Work your way through the following list of troubleshooting methods and you should be able to fix problems with AirDrop not working from iPhone to Mac. Check for Mac Compatibility An iPhone can only AirDrop to a Mac introduced in 2012 or later (the 2012 Mac Pro is an exception). Additionally, your Mac should run at least OS X 10.10 Yosemite. Open the Apple menu and select About This Mac to check your Mac’s model and operating system version....
Since Windows 3, Microsoft offered a downloadable program called WinHlp32.exe. But with Windows 10 and 11, Microsoft decided to move away from this program and have all the necessary support for their clients online—from a built-in Get Help app to using the F1 key within running applications or going directly to Microsoft Support websites. Let’s see some of the help options for Windows in detail. 1. The Get Help App This very convenient help application has been available since Windows 10....
To protect your PDFs, lock them up with a password. It’s doable. It’s also easy and free! Don’t worry if you haven’t done it before. As long as you can follow basic instructions, you’re going to be fine. In this post, we’ll walk through the steps on how to password protect PDF files. This way, you can keep them safe. Using Adobe Acrobat Adobe Acrobat can make it happen for you....
Thankfully, like Google Docs, Word can and will autosave your documents, even if you haven’t saved it yourself. Word will also try to help you recover changes to a file or recover corrupted documents. If you’re struggling, here are some of the steps you can follow to recover a Word document before you lose it entirely. Using Word’s Document Recovery Features If Word crashes without saving your document, don’t panic!...
This will work fine if you use the same browser on all your devices. However, most people don’t. Firefox and Opera users, for example, want to view their favorite sites on multiple browsers and so want to be able to sync bookmarks on browsers across systems. You can manually import or export bookmarks between browsers. However, this is time-consuming, inefficient, and needs constant updating. This article will outline several solutions to sync bookmarks and data in Windows when using Firefox and Opera....
OK, opinions on the privacy implications vary, but the fact is that it’s possible to backup your entire hard drive to Google Drive using Google Backup and Sync, and we’re going to show you how. The Benefits Of Cloud Backups There are quite a few specific advantages to backing up your data to the cloud. Especially when it comes to the Google cloud, but this applies to most reputable vendors....
If you bought a new Chromebook, converted your old laptop into a Chromebook, or you’re still getting familiar with Chrome OS, we’ll show you how to install and use Skype for Chromebook. Download and Install Skype on Chromebook There are several ways to access Skype on Chromebook. You can download the app from the Play Store, install the Linux version, or use the Skype web client. We’ll show you how to access Skype using all three methods....
Many factors such as bugs and glitches, incorrect configurations, conflicting device settings, and so on, can prevent Outlook from syncing correctly. If you keep experiencing sync issues with Outlook’s mobile apps, the following troubleshooting methods that follow should help you fix them. Important: Fixes involving the Settings app in Android may not appear the same on your device. If you have trouble locating specific options, try searching for them instead....
If you’re the type who struggles with making a final decision, then we’re here to help. Let’s take a look at the top seven online invoicing services you should consider using. Invoice Ninja Here’s an excellent place to start if you’re just entering the world of entrepreneurship. It comes with a free version, which is ideal for professionals with less than a hundred clients and a shaky budget. Otherwise, you can upgrade to “Ninja Pro” for just $8/month....
The GXT 960 is the more budget-friendly of the two, with a smaller (yet no less impressive) design, but both products have a high DPI sensor and adjustable RGB lighting. Putting both products to the test, we’re going to give you a full runthrough on the pros and cons of both gaming mice in this extensive comparison review. Trust GXT 960 Graphin Vs GXT 970 Morfix: Design A gaming mouse should be sturdy, with good ergonomics, plenty of features, and look beautiful on your desk....
Microsoft has been releasing a bunch of ads recently focused on the “click” sound that is made when you attach a type or touch cover to the Surface. That is a reassuring clicking sound so you know your keyboard it attached correctly. The annoying clicking sound is when you type on the touch cover and Windows plays a clicking sound that makes you feel like you’re using a keyboard with actual buttons....
Once I upgraded to the newest version of Windows 10, the computer simply wouldn’t sleep! Now let me clarify a little. The computer will go to sleep if I manually press the Power button (I have it set so that the power button puts the computer to sleep) or choose the Sleep option from the Start menu. The problem with sleep in Windows 10 is the setting where you set the time after which the computer should automatically go to sleep....
HDR is a technology that dramatically improves the brightness and contrast of a display. HDR is objectively superior to older TV technology, but not all sets are created equal, and HDR isn’t a monolithic standard. Nonetheless, HDR provides the best TV experience, and we’ll explain why. The Easy Part: 4K The easiest part of the technology to understand is the “4K” bit. This simply refers to the resolution of the television....
If you run into a “502 Bad Gateway Error”, the problem is almost certainly an internal server error. It’s essential to understand the problem and, in some cases, there are a few measures you can take to resolve the issue. We’ll explain what this error means and explore ways to get things up and running again. HTTP Status Codes The 502 error code is part of the HTTP error response code set....
What Is Android Nearby Share? Android Nearby Share is Android’s answer to Apple’s AirDrop feature. iOS devices have long been able to transfer files wirelessly. Just put the phones near each other, switch AirDrop on, and start transferring files. Android users have begged Google to hurry up and implement a similar feature for a long time—the best part of a decade, in fact. Now, Google is rolling out Nearby Share to Android devices using Android 6....
Why Should You Find Your Version of Ubuntu? You know you’ve got Ubuntu. Why does the version matter? Like the different versions of Windows, some things will work in some versions of Ubuntu, and some will work only in others. You need to know what version you have to install the proper drivers for your hardware and apps that will work best on your version. It also helps you identify what updates your Ubuntu operating system needs....
While an empty ink cartridge is a common reason for this problem, it’s not always the case. You may replace your printer’s ink cartridges with new ones and still encounter the same problem. In this guide, we’ll look at some other possible reasons why your printer is printing blank pages and how you can resolve them. Why Is My Printer Printing Blank Pages? If you’ve checked your ink cartridges and they still have enough ink to print, chances are that your printer might still randomly produce blanks....
So that’s not a problem most of the time, unless you need to delete certain system files and folders. You’ll end up getting a message like: or something like: Thanks Windows! So in order to delete a file or folder that is owned by TrustedInstaller, you have to first take ownership of the files or folders and then grant yourself full control permissions and rights! You have to do all of that just to be able to rename, delete, or edit these files and folders....
For instance, you might be unable to customize the taskbar, change background images/wallpapers, install new themes, or make other customizations to your PC without activating Windows. An “Activate Windows” watermark stays glued to the bottom-left corner of your screen. Windows may also display incessant pop-up messages requesting you to activate the operating system. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to activate Windows 11 using a product key, digital license, and the Windows Activation troubleshooter....
High-end gaming monitors can break the bank, but you don’t need to spend a small fortune to get a great experience. There are plenty of gaming monitors available for less than $300 that will give you a leg up and improve your gaming sessions. Best Ultrawide Gaming Monitor Under $300: Sceptre C305B Curved Gaming Monitor A curved monitor allows you to sit equidistant from all points on the screen. At 30 inches, the Sceptre C305B has sufficient screen real estate to split your screen in half and play in windowed mode (you know, if you need to keep one eye on your Twitch chat....
