How to Add Text Posts to TikTok

Short-form videos may get more engagement, but it seems text posts aren’t dead after all. Nothing proves this better than TikTok, the leading short-form video platform, introducing a text feature in 2023. If you’re one of those who’d rather type than take several shots to make a post, TikTok’s text post feature is for you. Read on to learn how it works and how to use it. What You Should Know About Text Posts on TikTok TikTok introduced text postsas the latest addition to its content creation format....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 287 words · Cheryl Miranda

How to Animate Still Images Online: 6 Ways

How to Animate Still Images Online: 6 Ways Want to add some zing to your images? Try animating them. Animated images are more fun and intriguing for viewers than still images, and they can also be great additions to your videos. Sign up forfree Forgot your password? Create an account *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number By continuing, you agree to thePrivacy PolicyandTerms of Use.You also agree to receive our newsletters, you could opt-out any time....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 1065 words · Megan Medina

How to Fix the "No Speaker or Headphones are Plugged In" Error on Windows

How to Fix the “No Speaker or Headphones are Plugged In” Error on Windows Sometimes, you may notice a red X on the sound icon on the Windows taskbar. If you hover the cursor over it, it shows a no speaker, or headphones are plugged in error. This error can occur due to issues with the audio driver or Windows audio services. Sign up forfree Forgot your password? Create an account *Required: 8 chars, 1 capital letter, 1 number...

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 714 words · Tara Young

How to Fix Your Ctrl Key Not Working on Windows 11

The Ctrl key is a modifier key on a keyboard that gives additional functions to other keys. However, you may notice that the Ctrl key is not working as expected sometimes. This can be frustrating, as it prevents you from executing commands and running shortcuts. If the Ctrl key is not working on your Windows computer, you’ve come to the right place. This guide explains how to troubleshoot and repair the Ctrl key on your computer....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 801 words · Jonathan Bennett

How to make PIN entry more private on Android 14

Android 14 beta testing is going full steam ahead, and if you own aGoogle Pixel smartphone, you might be testing it and enjoying all the new features it brings. One of the new features that has flown under the radar is the Enhanced Pin Privacy mode that makes PIN entry more secure on Android. Here’s how you can use this feature to make PIN entry more private on Android 14....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 431 words · Jeremy Moore

How to Scan Removable Drives With Microsoft Defender

How to Scan Removable Drives With Microsoft Defender Microsoft Defender makes it easy to scan your Windows computer for viruses and malware. Several scans are available, including a quick and offline scan. But did you know that you can also use Microsoft Defender to scan your removable and external drives? Here’s how. Which Types of Microsoft Defender Scan Include Removable Drives? You can set Microsoft Defender to doLimited Periodic Scanning, even when using alternative antivirus software on your computer....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 583 words · Joseph Ruiz

How to Shoot and Edit Photos to Make Your Subject Look Taller

Taking flattering portrait photos is an art form in itself. From knowing your best angles to judging how to position the camera, there are dozens of ways to get that perfect shot. If a bit of extra height is what you’re hoping to capture for your next (totally candid) photoshoot, then this article is for you. Best of all, you only need your phone to get that long, lean look!...

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 732 words · Melissa Turner

How to Stop Websites Accessing Your Camera, Microphone, Location, and More

How to Stop Websites Accessing Your Camera, Microphone, Location, and More Cookies aren’t the only thing a website might attempt to access when you pay them a visit. They can also request access your device’s webcam, microphone, and all kinds of other functions or data. Luckily, most web browsers allow you to control what websites can access from your devices. This article shows you how you can control what these sites can access....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 1049 words · Lori Hawkins

I Wish I Could Forget These 10 MCU Movies So I Could Watch Them Again For The First Time

With so manyMarvel Cinematic Universemovies released since the franchise started, there are a few that I wish I could forget to watch again for the first time, and they were all very important for the shared universe. From its start with 2008’sIron Man, it was clear thatthe MCU was destined to become special. 17 years later and dozens of movies in, my excitement fornew MCU releasesremains the same, even though issues emerged along the way....

August 3, 2025 · 9 min · 1715 words · Lisa Garcia

I'm Glad Marvel Rivals Is Shining A Spotlight On This Classic Villain

UPDATE: 2025-07-11 23:30 EST BY GLENN BUNN Dr. Doom Is The MCU’s New Major Threat Within a day of this being published, Marvel Studios announced that the next Avengers movie would no longer beThe Kang Dynastybut would beAvengers: Doomsday, with Iron Man actor Robert Downey Jr. returning to the MCU, this time to portray the iconic villain, Dr. Doom. Original story below. Summary Marvel Rivalshas revealed a new cinematic trailer at San Diego Comic-Con 2024, further exploring the main storyline of Marvel Games and NetEase Games' third-person hero shooter....

August 3, 2025 · 6 min · 1265 words · Christopher Burgess

Icon packs taken off Play Store for almost two weeks have been reinstated

Read update One of the best ways to add zip to your Android device’s home screen is with a new icon pack. But it seems the Google Play Store isn’t so keen on some of them and we don’t exactly know why. Last month,we brought you the story of Grabster Studioswhich had two of its icon packs taken off for featuring content that was deemed to be highly similar to its other icon pack apps — even though many other designers publish icon packs with the same text and app experience without an issue....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 813 words · Heather Butler

Instagram's Latest Bug Is Why I'm Backing Up All My Stories From Now On

Quick Links For years now, Instagram Archives and Highlights have been my go-to for preserving memories. Unfortunately, a technical bug from Meta’s end affected several of my archived Stories—which is why I’ve decided to back up all my Stories moving forward. What Exactly Was the Instagram Bug and Did It Affect All Users? Instagram Stories are one of the best ways of saving your memories. After 24 hours, any Story you post is automatically stored in the Archive section....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 638 words · Elizabeth Smith

iPhone 15 and USB-C: Why Apple is now making the change

With theiPhone 15series expected to be unveiled on Tuesday, much of the talk has centered around Apple’s rumored inclusion of a USB-C port. According to leaks, the company is doing away with the Lightning connector it has stubbornly clung to for the last 11 years. So, why the sudden change of heart? I can assure you Tim Cook didn’t look out over a sea of frayed Lightning cables and declare, “Enough is enough....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 712 words · Christina Vaughn