to understand what someone in the same Zoom meeting is saying and respond to them while making everyone feel included....

Using the dark mode feature on a computer or mobile device helps reduce eye strain and the amount of blue light displayed on the screen. Whether you use a Windows or macOS computer, or an Android or Apple mobile device, dark mode is an excellent feature to utilize. To enable dark mode on your computer or mobile device, select a link below and follow the instructions. Dark mode is currently available in Windows 10, macOS 10....

If you’re using Google Chrome and the interface goes completely black, then you’ve encountered one of the most irritating bugs in Chrome—the Google Chrome black screen issue. This problem has several causes, from conflicting extensions to undiagnosed software bugs. Thankfully, most users can resolve a black screen issue in Chrome by trying some common troubleshooting steps. Even simple fixes, like resizing your browser window, can temporarily fix the problem. But to fix this issue for good, you’ll need to follow the steps below....

Difficulty Easy Steps 2 Time Required 20 seconds Sections 1 How to Force Restart an iPhone XR 2 steps Flags Member-Contributed Guide An awesome member of our community made this guide. It is not managed by iFixit staff. BackiPhone XR Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction Step 1 How to Force Restart an iPhone XR Quickly press and release the Volume Up button (1)....

Installing a motherboard is a complex process. This page provides general steps and guidelines for how to install a motherboard. Please refer to the manual and configuration guide that is included with the motherboard for specific details on installation and configuration steps. Before getting started Write down relevant information from the top or bottom of the board, such as the Model Number, Serial Number, and specifications. Ensure you are familiar with ESD and its potential dangers while working with any circuit board....

Difficulty Easy Steps 6 Time Required 35 minutes - 1 day Sections 1 How to Repair a Broken/Cracked Soccer Shin Pad 6 steps Flags 0 BackSoccer Shin Pad Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction Follow these basic instructions to properly repair your broken/cracked soccer shin pad. What you need Step 1 How to Repair a Broken/Cracked Soccer Shin Pad Start by properly cleaning the dirt off the soccer shin pad with a coarse brush....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 13 Time Required 1 hour Sections 1 Power-Limiting Device 13 steps Flags Featured Student Guide This guide has been the hard work of our awesome students and is found to be exceptionally cool by the iFixit staff. BackCeiling fan Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction These devices are simple to replace, but replacements can be difficult to find....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 7 Time Required 10 minutes Sections 1 Spinning Reel Bail Spring Replacement for south bend 840 7 steps Flags 0 BackFishing Tackle Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Spinning Reel Bail Spring Replacement for south bend 840 Remove the screw that holds the base of the bail arm to the reel with a Phillips #1 screwdriver....

Difficulty Difficult Steps 7 Time Required 5 - 10 hours Sections 1 How to Restore your Old Masterpieces on Wooden Canvases 7 steps Flags 0 BackArt Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction Other online oil painting restoration guides are typically in hard-to-read instruction sets filled with insider jargon. This guide, however, is intended to simplify the process into six easy-to-follow steps with another optional seventh step....

With Windows 11 finally being released, anyone around the world can download and install the operating system on their computer. The problem? It isn’t exactly straightforward. While eventually all eligible systems will be given the option to upgrade, as of now the automatic update route is open to very few computers. There are other ways, of course, but they usually involve performing a clean install, wiping out all existing data from your drive....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 3 Time Required 20 minutes Sections 1 Screen 3 steps Flags 0 BackHP 15-ay078nr Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction A possible cause is a loose LCD cable which does not require an entire screen replacement. See if your device issues align with that cause here. If an LCD cable is not to blame, symptoms warranting a screen replacement are here....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 6 Time Required 5 minutes Sections 2 Back Panel 3 steps Front-Facing Camera 3 steps Flags 0 BackHP 8 1401 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Back Panel Using a Torx T4 screwdriver, remove the four 5 mm screws on the back panel. Using a Torx T4 screwdriver, remove the four 5 mm screws on the back panel....

Difficulty Easy Steps 5 Time Required 6 minutes Sections 1 Rollers 5 steps Flags 0 BackHP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M277dw Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Rollers Remove the bottom tray by pulling it until it fully is out of the printer. Remove the bottom tray by pulling it until it fully is out of the printer....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 10 Time Required 30 - 50 minutes Sections 1 RAM 10 steps Flags 0 BackHP Elitebook 745 G6 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction You need to pay attention to remove power, disconnect batteries, and use an anti-static wrist strap during the repair process. This is a video for how to use an anti-static wrist strap....

Difficulty Moderate Steps 3 Time Required Suggest a time?? Sections 1 Battery 3 steps Flags 0 BackHP EliteBook 830 G5 Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Prepare your laptop Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system....

Difficulty Easy Steps 4 Time Required 5 - 10 minutes Sections 2 Back Cover 2 steps Wireless Card 2 steps Flags 0 BackHP Envy 17-3070nr Full Screen Options History Save to Favorites Download PDF Edit Translate Get Shareable Link Embed This Guide Notify Me of Changes Stop Notifications Introduction What you need Step 1 Back Cover Before you begin taking apart the computer, make sure that it is completely powered off....

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