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By default, Google Image Search shows you images without regard to copyright or licensing, but you can filter your search for images that are either licensed for reuse through Creative Commons or are in the public domain by using Advanced Image Search. Click Settings at the top of the screen of images and select Advanced Search from the drop-down menu. In the Advanced Image Search screen that opens, go to the Usage rights section and select free to use or share or free to use or share, even commercially from the drop-down menu....

Knowing a few tricks makes breeding and raising the fish in Fish Tycoon easier and, in some cases, faster. Get Rid of Sick Fish If you don’t have a lot of cash, which is common at the beginning of the game, buying medicine for a sick fish isn’t the best course of action. If you can recreate the breed with other fish in the tank, send the sick fish to the trash and make another one....

The announcement, made on the Google Nest Help page, states that air quality information will be displayed on the ambient screen of the Nest Hub devices. The AQI badge will be included in the clock/weather widget for users. Google states the reason for this new feature is the wildfire season currently afflicting several states, as well as increasing efforts to reduce air pollution. The company wants to inform people of the air quality in their area to better protect themselves and sensitive individuals from unclean air....

The tech giants will improve Google’s Wear OS and Samsung’s Tizen-based software platform, they said at the Google I/O conference on Tuesday. The merged OS will feature improved battery life, 30% faster loading times for apps, and smoother animations. “At Samsung, we have long focused on creating the best possible connected experiences between Galaxy smartwatches and smartphones, working in perfect harmony together,” Janghyun Yoon, an executive vice president at Samsung, wrote on the company’s website....

Google also announced new features in its previously subscription-only Workspace experience, such as the ability to share smart suggestions in emails or documents, the ability to mention other users to add them to tasks and present in Google Docs, and adding Sheets or Slides directly within your Google Meet calls. “By bringing Google Workspace to everyone, we’re making it easy for people to stay connected, get organized and achieve more together, whether it’s advancing a cause, planning your family reunion, assigning next steps for the PTA or discussing this month’s book club pick,” Google wrote in its blog post announcing the updates....

The new Buds are available for preorder with a June 17 release, and come in olive green or white. While the Pixel Buds A-Series offer the same crisp sound quality as the 2020 Pixel Buds model, The Verge reports that they have an overall louder volume level. Google also kept features from the original Pixel Buds like hands-free Google voice commands and the IPX4 rating for water and sweat resistance, as well as a five-hour listening time on a full charge....

One considerable advantage of using a spreadsheet is that its formulas are dynamic: If you change the spreadsheet’s data, the answer will be recalculated automatically wherever it appears without you having to re-enter the formula. Creating a Basic Formula: Start With the Equal Sign The steps for creating a basic formula are the same ones to follow when writing more complex formulas. In our sample formula, we’ll first add the numbers 5 and 3 and then subtract 4....

How Do You Hide a Facebook Friend? There are three ways to hide friends and pages from your news feed: Hide Post: Hide a specific post from your news feed. You won’t see it again.Snooze for 30 Days: Don’t see posts from a friend for 30 days.Unfollow: Only see a friend’s status updates if you go to their timeline, not in your news feed. Hide a Specific Post What can you do to avoid repeatedly seeing a post that makes your flesh crawl, or one that you don’t want to see in your feed, for any reason?...

How to Enable Pop-Ups in Chrome Users typically want their browsers to block pop-ups, but there are times when pop-ups are necessary. When web-based forms try to open a dialog box that your browser views as a threat, the browser prevents it from getting to you. In cases like this, the only way to complete the task is to dig into the browser settings and disable pop-up blocking. Here’s how to enable pop-ups in the Chrome browser....

If you are using a DSLR, the problem can easily be rectified by investing in a camera-mounted flash accessory, which comes with the ability to be bounced in different directions. If you do not have that luxury, then here are some tips to help with camera flash problems. Change Your Settings The easiest way to reduce the output of your flash is to alter your aperture, shutter speed, or (as a last resort) your ISO....

How to Back Up iPhone X to iCloud Maybe the simplest way to back up iPhone X is to use iCloud. When you use iCloud, backups run automatically when your iPhone X is locked, connected to Wi-Fi, and plugged into a power source. That means that a backup could run every night for many people. Here’s how to back up iPhone X to iCloud: How to Upgrade iCloud Storage If you’re backing up iPhone X to iCloud, you’ll probably need to upgrade your storage....

How to Change a Fitbit Charge 2 Band Follow these steps to switch out the band on your Fitbit Charge 2: Fitbit Charge 2 Band Types The Charge 2 is compatible with a wide range of wristbands styles and materials, including: Silicone bands: Available in a rainbow of colors, silicone bands are lightweight and easy to wear for all activities, including going to the gym, exercising outdoors, and for casual events....

How to Change Languages in Yahoo Mail To change the language used for your Yahoo Mail account interface: The language change takes effect immediately. If it doesn’t, log out of your Yahoo Mail account and then log back in. What Do the Yahoo Mail Language Settings Do? When you open a Yahoo Mail account, the language used for the interface is determined by your location. For example, if you live in the United States, the default language is English....

Show Chromebook’s Process Memory, CPU, and Network Usage On a regular PC, you might use an app like Task Manager to see how much memory, CPU, or network bandwidth an app is using. On a Chromebook, you’ll need to use the Chromebook Task Manager. Use System Page to See All Chromebook Specs If you want to see the bulk of your Chromebook system specs all in one place, the System Page is the perfect place to check....

Gather Your Gear Start by gathering your tools for the cleanup: Canister or shop vac with a soft brush attachmentOld pantyhose (optional)Lint-free cloth or paper towelsCotton ear swabsIsopropyl alcohol, 99% (available at most pharmacies)Cloth or paper towels for the work surfaceCanned air How to Clean Surface Grime From Your Mac or MacBook Keyboard Getting rid of the dirt and oils that accumulate over time keeps a keyboard or laptop looking new and prevents the grunge from creeping down into the keyboard’s switches where it can do real damage....

How to Hook up a Smart TV Webcam via USB Port To start video chatting on your smart TV, make sure the smart TV is connected to the internet, then follow these instructions. What Are the Benefits of a Smart TV Webcam? Given that your smart TV is essentially a large monitor with high resolution that is capable of connecting to the internet, connecting an HDMI webcam only makes sense. Rather than having to bend over a cramped computer screen or straining to make out details on the screen, you can see everything on your smart TV....

What You Need to Connect Alexa to SmartThings Door locksGarage door openersSecurity systems and devicesCamerasSmart cooking appliances. Set Up Alexa Downloading the Alexa app will also help you set up the connection and control your SmartThings products. You should also download the SmartThings mobile app and create an account. Finally, turn on Smart Home Skills in the Alexa app. Connect to SmartThings With the apps downloaded and your devices ready, you can connect SmartThings devices to Alexa....

How to Use Bluetooth Headphones With Apple Watch If you already know how to connect Bluetooth devices to your iPhone, the process on Apple Watch is similar. You’ll do the whole thing on the watch. Follow these steps to get your devices communicating. What if I Can’t Hear Music Through My Headphones? If you’re not hearing music, you may need to take another step, even after you pair your Bluetooth headphones with your Apple Watch....

Use the Alexa Voice Remote If you have a Fire Edition Smart TV, a Fire TV Stick, or another Fire TV device, use Alexa voice commands with the included Alexa voice remote. Here’s how: Use Your Alexa-Enabled Device to Control Your TV If you lose your Alexa voice remote or just want more freedom, it’s easy to link your Alexa-enabled device, such as an Echo, to your Fire TV. You’ll be able to issue hands-free Alexa voice commands that your TV will respond to with no need for a special remote control....

Convert With a Free Web-Based Tool The easiest and fastest way to convert a PDF to a Word file that you can open on your Mac is to use one of the many free, web-based converter tools. This example uses Smallpdf. Use Adobe Acrobat Pro DC for Mac to Convert It’s possible to covert a PDF to a Word file directly from the PDF document itself—but only if you’re using a premium Adobe Acrobat Pro DC plan....