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Min Vid Test Pilot experiment gives Firefox a YouTube picture-in-picture mode
Min Vid for Firefox puts your YouTube videos in a mini-player that runs on your desktop.Hassle-Free PC
This Chrome extension mutes all tabs unless you whitelist them
Silent Site Sound Blocker lets you control which sites can shout at you. Here's how.Hassle-Free PC
How to use ‘Training for Google Apps’ as your personal tech support
Google has a helpful Chrome extension that shows you how to use each of Google's online services.Max Productivity
Tab tamers: Essential Chrome extensions for cleaning up browser clutter
Working with too many tabs can slow down you and your PC. Manage your multitasking with these add-ons.
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How to organize your Gmail using multiple inboxes
Let this Gmail Labs feature auto-sort your most important messages.Max Productivity
3 tricks for making your Google Slides presentation more eye-catching
Google Slides features easy-to-use tools for enhancing text and images.Answer Line
Stop videos from autoplaying in your browser
When you go to a website to read an article, you want to read the article, not listen to a video.
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Another 4 Gmail Labs features for a more productive inbox
Google's incubator for experimental features offers up ways to prevent phishing scams, add extra inboxes, and more.
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5 ways to search Gmail that everyone should know about
Use Gmail's advanced search operators to find anything in your inbox.Hassle-Free PC
How to bring picture-in-picture mode to YouTube on your PC
A handy Chrome extension lets you continue watching a video while checking out the rest of YouTube within the same tab.
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5 Chrome extensions that fill Gmail’s gaps
Encrypt messages, learn keyboard shortcuts as you go, and more, with these Chrome add-ons.Hassle-Free PC
How to use Google Keep’s new labels and Chrome extension
Keep has some new features that make Google's note-taking app easier to use on your PC.
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5 Gmail hacks that help you master your messages
Make Gmail better by turning emails into to-dos, tuning out distracting conversations, and more.Smart Mobile Tricks
10 tips for getting started with iMovie for iOS
Splice together your iPhone & iPad videos with slick-looking transitions, add titles, lay down custom soundtracks, and more.Max Productivity
5 of the best Google apps for iOS, and how to use them
Not all Google geeks use Android. Bring popular productivity tools to your iPhone or iPad with these native versions of your favorite apps.Max Productivity
5 Chrome extensions that reduce distraction while you work
These Chrome add-ons help eliminate distractions and boost your productivity.Answer Line
3 ways to make it easier to search for photos on your PC
You probably have thousands of photos in your PC. Use folders, tags, and handy utilities to sift through them in reasonable time.Answer Line
Here’s how to sync Google Earth placemarks on multiple computers
Save Google Earth Places on one PC and you won't find them on another one, unless you know the trick.
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5 hacks for getting more out of Gmail
Easily unsubscribe to bulk emails, manage an inactive account and more with these tips.How-To
How to try Mozilla’s mobile Firefox OS preview on your Android device, no deep-level tech tricks required
Mozilla is playing the part of Trojan horse to get people to try out Firefox OS.Updated
8 nifty Chromecast tricks for Android and iOS users
Controlling your new Chromecast also goes beyond the Chromecast app itself. There are dozens of Android and iOS apps that'll work hand-in-hand with Chromecast. All you need to know is which button to tap. Learn how to find videos with your voice, "cast" your screen to your TV, share your Chromecast with guests, and more.
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How to make Cortana search with Google instead of Bing in Windows 10
Windows 10's Cortana uses Bing for web searches by default with no official option to change it, but there are ways to get Cortana to embrace Google.Max Productivity
4 ways to make Evernote smarter and safer
These pro tips cover checklists, IFTTT hacks, and other productivity boosters.Answer Line
How to share a video privately on YouTube or Vimeo
You can control who has access to your video (but you can't control who's sitting next to them while they watch it).Updated
How to keep track of Beats 1 playlists even when you’re not “tuned in”
Don't want to bother with Apple Music or iTunes, but curious about Beats 1 streaming radio? Turn to Spotify and Twitter for a sampling.
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Stream music from your PC to almost any device with this free tool
Stream What You Hear provides an easy way to stream music from your PC to your phone or TV.Hassle-Free PC
Create personalized, universal keyboard shortcuts for 50+ music sites with this awesome Chrome extension
Love keyboard shortcuts? But just want one set to fast forward, rewind, and play/pause? Try out Streamkeys for Chrome.Hassle-Free PC
How to turn your smartphone into a remote control for YouTube on your PC
If you like watching YouTube on your PC, but wish you had a more TV-like experience this tip is for you.
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How to silence noisy Chrome tabs with one click
This Chrome hidden feature lets you silence tabs with auto-play videos even faster than before.Hassle-Free PC
Sick of Netflix’s available shows? Use a VPN to change your country and see more
There may be some risk, but if you're interested you can check out the Netflix movie selection in countries around the world.How-To
3 fast, easy ways to find the perfect animated GIF
If you've always envied your friend's GIF chops here's how you can easily up your game.
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How to connect your laptop to your HDTV without HDMI
It's easy to connect a laptop to an HDTV–unless your laptop doesn't have the right port.How-To
How to create and distribute an instructional screencast video for free
It's easy to create professional-looking screencast videos using two free tools: CamStudio and YouTube. Here are the nitty-gritty details.How-To
How to download audio from any streaming video
Streaming video won't stream if you're away from an Internet connection. Here's how to download audio from YouTube or an any other streaming video for offline listening.How-To
How to open files in desktop apps from Google Drive on the web
Google's latest 'blend online with offline' trick is automatically opening Google Drive files from the web with your desktop apps.Hassle-Free PC
Make Chrome’s New Tab page beautiful and more productive with these extensions
Tired of looking at the default new tab page in Chrome? Try these three extensions to spruce up their look.World Beyond Windows
Netflix on Linux: How to get it today, and why it’s such a pain
Netflix on Linux is a hassle for two reasons sure to set open-source aficionados on edge: Microsoft and DRM. But you can get around it.How-To
How to ditch Google for more privacy and fewer ads
Tired of targeted ads? Protect your user data with these alternatives to Google, Gmail, Chrome, and Google Drive.Hassle-Free PC
Two Google scheduling tricks to keep you organized in the fall
The fall is always a big period of adjustment. These two tools baked into Google can help by keeping your academic, professional and home lives organized.Hassle-Free PC
Not sure you want to buy a Chromebook this fall? Try out Chrome OS in Windows first
Chromebooks are still a drop in the bucket of PC sales overall, but there's no denying they are growing in popularity. If you're not sure you want to buy in just yet, Google offers a way to test drive Chrome OS in Windows 8.1.How-To
How to switch Chrome channels to test new features before they’re cool
Chrome's newest features aren't available to the typical installation. But there's a way you can get them early, before the public knows about them.Hassle-Free PC
Google Search: 5 of the most useful instant answers
Google isn't just a search engine it's also an answer machine. Here are five key queries you may find helpful on a day-to-day basis.How-To
How to play DVDs and Blu-ray discs in Windows 8
Unlike Windows 7 and its other predecessors, Windows 8 won't play DVDs natively. Fortunately, there are low-cost ways around the problem.How-To
How to find out if someone has been snooping in your Gmail
A hidden feature in Gmail can tell you if someone's been rummaging through your love letters. Here's where to find it.Hassle-Free PC
How to use Google Calendar to keep groups organized
Google Calendar has several ways to keep your friends, family, and coworkers on the same page.How-To
How to digitize holiday photos and videos
Move precious memories online (and create digital backups) with help from a scanner, a video converter, and better-than-basic editing software.How-To
How to transform any HDTV into a smart TV
Third-party devices can add smart features to an existing set, and some of them are quite cheap.Bugs & Fixes
Bugs and Fixes: updates to Windows iTunes, Java, and Internet Explorer
A fix stops Java from disabling itself, and iTunes for Windows and Internet Explorer get some security tweaks.Hassle-Free PC
Block online spoilers with Unspoiler for Google Chrome
This ingenious add-on lets you browse the Web, Facebook, and Twitter without fear of ruining your favorite shows.How-To