In this practical tip, we will show you three alternatives for the "Prezi" presentation software and explain the advantages of the different programs. Prezi alternative: Google Drive A free alternative for "Prezi" is "Google Drive". In addition to text documents and spreadsheets, presentations can also be created...

In contrast to Mircosoft PowerPoint, you can create your own master pages quickly and easily in OpenOffice Impress. We show you how it works. Create your own master pages in OpenOffice Impress Start OpenOffice Impress and open a new slide. Click on "Master" under "View" and select "Slide Master" in this menu...

Inkscape vs. Adobe Illustrator - both graphics programs are very popular. In this practical tip, we explain which of the two programs is better. Inkscape - all information at a glance Functions: With Inkscape, especially vectors can be created with ease. You can also easily create logos, banners and posters...

You can conveniently crop an object in Adobe Illustrator. We explain how this works in this practical tip. Cropping an object in Adobe Illustrator - Here's how Place the object you want to cut out on a new layer. Next, use the Pen tool to create a path around the object you want to crop. The path must of course be closed...

Adobe Illustrator comes with an extensive range of brushes, but you can create your own with just a few clicks. Create brushes in Adobe Illustrator - Here's how Select the Brush tool from the toolbar. If you click the "New Brush" button at the bottom of the brush panel, a dialog box opens...

In this article, we'll show you how to insert an image into a shape using Adobe Illustrator. Insert image in shape - how it works with Adobe Illustrator Create any shape and then place an image over that shape. Make sure that the picture completely covers the shape. Now select the picture and arrange it in the background...

Patterns can make working with Adobe Illustrator much easier. Graphics can be placed quickly and easily in your projects. To create a pattern in Adobe Illustrator, do the following. Create pattern: prepare graphic Before you start using the pattern function in Adobe Illustrator, you need to prepare and select a graphic...

With Adobe Illustrator you can create professional vector graphics. In this practical tip, we show which tool you can use to connect paths with particular ease. Illustrator: Connect Paths using the Merge tool In Illustrator CC, Adobe has introduced a new tool that makes it easier to merge individual paths...

If you want to overprint your images in Adobe InDesign, just a few clicks are required. Find out exactly how to do this in this practical tip. Overprint in Adobe InDesign - so it'll work First activate the overprint preview in the program by pressing the key combination [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [Shift] + [Y]...

Especially when creating flyers or posters in Adobe InDesign, it can make sense to adjust the background color. We will tell you how this is possible. Here's how to change the background color in Adobe InDesign If you want to adjust the background color in Adobe InDesign, you only have to do a few steps...

Since InDesign CS6, you can use the program to create an interactive PDF. You can read how this works in this practical tip. InDesign: Create interactive PDF - how it works If you previously had to go through Acrobat to create an interactive PDF, this cumbersome detour has been eliminated since InDesign CS6...

Adobe Illustrator is the most widely used software for creating vector graphics. This practical tip shows you how to create a wavy line. Starting point: a straight line Starting points for wavy lines are straight lines. There are several ways in Adobe Illustrator to create a straight line: Select the Line Segment tool from the tool palette in the left pane of the software...

Creating footnotes is very easy with Adobe InDesign. This way you can easily add sources or add additional annotations. We'll tell you how it works here. Adobe InDesign: Create footnotes - Here's how To create footnotes in Adobe InDesign, do the following: Place your cursor where you want the footnote to appear...

If you work with Adobe InDesign, you occasionally have to change the line spacing to create a visually appealing layout. In this practical tip, we will show you how it works. Adobe InDesign: Change line spacing - how it works It is not difficult to change the line spacing in Adobe InDesign and to adapt it gaz to your liking...

You can easily enable or disable hyphenation in Adobe InDesign. In this practical tip, we will show you how this works. InDesign: Activate and deactivate hyphenation - how it works To get a uniform typeface, you can either enable or disable hyphenation. You only have to do a few steps. You can turn the hyphenation on or off for the entire text, or you can set this individually for some text passages...

With Pathfinder in Adobe Illustrator you can create complex shapes and link basic elements. We'll explain how to use Adobe Illustrator Pathfinder correctly. Pathfinder in Adobe Illustrator The Pathfinder is an Adobe Illustrator tool that contains six basic functions. You can use these functions to convert existing shapes by changing the contours differently depending on the tool...

With Adobe Illustrator you can mirror objects arbitrarily. In this practical tip, we will tell you how you can do this. Objects mirror in Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator has a tool that can play objects. It's called the Mirror Tool. How to use it: Select the desired object. Find the Mirror tool in the bar...

With a gradient, you can set beautiful accents in InDesign. We'll explain how to create and apply a graded transition from two or more colors. InDesign: How to Create a Gradient To create a new gradient using InDesign, call "New Gradient" in the color panel. Enter a name in the "Swatch name" field...

If you want to use Adobe InDesign, you do not have to pay a lot of money, but can use a free download. We'll show you how it's done here. Adobe InDesign: Download layout software for free Adobe has discontinued support for InDesign CS2. The software from 2005 is also available to everyone free of charge...

If you want to work with paragraph formats in Adobe InDesign, you should note a few points. We have the best tips for you here. Work with paragraph styles in InDesign If you have formulated several paragraphs in InDesign, you should format them with the paragraph formats. By default, a paragraph format is available in InDesign that you can adjust but not delete...

If you want to cancel your Adobe Stock subscription, only a few simple steps are required. Find out exactly how to do this in this practical tip. Unsubscribe from Adobe Stock - how to proceed First, log in to Adobe with your account. Look for your Adobe Stock subscription on the overview page. There, click on "Manage plan" next to your subscription...

While you can draw a rectangle with rounded corners in Adobe Illustrator, you need to round the corners of other shapes yourself. In this practical tip, we will show you how to create shapes with rounded corners or round off the corners of existing shapes. Round corners in Adobe Illustrator First open an existing drawing or create a new file...

To close security gaps and to be able to use new functions, you should update Adobe AIR regularly. In this practical tip we will show you how. How to update Adobe AIR Adobe AIR contains an automatic update function that regularly searches for new program versions on the Internet and offers them for installation...

You save a lot of work and time when you use data merging in InDesign. In this practical tip, we will show you how easy it is. Create data record - so it'll work Data merging with InDesign means that you connect a target file, such as business cards, to a record. First you need to create a record: You can do this with any spreadsheet program such as Excel or OpenOffice...

In this practical tip we show you the best alternatives to the high-end 3D program Cinema 4D from Maxon. Some programs on the market are even available free of charge. Free Cinema 4D alternative: Blender Blender is a free all-round weapon when it comes to 3D animation, still image modeling or even game development...

To crop an image in Adobe Illustrator, only a few simple steps are necessary. We show you here how to get your graphics to the right size with Adobe Illustrator. Crop graphics in Adobe Illustrator - this is how the image is cut Follow these steps to crop your image using Adobe Illustrator. Select the Artboard tool from the menu on the left...

If you want to make your PDF files accessible to others, you can easily put the PDFs online. There are several ways to do this, but all the options shown here are free. In addition, they all offer almost unlimited space for the documents. Put PDF online with Adobe Acrobat Reader The free Adobe Acrobat Reader DC can not only open PDF files, but also put them online: Open the PDF with Adobe Acrobat Reader and click on the cloud symbol (see picture)...

With clipping masks, you can crop graphics in a targeted manner. This practical tip shows you how to create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator. Adobe Illustrator: Create clipping mask to hide object parts With a clipping mask, you can hide certain areas of an object in Illustrator. You can use it, for example, to cut a circle out of a graphic or to crop a graphic with a lettering...

Adobe AIR is a runtime environment that works across platforms and is designed to merge desktop and browser applications. You can update the tool with just a few clicks of the mouse - we show you how it works. Get the latest update for Adobe AIR Basically Adobe AIR takes care of updates independently...

With Adobe Illustrator, you can easily vectorize images that are available as pixel graphics. We show how this works with the so-called image tracer. Convert image to vector graphic with Adobe Illustrator First open the corresponding image in Adobe Illustrator. Click on the graphic with the selection tool to select it...

This guide explains how you can change the brightness and contrast of an image in Photoshop. So you can easily correct pictures with poor lighting. Manual contrast and brightness change in Photoshop You can increase the brightness and contrast of an image manually using two controls: To do this, click on "Image"> "Adjust" in the Photoshop menu bar Then select "Brightness / Contrast"...

A typing mistake or a comma too few - you can also change a PDF document later. Here we show you exactly how you can modify the text without having to resort to expensive software. PDF: Change text online - it's free With the free web tool PDFzorro you can correct texts in PDF files free of charge and without software: Upload the PDF file using the upload button at PDFzorro and wait until the green "Start" button appears...

Adobe Illustrator is a vector-based graphics program with which you can also trace images. A pixel graphic can be converted into a vector graphic in no time at all. We show how this works in Illustrator. Trace images with Adobe Illustrator First open Illustrator and load the relevant pixel graphic. Then show the complete tool for tracing via "Window"> "Tracer"...

If you no longer want to use the free Adobe Air software, you can completely uninstall the program. We'll show you how it's done. Instructions: Uninstall Adobe Air First open the Control Panel on your computer. Under the category "Programs" you will find the item "Uninstall a program"...

In Photoshop, you can change the pixel aspect ratio of an image in just a few steps. In addition to your own pixel aspect ratio, you can also select known pixel aspect ratios, such as the NTSC format, in Photoshop. Set your own pixel ratio or specific format in Photoshop Open the image in Photoshop and switch to "Image" in the menu bar...

By inserting comments in a PDF file, you can easily capture every flash of thought. In this article we will show you where you can find the comment function. Insert comments in Adobe Reader Open the PDF file to be edited with the free Adobe Reader. Right-click where you want to add a comment. The entry "Add Notes" now appears in the context menu...

You can use the Adobe Lightroom program to manage and organize your photo library. We show you how to keep track of a large number of pictures. Create a Lightroom Smart collection Smart collections let you sort images based on your metadata. If you always fill in the keyword field with data such as "animal" or "human" in the postprocessing, Lightroom then automatically sorts the images into a collection...

Kodi is a versatile media center software. How you activate and use the wake-on-lan feature is shown in this practical tip. Kodi: Wake on Lan - the backgrounds "Wake On Lan" is a very practical feature. It enables the automatic start of network devices from stand-by. "Wake On Lan" can be particularly useful for devices linked via a network...

It is possible to create multiple user accounts on the Raspberry Pi single-board computer. In this guide, we show you how to set up a new user. Create a new user on your Raspberry Pi To create a new user on your Raspberry Pi, you only have to do the following steps: First open a terminal on your Raspberry Pi...

If you want to use the spell checker for a text in a foreign language in OpenOffice, you must first make a few small settings and change the spell checker language manually. We show how it works. OpenOffice: Change the spellcheck language manually Open OpenOffice. The bottom line shows the current setting for the spell check in the middle...

This practical tip shows you how to set the page margins in OpenOffice Writer, Calc and Draw. Set margins in OpenOffice - how it works Whether for OpenOffice Calc, Writer or Draw - this is how you set the margins in OpenOffice applications: Click on the "Format" tab in the menu bar. Now select the entry "Page ...

If you generally do not want to see pictures and graphics in the OpenOffice Writer, you can hide the objects using the settings. This way, the graphics are no longer displayed in your document. In this article, we will tell you exactly how to proceed. Hide images and graphics in OpenOffice Writer By default, the OpenOffice Writer shows all images and graphics in your text documents...

If you insert graphics in the OpenOffice Writer, the images can only be arranged to a limited extent. We show you how to position the images in the document as you wish. Arrange images freely in the OpenOffice Writer Insert the desired image in your OpenOffice document and select it with a double click...

Images are relatively easy to insert in the OpenOffice Writer. If you have inserted several images, you can make them the same size. We explain how this works in this guide. Make images the same size in the OpenOffice Writer You have the option of making your images the same size directly in the OpenOffice Writer...

If you would like to refer to websites or other files in your OpenOffice document, you can insert these as hyperlinks. We'll show you how it's done. Insert hyperlink in OpenOffice Mark the desired word in your document and select the "Hyperlink" option under the menu item "Insert"...

If you don't just want to change the page format in OpenOffice, but want to rotate the entire table, it's very easy. We show you how to do it. Turn the table in OpenOffice - so it'll work Select the content of the table and copy it to the clipboard. Now open a new worksheet and navigate in the menu to "Edit -> Paste Special"...

This practical tip shows you how to remove a header or footer in OpenOffice. If you would like to delete one of these elements, read the following article how to do it best. How to remove a header or footer in OpenOffice If you have added too much a header or footer, you can remove the superfluous line...

With the introduction of the sidebar, OpenOffice moved many functions to the right edge. In this practical tip, we explain how you can best set up the bar. Set up sidebar - tips for OpenOffice Undock: If you click on the symbol above the sidebar, you can also "undock" the bar and move it anywhere on the screen...

If the OpenOffice sidebar is not visible, you can show it again with just a few clicks. You can find out how to do this in this article. How to display the OpenOffice sidebar The OpenOffice sidebar makes many word processing functions available via additional buttons on the right side of the screen. Especially users of widescreen monitors benefit from this feature...

With OpenOffice you can create labels in just a few steps. They are not only suitable for jam jars, but also save annoying paperwork and lots of time for addresses, especially in the office. Create labels in OpenOffice If you want to print a large number of labels again and again, the following procedure will help you: In OpenOffice click on "New"> "Labels" in the top left...

You can quickly define the print area in OpenOffice Calc and only print the important section of your table. Spreadsheet Calc: How to Set the Print Area If you only want to print sections of your spreadsheet, this is completely unproblematic. First click on the "File" option in the Calc menu bar...

In this practical tip, we will show you the most important formulas for LibreOffice Calc. So you don't have to do a lot of searching for the most common calculations, but can fall back on our basics. The main formulas for LibreOffice Calc Cells A1, B1 and C1 are used as example cells in this manual...

This practical tip shows you how to swap rows and columns in "OpenOffice". Swap rows and columns in OpenOffice The free software "OpenOffice" is a versatile multitool that includes, for example, a spreadsheet, word processing or database management. Proceed as follows if you want to swap rows and columns in the "OpenOffice" spreadsheet: Start "OpenOffice" and open the document in which you want to exchange rows and columns...

If OpenOffice shows no zeros in the decimal places, the fields are not pre-formatted for numbers. We'll show you how to set this up for OpenOffice. Show zeros in OpenOffice To display zeros in "OpenOffice", you have to set that the content of the cells contains numbers. Select the cells in which you want to display zeros...

In OpenOffice Calc you can discover lots of fun Easter eggs. We'll show you how to find the features hidden by programmers! Calc Easter Eggs: Find hidden developer games Most of the Easter eggs in OpenOffice Calc are games or images from the development team. Unfortunately, most of them no longer work under version 4...

The OSMC operating system is ideal for transforming your Raspberry Pi into a real media center. The software is very easy to install, because a set-up assistant supports you throughout the set-up. We show you all steps from installation to personalization in this practical tip. Download the OSMC and transfer it to the Raspberry Pi To bring OSMC to the Raspberry Pi, the developer provides his own installer...

This practical tip explains how you can insert background music into your presentation using OpenOffice. As a rule, only a few steps are necessary. OpenOffice: insert background music into a presentation - in five steps Click on "Slide Show" in the menu bar and select "Slide transition"...

In this practical tip, we explain how to import and open a CSV file in OpenOffice. In OpenOffice Calc, this task is quite straightforward. You can import in just a few steps. How to import and open a CSV file in OpenOffice Calc Open the file directly in Open Office Calc. To do this, follow the steps below...

If you use the freeware OpenOffice Writer, you also work with pictures from time to time. This practical tip shows you how to center them and thus make your document clearer. Center images in the OpenOffice Writer - you have to do that Only a few steps are necessary so that you can center images in the OpenOffice Writer...

Unwanted hyperlinks in OpenOffice can be easily removed without deleting the text. This practical tip shows you the exact instructions for this. Remove hyperlinks in OpenOffice Right click on the link. Then select the "Remove hyperlink" option from the context menu. The link is now removed and the word (s) have been preserved...

If you need a flyer, you can easily create it with the word processor Writer from the OpenOffice package. You can either create the layout of the flyer yourself, or simply use templates for OpenOffice and modify them accordingly. Create a flyer in OpenOffice with a template The easiest way to create a flyer in OpenOffice is using a template...

The current date can be easily inserted in the OpenOffice Writer. We'll show you what you need to do here. OpenOffice Writer: insert the current date Note This practical tip is based on Windows 7 and OpenOffice 4.1.1. First start the Open Office Writer as usual. Place the cursor where you want the date to go...

If you want to work more smoothly with OpenOffice, you can quickly switch between lower and upper case with a little trick. We'll show you how it's done. OpenOffice: Switch between upper and lower case quickly In OpenOffice you cannot switch off the Caps Lock key completely, but you have the option to switch between upper and lower case in the settings...

By installing plugins, you can equip OpenOffice with numerous other tools and functions. We'll show you where to find them and how to install the plugins. OpenOffice: Install plugin You can find the plugins or extensions on this OpenOffice website. We have put together the 20 best extensions for OpenOffice in this photo gallery...

If the available fonts in OpenOffice are not enough for you, you can install additional fonts. We show you how to do this in this guide. OpenOffice: Install font OpenOffice always uses the fonts that are already installed on your computer. To use a new font in OpenOffice, you only need to install the font on Windows: First, download a desired new font...

With OpenOffice you can not only write text documents, but also create your own ebooks. We'll show you how it's done. OpenOffice: Create an ebook OpenOffice does not offer the function itself, but you can integrate it using a small plugin. You can write the ebook like a normal text document with OpenOffice and then save it as an ebook with the free extension Writer2ePub...

In this practical tip, we explain how to insert a header and footer in OpenOffice. Insert header and footer via the menu bar in OpenOffice Headers and footers improve orientation and navigation in larger text documents. Open OpenOffice and then click on "Insert" in the menu bar. To insert a header, click on "Header" and then on "Standard"...

So that you don't lose the thread of your presentation, you can insert invisible notes into your OpenOffice presentation. In addition, your hands are not tied to index cards and you can keep the lecture free. Hide notes in an OpenOffice presentation Open your presentation with OpenOffice Impress...

With OpenOffice, mapping directories can be created with a specially created wizard. We'll show you how. OpenOffice: Create list of figures In this guide, we assume that the images are already inserted in OpenOffice. Right-click on the image and select the "Label" option. Enter the desired "label text" here...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to insert a non-breaking space in OpenOffice. OpenOffice: insert a non-breaking space A non-breaking space prevents a space between two words at the end of a line from becoming a line break. The quickest way to insert the non-breaking space is with the key combination Ctrl + Shift + Space...

Are you tired of the automatic numbering in OpenOffice? In this practical tip you will read how to switch this option off. Disable automatic numbering in OpenOffice completely Open OpenOffice Writer and go to "Tools" via the menu bar. In the opened menu, select "AutoCorrect Settings"...

With a text frame in OpenOffice you can frame all objects and create special layouts. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Create text frames in OpenOffice First select the object in OpenOffice that you want to frame. Click on "Insert" in the menu bar and select "Frame"...

You can create an organization chart in OpenOffice with various programs. The drawing program Draw is just as suitable for this as the spreadsheet Calc or the word processor Writer. Create an organization chart with OpenOffice Calc The easiest way to quickly create an organization chart in OpenOffice is with the Calc spreadsheet...

In this practical tip you will learn how to fix columns and rows in OpenOffice. How to freeze columns and rows in OpenOffice The OpenOffice fix function is particularly useful on Microsoft and Mac OS if you have tables with multiple data columns or rows of data. The function helps you to keep an eye on the desired rows and columns when scrolling long tables: For example, if you want to fix column A, you have to put the cell pointer in column B...

With the free photo editing software "Gimp" you can convert color photos into black and white images with just a few clicks. Here's how to do it. From color to black and white with gimp Open a photo in the Gimp photo editing software. Click the "Color" menu and select "Desaturate ...

To proofread a text before publication, you can use the "proofreading mode" in OpenOffice Writer: The original document is not changed, only the changes and comments are highlighted in yellow. The author then sees at a glance where you have suggested corrections. OpenOffice correction mode - this is how you edit texts You activate the correction mode with the so-called "Record" function: On the "Edit" menu, click "Changes" and then select "Record"...

In the "OpenOffice Calc" prefixed zeros are usually shown, but sometimes they cannot be displayed. In this practical tip, you can read what you can do in this case. Show zeros in OpenOffice: Basic setting These instructions refer to OpenOffice for MacOS X. With the Windows version of OpenOffice, the menu navigation may differ...

At Gimp you can only edit the current selection of your picture. In this guide, we show you how to remove it or extend it to the entire photo. Clear selection in Gimp With the first three icons in the tool box you can mark and select individual image sections. Gimp then only makes changes such as filters or effects in this area...

There are several ways to create a form. In this practical tip, we explain how this works with OpenOffice. Form in OpenOffice - insert form elements First open the menu item "View" -> "Toolbars". Activate the options "Form Design", "Form Navigation" and "Form Controls"...

If you work with several layers in Gimp, you can easily move them. We show you how to do this in this article. Gimp: move layers - so it'll work On the right side you can see your different levels. Click on the level you want to move. At the bottom you will see two arrow symbols. Use these to move the marked level up or down...

If you would like to add and use a layer mask when editing images with Gimp, just a few steps are sufficient. We show you how to create layer masks and then use them for your graphics. Add layer mask in Gimp - so it'll work In GIMP you have the option of adding a transparent mask to each level. This mask is called "layer mask" and has the same size as the layer itself...

Whether filter, brush stroke or other effects - in Gimp you can undo any action. This works either via the menu or a key combination. Undo actions in Gimp If you accidentally applied the wrong filter in Gimp or you don't like your change, you can undo the action. To do this, click on "Edit" at the top of the menu bar and then on "Undo" to undo the last action...

If you want to edit individual pixels of your picture in Gimp, you have to zoom in on the picture. We show how this works in this practical tip. Gimp: Zoom in pictures If you zoom, zoom in or out of the image in Gimp and can work more precisely. The image size always remains the same; if you want to make your photo bigger or smaller yourself, you have to scale it...

A layer in Gimp does not necessarily have the same size as the complete picture. If you want to enlarge your level, you have two different options. We'll tell you where the difference is and how both ways work. Gimp: Increase level by scaling In image editing, "enlarge" often means the same thing as "scale"...

You can use Script-Fu to run scripts in the Gimp image editor. In this practical tip, we explain how to use Script-Fu in Gimp. Gimp: How to use Script-Fu To automate processes in Gimp, you can write and apply scripts. To do this, use the integrated Script-Fu tool. You can find the tool in Gimp under "Filters"> "Script-Fu"...

With Gimp you can distort an entire image or just cutouts and body parts. In our Gimp tutorial we will show you step by step how to do this. Use Gimp to distort images First of all, we will show you how to distort sections of the image and correct your nose, eyelids or mouth, for example: To do this, click on the "Filter"> "Distort"> "IWarp" menu in Gimp...

You can clear up your Gimp levels particularly quickly if you connect them and combine them into a new level. We explain how to do it. Connect Gimp levels In order to make your level management clearer again, you should summarize successful sub-steps in one level. First hide all layers that you do not want to include in the connection layer...

If a photo has a red cast, it looks too warm and unnatural. However, you can easily remove this color cast on the computer and thus restore the image perfectly. We show which tool works particularly well. Simply remove the red cast in the photo with GIMP The free GIMP program is recommended for small, but also more demanding, edits...

GIMP is a free alternative to the professional Photoshop tool. This practical tip shows you how to insert a picture in GIMP. Insert picture at GIMP - so it'll work You can insert an image into the image editing program GIMP in different ways: Either open it via "File"> "Open" by selecting it from the directory, or paste the images from the clipboard into GIMP...

With Gimp you can edit images like the professionals - and it is child's play. If the program freezes, this may be due to too many installed fonts. In this practical tip we will tell you what you can do about it. Gimp hangs up - what to do? If the program suddenly freezes when starting, this is often no cause for concern...

If you want to point out something special in a graphic, it is best to insert arrows. This practical tip shows you how to create them with Gimp. How to create arrows with Gimp By default, you can't use Gimp to add arrowheads to lines. For this you need the plugin called "Draw Arrow". You can download the "Draw Arrow" plugin directly from the "GIMP Plugin Registry" website...

If you want to blur the background of a picture, this of course also works with Gimp. We'll show you exactly how to do it. Blur background in gimp Open the picture and select the "free selection" in the toolbox on the left. Alternatively, you can try the magic wand. With individual mouse clicks you can now mark out the area that should be armed or disarmed...

With a little skill, you can restore an old photo with the Gimp image processing program and repair the damage that occurs over time to old photos. We'll show you some ways to get your old treasures. Turn back time with Gimp - how it works Depending on the quality of the digital template, you have to take several steps to restore an old photo...

With the free image editing program Gimp you can easily improve the color, contrast and brightness of CMYK images. In this practical tip we will show you how. Enhance CMYK images with Gimp The RGB color space is much larger than CMYK and has bright colors that do not exist in printing. This is why print images are usually created in CMYK mode or converted into this mode...

In Gimp you can add new fonts, in an individual style for every occasion. We'll explain exactly how to do this. Add new font to Gimp Gimp loads all fonts installed on your operating system each time it is started. Therefore close Gimp, install the new font as described here and start Gimp again: Obtain your desired font, for example in the CHIP download portal...

A green cast in the picture looks unnatural and distorts the actual appearance. However, you can remove the color cast on the computer and save most photos from the trash. It works very easily with the right tool. Remove green cast in pictures - that's how it works with GIMP The free image editing tool GIMP is available for all major platforms and masters even more demanding adjustments in photos...

Images processed with Gimp can also be used in Adobe Photoshop: The freeware Gimp also offers the Photoshop file format PSD for exporting images. Then you can continue working with all filters and settings in Photoshop. Save images in Gimp as a Photoshop file When you have opened the picture you want in Gimp, select "File"> "Export ...

If you would like to pixelate individual areas or entire images with GIMP, you can use a specially developed function. We'll show you where to find them. Pixelate images with GIMP Start GIMP and open the desired picture. If you only want to pixelate a certain part, you must first select it with the lasso, the square or the ellipse...

If you want to convert PDF files into images, you can do it much easier with GIMP than with Adobe Reader. We'll show you how it's done. Gimp: Convert PDF files to graphics Start GIMP and click on "File" in the upper left corner of the main window and then on "Open". Navigate to the desired path and double-click on the desired PDF file...

This practical tip shows you how you can improve the image quality of photos with the Gimp using interesting tools and functions. 1. Gimp tip: improve colors Gimp has several tools that you can use to automatically improve the colors of a photo. Click on "Colors" in the Gimp menu bar and then on "Automatic"...

If you want to quickly create a database and don't want to use Microsoft Access and want to dig deep into your wallet, you can use OpenOffice Base. Of course, the program is very complex, but this practical tip should at least give you an introduction to database creation. Create a database with OpenOffice Base Using the database wizard when you start OpenOffice Base, you can either open an existing database or create a new one...

If the Gimp start screen is too boring, you can create your own splash screen. In this practical tip we will show you how and where you can let your creativity run free. Create your own splash screen with Gimp Open the following directory on your Windows PC: "C: \ Program Files \ GIMP 2 \ share \ gimp \ 2...

In Gimp you can create impressive smoke effects and let it steam and smoke in your photos. Instructions and a picture gallery can be found here. Gimp: Create smoke effects with the IWarp filter Open Gimp and use "File" to create a new document that is roughly the size of a column of smoke - a little more than twice the width...

If you want to quickly color comics, caricatures or monochrome drawings, you have a good tool at hand with "GIMP". The open source software comes with various tools to bring color to the sheet. Read here how to get from the black-and-white drawing to the finished color image. Preparation: The original in black and white The original image should be in pure black and white...

Creating a starry sky in GIMP is child's play and can be done with just a few clicks. We provide you with the relevant know-how in this practical tip. Create the night sky and the first stars Before you create your first stars, you first need a beautiful black or, depending on your taste, deep blue night sky...

A common step in image editing is to crop hair from photos. In this guide, we show you how this works in Gimp. Gimp: Free your hair - so it'll work There are a few steps to free hair in Gimp. However, these are not very complicated. For a better understanding, you can also follow the individual steps in our picture gallery...

With Microsoft's XBOX One, you can add a new account at any time. We show you in our practical tip that this is not too difficult. Create a new XBOX One account Microsoft recommends creating a "family" on the XBOX One so that you have a better overview of the accounts and, above all, can better manage the security options for your children...

This practical tip shows you how to play a .ts video file under Windows or convert it to another format. Play .ts file with the VLC media player .ts video files mostly come from hard disk receivers, but can also be played on normal computers. This is made possible by suitable software, such as the popular VLC media player...

You cannot open or edit UDF files with Windows standard tools. Instead, you need special programs. In this practical tip, we explain which they are and what the format is all about How to open UDF files The abbreviation "UDF" stands for Universal Disk Format. These files are images of optical data media such as CDs, DVDs or Blu-rays...

WAV and MP3 are the most commonly used audio formats. Superficially, their difference is the file size. In fact, the file types also differ from spectral components in the display accuracy. We explain the differences and the optimal areas of application of WAV and MP3. MP3 and WAV: the exact difference MP3 and WAV are both audio formats...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to convert eBooks in EPUB format to PDF. This can be done in just a few simple steps. It works the other way around too. How to convert EPUB to PDF First install the free tool "Caliber". Then add the EPUB book and then click "Convert Books"...

If you have received a file with the extension D83, you cannot open it with the usual programs. We'll show you what it is and how to open the files. D83 file: what is it actually? D83 files belong to the GAEB files. The abbreviation GAEB stands for "Joint Electronics in Construction Committee"...

You can convert AIFF files to MP3 files to create space or to play the files with an MP3 player. You can convert individual files or entire music collections in just a few steps. We show you how it works. How to convert AIFF to MP3 The multi-talent for converting music and videos is XMedia Recode. WAV, MP3, AIFF, MP4 and many other formats can be easily converted into one another with this free tool...

PST files are usually opened with Outlook. You can also use the format without the appropriate Microsoft program. We'll tell you how to do it. How to open PST files without Outlook The extension PST stands for containers from Microsoft Exchange or Outlook. These archive files contain, for example, information about contacts or e-mail directories for these programs...

Unfortunately, you cannot open an EMZ file without additional software. However, we will show you which tool you can use to crack the image format. Open EMZ file with WinRAR or 7Zip EMZ files can be opened with WinRAR or 7Zip. You can then view the extracted files with normal image viewing programs. Download WinRAR or 7Zip (recommended) and install the program...

If you want to edit scanned documents, you need an appropriate program. We show you how to do it. Edit documents with "ABBYY" "ABBYY FineReader" is a special program for text recognition. The full version costs around 130 euros. You will receive a trial version for 30 days free of charge...

In this practical tip, we explain what the ctfmon.exe process is. ctfmon.exe: Microsoft process throttles system speed The ctfmon.exe process comes from an alternate user input for Office. Even if you quit all Microsoft Office programs, the Microsoft process continues. This reduces the speed of the system, especially with older PCs...

It is not always easy to change MP3 tags. We will show you what it can be and how you can edit the details. Read-only MP3 tags cannot be changed The simplest reason why you cannot change tags is write protection: If a file is read-only, it means that it cannot be changed. This can be predefined from the outset...

If your laptop does not have a numpad, you can retrofit one using an emulator. We present various solutions and show you how to use them correctly. 1. Retrofit numpad using the on-screen keyboard on the laptop The standard on-screen keyboard can often help. On Ubuntu Linux, OS X or macOS and Windows this is already included in the operating system...

The Software as a Service, or SaaS for short, has become increasingly popular in recent years. In this practical tip, we explain what SaaS actually is and the advantages and disadvantages of the model. Software as a Service: What is SaaS? Software as a Service is a model for selling software. The software is no longer sold directly to customers as a download or CD, but instead is offered as an online service...

MDM stands for Mobile Device Management. What exactly MDM is and how it works is particularly important for companies that want to protect their data from unauthorized access. This involves integrating mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets into a company network and protecting sensitive data...

ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning. What is behind it is especially important for companies, because it is about software-based resource planning in a company. We explain what ERP software can do and how it is used in companies. ERP: explained in a simple and understandable way The abbreviation ERP stands for "Enterprise Resource Planning", which means "company resource planning"...

In Gmail, you can only view the unread messages in your inbox. This is especially helpful if you get a lot of emails in Gmail and important messages keep sliding down the flood of mail. Show only unread messages in Gmail With chronological sorting, unread emails eventually disappear into the inbox on the second page...

You can also create serial emails in Thunderbird. In this practical tip, we explain how this works and what you need to consider. Serial mails in Thunderbird with the add-on mail merge To create serial emails, you must first install an add-on. Click on "Tools" in the Thunderbird menu bar and there on "Add-ons"...

Teamspeak is software that is particularly popular among gamers and is used intensively. In this article we explain to you what the program can do and when you need it. What is Teamspeak and what do I need it for? Teamspeak is a chat software that is primarily designed for parallel use with online games...

If the Hamachi program does not send a ping, this may be due to incorrect network settings. Read in this practical tip what you can do about it. Hamachi doesn't send a ping - it may be because of that The program may be blocked by your firewall or the anti-virus program. Therefore, switch off both services as a test...

With Hamachi you create virtual servers. If the program cannot establish a connection, the error can usually be quickly rectified. Read in this practical tip what you can do about it. Hamachi is not connecting - what to do? First, make sure you have the latest version of Hamachi installed on your PC...

With Hamachi you can simulate networks for LAN parties. If the program does not work, the service may not have started correctly. Find out in this practical tip what you can do about the error. Hamachi not working - what to do? The service required by Hamachi may not have started correctly. To check this, enter "services...

Thanks to the free tool Hamachi, you can simulate a virtual network. If the program displays an exclamation mark, this is often due to a faulty connection. In this practical tip, we have summarized solutions for you. Exclamation mark at Hamachi - what to do? First switch to the "Control Panel" on your PC...

Thanks to the freeware Hamachi, you can simulate a virtual network on your PC. If you see a yellow triangle, there is a problem with the connection. Read in this practical tip what you can do about it. Hamachi displays a yellow triangle - this is how you solve the problem The program may be blocked by your firewall or the antivirus...

With Hamachi you build a network to play locally. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you should consider when registering. Register with Hamachi - you should pay attention to these points Below we explain what you should consider when registering with Hamachi: If you want to use Hamachi easily, you do not need to register for the service...

Teamspeak 3 is a program for gamers, with which you can communicate with your fellow players. But what to do if it doesn't work? In this practical tips we give you some tips on how to make Teamspeak 3 functional again. What operating system do you have? Before you search for the program error, you should first check which version of Teamspeak 3 you have installed and which operating system you are using...

If you do not want to spend money on a baby monitor, the Android phone also does. We present you the three best apps. Android app - Babyphone (Baby Monitor) The app monitors all noises in the room and also records the sleep phases. Should there be any longer or noisy riots, the device acts immediately...

If you want to learn English using computer software, there are numerous tutorials. We show you the 3 best in this practical tip. Learn English with: Digital Publishing (Intensive English Course) The virtual teacher guides you through the tutorial with humor. Despite the somewhat difficult operation, this software scores with varied learning methods and an exact placement test...

Pokemon Go's goal is to find and catch the strongest Pokemon. This practical tip shows you how to calculate the IV value for your Pokemon. Find the strongest Pokemon using the IV value The strength of a Pokemon depends on several factors: Before you start training Pokémon caught, you should first increase your trainer level....

You can give away an Amazon voucher for a birthday, for Valentine's Day or without a special occasion. The advantage: You don't have to think of an original gift idea yourself - and almost every recipient will find something suitable in Amazon's huge range of goods. Amazon: Gift voucher for friends and relatives On the Amazon subpage for gift vouchers you will find an overview of the various Amazon vouchers offered...

If you experience technical problems with the Nokia Lumia 950 or if you want to sell the device, you can reset it completely. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do it. Hard Reset: Reset Nokia Lumia 950 Note: In this guide, we show you how to reset the Nokia Lumia 950 using the boot menu. If you can still operate the smartphone normally, you can also follow this somewhat simpler reset instructions...

You can synchronize your Windows Phone with Outlook in just a few simple steps. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly what you have to do. Sync Windows Phone with Outlook - you have to do that To synchronize your mobile phone with Outlook and thus synchronize contacts and emails, you only have to do the following steps: First set up your Outlook account under "Settings" -> "E-mail accounts and others" -> "Add account"...

If you forget the password for your Windows Phone, you can reset the device and set a new password. We'll tell you how this works in this practical tip. Windows Phone: Reset forgotten password - how it works In order to reset the password of your Windows Phone, you have to restore the entire device to its factory settings: If you are sure that you have finally forgotten the password for your Windows Phone, only one thing helps: You have to perform a hard reset...

If your Nokia Lumia no longer works, there is often only a software problem. With Windows Phone you have various options to bring the smartphone back to life. We'll show you what you can do if the screen stays black. Lumia does not come on: battery deeply discharged? The solution seems too simple, but sometimes works wonders: if the battery of your Nokia Lumia is exhausted, it may take a while for the phone to react to the charging cable...

To prevent apps on the Windows Phone from running in the background, you should exit them correctly. This also allows you to extend the battery life. In this article, we show you how to completely exit the apps. Quit apps on Windows Phone completely - so it'll work Bring any app to the foreground by opening it...

Deleted files can usually be recovered quite quickly on the Windows Phone. We show you how this works in this guide. Data recovery on Windows Phone - so it'll work With Asoftech's Data Recovery tool, you can recover deleted files with just a few clicks. Go to the Asoftech website and download the program...

If you want to end running apps on your Windows Phone, the task manager will help you. We'll show you how it's done. Quit apps via task manager on Windows Phone The task manager on your Windows Phone is not the task manager known from the computer. Its functions can only be retrofitted via apps such as "Device Diagnostics HUB"...

To send content from your Windows Phone to the Chromecast, all you have to do is connect the two devices. We'll show you how it's done. Connect Chromecast and Windows Phone Since Google relies on its own Android devices, a direct connection between Chromecast and Windows Phone is not possible...

If the memory of your Windows Phone is full, you can tidy up in different places. We show you how to create free space on your smartphone. Windows Phone: Delete temporary files Before you start removing pictures or other useful data from your device, you can delete temporary files. In another practical tip, we will show you how to delete temporary files under Windows Phone 8...

Unfortunately, you cannot download the "Jodel" app for your Windows Phone. With a little trick you can still get Jodel on your smartphone. You can find out how to do this in this article. Windows Phone: when will the yodel app come? An official yodelling app is not available for Windows Phone...

A soft reset can help if your Windows Phone freezes and stops responding. The restart can be forced using a key combination. We'll explain how to do it. Windows Phone hangs: This is how the soft reset works A soft reset is nothing more than a simple restart. No data is lost in the process. If your Windows Phone stops responding or other errors occur, you can force a restart: Simultaneously press and hold the power button and the volume down button for 10 to 15 seconds until the phone vibrates and restarts...

With a hard reset you reset your Windows Phones to the factory settings. In our instructions, we show you exactly how to proceed for the hard reset. Hard reset of the Windows Phone: Reset to factory settings You should only carry out a hard reset as a last measure for problems or if you want to sell your smartphone...

If you want to change the name of your Windows Phone, this is unfortunately not possible directly on the device. We'll show you which tricks you can use to rename your smartphone anyway. Change the name of the Windows Phone - how it works Open the "System" and "Info" categories in the "Settings" on your Windows Phone...

You can easily minimize data consumption on your Windows Phone with our five tips. Minimize data consumption with Windows Phone - 5 tips Below you will find tips on how to keep data consumption on the Windows smartphone as low as possible: Use WiFi at home and at work (where available) so that you don't consume the data volume...

In this practical tip we will show you how you can use USB devices (e.g. external hard drives or USB sticks) in VirtualBox. Activate USB extension in VirtualBox With the Extension Pack from VirtualBox you can activate the USB extension. You can then also use USB devices: Download the Extension Pack for VirtualBox...

The word "user" comes from English and is the equivalent of "user". Find out what that means in terms of computers and technology in this article. Who is a user and what does he do? In general, the so-called "user" is a person who uses an electronic device. The user is always a real person...

A GIF animation with music is not so easy. We'll show you a tool that at least partially manages to back up your GIFs musically GIF files: pictures and music A GIF file is a pure image file, similar to JPEG or PNG. Therefore, the file cannot save music tracks. But with one tool you can still create GIFs with music...

You can customize the start page of your Windows Phone to your taste. We'll show you what options you have. Windows Phone: Arrange and customize the start page First, you can sort your apps on the homepage and adjust the size of the tiles. As of Windows 8.1, you can choose whether you want to arrange your apps in two or three rows of tiles...

Windows is an operating system that is installed on most computers. In this article, we explain to you exactly what is hidden behind it and what this operating system is good for. The Windows operating system Windows stands for "window" and that is exactly what the operating system should be: a window to your computer...

With Windows 10, Microsoft is entering a new era: The current operating system is constantly being updated with new features and runs on PCs as well as on smartphones and tablets. The predecessor Windows 8 is also still supported, but has to struggle with a bad reputation - right? We show in comparison whether you should choose Windows 8 or Windows 10...

It creeps in relatively quietly and unnoticed by many: UEFI. But what exactly is the somewhat futuristic name and to what extent are Windows, OS X and Linux affected by it? Boot the computer faster thanks to UEFI The words UEFI hide the words: Unified Extensible Firmware Interface. To put it another way: Behind the abbreviation UEFI is the firmware of the mainboard, which in turn forms the interface between the hardware and the software during the boot process...

The terms "software" and "hardware" often fall in connection with technology and IT. In this article we explain what software actually is and in which areas you encounter it. Software - collective term for programs and associated data "Software" is usually used as a synonym for "programs"...

If you read "Ubuntu", you will usually only get the information that it is an operating system. In this article, we explain to you exactly what Ubuntu is, simply and comprehensibly. What is Ubuntu? Operating system in a quick check Ubuntu is an operating system like Windows or Mac OS X. The difference: Ubuntu is available for everyone free of charge...

In addition to Windows 7 Professional, Microsoft also offers an Ultimate version. But what are the differences between the versions and when is it worth upgrading to Windows 7 Ultimate? We'll show you. Windows 7 Professional vs. Windows 7 Ultimate With Windows 7 Ultimate you get all the functions that you also have with Windows 7 Professional - but also a few more features: Encrypting file system (EFS) BitLocker and BitLocker To Go AppLocker Direct Access BranchCache Multilingual operator guidance (MUI) The features broken down in Windows 7 Ultimate Behind these sometimes cryptic names you ...

You can install Google’s Chrome OS operating system in VirtualBox and test it safely. You can find out how to do this in this practical tip. Download Chrome OS for the VirtualBox There is no official version of Chrome OS available for download yet. However, a talented developer has developed a test version for VirtualBox from the source code: Download the trial version for VirtualBox. ...

You can already set up Ubuntu in German during the installation, but you can also change the language later. To do this, however, several settings must be made. Install and activate the German language pack First install the German language pack and assign it to your user account: Open the "System Settings" in the start menu of Ubuntu...

In various IT areas you come across the term "admin". In this article we explain what an admin is and what you need it for. So much in advance: Admin is the abbreviation for "Administrator" and means an administrator of a group, an administrator account or a system administrator. What is a group administrator...

Windows 10 also includes a mail app that you can use to send and receive emails. This practical tip will tell you whether old messages can also be imported. Windows 10 Mail: Emails cannot be imported Microsoft has no function in the Windows 10 Mail app for importing emails from other programs. The reason for this is quite simple: Windows 10 Mail is not a full email client...

The Windows 10 Mail app is a useful tool. This article will tell you whether you can activate a read receipt here. Read receipt for Windows 10 Mail Windows 10 Mail is a simple app with a clear range of functions. Therefore, you are not offered to set up read receipts. You can do this with Windows Live Mail or another service such as Outlook...

If you want to use Thunderbird on another computer or back up your data, you can export the profile from the software. Our instructions will help you and show you step by step how to do this. Export profile to Thunderbird Close Thunderbird and simultaneously press the [Windows] and [R] keys. In the "Run" window, enter the command "% APPDATA% \ Thunderbird \ Profiles \"...

If you forget the master password for Thunderbird, you can reset the password. In this guide, we explain how this works and what you need to consider. Forgot master password for Thunderbird: You can do that If you have forgotten your Thunderbird master password, click on the Settings icon in the top right-hand corner...

For iPhone and Android smartphones, we show you how you can hide the "Last seen" function and thus the "Last online" status in WhatsApp. WhatsApp: Hide online status (Last Seen) on Android and iPhone With the Last-Seen function, your WhatsApp contacts can see when you were last online...

On internet blogs or on YouTube you can come across the term "tags" relatively quickly. In this practical tip, we explain what these tags are and how they are used. Tags and categories: what are tags? The term "tags" (pronounced [täks]) comes from English and means "catchword" or "label"....

If the message "Wait for endpoint" appears on Discord, no connection can be established. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Waiting for the end point: Discord is causing problems Program: In the best case, the problem is only with the software. Close Discord and start the program again...

G Data Antivirus protects your PC from unwanted programs. If the program cannot connect to the server, there may be a problem with the Internet connection. In this practical tip, we will show you what you can do in this case. G Data: No connection to the server - what to do? First, make sure that your PC is properly connected to the Internet...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to create collages in Picasa. How to create a picture collage with Picasa Once you've opened Picasa, you can easily create your own picture collage using the following steps: Select all the photos you want to use for your collage by holding down the [Ctrl] key...

Files deleted from the trash are gone forever? It's not that bad: The recovery of the data is still possible with special tools. Data savers in need: Recuva recovers deleted files The freeware tool "Recuva" retrieves your lost documents with just a few clicks. Here you should be quick: After you have accidentally removed a file, you should not create or delete any other documents...

There is no separate function for setting the landscape format in Photoshop. We'll show you how it's easy. Photoshop: Create a new picture in landscape format You switch to landscape format by creating a new image in the desired format via "File"> "New". Select "DIN formats" as default and "A4" as size...

In addition to successful snapshots, there are often sub-optimal images on the camera. We will explain how you can improve and optimize such bad photos using five important tips in this practical tip. 1. Adjust color saturation - improve bad photos We'll introduce you to the following tips using the free Paint...

You won't be able to open an eps file in Gimp. Because a few settings are necessary beforehand. We can help you with that. Open EPS file in Gimp If your photo or image is saved as an eps file, you can only open it in Gimp with a few tricks: Download and install the Gimp extension "GPL Ghostscript"...

If you want to open an EPS file with common image editing programs, you have to convert the vector graphic. We'll show you how. Image editing: convert EPS file EPS files are vector graphics that are not stored in simple pixels like normal images. The pixels are calculated mathematically so that no quality is lost...

With the photo editing program Photoshop you can save your photos in formats as diverse as JPEG, GIF, TIF or PNG. In this practical tip, you can read where you can select the different image formats. The JPEG format in Photoshop By default, Photoshop automatically saves all images or photos in Photoshop format...

This guide shows you how to create a photo montage with Gimp. Gimp: crop images Photo montages are characterized above all by self-assembled pictures. To insert an image into another image, you should first cut it out and adjust it. First open the image file you want to free up in Gimp. Navigate under "View" to "Magnification (100%)" and select "2: 1 (200%)"...

With Safari 8, Apple has not only given Mac users a new way to switch between open tabs. The new preview function shows all tabs as miniature windows, whereby the opened pages of a website are clearly displayed and bundled. How you call this function and what alternatives you have, you can read in this practical tip...

If you receive the error message "Safari has ended unexpectedly", there can be various reasons. You can find out what you can do about this in this practical tip. Safari quit unexpectedly - you can do that The faulty browser cache may be causing this error message. We therefore recommend that you clear the browser cache...

The reader feature in the Safari browser is useful. Unfortunately, there is no such thing in Google Chrome by default. With a small extension you can retrofit the feature. An extension brings the reader to Google Chrome You can easily install the reader feature as an extension: Go to the free "iReader" extension in the Chrome Web Store...

To prevent Origin from performing automatic updates, you must deactivate them in the settings. In this practical tip, we will show you where to find these settings. Disable automatic updates in Origin The following steps refer to Origin version 9.4.20.386 - 292191. Open the Origin client on your computer...

In the Discord program you stay connected with your friends. However, if the program does not open, various causes can be responsible. Find out in this practical tip what you can do about it. Discord does not open - what to do? Before starting the program, close all background programs. There may also be an update available for the program that fixes this error...

You can access your files from anywhere on your OneDrive cloud. If the program does not start, several reasons can be responsible. Read in this practical tip what you can do about it. OneDrive won't start - you can do that Open the start menu and enter "gpedit". Then click on the "Group Editor"...

If Thunderbird is no longer working properly, you can start the software in safe mode. We'll show you the options. Thunderbird: Start the program in safe mode Hold down the [Shift] key on your keyboard and double-click to open Thunderbird. The program then starts in safe mode. Alternatively, you can start Thunderbird normally and select "Restart with deactivated add-ons" under "Help" at the top of the menu bar...

If there are several user accounts, it is helpful to limit the storage space for individual accounts. For example, your offspring cannot clog the hard drive indefinitely with huge videos and films. Windows can manage storage quotas for this - we'll show you how to set them up. Limit storage capacity for user account Start Windows Explorer...

"Ultrabooks" - what are the differences to conventional notebooks in this relatively new product category? We will explain it to you here. The ultrabook model: MacBook Air With the MacBook Air, Apple created a new product category: light and thin laptops that are only equipped with the bare essentials and are therefore even easier to transport...

If the volume of your laptop is too low, this can have various causes. We'll show you what you can do. Volume too low - what you should check Check that your volume control is set to maximum volume. You will find this at the bottom right of the screen. Once the maximum settings have been reached, check whether the volume of the source (e...

So that unauthorized persons cannot access your laptop, you should encrypt it completely. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do this. Fully encrypt your laptop - preparations First you should secure your notebook or user account with a password. You can set this up via Control Panel> "User Accounts"...

Linux also has a lot to offer in the area of ​​HTML Editor. You don't necessarily have to rely on the market leader's paid programs to build websites. The best five editors for Linux can be found in this practical tip. 1st place: HTML editor KompoZer KompoZer is a WYSIWYG editor (What You See Is What You Get). Th...

With Wolfram Mathematica you can import, analyze, edit and export WAV files. We'll tell you how. Import WAV files into Mathematica With the simple command "audio = Import [path, command]", you can import data from WAV files into Mathematica. The path and command must be quoted. Help for easy path entry is given in the picture gallery...

In the Notepad ++ editor you can define your own shortcuts or exchange existing ones. This enables you to use the program even faster and more effectively. In this practical tip we will show you how. Set and change shortcuts in the Notepad ++ code editor Start Notepad ++ on your computer. Click on "Settings" at the top of the tab and here on "Keyboard ...

Thanks to the appropriate plug-in, you can use Notepad ++ to edit files directly on the FTP server. We show you exactly how this works in this practical tip. Notepad ++: How to edit files directly on the FTP server First download the plugin here. Unzip the directory on the desktop. Move the two DLL files from the folders into the "Plugin" folder, which you can find in the program folder of Notepad ++...

In this practical tip we will show you how to activate and deactivate Autocomplete in Notepad ++. How to enable and disable autocomplete in Notepad ++ Follow this step-by-step guide to enable or disable autocomplete in Notepad ++: Press "Settings" at the top of the menu bar and select "Options ...

This practical tip gives you an overview of the data types used in C #. The class "Object" - root of the type system of C # The "Object" class is the top basic class of the C # type system. All types can be derived from this class. Since "Object" is a class, it can be inherited by other classes...

As a Mac user, you have to do without the popular text editor Notepad ++. We present you the best alternatives for Mac OS X. In this article, we also show you text editors that run on both Mac and Windows. TextMate: Notepad ++ - alternative for Mac OS X TextMate is a lean TextEditor that knows the syntax of numerous programming languages: If you have selected a programming or scripting language in TextMate, the editor highlights related inputs...

Software development kits, or SDKs for short, exist for many hardware and software. We explain to you exactly what that is in this practical tip. What are software development kits? Software development kits are required for various purposes in all areas of software development: Software development kits are packages that provide program codes, interfaces and usually also instructions...

Google's duplex AI project is chilling down the back of many a cold shower - and it's pretty exciting. In this article we will tell you why the emotions of Google Duplex are so overflowing. Duplex - the Google assistant where the spirits divide Artificial intelligence (AI) is discussed controversially and sometimes quite emotionally...

On this page, we show how you can easily convert an integer to a string ("int to string"). Because programming with Python is not that difficult. Convert integer to string: Python guide When programming with Python, an integer is used for an integer. Sometimes, however, you have to convert this into a string...

You can read out CSV files ("Comma-Separated Values") either with the editor or with Microsoft Excel. We will show you how to do this here. Read out CSV file with the editor If a simple representation of the CSV is enough, you can open the file with the editor: Right click on the CSV. In the context menu, select the "Open with ...

If you don't want to install Shpock mobile on your smartphone, you can also use the website on your PC. We'll show you how it's done. Use Shpock on the PC: buy products Open the Shpock website and click on "Register" or "Login" in the top right corner. Here you can either register via your email address or conveniently via Facebook...

You can easily change the auction type in the eBay TurboLister. For example, auctions can be converted into fixed price offers. Change the auction type of an item in the TurboLister Mark the offer in the article list. Click "Change Format" just above the list. Select the desired auction type (e...

The Ebay Turbo Lister puts eBay auctions online with little work. With these instructions, we will help you get started with the official eBay management software. Turbo Lister Instructions for Ebay Auctions Download the Ebay Turbo Lister and follow the installation instructions. After starting the program, the Turbo Lister suggests you to create a new Turbo Lister file...

With plugins you expand the functionality of WordPress. We'll show you how to install a plugin. Install plugins from the WordPress community Behind the open source CMS WordPress is a large community that provides themes and plugins for free. You can install these extensions from your dashboard with just a few clicks: Open your dashboard ([Url of your blog] / wp / wp-admin /] and select the menu item "Plugins"...

The Kindle Paperwhite is one of the most popular ebook readers, but it does not naturally support all common ebook formats. You can find out which formats the Kindle Paperwhite supports in this practical tip. The ebook format for Kindle Paperwhite Amazon has given its Kindle Paperwhite a special format that is based on the MOBI format...

If you want to read Amazon's ebooks on your ebook reader, this will not work without the Kindle reading app. In this practical tip, we clarify whether the app is free or whether you have to pay for the Kindle reading app. Is the Kindle Reading App Really Free? All information Amazon Kindle ebook readers support the AZW3 and AZW Kindle formats and the MOBI format...

If there are duplicate books in Caliber, you can find and delete the duplicate copies with an additional plug-in. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do it. Find and delete duplicate books in Caliber - Here's how First, download the free Find Duplicates plug-in. You can find the download at the end of the first post in the forum...

In this practical tip, we explain whether it is technically possible to remove the DRM copy protection using Caliber and whether this is even allowed. Caliber: remove DRM - does it work? DRM means digital rights management, which stands for digital rights management in German. This protection device is attached to some digital content such as eBooks so that they cannot be copied...

Amazon offers a huge selection of ebooks. This practical tip shows you whether you can also read the Amazon format on the Tolino. Read the ebook from Amazon on Tolino Unfortunately, you cannot open an Amazon ebook directly on the Tolino. The problem is that Amazon ebooks are in Mobi format, but Tolino calls for Epub...

Caliber is a powerful program, not just to manage your ebooks. You can also access your library via WiFi - with any browser. This applies to every tablet, a different computer or your smartphone. Access the eBook via WiFi via Caliber You do not have to set up the Caliber server, Caliber takes over all tasks completely...

Caliber is an important tool for managing your eBooks. Here's what to do if the caliber database is damaged. Your caliber database appears corrupted - you can do that It is important to know that your database at Caliber is called "library". First of all: The caliber database can only be restored if you have backed it up beforehand...

Caliber is a popular program for converting and reading eBooks. We show you 5 free and paid alternatives. Caliber alternative: Hamster Free eBook Converter The Hamster Free eBook Converter is a good alternative to Caliber. You can find it for free at CHIP for Windows to download. The Hamster Free eBook Converter is compatible with many devices...

On Amazon Kindle you can read your books in either portrait or landscape format. This practical tip shows you how to set the two modes. Amazon Kindle: Read eBooks in landscape orientation Open any eBook on your Kindle. Tap the logo with the three horizontal bars in the top right. Scroll down a bit in the menu and then tap on the "Landscape" option...

If you want to read Amazon's eBooks on your Kobo Touch, you have to convert the format of the digital books. Our instructions will help you and show you the individual steps. Kobo Touch: Read eBooks from Amazon Amazon's eBooks are DRM protected. However, the Kobo Touch only supports eBooks in unprotected PDF and EPUB format...

With Caliber you can manage your eBooks. In our practical tip, we will show you how to mark books as read and unread in order to keep your Schmöker collection tidy digitally. Mark eBooks in Caliber as read and unread By default, Caliber does not offer a direct function with which you can sort books by read and unread....

The Kindle usually gets its software updates automatically. You can also download it yourself and install it manually on your device - for example, if you don't have WiFi at home. In this practical tip we will show you how. Do I need a Kindle update? - Check the software version Of course, you should first check whether an update is necessary at all...

Unfortunately there is no function in Thunderbird with which you can export the mails directly to Outlook. But we will show you how it works with a small tool. Export emails from Thunderbird to Outlook Download the free MailStore Home program. The tool saves your messages from Thunderbird and then pastes them into Outlook...

If you want to switch from Outlook to Thunderbird, Thunderbird does most of the work for you. We'll show you how to master the switch. Import mails and contacts into Thunderbird At the top of Thunderbird, click on the "Tools" menu item and select the "Import" item. Activate the "Import all" option here or select only one of the desired areas...

In this practical tip, we explain what you can do if your login to Steam has failed. We'll also show you how to work around a failed Steam connection if the service goes offline. So you can start your single player games despite connection problems. Login failed on Steam: possible causes If the Steam servers are busy because many players are downloading at the same time, the login may fail...

If you would like to collect money via PayPal, you can create a donation link or button. It can be integrated on any number of websites. With one click, other users can donate money to you or a non-profit organization. Step 1: Create a donation link at PayPal You won't find a real donation link on PayPal...

Updates keep your Amazon Kindle up to date. There are a number of reasons why the update may not work. Find out in this practical tip what you can do about it. Kindle update doesn't work - you can do that Make sure that you have correctly connected the Kindle to the PC and that all connections are in place...

On Amazon Kindle you can read not only e-books but also newspapers very comfortably. You can use Kindle to find out about the latest news at all times. How to read your newspaper on Kindle For Kindle, you can currently choose from 21 different newspapers on Amazon. The newspaper format has been specially adapted to the Kindle tablet, so that error-free display is guaranteed...

If your Kindle can no longer be switched off, it may be due to the device itself, the software or an error in its operation. We'll show you how to turn Kindle off and then use it again. Kindle reader no longer runs out: the most common causes and solutions Some of the newer Kindle devices can no longer be switched off completely...

If the font of an eBook is too small for you, you can change the font size on your Kindle. We'll tell you exactly how to do this. Change the font size of the Amazon Kindle The Amazon Kindle shows all books in a preset font size. However, it is not always easy to read. Therefore, you can adjust the font size at any time...

You can activate individual parental controls on Kindle devices. For example, other people cannot surf or shop in the Kindle Store without a password. First, make sure your Kindle is up to date. If your Kindle is up-to-date, press the menu button on the top right of the start screen and then "Settings"...

This guide shows you how to exchange eBooks on the Internet. Exchange eBooks: Offer books on an exchange market If you have many eBooks that you have already read, you can exchange them for new reading material on exchange exchanges. The exchange is such a platform, on which you can exchange your read electronic books for new eBooks...

If you want to extend the battery life of your Kindles and protect yourself from data espionage, you should switch off the WLAN of your reader. In this practical tip, we will show you how to deactivate the Internet function. Switch off the Amazon Kindles WiFi With your Amazon Kindle, you typically only need WiFi to borrow books or surf the web...

The Amazon Echo Dot is one of the most popular and best voice assistants on the market. This practical tip shows you how to install and use skills on the device. Amazon Echo Dot: These are skills Skills for the Amazon Echo Dot are - as the name suggests - small programs that teach artificial intelligence new functions...

Dropbox is one of the best known and most popular providers of cloud storage. But what to do when the 2 GB Dropbox storage is full? In this practical tip we give you a few tips. 1. Shovel out the available storage space in the Dropbox First of all, it can help the Dropbox to clean up something, delete old or duplicate files...

With Dropbox, you have your files with you wherever you go. If the program no longer starts, this may be due to incorrect settings. In this practical tip we will show you how to fix the error. Dropbox does not start on Windows - what to do? Use the following tips to ensure that Dropbox starts up as usual: First, make sure you have the latest version of Dropbox installed...

If you shared a folder with someone via Dropbox, you can later delete these shared files. We show you how to do this. Delete shared folders in Dropbox You can delete the shared folders at any time via the Dropxbox web interface: Open the //www.dropbox.com/share|Dropbox website and log in with your username and password...

This guide explains how to create a public link in Dropbox. So everyone can access documents, pictures and videos via the link. Create a public link on Dropbox Upload a file to Dropbox.com in your account or move / save a file to your Dropbox folder on your computer. Use Dropbox on the PC, right click on the file and select "View on Dropbox...

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can stream music from the Dropbox without downloading it. Stream music from the Dropbox without downloading Usually you need to download a music file stored online in the Dropbox before you can play it. With the free web app Droptunes, you can also stream your selected music directly...

If you have removed files or folders from your Dropbox, you can restore the deleted items using your Dropbox account. In this practical tip we will show you how. Recover deleted files and folders from Dropbox First visit the Dropbox website and log in with your user data. Click "Events" in the left sidebar...

With your Mac OS X, you can insert your signature into a PDF file in just a few steps. Create signature in preview Before you can insert your signature in a PDF document, you must first digitize your signature. Open the pre-installed Mac app "Preview". Select the "Settings" sub-item by clicking on "Preview" in the program bar...

In the VLC media player you can rotate videos by 90 or 180 ° if, for example, they are turned upside down or are played upright instead of in landscape format. Here's how to do it: Click on "Tools"> "Effects and Filters" at the top of the navigation bar. Now the "Adjustment and Effects" menu opens....

Insert a caption in LibreOffice - it works in three easy steps. In our quick guide, we show you the procedure. Insert captions in LibreOffice Click the picture you want to caption and choose Insert> Caption. Now you have to insert the caption in the new window. Finally confirm by clicking on "Ok"...

You can mirror images in OpenOffice with one click. Whether horizontally or vertically, we explain how it works! Mirror an image with OpenOffice - how it works! Insert an image in OpenOffice via "Insert" -> "Image". A bar called "Image" opens to the left above the image...

There are numerous alternatives to Microsoft's Image Editing Paint. In this practical tip we have summarized the best alternatives for you. The three best paint alternatives These are the three best alternatives for paint: Paint.NET was developed together with Microsoft and was intended as a replacement for Paint, but it never happened...

For security reasons, your account in iCloud remains linked. In this practical tip, we will tell you how you can circumvent this lock, for example if you want to sell the iPhone. How to bypass iCloud lock When selling the iPhone, you should delete your iCloud account. With a lock you have to go an extended way: First switch to the "Settings" of your iPhone...

With the Gimp image editing program, you can easily clone objects and create completely new images. In this practical tip we will show you how. How to clone your photos and pictures in Gimp You can find illustrated instructions in the gallery. Download Gimp and install the program. Then run it. Click on the "File" tab in the top right corner and select the "Open ...

To prevent the automatic synchronization between iCloud and your iPhone / iPad, you have to delete the connection. This is necessary if you want to sell your iDevice, for example. We will show you how to make the settings. Remove connection between iPhone and iCloud To do this, tap "Settings" on the device in question and then "iCloud"...

Just a few clicks are required to uninstall the Hyper-V software. In this practical tip, we will show you how best to proceed. Uninstall Hyper V - Here's how it works Press the key combination [Windows] + [X]. In the next window, click "Apps and Features"> "Programs and Features"> "Enable or Disable Windows Features"...

The Tor Browser can be completely uninstalled very easily and removed from your system in this way. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do this. Uninstall Tor Browser completely - Here's how The Tor Browser is not installed on your system like a regular program. Instead, the setup tool only unpacks all required files into the specified directory...

In this practical tip, we show you how to completely remove Steam in individual steps. Remove Steam in the Control Panel completely Note: Uninstalling Steam will also delete your games. To prevent this, you can go to the Steam program folder beforehand (usually C: \ Program Files (x86) \ Steam) and copy the "steamapps" folder to another location on your computer...

If you want to completely uninstall your anti-virus software from GData, you should not trust the tools of Windows. We show you how to get rid of GData completely and without residues. Uninstall GData: anti-virus software Of course, like any other program, you can easily uninstall your GData software using the Control Panel...

Bluestacks is one of the most popular Android emulators, but there are some good alternatives. In this comparison, we present three free bluestacks alternatives. 1. Bluestacks alternative: Genymotion Genymotion is based on VirtualBox and, thanks to the x86 architecture, can be used very quickly and efficiently on the PC...

If you have problems with your sound card, you can solve it in most cases by uninstalling the Realtek driver. We show you step by step how to proceed. Windows: Uninstall Realtek sound driver Press the [Windows] and [R] keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter "devmgmt...

The Avast Safezone browser is a web browser with advanced security features. You can easily remove the Safezone browser using the Avast Setup Assistant. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Uninstall Avast Safezone browser The "Avast SafeZone" is part of Avast Premier 2016, Avast Internet Security 2016 and Avast Pro 2016...

If you want to completely remove the Spyhunter virus scanner from your computer, it usually works in a few steps. We will show you the individual steps in this guide. Remove Spyhunter completely The Spyhunter is sometimes criticized. Although the program scans your computer, it requires the purchase of the full version to remove the finds...

If you have set up your Internet with the Telekom network manager, you can then uninstall the software. We show you step by step how to do it. Telekom network manager: Uninstall software completely Open the Control Panel and under "Programs" click "Uninstall a program". You will now see all installed programs...

Read this practical tip on how to uninstall Toshiba Tempro. Toshiba Tempro is not absolutely necessary for your Toshiba device. Toshiba Tempro: Information software on Toshiba devices The Toshiba Tempro program is a service software. Toshiba uses this program to inform you about news and updates. You can uninstall the software if you do not want to use the information service...

If you no longer want to use the Real Player on your computer, you can uninstall it like any other program. We'll show you how it's done. Real Times: Uninstall Real Player completely Open the Control Panel and select the "Programs" category. Under "Programs and Features" you will find all installed programs on your PC...

In this article, we show you how to completely uninstall WinRar. Uninstall WinRar using the Control Panel Open the "Programs" via the "Control Panel". Mark WinRar there and click on "Uninstall". Follow the uninstall instructions. If errors should occur, you can restart your PC and try the deinstallation again...

There are several ways to uninstall programs on Ubuntu. You can remove tools both via the terminal and via the software center. We explain how both ways work in our practical tip. Ubunut-Linux: Remove the program from the software center The advantage of the software center is clear, because it has a graphical user interface (GUI)...

If you forget a tick when downloading, you can already have installed the Winload Toolbar. We will show you how to remove them for the common browsers Firefox, Google Chrome and Internet Explorer. How to remove the Winload Toolbar: Mozilla Firefox: You can find the "Winload" toolbar in Firefox in the "Add-ons" (see picture)...

The Google Installer or Google Updater ensures that you automatically receive the latest versions of Chrome or Picasa. In addition, he also sends information about your usage behavior to Google. This practical tip shows you how to switch off this spy tool. However, you must note that you will no longer receive automatic updates for your Google programs, but will have to download them manually...

Blender is probably the best known freeware for modeling 3D objects. In this practical tip, we will show you the best alternatives to Blender - because the modeling software has to accept some criticism due to the long learning time and the complicated operation. Blender alternative: Hexagon 2.5 - easy modeling of objects For the equivalent of around 15 euros, the company DAZ3D offers software for modeling and creating objects...

Yahoo has discontinued some of its products - the search tool Xobni is also down. We present the best file search alternatives that reliably replace the Xobni search service. Lookeen: Extensive file search addon for Outlook With the Outlook addon Lookeen you can search both your emails and your desktop for files and other content...

Unfortunately, the professional diagram software Visio is not available for Mac. We present you the best alternative in this practical tip. Visio Alternative 1: OmniGraffle OmniGraffle is the most popular alternative to Visio in business because it can easily import and export Visio files. This enables smooth data exchange...

In this practical tip we show you three alternatives to AVG PC Tuneup. With the software you clean your computer from annoying data garbage and thereby accelerate your operating system. Tuning for all operating systems: CCleaner Piriform's CCleaner program is a very good and free alternative to AVG PC Tuneup...

The freeware backupper Clonezilla does a good job with data backup. However, there are also alternatives that can shine with more features and easier operation. We present the three best alternatives to Clonezilla in this practical tip. Paragon instead of Clonezilla - data backup with a beautiful look One of the programs that combine a modern look with good data backup is "Paragon Backup & Recovery 14"...

With Kodi, you install a free home media server. We have summarized the 5 best alternatives for you in this practical tip. 1. Kodi alternative: Plex Media Server Features: The Plex Media Server also turns your PC into a free media server, so you can access it from anywhere. Handling: You only have to install the latest version of the Plex Media Server on your PC and then add media...

Inkscape is a free drawing program that allows you to easily create vector graphics. In our practical tip, we show which good alternatives to Inkscape are available. Corel Draw: Comprehensive alternative to Inkscape With CorelDraw Graphics Suite X7 you get a complete package for creating vector graphics and for professional image editing...

In this article we show you the top alternatives to CPU-Z. The popular program summarizes various hardware information in detail, temperatures and voltages can also be read out with it. However, some of the competitors offer additional features. CPU-Z alternative 1: Speccy Speccy is a top alternative to CPU-Z...

Cyberduck is one of the most popular software solutions when it comes to exchanging FTP files. However, there are some alternatives in the highly competitive market that are also worth a look. In this practical tip, we present three good FTP alternatives to Cyberduck. FileZilla - Classic FTP client with many functions If you are looking for an FTP client, you can hardly avoid "FileZilla"...

With the camera of the Samsung Galaxy S5, you can not only take excellent photos, but also record ultra slow motion videos. Download the Samsung add-on for (ultra) slow motion videos To be able to record slow motion videos with the Samsung Galaxy S5, you first have to download an add-on. Start the camera app on your Samsung Galaxy S5...

With an SMS notification in Outlook you will always be informed about your emails. In this practical tip, we will show you how to set up an SMS notification in Outlook 2010. MS Outlook: Activate SMS service Start Outlook and click on "File" and select "Add Account". Select "Text messages (SMS)" here...

If you would like to save one or more emails from your mailbox at Thunderbird, you can do so with a few clicks. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly how this works. Save emails in Thunderbird - how it works To save your emails in Thunderbird, proceed as follows: Start Thunderbird and search for the desired mail...

If you get the error message "... is already running" at Thunderbird, the program has most likely hung up. This practical tip shows you what you can do in this case and how you can get your mail client up and running again. Thunderbird is already running - the solution When a program like Thunderbird freezes, it stops responding and you can no longer use it...

In this practical tip, we will explain how to set up a shared inbox in Thunderbird. A common inbox is a folder in which you can receive the e-mails from different addresses together in one overview. Set up a shared inbox - how it works in Thunderbird After you have created the inboxes in Thunderbird, you can also connect the separate inboxes to a global inbox...

If Thunderbird no longer sends emails, this may be due to incorrect settings or a blocked connection. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Check SMTP server: Thunderbird does not send emails If you press the [Alt] key on your keyboard, the menu bar opens at the top. Select the "Account Settings" under the "Tools" category...

In this practical tip you will read how to work offline in Thunderbird. This will prevent the email program from checking for new messages and being updated. How to work offline in Thunderbird Sometimes there are advantages to working without an internet connection. In the following section, we explain how you can temporarily disconnect your mailing program from the Internet...

If you have just installed Thunderbird or you want to use a second address, you can add an email account. We'll show you how it's done. Add an email account to Thunderbird In Thunderbird, click on the "Account Settings" in the menu bar under "Tools". Now select the option "Add email account" at the bottom left under "Account Actions"...

Thunderbird always sorts email accounts in the order in which you create them. If you would like to arrange the accounts differently, you will not find an appropriate option for this in Thunderbird. In this practical tip, we will show you how you can sort the accounts however you like. So you can arrange your Thunderbird accounts yourself Thunderbird does not require you to sort your email accounts in the order that is most convenient for you...

If you want to beautify Mozilla's "Thunderbird" mail program, there are a few themes available. We present the five best and most popular designs in this practical tip. How to install Thunderbird themes To install new themes for Thunderbird, first open Thunderbird and click on the three small crossbars at the top right and select the menu item "Addons"...

If Thunderbird starts slowly, there can be several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Thunderbird starts slowly: Check add-ons In many cases, individual add-ons are to blame for the speed brake. These are not developed directly by Mozilla and are therefore in many cases not perfectly optimized for Thunderbird...

In order not to lose track in Thunderbird, you can conveniently have your mails automatically sorted. Read below how this works. Thunderbird: Sort emails automatically In order for Thunderbird to sort your emails automatically, you have to do a little preparatory work. First, structure your mailbox by creating subfolders, e...

Duplicate emails can quickly create chaos in Thunderbird. In this guide, we show you how to delete these duplicates. Delete duplicate emails in Thunderbird Thunderbird does not have its own function for finding and deleting duplicate emails. However, you can retrofit them with a free add-on. A suitable extension is "Remove Duplicate Messages"...

With Thunderbird you can, among other things, set up read receipts for your mails. However, this does not always mean that the recipient actually read the mail. We'll show you what to look out for. Set up acknowledgment of receipt in Thunderbird If you want to know if your message has actually arrived, do the following: Open Thunderbird and write an email with any account...

You can also install and set up the popular Thunderbird email program on Ubuntu. We will explain how you can do this via the software center or terminal commands and what you need to consider when you start the program for the first time. Install Thunderbird in Ubuntu via the software center The easiest way to install Thunderbird on Ubuntu is through the Ubuntu Software Center...

It doesn't take much to manage the tasks and appointments from the Google calendar in the popular Thunderbird mail client. You only need two addons for Thunderbird and you're good to go. The addons for a successful synchronization between Thunderbird and Google You need these three helpers to be able to easily manage all tasks and appointments under Thunderbird: The Thunderbird calendar "Mozilla Lightning" and the add-on "Provider for Google Calendar"...

With the help of CSV files, you can exchange data structures such as address books. This article shows you how to import these files into Thunderbird. Thunderbird 24: Import CSV files Thunderbird can inherently import data records such as address books, messages or settings - including in CSV file format...

If you don't want to save the entire address book from Thunderbird, you can also export individual contacts. We'll show you how it's done. Thunderbird: Export only individual contacts Unfortunately, such a function is not directly available in Thunderbird. With a small add-on, you can expand Thunderbird with the function...

With IMAP, you can easily sync your iCloud email address with Thunderbird. We'll show you how. Add iCloud address as an account in Thunderbird For Outlook users, Apple has provided the convenient iCloud control panel, which you can use to synchronize emails, contacts and calendars with Outlook. This solution does not work for Thunderbird...

Thanks to Thunderbird, your emails are always at hand. However, if the program does not respond, this may be due to defective add-ons. This practical tip shows you what you can do about it. Thunderbird is not responding - what to do? With the following tips Thunderbird works again without problems: A defective add-on may be responsible for Thunderbird not responding anymore...

If Thunderbird could not find any settings for your email account, you have to do it yourself. We explain what important information you need to look for so that you can set up your account easily. Thunderbird - Create an account from an unknown provider Most mail providers already have the settings saved in the Thunderbird database...

Thanks to Thunderbird, your emails are always at hand. If you have any problems, you should repair the program. It is best to completely remove the mail client and then reinstall it. In this tip, we explain how to do this. How to fix Thunderbird First download and install the free Revo Uninstaller tool...

If you no longer like your current theme in Thunderbird, you can change it at any time and download other themes. We show you how to do this. Change theme in Thunderbird You can manage all your Thunderbird themes in the menu under "Add-Ons" in the "Appearance" category. You can find new themes as follows: You can find all available themes on the following Thunderbird website...

With Mozilla Lightning, you can make Thunderbird a powerful schedule. But be careful, the "Appointments and tasks" button disappears quickly. We'll help you find it. How to find your appointments and tasks in Thunderbird To activate the button and a calendar in general in Thunderbird, you first need Mozilla Lightning, a popular Thunderbird extension...

If your Wii freezes, there can be various reasons. We have listed the most common problems and possible solutions for you here. Nintendo Wii - white or black screen If you suddenly get a white or black screen, for example when booting, there is probably a problem with the system and it needs to be repaired...

The Nintendo DS Simulator DeSmuME works fine, but with a few tricks you can make it much faster. More on this in this CHIP practical tip. Make DeSmuME faster - the best tips Click on the "Config" category above and select the "Emulation Settings". Deactivate the option "Enable Advanced Bus-Level Timing" and activate the option "Patch DelayLoop SWI (speed hack)"...

Old Gameboy Advance games can be played with an emulator on the desktop or smartphone. We show you the best emulators for PC and Android here. Gameboy Advance Emulator for the PC The most famous GBA emulator for the PC is the "VisualBoyAdvance". You can find this free of charge in our download area...

The songs on an album usually have the same MP3 tags. We show you how you can edit several songs at once and save a lot of time. MP3tag: Edit multiple song information at once With the free tool "MP3tag" you can edit the ID3 information of your music with just a few clicks. You can even edit several songs at the same time: To do this, start MP3tag on your computer and drag the desired songs into the program window...

You can also add tags to your audio files later, so that you can, for example, sort your music collection better. This practical tip shows you how this works with the freeware "Mp3tag". Edit track information of music files In the picture gallery you will find the individual steps again in pictures...

You cannot open files in the .dlc format using on-board tools. We present two different ways that it works. Tools for opening DLC ​​files DLC stands for "Download Link Container". This container usually hides download links from popular one-click hosters such as Rapidshare or Uploaded.net. Do...

In the Origin client, you can also read your Origin score, among other things. In this practical tip, we explain what these points bring and how you receive them. Origin account: what do the points bring? When you start the Origin client, you will see a score at the top right next to your profile picture...

Thanks to Family Sharing, you can share the games in the family. In this practical tip, we will tell you whether Origin also has this. Family sharing at Origin - is that possible? Unfortunately, Origin does not have such a function for releasing the games. Such a function is currently only available in the Steam program...

To play your Origin games, you first need to redeem the product code. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Redeem Origin Product Code on your browser You can easily redeem your Origin product codes in the browser without a client. Open Origin Account Management. Log in with your email and password...

If you have deleted your hard drive, you can still restore the files after formatting. We show you the individual steps in our instructions. Recover files after formatting - until when is it still possible? If you have completely formatted your hard drive, the chances are poor in most cases. Depending on the formatting, the data is even overwritten several times, so that even real professionals can bite their teeth...

You can also install several ISOs on your USB stick and boot them. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Install the first ISO on the USB stick The easiest way to install multiple ISOs on a USB stick is with the "YUMI" tool. This partitions the USB stick, installs a boot loader and writes the ISO files to the stick: Download the "YUMI" tool from our download page and save the exe file at any location...

With the most important shortcuts for Adobe Premiere Pro, you can work even faster and more comfortably. That is why we have summarized the best shortcuts for you: The most important shortcuts for Adobe Premiere Pro There is practically no function in Adobe Premiere Pro that you cannot access using a shortcut: New title: [Ctrl] + [T] Save project: [Ctrl] + [S] Import: [Ctrl] + [I] Fast forward (recording window): [F] Group: [Ctrl] + [G] Mark in point: [I] / mark out point: [O] Of course, the familiar shortcuts also apply in Premiere Pro: With [Ctrl] + [Z] you can undo your last change; cut with...

Just a few clicks are required to insert text into Apple's iMovie video editing software. Find out in this practical tip. Insert text in iMovie - so it'll work Open the video in iMovie and go to where you want to insert the text. Then, under "Content Library", click "Title" below and choose a template...

With iMovie, video editing works in no time. If the program keeps crashing, you can usually fix it with a few simple steps. Learn how to get the problems under control in this practical tip. iMovie crashes - you can do that In some cases it can help if you delete the iMovie cache folder. You can find this in the installation directory...

Adobe Premiere is a powerful video editing program that lets you rotate videos too. We'll show you how it works. How to rotate a video with Adobe Premiere CS5 Click on the video in the timeline to activate the editing function. Navigate to the "Effects Settings" and expand the "Motion" effect in the "Video Effects" area...

You can easily remove annoying noise with Adobe Premiere. We'll show you how to edit the audio track. Remove sound noise with Adobe Premiere A decent video naturally also includes a noise-free audio track. With Adobe Premiere, you can quickly and easily remove annoying noise: Activate the audio track of your sequence in the editing window...

If you would like to watermark your videos in the "VideoPad" editing software, you can use an image or logo for this. Mark films with watermarks with VideoPad If you share your videos online, you certainly don't want them to be used without authorization. It is best to protect the films with a watermark...

You can also change the format of your video files with the free "VideoPad" tool. We'll show you exactly how it works. How to change the format in VideoPad Not only can you import numerous video formats into VideoPad, you can also change the current codec: To do this, open your video in this format in VideoPad...

With the "VideoPad" program, you can easily add your own or existing subtitles to your video and edit them. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Add and edit subtitles with video pad First download the editing software VideoPad Video Editor. Note that you can use VideoPad for free in a two-week trial period...

With Videopad, creative credits can be created for every film. There is space for all participants, various logos and thanks. We show you how to insert all of this. Create end credits with video pad: contributors, acknowledgments and graphics After downloading the Videopad, you can create your own movie...

In Adobe Premiere Pro you can create your own intro - for example for your website, your YouTube channel or similar. This practical tip shows you how to operate Premiere correctly. Open Premiere, create a project and get started Adobe Premiere is a paid program. You can download a 30-day trial version in our download area...

With the VideoPad Editor you can place 2 videos side by side. You can create this "picture & picture" effect in just a few steps - we will show you how. Select the first video in the timeline. Then, in the toolbar, click the arrow next to Effects> More Video Effects> Motion. In the "Video Effects" window you can now specify the settings for the exact position of the video...

You can also record a small video with the free VideoPad. All you have to do is connect a camera to your computer and off you go. Record your own video clips with VideoPad Open VideoPad and select "Create a new Project" in the middle of the screen. Alternatively, click on "File"> "New Project"...

In VideoPad you can also adjust the volume of the soundtracks. Find out where you can find the function in the program in this article. Adjust the volume of the soundtrack on VideoPad By regulating the sound tracks in the "VideoPad Editor" you can let music run in the background without drowning out your videos...

With the VideoPad Video Editor you can change the speed of videos. Here you will learn which settings you have to make for this. Change video speed - how it works with VideoPad First import the video file into the "VideoPad Video Editor". You can do this by simply dragging the file into the window or by clicking on "File"> "Add File ...

You can now use Lightworks - the editing program for filmmakers - in German. This practical tip shows you how to change the language. Change the language from Lightworks to German So far it has not been possible to change the language of Lightworks, but the manufacturers have been working on it. Now you can finally use the Lightworks interface in German...

Lightworks is a powerful video editing and editing tool that you can use for free on Windows. Slow motion can also be created in just a few simple steps. We show you how to do this. Create slow motion in Lightworks You can quickly set up a slow motion in Lightworks by changing the playback speed of the video: Open Lightworks and import your video clip...

In this tutorial we will show you how to cut a clip in Lightworks. Cut the clip into Lightworks Create a new project and import the video to be edited. Drag the clip from the import window to a free space on the screen. Move the mouse over the video clip and select "Show Timeline". Click on "Toolbox" in the menu on the left and select "Global" under "Playback Controls"...

Changing the format of a video in Adobe Premiere is child's play. We'll show you. Adobe Premiere: Change the format of videos Adobe Premiere usually saves the entire project in its own format. If you want to play the film with a specific player after editing the video, you have to change the format...

With Lightworks, you can not only create video sequences, but also insert numerous effects. We show you how this works in this article. Lightworks: insert effects With the professional video editing program "Lightworks" you have numerous effects at your disposal. For example, you can insert text or soften the footage with the "Gaussian Blur" effect...

With Adobe Premiere you can add a slow motion effect to your videos and play them in slow motion. We show you in our step-by-step instructions and a picture gallery how to use the feature. Paste slow motion into Adobe Premiere Certain moments, such as in sports videos, simply work better in slow motion...

You can easily lighten videos that are too dark. This can be done with a video editing program such as Windows Movie Maker or directly while playing. In this practical tip, we will show you how it works. Start the video with any program. The item "Brightness" should be found in the program settings or options...

Since the last update, you can no longer create animated GIF files directly in Adobe After Effects. We show you how you can still create a GIF graphic with Adobe Photoshop. Step 1: Create a video sequence in "Adobe After Effects" First, you need to create a video composition in Adobe After Effects...

Instead of boring slideshows, you can also create videos from your holiday pictures. With fade effects, comments and background music, the slide evening will be much more interesting. Download the program in our download area and open the file. Follow the instructions of the installation wizard. With the button "Import pictures" you can add the desired pictures to your video...

If you want to merge several M2TS files on your computer, this works with several programs. We present a few options. Windows: Merge several M2TS files If you just want to hang two M2TS files together, you can do it completely without software. Put the two files in a folder beforehand. In this example we use the folder with the path "C: \ Videos"...

In the professional video editing software "Magix Video Deluxe" you can insert texts along with numerous other effects. This will make your clips more appealing. In this article we will tell you how to do this. Magix Video Deluxe: Insert text over video - how it works With the video editing program "Magix Video Deluxe", ambitious filmmakers can cut, design, edit and then export or burn their clips...

In some situations it can make sense to combine several individual MKV files into one file. We present two tools that make it work. Merge MKV files without loss of quality The free MKVToolNix tool merges MKV files without loss of quality and is also easy to use. After installation, do the following: Start "MKVToolNix GUI", for example via the shortcut on the desktop or in the start menu...

With the appropriate image stabilization software, you can edit your videos in no time. In this practical tip, we present an overview of the best programs. 1. Image stabilization software: Pinnacle Studio Features: Pinnacle Studio lets you easily edit HD videos using drag & drop. You can edit up to 6 tracks...

With Avidemux you can create slow motion versions of your videos in just a few steps. We will show you how to do this here. Create a slow motion video with Avidemux Open your video in Avidemux. Click on "Video" in the menu bar and then on "Frame Rate ...". In the new window, make sure that the "Use custom value" check box is set...

If the "-49" error occurs with "iMovie", you cannot export your videos. This is especially the case with larger files. We'll show you how to fix the problem quickly. Fix iMovie error 49: Disable local backup The reason for the error message "-49" is the so-called "Mobile Backup" from Apple's data backup software "Time Machine"...

In iMovie, it's easy to use slow-motion and fast-motion effects to bring more dynamism to videos. We will show you how to do this here. Fast and slow motion in iMovie Do you want to enjoy your dream goal from the last soccer game with the company team in slow motion or do you want to replay a shot of the city center during rush hour...

Without atmospheric music, every film is only half as exciting! This practical tip explains how you can easily add background music to your projects in iMovie. iMovie: Add background music using drag and drop In iMovie, it is child's play to back up your own films with the right background music: You simply drag and drop the desired title into your project ...

iMovie and Final Cut Pro X perform particularly well in comparison among Mac video editing programs. Read here what you should consider when choosing the right program and planning your project. iMovie and Final Cut Pro X in comparison - the most important features While Final Cut Pro X is sold by Apple as a professional video editing program, you can easily create medium-sized projects with iMovie...

In this tutorial, we will show you how to get started in Adobe After Effects so that you can create your first film in the end. After Effects Tutorial: Creating a movie composition At the very beginning you need a basis on which you can later build everything: a composition. This includes all videos that you want to add to the film, including all settings and effects...

With Google Earth you can easily explore the whole world from home. With blurry images, this is no fun. We'll show you what you can do to get the images sharp on Google Earth. General information First, make sure you have the latest version of Google Earth installed. Usually the program keeps itself up to date...

By updating Google Earth, you ensure that you can use all functions of the software. This also closes possible security gaps. You can find out what you need to do in this guide. Update Google Earth to the latest version The Google Updater is usually installed on your system with Google Earth. This automatically searches for program updates in the background and takes them over independently, so you don't have to worry about them...

In the tradition of the California company, some Easter eggs are hidden in Google Earth. We present the top five here. Mars robot Meliza in Google Earth Visit Mars on Google Earth and search for "Meliza" there. You can chat with the robot. Hidden flight in Google Earth Open Google Earth and type "Singapore Grand Prix"...

You can save the current sections in Google Earth as pictures at any time and record your favorite places or routes. You can read how this works in this practical tip. How to save images from Google Earth To save an image from Google Earth on your hard drive, simply press the key combination [Alt] + [S]...

You can have an elevation profile and contour lines displayed in Google Earth - this is useful if you are planning a hike or bike tour. Read how to do this in this guide. Show elevation profile and contour lines in Google Earth So that you can see a height profile and contour lines in Google Earth, you first have to create the route as a new path...

Google Maps not only calculates routes for you, but also shows you the traffic information: traffic jams, slow traffic or free travel? Google knows the hot spots in Germany and Europe and even gives traffic information about local public transport. How to activate traffic information on Google Maps Open Google Maps and choose a route...

If you want to install Debian on your computer, you should first check the system requirements. We will show you whether Debian is running on your PC. Debian system requirements Debian is currently available in version 8 (Jessie). Older versions of Debian usually have slightly lower system requirements...

With Wordpress you can build your blog or an entire homepage. In this practical tip, we will compare three alternatives that will help you stand out from the crowd. 1st alternative: entry-level software "Ghost" The first software alternative to Wordpress is called Ghost and was founded by crowdfunding...

Not only can you keep a diary with pen and paper - there is also downloadable software that you can use to record your experiences and thoughts. Even if you are on the go and have something to report, a download will help you: a free diary app for Android devices. toolittle: Encrypted diary program for the PC "toolittle" is particularly compact: you don't even have to install the program...

If you create an hour calculator in Excel, you can use it to calculate the difference in hours from two times. You have to differentiate between a calculator that takes the date change into account and a simple calculator for times within a day. Excel: Create a simple hourly calculator without changing the date A simple hourly calculator is sufficient to calculate the difference between two times on the same day...

With the Writer from OpenOffice you can create a timetable. In this article we will show you a simple design template. OpenOffice: create a timetable With the free office software "OpenOffice" you can create tables similar to Microsoft Office. Open the program part OpenOffice Writer. The landscape format is best suited for the timetable...

With addons you can expand Kodi as you like. We have put together the 7 best addons for you in this practical tip. These are the 7 best addons for Kodi ARD Media Center: Missed a broadcast on TV? No problem! Thanks to the ARD media library, you can watch the show whenever you want. YouTube: Or would you prefer to watch videos on YouTube in a relaxed manner...

You can also use Chromecast to stream your favorite videos to your TV using the Opera browser. We’ll show you how to set up Chromecast. Set up Chromecast for Opera First, download the Chrome extension for Opera as an add-on. You cannot use Google Cast without this add-on. Now download Google Cast from the Chrome Web Store to transfer content to Chromecast. ...

Would you like to run Firefox in kiosk mode. the software is set up fairly quickly. In this overview, we will show you what options you have. Activate kiosk mode for Firefox Kiosk mode is particularly suitable for public institutions. The user is restricted so that he cannot leave Firefox without a keyboard or password...

If you want to play and save a video in reverse, you can use expensive programs. We show how it works for free. Avidemux: Play video backwards and save Note: Unfortunately, the required function has disappeared in the current version of Avidemux. However, you can install an older version, it works just as well...

Proxtube is a popular tool for Chrome and Firefox to watch blocked YouTube videos in this country too. We present the best alternatives in this article. ZenMate as a Proxtube alternative The German ZenMate project is becoming increasingly popular. The program and browser addon is clear and easy to use...

Firefox has installed the Search Helper Extension in an update, which has a security vulnerability and was thus blocked. However, you cannot remove the add-on as usual using the settings, we have the instructions for you. Remove Search Helper Extension in Firefox You can uninstall the add-on by changing to the directory of the add-on: To do this, go to the "Program Files" or "Programs" using your Explorer...

If you always switch your PC to standby, it will slow down over time. To remedy this, you can have your PC restarted automatically. With Windows task planning, this is done quickly. Restart PC automatically: create batch file First, create a batch file that restarts the computer when it runs. In the next paragraph you will read how to open the batch file at the desired time using the Windows task scheduler...

If you want to make your Chromebook a little more individual, you should change the background image. In this practical tip, we'll tell you how. Switch the background image of the Chromebook Some backgrounds are pre-installed on your Chromebook. You can also set your own pictures as a new background: To do this, switch to the desktop and right-click on an empty space...

Almost every Unix system works with its own desktop environment. You can also install the Gnome desktop on Ubuntu, although the distribution is set to Unity by default. We'll show you how to do this. Install Gnome 3 later on Ubuntu If you only want to use Gnome and no longer Unity, you can also use the Ubuntu Gnome variant...

Facebook messages or WhatsApp chats - with the free "DeskNotifier Free" app you can keep an eye on your Android phone via PC and can even send SMS messages about it. We explain how the tool works. There is now an official PC solution for WhatsApp users. Receive WhatsApp chats on the PC WhatsApp can officially be used via a web interface on the PC...

This guide shows you how to export your bookmarks from Internet Explorer. Export bookmarks from Internet Explorer Please note that these instructions refer to Internet Explorer version 11. Open Internet Explorer and click on the star symbol at the top right of the screen. Use the arrow next to the "Add to favorites" button to open the drop-down menu and select "Import and export"...

If you no longer want to use Internet Explorer on Windows 10, you cannot completely uninstall the browser, but you can deactivate it. We'll show you how to get rid of Internet Explorer like this. Uninstall Internet Explorer on Windows 10 Right-click on the Windows icon in the lower left and select the "Programs and Features"...

This practical tip shows you how to change the download folder in Internet Explorer. Change download folder in IE - how it works In Internet Explorer, click on "Tools - Show Downloads" or use the key combination "CTRL + J". Click the "Options" link. The "Download options" window opens...

If your Internet Explorer suddenly freezes, this may be due to an outdated add-on. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do about it. Windows: Internet Explorer freezes - what to do? Internet Explorer is the standard browser in Windows. If it freezes, you should check the following points: An add-on may be to blame for the browser to freeze...

Only a few steps are necessary to check Internet Explorer for updates. In this guide we show the exact procedure. Check Internet Explorer for possible updates First open Internet Explorer and click on the gear on the top right. Select "Info" in the dropdown menu and compare the version number with the latest version in the CHIP download area...

When you tap in the address bar of the IE, previously visited sites appear for selection - even if you have previously deleted the browsing history. This auto-completion can be turned off - how, read here. Disconnect Internet Explorer from Windows Search The phenomenon results from the very close link between Internet Explorer and Windows search...

In this practical tip, we explain how to save and export your passwords in Internet Explorer. With additional software: save and export passwords in Internet Explorer Download BackRex and install the tool. Start the program "BackRex Internet Explorer Backup" and follow the instructions. Select the "Backup" option...

By default, IE stores downloads on the system hard drive. You can also move the download folder to another drive. Change download location of IE To move the location to another, larger drive, type "% userprofile%" in the address bar of Windows Explorer and press Enter. Right-click on the "Downloads" folder and select the shortcut command "Properties"...

Is your browser version still up to date? We'll show you where to find version information on Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer. Show version information - so it'll work Mozilla Firefox: Click on "Firefox"> "Help"> About Firefox in the top left-hand corner. Internet Explorer: Select the little wheel (shortcut: Alt + X) and open "Info"...

If your homepage on Libero.it has changed or you receive redirects to this website, you should remove the search engine. We'll show you how it works. Step 1: remove Libero.it from Windows Libero.it is adware. Although this is not particularly dangerous, it is annoying in the browser. Among other things, the adware provides annoying pop-ups and redirects to websites...

If the homepage in your browser on Dogpile.com has changed, you should remove the responsible adware directly. We'll show you how it's done. Dogpile.com: Uninstall adware Open the Control Panel and select "Uninstall a program" under "Programs". Look for the entry "Dogpile" in the list and select it...

You can start the web search directly from a search engine from the start menu. For this you have to do a small manipulation in the registry of Windows 7. You can find the exact instructions here. Web search from the start menu - how it works Click on "Start" and under "Programs"> "Search files" write the term "regedit"...

Usually you scroll with the mouse wheel in the active window, even if the mouse pointer is somewhere else. The behavior known under Unix of scrolling in the window directly under the mouse pointer can also be achieved under Windows. Set mouse wheel behavior with KatMouse First download the freeware "KatMouse"...

Jabber is a popular classic among instant messengers, but creating an account is not as easy as the competition. We explain how to do it. Create a Jabber account: choose the right server The problem with Jabber is that there is no longer a central website because Jabber.org - the old heart - is hardly receiving any more support...

If you try to create your own homepage, you will find the terms header and footer. In this practical tip we explain what that is and what you need a header or footer for. Header - the head of a website In the web design, "header" means the header area of ​​an HTML document. This can hide a menu or just an image that represents the website: On the screenshot you can see the header of CHIP Online - it is the red ribbon with different categories. Th...

With TeamViewer you can control other PCs remotely. Read this practical tip to find out what you can do when the service is down. TeamViewer down - what to do? First go to the Allestault.de page and see if there is a problem. If there are many messages from other users, the TeamViewer servers cannot be reached...

The Steam gaming platform often does not connect to the Steam servers. This can have several causes, which you can sometimes fix yourself. Read this practical tip to find out how the connection problems arise and what you can do about them. Reconnect Steam to the server First of all, you should check if the Steam servers are malfunctioning...

Here we explain the differences between the two popular audio and multimedia formats MP3 and MP4. MP3 audio format for music and speech The MP3 format (also: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) is a pure audio format. Compression in this format means that, for example, music or speech can be saved in a space-saving manner, but this is accompanied by a slight loss of sound quality...

If you find the file extension WMA on your computer, these are audio files. We show you what exactly WMA is and how the file format works. Audio Format: What is WMA? WMA is an audio codec. WMA was developed by Microsoft and is a competitor product for the MP3 file format. For the normal user there is no big difference between MP3 and WMA...

Depending on the source material and application, a different sample rate may be optimal for your MP3. Different sampling rates are particularly suitable for music and speech, audio CD and DVD or BluRay. We'll tell you when to use which sample rate. MP3: The ideal sample rate for every application With MP3 and other audio formats, it is important to use the same sampling rate from recording to playback if possible...

We have the best tips for you if you are looking for an unknown song. Because it's pretty annoying when you find a song good, but just don't know the name of the artist and title. With the following tips you should be able to track almost every song. Search for songs while listening The easiest way, of course, is to use software to find the song...

If you want to import a FLAC file into iTunes, this is unfortunately not possible. We'll show you how to play FLAC files with iTunes anyway. iTunes: Import FLAC files indirectly Apple unfortunately does not support FLAC. However, there are 3 ways you can work around the problem: Programs like the Lossless Audio Converter convert FLAC files to Apple's ALAC format...

In this article we explain which format you should use when ripping a CD. CD ripping - this format makes sense It used to be said that you should use MP3 format for ripping CDs to save storage space. Unfortunately, there is always better quality these days, so it is not uncommon to choose a different format...

FLAC files are particularly suitable for music CDs. In this article we will show you how to burn the lossless files to a CD. CDBurnerXP: Burn FLAC files to music CD The free "CDBurnerXP" is a very simple and slim burning program with which you can burn numerous audio formats to CD. This also includes the lossless FLAC container...

Many MP3 players do not support FLAC files. You can easily convert the lossless songs to MP3 format. We show you how it works. Convert FLAC songs to MP3 format The easiest way to convert your FLAC files is with the free "FLAC to MP3 Converter". However, part of the audio quality is inevitably lost...

If you want to improve the quality of MP3s, it is not enough to convert them to another format. Only with complicated restoration can some artifacts of MP3s be reduced somewhat. In this practical tip we explain why the quality of MP3 files can hardly be improved and give you an introduction to the basics of audio restoration...

FLAC and MP3 are common audio formats. We explain your similarities and differences in this practical tip. Similarities between FLAC and MP3 At first glance, FLAC and MP3 have a lot in common: FLAC and MP3 are both audio formats. You can find detailed information on FLAC files in this practical tip. The audio information is compressed in both formats...

Thanks to a free tool, you can automatically rename and tag many MP3 files. Only a few clicks are required for this, as this practical tip shows you. So you can automatically rename and tag MP3 files First download the freeware MusicBrainz Picard and install the tool. After successful installation, start the program on your PC...

In this article, we explain how you can combine several MP3 files without loss. This can be useful, for example, if you want to link the individual chapters of an audio book. Merge MP3 files with mp3DirectCut An easy-to-use program is the freeware "mp3DirectCut", which you can download here...

Just one click is all it takes to download Deezer music as MP3. We show you exactly how this works in this practical tip. Deezer: Music download as MP3 Unfortunately there are currently no free programs that are directly tailored to Deezer. If you don't want to spend money on the project, you can record the songs by hand with Audacity...

If the "Create MP3" button is missing from iTunes, you can restore it in just a few steps. You can find out how to do this in this practical tip. iTunes button "Create MP3" is missing - you can do that First, make sure you have the latest version of iTunes installed on your PC. Then click "Settings"> "Import Settings"...

With iTunes you can also create MP3s if you don't know what to do with the AAC format recommended by iTunes. Create MP3 version in iTunes If you import a CD from your drive into iTunes, it is often converted to AAC format. If you do not want this, you can create MP3 versions of the songs. Start iTunes and select the desired song...

With the VLC Media Player you can not only play audio and music files, but also convert them to MP3 files. You can find out how this works in this practical tip. Convert MP3 file in VLC player First select "Media" in the menu bar and then select "Convert / Save" in the pull-down menu...

You can also convert a VLC media file to MP3 format. We show you how to do this in this practical tip. How to convert a VLC media file to MP3 You can easily change the file format using the "FormatFactory" converter: First download and install the converter. When installing, make sure that unnecessary additional programs are not installed...

If you want to experience pure music enjoyment on the go, you can save the songs on your CD as FLAC files. This practical tip explains how to extract the songs into FLAC format and save them on your hard drive. Convert music CD with Foobar2000 to FLAC format The individual steps can also be found again in the picture gallery...

With the iTunes equalizer you optimize the sound quality of your music. We show you how to activate the feature. Activate music equalizer in iTunes Open iTunes on your computer. Click "Display" and select "Show Equalizer" from the drop-down menu. Activate the equalizer by ticking "On"...

With our best skins for Foobar2000, the otherwise simple-looking music program also convinces optically. Zoobar The minimalist skin "Zoobar" does not require any special features and options. So you can quickly play a song or a playlist without having to click through menus. Thanks to the integrated album covers, Foobar2000 is also very attractive...

On Vimeo you can not only watch numerous music videos, but also download them directly as MP3. We'll show you the options. There are numerous services on the Internet that convert your Vimeo clips online. Good places to go are, for example, ClipConverter.cc or TubGet.com. Simply insert the URL of the desired video into the input mask on the website...

Anyone who buys their music through Amazon cannot avoid the in-house MP3 downloader. However, the storage location can also be changed here. So you can download your purchases directly into the music folder. Change the location of the Amazon MP3 downloader The Amazon downloader saves your purchased MP3s in the "My Music" folder by default...

If you play music with a USB stick on a stereo system or in the car, you know that the order in which the MP3 files are played is completely mixed up. You can prevent this with a few simple tricks. Change play order in Explorer If you don't want to sort your songs into different folders, you can simply number your music: To do this, put a number in front of the name of each MP3 file...

Files are not immediately deleted in Ubuntu either, but are moved to a recycle bin. We show you how to empty it in our practical tip. Empty trash on Ubuntu You can delete the trash in Ubuntu with a simple command in the terminal: Right-click on the desktop and select "Open Terminal". Now enter the command "sudo rm -rf ~ / ...

Apple Mail's handy feature of suggesting previous recipients can quickly become a bug. Delete the suggested email recipients with the following tips. Apple Mail: How to edit previous recipients If you have misspelled the e-mail address or your contact changes address, you can choose from several addresses for a name...

MeinVZ has fewer and fewer users, SchülerVZ has already been closed. We will show you how to delete your meinVZ account. Delete my account By deleting the account, all data such as messages, images and videos are deleted. If you want to delete pictures of other people on whom you are shown or marked, you must report them beforehand....

The following practical tip shows you how to delete a file under Linux. Delete files in Linux via the terminal As an alternative to the traditional method, right-click> "Move to trash", you can delete your files directly from the console. Open the console with the key combination [Ctrl] + [Alt] + [T] or enter "Terminal" in the search bar...

If you write a long work with OpenOffice, you often need a list of abbreviations. We show you how to do this in this article. Create a list of abbreviations in OpenOffice There are various options that you can use to create a list of abbreviations in OpenOffice. However, if you use the Office database Base, you can later use the abbreviation list in other texts...

If the message "Not assigned" appears on the USB stick, you cannot use it for the time being. In this practical tip, we will show you how you can assign the stick to the storage space. USB stick not assigned - this will solve the problem First open the Control Panel on your system and select "Administrative Tools"...

If you make a USB stick bootable with Linux, you always have an operating system in your pocket. You can use it, for example, to repair crashed computers or clean virus-infected computers. This practical tip shows you how to create a bootable USB medium with a Linux distribution. Create bootable USB stick with Linux distribution Fortunately, there are a number of tools available to create a bootable USB stick with Linux...

In this practical tip we will show you how to create an autorun file on your USB stick. The data carrier starts a program as soon as you connect it to your computer. Start programs automatically with AutoRunnerX from USB stick For security reasons, programs can no longer be started automatically from a USB stick using AutoRun...

In this practical tip, we explain how to format a USB stick in the Linux distribution Ubuntu. In contrast to Windows, this does not simply work by right-clicking on the corresponding medium. How to format a USB stick in Ubuntu If you want to create a live USB stick via Unetbootin, you have to convert the medium to Fat32 format...

When you insert a USB stick, Windows usually shows that you can use the drive for Windows Readyboost. In this practical tip, we will explain what that really is. Faster with cache: Windows Readyboost Normal hard drives have a high access time compared to flash memories. Readyboost extends the cache of the hard disk by the storage space that is available, for example, with a USB stick...

Users should immediately decrypt their TrueCrypt hard drives again, as the end of TrueCrypt was announced in May 2014. We show the individual steps in these instructions. Decrypt the TrueCrypt hard drive TrueCrypt is said to have significant security deficiencies, the exact circumstances are currently unknown...

TrueCrypt has a number of shortcomings, which is why we present the best encryption alternatives for your security here. AxCrypt: TrueCrypt alternative for encrypting individual files and folders Like Truecrypt, AxCrypt uses an AES algorithm for encryption. The integration in Windows Explorer makes encryption very easy...

Encryption is important - but Bitlocker isn't the only option you have. We present three alternatives to the Windows hard drive encryption program. Bitlocker alternative # 1: The TrueCrypt descendant VeraCrypt The extremely popular TrueCrypt is no longer developed by its creators, but based on it, VeraCrypt is a worthy alternative to TrueCrypt and Bitlocker...

If you encrypt a single partition on a USB stick, you can use the remaining storage space as normal anywhere. Everything you need is a practical tool: Encrypt partitions on the USB stick A USB stick is ideal for backing up important data and documents. To best protect your privacy, you can encrypt a single partition on the stick...

For security, you should use a firewall on Debian. Find out how this works in this practical tip. Setting up a firewall in Debian - how it works Log in to Debian as administrator and open the terminal. Enter the command "nano /etc/iptables.firewall.rules" to activate the firewall. Insert commands and rules This file is still empty...

We show you how you can encrypt files, archives and even partitions easily and free of charge. TrueCrypt: encrypt files and everything else With TrueCrypt you can not only encrypt individual files, but also entire partitions, hard drives and USB sticks. The program creates virtual drives that are encrypted with 128, 256 or 448 bit keys and can only be opened with the password you have set...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to delete viruses from quarantine in AntiVir. You can either completely remove the malware or restore harmless files. How to delete quarantine viruses from AntiVir Open the "AntiVir" program. Go to "Quarantine" in the menu bar on the left under "Administration"...

This practical tip shows you how you can temporarily deactivate the Avast firewall. To disable the Avast firewall: The Avast firewall is only included in the paid version. Open "Avast Internet Security". Click on the "Settings" tab in the lower left menu and select the "Active protection" option...

Avast always reports "Your virus database has been updated" after each update. We'll show you how to turn off the notification. Disable Avast notification: Your virus database has been updated Click the Avast icon in the lower right corner of the taskbar to start the virus protection program...

If the message "Activate Avira Desktop" appears on your computer, there is no need to hide a malicious program behind it. In this practical tip, we explain how to fix the error message. Activate Avira Desktop - so you get the message away Check whether Avira virus protection is activated. You can recognize this by the umbrella symbol at the bottom of your task bar...

Avira browser protection is one of the premium features of the paid virus protection software. He already marks dubious websites in the Google search that most likely contain viruses. We'll show you how to activate the useful tool. How to activate Avira browser protection Open Avira Antivirus: In the "Internet Security" field you will find the "Browser protection" option, which you can (de) activate with one click...

Set up the "Kaspersky Internet Security" virus protection software, and you will find the "Secure payments" section. This is about making your online banking as secure as possible and preventing the loss of confidential data. For this purpose, Kaspersky creates additional protection and checks the authenticity of the certificates of the websites visited...

You can also log in to Google Drive with your Google account. In this article you can find out what you can do with login problems and where they can come from. Login problems with Google Drive: You can do that First, check that you have a working internet connection. On smartphones and tablets in particular, you should check whether you are in a WLAN or in a place with good mobile internet reception...

Changes are automatically saved in Google Drive, but you can quickly undo them. You can find out exactly what you need to do in this article. Google Drive: Undo changes in documents There are 2 simple ways you can undo changes in Google Drive: In a document, presentation, or spreadsheet, click the Undo arrow...

You should always update it so that your TomTom navigation system is up to date. If the update does not work, there can be various reasons. In this practical tip, we will show you how to solve the problem. TomTom update does not work - so you solve the problem You need the latest version of Mydrive Connect to be able to carry out the update on your navigation system...

If your TomTom navigation device stops responding, a complete reset usually helps. We'll explain how to reset your device. Reset satnavs from TomTom Before you reset your navigation system, you should make sure that it is fully charged. It is best to connect the device to an electrical outlet for at least two hours and pay attention to the charging lamp...

You need good GPS navigation, especially on vacation or when traveling. This practical tip shows you how to install new maps on your TomTom. Install new maps on the TomTom: models NAV1 and NAV2 Note: For safety reasons, you should back up the device using Windows Explorer before starting. First connect your navigation device to the PC...

If you want to break away from the data giant Google, you can use alternatives such as Bing Maps. In this practical tip, we will tell you whether the service is also free of charge. Is Bing Maps Really Free? All information Although most users use Google Maps, there are numerous alternatives with different approaches...

You can now use a route planner in Bing Maps. In this practical tip, we will tell you exactly how the tool works. Route planner at Bing Maps - how it works First open the Bing website in your browser. To the right of the search field you will find the entry "Route Planner". Click on it. On the left-hand side, enter the start location in the upper field and the destination in the lower field...

If you participate in the TomTom community, you can correct map errors and receive corrections from other users. We'll tell you what you need to set up for this. Report a map error to TomTom To submit map errors to TomTom, you need to join the community: Open the main menu and use the arrow keys to navigate to "My device and me"...

This practical tip shows you how to update your Navigon navigation system. Prerequisite for a Navigon update First of all you need the free program Navigon Fresh. You can use it to automatically update your navigation device or buy upgrades. You also get access to the Navigon Fresh Shop. How to update with Navigon Fresh: 1...

This guide shows you how to open a PDF file in the browser - for Chrome and Firefox as well as for Internet Explorer. Open PDF in Chrome A PDF reader is pre-installed in the factory in Chrome, which you can use to open PDF documents in the Chrome browser. If this is deactivated, you can activate it under the URL chrome: // plugins /...

In this practical tip, we will explain how to withdraw your credit in Skype. Cash out Skype credit - you have to do that Register here with your user data on the Skype website. Select the Help topic "Payments" and then select the "Reimbursement requests" problem. Now click on "continue"...

If you want to create your own logo, you need not only creativity, but also the right program. We present the best to you. Design the logo with Google drawings If you have a Google account, you have a suitable tool with which you can create your own logo: To do this, create a "Google drawing" on Google Drive...

If you get the error "The user profile directory cannot be opened" with the Opera browser, this can be due to various reasons. In this practical tip we will tell you what you can do about it. Opera: User profile directory cannot be opened This error occurs when you start Opera but do not have sufficient permissions...

If you want to make your Steam profile visible to others, you have to make it public. We'll show you how it's done. Make your stream profile public Start Steam and log in to your account. Click on your user name above and select your profile on the right. In the upper right corner you will find the "Edit profile" button...

You can search multiple PDFs to find them in your digital archives and libraries. We'll show you how it works with the most used PDF viewers. Search multiple PDFs with Adobe Reader With the free Adobe Reader and Adobe Acrobat (available as a demo on CHIP Online) from CHIP Online, you can easily search several PDF files for keywords: Press the key combination [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [F]...

The Tinder dating app can be used not only on smartphones, but also on the PC. This works with the Bluestacks software. You can find all information on installation in this practical tip. Use Tinder with bluestacks - how it works Install the free tool Bluestacks on your PC and start it. Before you can install new apps, you must first sign in with your Google username and password...

With the alternative presentation software Prezi you can create templates for your screen slides. This saves you work and gives your slides a high recognition value. You can read how to create such Prezi templates in this practical tip. Create templates for your own Prezi topics Presentations gain recognition due to uniform specifications for fonts and graphic elements...

Those who deal with presentation programs will often come across the term "Prezi". We explain what "Prezi" is in this practical tip. What is Prezi? Prezi is now one of PowerPoints' biggest competitors and is becoming increasingly popular. Prezi is - like PowerPoint - a presentation program...

The Prezi software offers numerous tools with which you can create impressive presentations. In this practical tip, we explain how you can print your finished projects. Save and print Prezi as a PDF file If you want to print a presentation in Prezi, you must first download it as a PDF file. Log in to the Prezi homepage with your data...

You can watch presentations by PowerPoint competitor Prezi online and do not have to install the software. We show you how to do this. Watch a foreign Prezi presentation online - how it works So that friends or colleagues can view your presentation, it must be shared by email: Log in to your Prezi account and call up the presentation...

With the web-based PowerPoint alternative "Prezi" you can create your resume as a stylish timeline. You can find out how to do this in this practical tip. Prezi: Timeline CV with "Prezumé" With "Prezumé" Prezi provides various presentations in which you can insert your CV. ...

If you want to work as quickly and productively as possible in Outlook, you can create quick blocks and then use them. We'll show you how it's done. Create and use quick components in Outlook Start Outlook and open a new mail. You can either use the "New" button or the "Ctrl" + "N" key combination...

This guide shows you how to edit a header in LibreOffice. Edit header in LibreOffice First insert a header into the document in LibreOffice using the "Insert" button at the top of the screen. To edit the header, select "Page" under "Format". Click on the "Header" tab...

If you are bothered by Dropbox's desktop notifications, you can simply turn them off. We'll show you how it works. Dropbox: Turn off desktop notifications Right-click the Dropbox icon in the task list. Click the gear icon at the top right. Choose "Settings". Stay in the "General" tab...

With additional programs, you can easily split PDF files. This practical guide shows you which software is suitable for this and how to proceed in detail. Split PDF files with PDFsam With the freeware "PDFsam" you can rotate, merge and split PDFs. That's how it's done: After installation, open PDFsam and click on "Share" under Plugins on the left...

If you want to calculate the date difference in OpenOffice tables, we show you in this practical tip how to do it. Calculate date difference in OpenOffice If you want to display the difference in days, you have to subtract the end date from the start date. Openoffice usually recognizes the numbers automatically as "date", otherwise you can correct them with a right click> "Format cells"...

If an error is displayed during the Nvidia driver installation, the setup cannot be installed. Find out in this practical tip how you can still get the graphics card driver installed. Nvidia: driver error during installation - what to do? Make sure that you have downloaded the correct driver for your graphics card and system...

With a few commands you have installed the nVidia driver under Linux Fedora. In this practical tip, we will show you how it works and what you have to watch out for. Linux Fedora: Install nVidia drivers - how it works First download the correct version of the nVidea driver. First of all you have to deactivate the Nouveau free nvidia driver...

If you want to establish a connection between the USB and RS232 connection, you must first install the driver for the USB Serial Converter. In this practical tip we will show you how. Instructions: Install driver for USB Serial Converter At best, you have the driver on CD or as an EXE file on your computer...

So that you always get the best graphics, you should always update your nVidia drivers. If this cannot be installed, this error can usually be quickly rectified with just a few simple steps. We show you how to do this in this practical tip. nVidia driver could not be installed - what to do? Make sure you are using the correct driver for your system and graphics card...

If the driver for the iPhone causes problems, you can easily reinstall it. In this guide, we show you exactly how to do this. How to reinstall the iPhone driver Go to "Control Panel"> "Device Manager". Click on the small "+" next to "USB controller" to display the list of connected USB devices...

With Shadowplay from Geforce Experience, you can record your gaming sessions with ease. You can then share these records with friends, family, or the Internet. You can find out how to proceed with the admission in our article. Shadowplay from Geforce Experience: how to start the first recording Latest videos First, update your drivers so that Shadowplay can record properly...

It is actually not possible to install Windows drivers on Ubuntu. In one case it works. With the "NdisWrapper" tool you can use the Windows drivers of your WLAN card to make them run on Ubuntu. We'll also show you another trick on how to use devices with Windows drivers on a Linux system...

Your Chrome bookmarks can be easily synced with the Opera browser. Here's how to do it. Google Chrome: Sync bookmarks with Opera A small tool can help you synchronize bookmarks: Download the required Transmute tool from our download portal and install it. Once the installation is complete, you can open it...

If you want to sync the Opera browser with Chrome, it's pretty easy. This practical tip tells you exactly how to do this. Sync Opera with Google Chrome - you have to do that First of all you need the free tool Transmute. This allows you to synchronize the bookmarks between the two browsers. After starting the program, select the Opera browser above...

You can also use the BitTorrent Sync tool on your Linux computer. We show you how it works. Install BitTorrent Sync on Linux This manual describes the manual installation. Depending on the Linux distribution used, you can also install BitTorrent Sync using a built-in package manager. The first thing to do is download the package from the BitTorrent Sync website...

With Amazon's new Whispersync for Voice service, you can sync eBooks and audio books. So you keep listening from where you left off and vice versa. We'll show you what you need to know about the service and how to activate it. Amazon WhisperSync for Voice: How the service works With Whispersync for Voice, Audible and Amazon are now working hand in hand: On the following website you will find a selection of various books that are compatible with Whispersync for Voice...

If you find the Crossrider toolbar in your browser, you should remove it immediately. Although this is not a virus, the toolbar does cause minor damage. Uninstall Crossrider: Open the Control Panel and sort the list of installed programs by the installation date. Remove the entry "Crossrider Toolbar" as well as all new additions...

If the start page of your browser on Only-Search.com has changed, you should remove the adware immediately. In this guide, we will show you how this works. Step 1: Remove Only-Search.com from Windows Only-Search.com is relatively harmless adware. Among other things, this changes your home page and your search engine...

If you still want to install the Avira Toolbar afterwards, you will not find what you are looking for in a download. We'll show you how it's done. Install Avira Toolbar The Avira Webguard is part of the anti-virus solutions from Avira, such as the Avira Free Antivirus. You cannot simply download and install the toolbar...

The Funmoods toolbar stores your data to encourage you to buy various products with advertising banners. Removing the toolbar is sometimes not easy. We show you how it works. How to remove the Funmoods toolbar from your browser You can remove toolbars either directly in your browser using "Add-ons" in Firefox or "Tools" in Google Chrome...

The "Linkury Smartbar" sorts your search results - but Google does it automatically. Uninstalling the tool completely is not that easy with all browsers. We show you how it works. Remove Linkury Smartbar from Control Panel: The universal solution for a complete deinstallation is the control panel...

You can also change the page format in an InDesign document later. For example, you can switch from portrait to landscape format or to a completely different page size. Change the page format in InDesign documents If you want to change the page format in an existing InDesign document, proceed as follows: Click on "File"> "Document Setup ...

In Adobe InDesign, you can align text with the baseline grid to arrange text at regular intervals. This will make your work easier if the lines of double pages should start at the same height. This guide shows you how to align the text with the baseline grid in Adobe InDesign. Align text to baseline grid: How it works in Adobe InDesign To align text with the baseline grid, you must select the text tool and switch to paragraph formatting...

If you would like to change the column width of a text page in Adobe InDesign documents, we will be happy to help you. In our instructions, we show step by step where you can find the settings and how to proceed. Change column width in InDesign documents If you divide a page into several columns in InDesign, you will receive guidelines that are automatically blocked...

If you want to create a page in landscape in InDesign, you can align the page in different ways. We'll show you how to create an InDesign document in landscape format or how to align a page later. Create an InDesign document in landscape format Start Adobe InDesign and follow these steps to create one or more pages in landscape format: Click on "File"> "New"> "Document" in the top menu bar...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to activate multiple languages ​​in the OpenOffice spell checker. OpenOffice: Check and install languages Before you make the settings, first check which languages ​​are installed in OpenOffice: Open OpenOffice and click on "Settings". Select "Extension Manager" from the menu. Here y...

If you want to convert the content of a scanned PDF document into text, you can do this with Foxit Reader via OCR. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly how to do this. Foxit Reader: Convert PDF to text with OCR - so it'll work Open Foxit Reader as usual and click on "File"> "Open" above...

This practical tip shows you how to copy and paste text in the Linux console. Copy and paste text - how it works To copy the selected text from the console, press the key combination [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [C]. Use the key combination [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [V] to insert a text at the position of the cursor (pointer)...

You can also read texts from the Internet with your Amazon Kindle on the eReader. In this practical tip, we will tell you which tool this works with. Read web texts on Kindle With the free Send to Kindle tool you can send texts to your reader. This tool exists in different versions for PC, Mac and Android devices as well as a plug-in for the Google Chrome browser: With [[//www...

With the "Nexus Mod Manager" you download the user extensions on "Nexus Mods" to games like "Skyrim", "Fallout 3" or "Dark Souls" and integrate them conveniently. We'll tell you how the game tool works. "Nexus Mod Manager": Download and install the game tool First, register on the Nexus website...

Do you get an error message when unzipping an archive with WinRar that there is not enough space, even though there is enough free space on your hard disk? We will help you further. Possibility 1: There is not enough space for temporary files If you unpack files with Drag & Drop with WinRar, they are initially stored temporarily in another directory and then moved to the desired location...

Sometimes it happens that Google's Chrome browser does not recognize the Chromecast streaming stick. Then a "secret" setting may fix the problem. However, it is deeply hidden in Chrome’s experimental options. "No cast recipients found" - you can do that If you click on the cast extension or the "Stream" menu item in Chrome and the error message "No cast recipients found" shown in the image appears, you should first follow the instructions in this practical tip. ...

Especially in companies, you often come across the software Lotus Notes. We explain what it is and how the program works. Lotus Notes: What can the software do? Lotus Notes is used both in Germany and internationally by numerous large and small companies. Since the beginning of 2013, however, the software has been called "IBM Notes"...

If you have a problem with Silverlight or you accidentally received it through a Windows update, you can simply uninstall it. Our instructions will help you with this. Uninstall Microsoft Silverlight The fastest way to install is using Microsoft's Fix-It tool for Silverlight. Simply run the downloaded file and follow the further steps...

Many functions and programs are executed on the PC with Java. If you get the Java error code 1618, something is wrong when installing the tool. You can find out what this can be and how to fix this problem in this practical tip. Java Error 1618 - how to fix the problem The Java error code 1618 says that in addition to the Java setup, another setup is running in parallel...

If you want to format the hard drive from your computer as securely as possible, you can do it with Knoppix and the tool GParted. In our step-by-step instructions, we show you exactly how to do this. Format hard disk with Knoppix On Windows, Mac OS, Linux and Co. you can format all partitions on a hard disk, but not the hard disk on which the operating system is currently running...

FAT 16 is now almost extinct, but you can still format old USB sticks, SD cards and hard drives with the file system. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do it. Format USB, SD and hard disk to FAT 16 The successor FAT 32 was already introduced with Windows 95. FAT 16 remains active, but with some restrictions...

If you display the formatting characters in OpenOffice, you can edit the layout better in OpenOffice. We show you how to show or hide the formatting characters here. OpenOffice: Show and hide formatting characters In OpenOffice, the formatting character is also called control character. This is similar to an inverted P or the pi sign...

If you lack hard disk space, it is usually several gigabytes. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Hard disk space missing: How to check it If you press the [Windows] + [E] keys at the same time, the Explorer opens. Right click on your hard drive and select "Properties". Here you can see the free, used and total hard disk space...

With the useful tool wowmatrix you can always keep your AddOns for World of Warcraft up to date. The program is free and available for all major platforms. Regardless of whether you play on Windows, Mac or Linux, wowmatrix simply takes care of updating your add-ons. Keep the World of Warcraft AddOns up to date with wowmatrix Setting up wowmatrix is ​​not complicated. Do...

With the right helicopter simulation you can also take off on the PC. In this practical tip we have summarized the best PC programs for you. 1. Helicopter simulation: X-Plane Simulation: With X-Plane you not only fly helicopters, but mainly airplanes and jets. Flight behavior: In contrast to other simulators, the X-Plane convinces with a very good and realistic flight behavior...

In this practical tip we explain how you can set a countdown in OBS. OBS: Set countdown If you have not yet installed the program, you can download OBS from our download portal. Then start the tool and do the following: Press the "Tools (T)" tab in OBS and click on "Output timer"...

In this article we show you whether you should use Teamspeak or Skype to gamble. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. Read on to find out more. Teamspeak vs. Skype - This is what distinguishes Teamspeak Teamspeak is the most popular VoIP gaming program. The good voice quality and useful features bring you and your colleagues a significant advantage while playing...

Your PS3 carries out automatic updates in the standard settings. In this practical tip we will show you how you can deactivate this. Disable automatic updates on the PS3 Navigate to "Settings" in the main menu of the PS3. In the list you will find the item "System settings". Confirm with [X]...

If you want to print an SMS history from your Windows Phone, you unfortunately have to take a detour. We show you in our practical tip what options you have. Windows Phone: Save SMS history If you are concerned that your SMS history will be lost, you can activate SMS backup. If you reset or lose your phone, your SMS histories will be restored the next time you log in with your Windows account on a Windows Phone...

If you want to restore deleted contacts on Windows Phone, your Microsoft account will help you. Deleted contacts are saved there for 30 days. We show you in our practical tip how to restore it. Recover deleted contacts on Windows Phone You cannot restore contacts directly from Windows Phone. However, contacts are synchronized with Outlook...

Kodi is a powerful media player. If you no longer need it, we will show you how to uninstall the player here. Uninstall Kodi on Fire TV Uninstalling is very easy on the Fire TV. First go to Settings on the Fire TV. Go to the "Applications" tab and then to "Manage installed applications"...

If a Discord server you have created is no longer to be used, you can easily delete it. You can read how to do this in this practical tip. How to delete a Discord server Within Discord, right-click the icon of the server you want to delete. In the context menu, select the entry "Server Settings" and then "Overview"...

If your images look very different from those printed on a Mac, you should calibrate your screen. We show you how to do this in this guide. Color adjustment via the system settings On the Mac, calibrate the monitor using System Preferences. A practical assistant will help you with this. Click Apple> System Preferences...

WhatsApp is available for Android, Windows Phone, iOS - even Messenger has been running in the browser for some time. Unfortunately, users of Bada OS, Samsung's own operating system, do not enjoy WhatsApp. In this practical tip, we clarify why and how much of some promises can be kept on the Internet...

If you set up your email account on your Blackberry smartphone, you can check the latest emails at any time. This practical tip explains how to set up e-mails on the device. You can then easily read and write e-mails from your mobile phone. Set up email on your BlackBerry - you have to do that With these instructions, you have set up the emails on your Blackberry smartphone in just a few steps: On the home page of your smartphone, tap "All" to get an overview of all your apps...

As a dyslexic, you can make reading easier with a special font. This can be easily used on various devices and browsers - how it works. Font for dyslexics: "Open Dyslexic" The letters of the special font "Open Dislexic" (free and open source) are easier to recognize for dyslexics...

For security reasons, you should regularly change your standard PIN on the Blackberry. We show you the individual steps. Blackberry: Change PIN for SIM card On the home screen of your smartphone, tap the "Options" entry. Under "Device" then select "Advanced system settings"...

If you want to stop using some apps on your Blackberry, you can simply delete them. We'll show you how it's done. Delete apps on the BlackBerry Note: Depending on the version of Blackberry, you need one of the following two instructions. Find the app you want and hold your finger on the app. Wait until the app starts to flash and confirm the process with the trash can icon...

If your Blackberry no longer works properly, you should reset the device to the factory settings. We show you how to do this. Reset Blackberry to factory settings Before you reset your Blackberry, you should make a backup. Then go to the home page of the Blackberry and select the "Settings"...

If you want to play your own music on the PS4, you only need a USB stick. We'll show you how to proceed. PlayStation 4: Play your own music As an alternative to the following instructions, you can also use the Spotify streaming service. This practical tip shows you how to set up Spotify on the PS4...

With moving background images you can design your PC or smartphone not only more diversely but also extremely individually. We'll show you where to find the best animated wallpapers to download. Android: Animated wallpapers as live wallpapers Unlike the iPhone, most Android smartphones support moving wallpapers...

In iTunes, you can use multiple Apple devices with one account. So you don't have to create two accounts for iPad and iPhone. We'll tell you exactly how to do this. Use multiple Apple devices with one Apple ID You can use up to 10 Apple devices with one Apple ID: Log in as usual with your Apple ID on your iPhone or iPad...

If you have persistent problems with your iPhone, it often helps to re-set the iOS device. It's easy with iTunes: you can either import a backup or - if that doesn't help - reset your iPhone to the factory settings. 1st possibility: Set up iPhone again via iTunes When restarting, the iPhone is reset to the factory settings, the operating system (iOS) is reloaded and - if desired - you can immediately restore your backup to the device...

If you link your Microsoft Office 365 account with your Skype account, you will receive 60 free minutes for worldwide Skape calls. Link Microsoft Office to Skype Log in to Microsoft online with your live account. In the "Services and Products" section you will find the Skype button, which you can use to activate the Skype package...

If iTunes keeps bothering you with update messages, you should deactivate the automatic updates. We'll show you how it's done. iTunes: Disable automatic updates Start iTunes, click on the menu button at the top left and select "Settings". Alternatively, you can use the shortcut "Ctrl" and ", "...

If you would like to transfer the license from G Data, only a few steps are necessary. Find out exactly how to do this in this practical tip. How to transfer the license from G Data Download the antivirus program on the other PC and install it there. After installation, open G Data Suite and click on the "Activate full version" button...

This practical tip shows you how to delete the search history in the Google Chrome browser. Clear search history in Google Chrome Follow these steps: In the Google Chrome browser, select the menu icon at the top right. Click on "Settings". Select "History" at the top in the left side menu...

The CCleaner is one of the most popular system cleaners for Windows. If the tool crashes, this can have various causes. We'll show you how to fix it. CCleaner crashes - How to solve the problem You should make sure in advance that you are using the latest version of the CCleaner. You can see the current version number in the upper left corner of the program window...

When creating new PDF files with PDFCreator, several documents can also be combined. In this practical tip you will read exactly how to do this. PDFCreator: Merge PDFs - how it works PDFCreator installs a new virtual printer on your PC, with which you can create new PDF files from almost any application...

If your iTunes songs have a gray background, there can be various reasons. In this guide, we show you what you can do in such a case. All iTunes songs have a gray background If all iTunes songs are grayed out, you can no longer play them. Usually the reason is synchronization. Start iTunes. Click "iTunes" on Mac OS or "Edit" on Windows...

Programs like Thunderbird collect tons of data, so the memory is quickly full. We show you several ways to quickly free up storage space. Here's what you can do: free up space on Thunderbird With just a few clicks you can delete old emails in Thunderbird, for example, and thus free up memory. Note: This practical tip is based on Microsoft Windows 7 and Mozilla Thunderbird 31...

With the help of the Bluestacks software, you can also use the obese instant messenger Snapchat on a PC. In this practical tip you will find detailed instructions for installation. Bluestacks: use Snapchat on PC - how it works Download and install the free Bluestacks software on your PC. Open bluestacks...

In this practical tip, we will show you what to do if Steam freezes and displays the error message "No feedback". Steam doesn't respond: you can First of all, you should always end the program via the Task Manager and start it again. In this case, end the "Steam.exe" process. If the error still occurs, you should reinstall Steam...

It's quick to make an MP3 song louder. We'll show you how to edit an MP3 file to hear your favorite song even louder. MP3: Make the song louder with MP3 gain With a simple program you can increase the volume of one or more MP3 files. Download the MP3 Gain program. Open the tool and click "Add files"...

MKV files take up a lot of space. In this article we will show you how to shrink the files. Freemake Video Converter: Shrink MKV files The Freemake Video Converter is a very slim and easy-to-use tool that can also cope with numerous formats. For example, you can change the image size and bit rate for the MKV container...

Not only can you use your cell phone as an alarm clock, you can also use your laptop as an alarm clock. We show you in this practical tip. Laptop as an alarm clock: you have to consider that The most important thing about an alarm clock is punctuality and reliability. In order for you to be able to use your laptop as an alarm clock, you have to make sure that your notebook does not switch off or hibernate...

Recorded videos are often too quiet. In this article we will show you how to make the soundtrack of a video sequence louder. Avidemux: Make videos louder The free video editing program Avidemux supports numerous formats and comes with some filters. With the tool you can edit the video and audio output separately...

Some mobile phones only save backups as a VMG file. We'll show you how to open this data. Open VMG files with a special tool To open VMG files on your PC you need the program "ABC Amber Nokia Converter". Simply download the program and then install it. After that you have to open the program...

You can count your mouse clicks with various tools. We'll show you which one works. Count mouse clicks with mousometer To automatically count mouse clicks, you can use the "Mousometer" software. This not only counts the "mouse distance", but also automatically all clicks made...

In this practical tip we show you how the update of the remote desktop software TeamViewer works on your own computer and on remote-controlled computers. Update TeamViewer on your own PC As soon as an update is available for TeamViewer, an additional arrow symbol appears at the end of the menu bar. If you click on this, you will see an overview of the newer program versions available...

If you want to mirror a video, you can do it in just a few steps. We show you how it works. Free Video Flip and Rotate: Mirror Videos Download and install the free tool "Free Video Flip and Rotate". When installing, make sure that you select "Custom installation" and deactivate all additional offers...

To protect your PDF, you can insert a watermark with Foxit Reader. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Insert watermark in Foxit Reader - so it'll work Start the program as usual and open the PDF document that you want to watermark. Select "PDF signature" above and click on the green "+" symbol...

In order for your eBook to be successful, you should create an attractive cover. In this practical tip, we will tell you what is important. Create covers for your eBook - that's what matters On the boxshot.com website you can create your book cover without a program. Simply indicate which pictures should be used on the front, back and on the edge of the book...

You can optimize the brightness and contrast of PDF documents. In this practical tip, we explain how you can make the settings with an image editing program. Image processing programs optimize the brightness and contrast of PDF documents Open your PDF document, for example in Gimp. Then click on "Colors" in the Gimp menu bar and there on "Brightness / Contrast"...

If you find an SLP file on your computer or receive it by email, you cannot easily open the file with Windows. We'll show you how it works anyway. Open the SLP file on the computer SLP files mostly belong to the Windows system or are contained in installation archives. Lay people should rather not venture to the file...

If you have already read an email, you can also mark it as read in Thunderbird. This is particularly useful if you have already checked your emails on the go with your smartphone. Thunderbird: Mark emails as read Click on the relevant mail with the mouse or select several messages by holding the [Ctrl] key...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to hide Steam games in your library. Steam library: hide games To hide games in the Steam library, follow the steps below. Start Steam and open your library. Right click on the game on the left and select "Edit Categories". Then check the box in front of "Hide this game in my library" (see screenshot)...

This guide shows you what to do if Avira AntiVir reports "no feedback". You can do that: AntiVir does not give any feedback Malware may prevent AntiVir from running. Switch off Avira AntiVir briefly in the settings. Download and install the Malwarebytes Anti Malware tool. Then run a check with the program...

If you want to start directly in your library on Steam, you have to change the start window. We'll show you where to make these settings. Change Steam startup window Open Steam on your computer. Click on the "Steam" -> "Settings" tab. Now click on "Surface" in the bar...

If you receive the error message "Authentication rejected" in the TeamViewer program, you can quickly remove it with just a few clicks. We have all the information in this practical tip for you. "Authentication rejected" error in TeamViewer - what to do? Make sure you are connecting to the correct computer and using the correct ID...

You can also easily set up an OpenVPN server under Ubuntu. In this practical tip we will show you how. Set up OpenVPN server on Ubuntu - so it'll work First carry out an update of your server with "sudo apt-get update" before you then download the necessary server files with "sudo apt-get install openvpn easy-rsa"...

WinRAR is available as a free trial version that can be used for an unlimited period of time. We explain to you why the manufacturers have no limitation and whether you can really use the trial version forever. The trial version of WinRAR is only valid for 40 days The manufacturer of the WinRAR program offers a free trial version that can be used for 40 days...

You can also set up your own Nextcloud on your Ubuntu server. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Set up Nextcloud on Ubuntu - so go ahead Go to this page and copy the link of the latest version. Make sure it is a ".tar.bz2" archive. Connect to your server via SSH and change to the temporary directory with "cd / tmp"...

With the VLC Player, you can not only play local videos and streams, but also play YouTube playlists. We'll show you step by step how to do this in this practical tip. VLC Player: Install add-on for YouTube playlists In order for the VLC Player to play YouTube playlists, it must be equipped with an additional add-on...

If you no longer want to use the Malwarebytes Anti Malware program, you can uninstall it. We'll show you how to do it. Uninstall Malwarebytes Anti Malware completely Open the control panel. Then, under the "Programs" category, click the "Uninstall a program" option. Now look for "Malwarebytes Anti-Malware" in the list of installed programs...

If a new version of DirectX is available, you should definitely update the tool. We show you how to do this. Update DirectX - this is how you proceed Open the following link to download the DirectX web installer. Click on the "Download" button on the right and scroll down to the bottom on the following page...

If you no longer want to use the ThreatFire program, you can uninstall it. We'll show you how it's done. Uninstall ThreatFire completely First open the Control Panel. Under the "Programs" category, click the "Uninstall a program" option. You will now see an alphabetically sorted list of all programs...

Only a few steps are required to set up a proxy in Eclipse. So that you don't have to think long, we have created a simple step-by-step guide on this page. Setting up a proxy in Eclipse - Instructions Start Eclipse as usual and go to "Settings". Select the "Network Connections" option on the left and select the "HTTP" entry...

If you get the error "Bink2w64.dll missing" while running a program, you can usually fix it quickly. In this practical tip, we will show you what you can do about it. Bink2w64.dll is missing - you can do that Make sure that you have installed the latest version of the respective program. You should always install available updates immediately to avoid this error...

You have to start your Ubisoft games using the Uplay Launcher. If the program stops working, it may be blocked by the firewall. In this practical tip, we will show you what you can do about it. Uplay: launcher has stopped working. What to do? In many cases, the error message is displayed if the launcher is blocked by firewall or antivirus...

Do you want to force an empty line in LaTeX? In this practical tip we show you how it's done: How to force a blank line in LaTeX The LaTeX software package makes it easy to force an empty line. This is how you have to do it in the LaTeX editor Texmaker to insert an empty line: With a double backslash \\ you first insert a line break...

Only a few commands are required to write left-justified and right-justified in the LaTeX office software. In our practical tip you will learn how the text alignment works: How to write left-justified and right-justified under LaTeX If you want to left-justify or right-justify your text in LaTeX, you only need to know two simple commands...

If you want to raise or lower numbers in LaTeX, only a few steps are necessary. We'll show you how to do it. Superscript or subscript numbers in LaTeX You can raise or lower numbers in LaTeX either via the math mode or with special commands. In the screenshot you can see the two options, both of which lead to an identical result: Write the word you want to place a number behind and open the math mode with the dollar sign...

It is very easy to insert a line break in the LaTeX text editor. In our practical tip we show you how it's done: How to insert a line break in LaTeX Do you want to insert a line break in LaTeX? It's very easy. In the LaTeX editor Texmaker, only a few steps are required: Write the text after which the line break should be inserted...

If you no longer need the MSN Live Messenger, you can uninstall it from your PC. We show you how it works. Uninstall MSN Live Messenger Messenger has been integrated in the "Windows Essentials" additional package for some time. You also have to start here to uninstall Messenger. Open the "Uninstall a program" window in the Control Panel...

The WinRAR compression tool is available in different language versions. We'll show you how to change the software to German. Convert WinRAR to German: Not possible without reinstallation Unfortunately, the WinRAR developers have not implemented a function with which you can change the language later...

With Afterburner you can easily overclock your graphics card. In this practical tip, we will show you how you can get more out of your hardware with the tool! Here's how it works: Overclock the graphics card with MSI AfterBurner With the free software "AfterBurner" from MSI you get more speed out of your graphics card...

Microsoft only updates its own operating system and some drivers. The best update managers will help you to update software from other manufacturers. Keep drivers up to date with SlimDrivers Update Manager The freeware "SlimDrivers" examines your PC for outdated drivers. The program analyzes your system information and, with the integrated update function, provides a very easy way to keep your system up to date...

In this practical tip, we explain the difference between an update and an upgrade. The differences between an update and an upgrade Updates and upgrades are often confused with each other. However, the differences are easy to explain. An update is usually a free update of a program. Errors and bugs as well as problems of previous versions are fixed...

With the appropriate tools you can change the cover of eBooks. You can find out how this works in this article. Switch eBook covers with Caliber Manage your eBook collection with the free "Caliber" program. Caliber can handle numerous formats and runs on Linux, Mac and Windows. You can download the eBook cover directly in the program...

If you've found the "MyWinLocker" software on your Acer, you're probably wondering what that is. With this practical tip we explain what the program can do. MyWinLocker brings you that The "MyWinLocker" program is often found on Acer computers and laptops. Below you can see what the software is useful for you...

If you would like to adapt the design of Discord, this is only possible via detours with themes. We'll show you where to find the themes and how to install them. Discord: Downloads of the best themes UserStyles.org offers the largest collection of Discord themes. Downloading the themes is a bit cumbersome...

If you want to share your desktop with friends or colleagues, you can do this via screen sharing at Discord. We show you how to start the screen transfer. Instructions: Screen sharing at Discord Screen sharing works both in individual chats and in group chats with up to 9 people. Open the desired chat in Discord and click on the video icon at the top...

If you would like to use the 3D software Blender in German, you only have to change the language in the settings. We'll show you how it's done. Blender: Change software to German language Click on the menu item "File" at the top left and select the "User Preferences". Switch to the "System" tab in the top right and activate the "International Fonts" option below...

If you have the problem that Microsoft Edge crashes, this can be caused by various sources of error. You can often prevent the crash with simple steps. Read how to do this in our practical tip. First aid: Edge crashes If your browser crashes or you do not receive any feedback from the program, you should first close the browser...

With Windows 10, the Microsoft Edge browser replaced Internet Explorer. Here's how to manage your favorites with Edge. Manage Microsoft Edge: Save websites as favorites Save frequently visited or important websites in Microsoft Edge (as in other browsers as well) as favorites or bookmarks. To do this, click on the star-shaped symbol in the address line of the browser...

To be able to zoom the text in the open source programming tool Eclipse, you need a small tool. We show you how it works. Eclipse: Zoom into text - how it works By default, you cannot zoom the text in Eclipse with the plus or minus button. A small plugin makes it possible. Download the "tarlog.eclipse...

The free vector graphics program Inkscape offers you a lot of functions and possibilities. This practical tip shows you how to create a color gradient and then edit it. Create a gradient in Inkscape Inkscape lets you fill any object you create with a gradient. To do this, you must first select the desired object...

The Eclipse error "Java was started but returned exit code = 13" says very little about the actual cause. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do about it. Eclipse error: Java was started but returned exit code = 13 - what to do? First, make sure that you have the latest version of Java installed on your PC...

If JNLP does not start, there is probably a problem with the Java cache. In this practical tip we show you solutions for Windows and Mac. Mac: JNLP won't start - what to do? Start the system settings and select the item "Java". It takes a moment for the control panel to open. Under the "General" tab, click on "Settings" under "Temporary Internet files"...

If you want to create a table of contents with the image editing Adobe InDesign, you only need a few clicks. Read in this practical tip how to proceed here. InDesign: create table of contents - so it'll work Switch to a blank page in InDesign or create a new blank page. Then click on "Table of Contents" under "Layout" to create this...

In Mathematica, for loops are basically very easy to create. However, the For Loop syntax is a bit different here than in most other Mathematica functions. The principle of the For-Loop in Mathematica is closely based on that of Java or C #. For-Loop in Mathematica You can implement For loops in Mathematica with just a few characters in a line...

In Adobe InDesign, you can also convert an image to black and white. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly how this works. Convert image to black and white in InDesign - so it'll work Open InDesign and the image you want to convert to black and white. Then click "File" and then "Print" to continue...

With the free 3D toolkit SketchUp you can create a smooth animation with just a few clicks. We show you how it works. How to create an animation with Google SketchUp In Google SketchUp, select the object you want to animate and go to the menu "View"> "Animation"> "Add scene"...

Creating a ball with Google SketchUp is not difficult at all. We will show you which steps are necessary. How to create a sphere in Sketchup To get a sphere shown later, you first have to draw a circle. To do this, select the circular tool. The circle should have the size that the ball will later have...

If you have a specified character specification or are paid for by words, it is practical if InDesign does the annoying counting for you. In this practical tip, we will tell you how to get the information you need quickly. You don't have to do too much with InDesign to find out how many words your written text already contains...

If you have an ebook reader, you sometimes want to print individual pages. At first glance, this may seem impossible, but in some cases a small detour is not a problem. Print ebook: This is only legal without DRM First of all: You can only convert books without DRM and thus also print them out. We'll show you where to get books without copy protection...

In the control panel of Ubuntu you will find all necessary settings. We'll show you how to open it. Open Control Panel on Ubuntu In contrast to Windows, the control panel in Ubuntu is not overloaded with numerous functions. Professionals may miss parts, but for the ordinary user, everything important is available...

With the Linux distribution Ubuntu you can specify exactly which programs are in the autostart and should be executed when the system starts. We will show you how to do this and what you absolutely have to consider. Autostart on Ubuntu: start programs at startup This practical tip applies to all versions from Ubuntu 14...

The Extension Pack extends the VirtualBox with useful functions. We will show you step by step how to install the Extension Pack. Install VirtualBox Extension Pack - how it works First download the VirtualBox Extension Pack to your computer. Open the settings in VirtualBox. You reach the window via "File -> Settings"...

In IrfanView you view images with all possible file formats. In this practical tip we will show you the 5 best alternatives to this program. Photoscape: Free alternative to IrfanView Photoscape get free for Windows and also for Mac. The image viewing program gives you the opportunity to edit your images with many different editing tools...

You quickly installed MySQL on Linux Ubuntu. In this practical tip, we will tell you exactly how to do this. MySQL on Ubuntu: This is how the installation works Start the terminal and enter the following command for the installation: "sudo apt-get install mysql-server". Confirm the process with "y" and wait until the process is complete...

If you receive the error message 5105 on iTunes, a connection cannot be established in the store. In this practical tip, we have summarized troubleshooting tips for you. iTunes: How to fix error 5105 This error occurs when you try to buy an item in the store but cannot connect. First check whether the correct time and date are set on your PC...

You can now also use many Steam offers with Ubuntu. We'll show you how to properly install and set up the game platform. Install Steam on Ubuntu - how it works in 10 steps Open the official Steam website with your browser. There click on the green button "Install Steam". This will start the download of the installation file ("steam_latest...

The platform-independent Kodi media center software - formerly XBMC - is one of the most popular on the market. Instructions on how to set up Kodi can be found in this practical tip. Select the "Movies / Videos" item. Then click on the "Files" tab and then on "Add Videos"...

The uTorrent program enables you to perform or provide downloads. In this practical tip, we will tell you whether the program is dangerous. Is uTorrent dangerous? All information Thanks to uTorrent, you can download at a faster speed. The more users make the selected download available, the faster it will be...

In order to be able to permanently access a computer with TeamViewer, you must first set up the unattended access. You can find out how to do this in this practical tip. Set up unattended access with TeamViewer - so it'll work Install TeamViewer on the PC on which you want to set up unattended access...

With VirtualBox you can create and manage virtual machines. You can find out how to delete a snapshot in our practical tip below. Delete snapshot in VirtualBox A snapshot is an image of your virtual machine that you can restore at any time. However, if you no longer need the backup, you can delete it at any time...

With VirtualBox you create virtual machines. So that you have a backup in case of data loss, you can take a snapshot and save all settings and data. Take a snapshot with VirtualBox Take a snapshot with VirtualBox, make a backup with your virtual machine and all settings. You can then restore that later and reset your virtual machine...

With iTunes, you can not only listen to your own music, but also numerous Internet radio stations. We'll show you how it's done. Listen to internet radio with iTunes Start iTunes, you will find several categories in the top left of the window. The Internet radio is also hidden there. Under MacOS you may have to click on the button with the three dots, under Windows you can find the Internet radio via the item "Edit menu" (see picture)...

If iTunes shows you error 6, the cause is unfortunately not precisely defined. We'll show you how to solve the problem anyway. Fix error 6 in iTunes Administrator: First log in as administrator. In this way you can rule out a simple authorization problem. Time & Date: Also check the time and date settings...

If you want to listen to your own music in iTunes or transfer it to an iOS device, you can add entire folders to the library. We'll show you how it's done. Add music folder to iTunes Start iTunes and click on "File" in the top left corner. Here you will find the item "Add folder to the media library"...

If you want to experience the playback of songs with your eyes, you can activate the visualizer in iTunes. We'll show you how it's done. Activate and control Visualizer in iTunes Start a song and click on "Display" at the top of the menu bar. Under the category "Visual Effects" you have the choice between the "iTunes Visualizer" and the "iTunes Classic Visualizer"...

If you want to buy songs, films, series and other content on iTunes, you must first log in with your Apple ID. We'll show you how it's done. Windows & Mac: Sign in to the iTunes Store Start iTunes and you will find the "Store" button in the top center. On the right you will find the item "Account" under "Music at a glance"...

There is also a task manager under the Linux distribution Ubuntu, which is very similar to the Windows counterpart. We show you how to find and open the program. Start Task Manager on Ubuntu Depending on the desktop environment you use, other programs are included with which you can monitor processes...

In this praise tip we present three free programs with which you can simulate electronic circuits. LTSpice - The classic in circuit simulation The semiconductor manufacturer Linear Technologies has been offering LTspice free of charge for 20 years. The program includes the following functions: You can enter circuit diagrams and parameterize the circuit...

If you are bothered by Kaspersky's automatic updates, you can deactivate them. With this practical tip we show you exactly how it works. How to disable Kaspersky automatic updates Start Kaspersky and click on "Settings" on the start screen. Select the "Update" option and click on "Advanced" on the left...

You can easily open unknown file formats with a trick. In this practical tip, we'll tell you how. Find the right program for every file format To open unknown file formats, you need special software. Download the "OpenWith (Enhanced)" program and install it on your computer. Right click on the unknown file format...

Measure your keyboard speed and simply find out how fast you are with ten fingers or with the "Alder search system". Measure keyboard speed using "Speedtest" You can carry out a speed test on 10fastfingers.com. You start the test by typing the first word displayed. The speed test takes one minute...

In this practical tip, we show you how you can edit several audio tracks in Audacity. Mark several audio tracks in Audacity To edit the audio tracks at the same time, you must first mark them. These steps apply to version 2.0.0. In Audacity, click the selection tool. Now click on the beginning of a sound track and keep the left mouse button pressed...

In the CDBurnerXP you can set the burning speed manually. We will show you how to get the fastest burning process. CDBurnerXP: Set the burning speed The burning speed can only be set if a blank is inserted in the drive. Therefore, first insert a blank into the drive and start CDBurnerXP. Now create your CD / DVD as usual and click the "Burn" button...

If the NTFS file system is malfunctioning, you will need to repair it. For example, errors occur after lightning strikes or improper shutdown of the computer. We show you how you can repair NTFS with little effort. Repair NTFS via recovery console The easiest way to repair the NTFS file system is from the recovery console...

Thanks to TuneUp, your system can be accelerated considerably. However, if the program cannot be installed, the causes are diverse. This practical tip tells you what you can do in this case. TuneUp cannot be installed - what to do? Your antivirus program or firewall may detect TuneUp as a virus and therefore block it...

If Skype doesn't install properly, in most cases you can quickly fix this error. You can find out how to do this in this practical tip. Skype cannot be installed - what to do? To help you install Skype on your PC, we have put together a few helpful tips for you: First, make sure your PC meets the system requirements for Skype...

If Java no longer works on your computer, this may be due to the installation of Java. The cause can also be another program. We'll show you how to fix the most common problems with Java so that the software works properly again. Java does not work: reinstall the program Open the Control Panel and select the "Uninstall a program" option under the "Programs" category...

If you use multiple operating systems, this only works with a virtual machine. You can find out exactly what this is in this practical tip. Virtual machine - what is it actually? The term "virtual machine" simply means software that claims to be an independent computer. You can imagine it as if you are installing another one next to your computer - with the advantage that you can switch between different operating systems with just a few clicks of the mouse...

In this practical tip, we explain how to convert files in MOV format to AVI format. Convert MOV to AVI using a conversion program You can use the "Any Video Converter" tool to convert files from MOV to AVI format: Install and open the program. Then click on "Add files". After you have added the desired MOV file, click on the "Format" drop-down menu at the top right and select the desired format (see image)...

In the software area you keep reading about so-called "silent installs". This practical tip shows you what that is and how you can use it yourself. Silent Install - Unattended installations on Windows and Linux The term "silent install" comes from the English and describes an unattended installation...

If you have installed the license key for a program on your PC, you can read it out with a free tool. Our instructions show you the individual steps in detail. Read license key with ProduKey The license keys of the installed programs are stored as code in the registry. You can read out these codes with the free software "ProduKey": Download ProduKey for 64-bit or 32-bit systems and install it on your computer...

If iTunes no longer works or you have changed too many functions, you can reset the tool to the default settings. This will restore all of the original settings. iTunes: Reset default settings First save your iTunes library. This is located in the folder "C: \ Users \ xxx \ Music \ iTunes \ iTunes Media"...

If you no longer want to use DirectX or if the software causes problems, you can completely uninstall it. We'll show you how to do it and what to look out for. Step 1: Remove DirectX software using Control Panel You can delete DirectX like any other program via the Control Panel. You can find detailed instructions in this practical tip and in the following video...

This guide shows you how to record a screencast on your Chromebook. Chromebook: Screencast with one app Since only extensions and apps for the Chrome browser can be installed on the Chromebook, you need to download the appropriate app from the Chrome Web Store. Download the Chrome app Screencastify and install the application in your Chrome browser...

If you use TeamViewer simultaneously on two devices or if you want to protect your privacy, you can change the ID in TeamViewer. We'll show you how it's done. Change TeamViewer ID Press the [Windows] and [R] keys so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter "regedit" here and confirm with "OK"...

Test how fast you can click the mouse button and measure yourself against your friends. Test click speed - how it works You can take a speed test on the Klickspiel.net page. You start the test by clicking on "PLAY" and then on "Go". Tap the window as many times as possible in 15 seconds...

With the free "CurrPorts" program, you can display all open ports and search for Trojans and spyware yourself. You can sort the results clearly and evaluate them easily. Overview of port assignments: Find out which ports are open Download the free "CurrPorts" tool and run it on your computer...

The file extension JSON stands for "JavaScript Object Notation" and can only be opened with certain programs. We'll show you how to open JSON files on your computer and what you need to do it. JSON file: how do i open it? JSON files are pure text files that are only intended to exchange data between different applications...

In order for G Data's virus protection to last, you must regularly renew your license. This means that you will continue to receive updates and the latest data on viruses and other malware. Here we explain how it works. G Data: How to renew the license You can extend your G Data virus protection in just a few steps...

Thunderbird saves your emails, contacts and appointments in your profile folder. You can also change this location and save your data on another hard drive, for example. This practical tip explains how this works and where you can find your profile folder. Thunderbird: Change location for mail profile You cannot change the location of your profile via the Thunderbird settings...

The Singstar game has long achieved cult status. If you are looking for an alternative for the game that has only been released for the Playstation so far, you often look into the tube. In this practical tip, we present three alternatives. Singstar alternative: Ultrastar The Ultrastar program is a free alternative to Singstar...

Simple image editing tools such as Paint under Windows are not on board with Ubuntu. In this practical tip, we therefore present you with easy-to-understand image processing software for Ubuntu. 1. Image processing for Ubuntu: Pinta Click the Ubuntu Software Center in your Ubuntu toolbar and search for the Pinta software...

With this practical tip, we present three good programs for project management. Project management with basecamp Basecamp is a web application that allows you to access your projects anywhere. You can read about the other advantages of the program in the following points: Group work: You can add new project participants via email addresses...

You can easily save your personal ebook library in Caliber. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do this. Step 1: Save the caliber library with ebooks Start the Caliber program on your computer. Click on the name of your library in the menu bar. In most cases this is the "Caliber Library"...

Your own videos are not always in the right format. We'll explain how to turn your video to landscape on your PC. Open the program. Under the input file click on the "..." symbol. Find the video you want to shoot in the Windows file structure. Select the video and click on "Open"...

In this practical tip we will show you how to change book covers in the eBook software Caliber. Change book cover in caliber Start Caliber and add the eBook you want. Simply drag the file into the program window. Right-click the book you want to edit. Then choose Edit Metadata> Edit Metadata Individually...

With the freeware Inkscape you can easily create vector files. You can then use these for printing projects, for example. Create a vector file in Inkscape Since a vector file consists only of vectors, you have to draw it yourself. To do this, use the free Inkscape program. You can also use the "Vectorize bitmap" function in the "Path" menu to try to vectorize an image consisting of pixels...

You can also stream YouTube using the VLC media player. If the stream is not working, there can be various reasons. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do about the error. YouTube stream no longer works in VLC - what to do? The VLC player may be blocked by your firewall or the antivirus...

Discord offers you the opportunity to chat in chat rooms. If you receive the "Installation has failed" error, you can usually fix it yourself in just a few simple steps. In this practical tip, we will show you exactly how this works. Discord error: installation has failed - what to do? First press the key combination [Windows] + [R] and enter "% appdata%"...

If you see an internal system error with DirectX, you should act quickly. This practical tip shows you what you have to do in this case. DirectX internal system error - what to do? There may have been a problem downloading DirectX. Download the latest version of DirectX again with another browser. You should then start the installation as admin by right-clicking on the installation file and selecting "Run as administrator"...

If your Strato HiDrive no longer synchronizes, there may be various errors. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do about it. Strato HiDrive no longer synchronizes - what to do? You can try to check the attributes of the files and folders. To do this, connect to your NAS via SFTP and right-click on the files or folders...

If audio files are saved in MP3 format, signals that are inaudible to humans are cut off. We will tell you how to correctly encode MP3s in order to achieve the best quality. What is MP3? In order to optimally encode an MP3, it is important to have an idea of ​​how MP3 works: MP3 is an audio codec for the MPEG I standard developed by the Fraunhofer Institute, especially Karlheinz Brandenburg. MP...

With the CCleaner you clean up your system and also wipe the traces from your browser. If the tool does not start, you may be using an outdated software version or you have to start the program with administrator rights. This practical tip shows you what you can do to fix the problem. CCleaner won't start - you can do that Before starting CCleaner, you should first close programs that are running in the background...

If you see the message "Unsafe server, it does not support FTP via TLS" in FileZilla, it says little. You can find out exactly what is behind this in this practical tip. FileZilla: Unsafe server, it does not support FTP over TLS - all information This message says that the server is not secured by TLS...

Opera is one of the most popular internet browsers. This practical tip explains what you can do if your bookmarks are suddenly gone. Opera: bookmarks gone - causes If all of the bookmarks are suddenly gone in your Opera browser, this can have various causes: For example, it is possible that you were accidentally logged out of your Opera account by an update...

You noticed an unusually high CPU usage in Firefox. This practical tip will tell you what it can be and what you can do about it. Firefox: High CPU usage - this can be the reason When Firefox runs the CPU at full speed and your computer lies down or freezes, comfortable surfing the Internet quickly becomes a stress test...

In this article, we'll show you what you can do if Google Earth doesn't display any images. Incorrect cookies or incorrect browser settings can cause Google Earth to suddenly stop displaying images. But this can be changed with a little intervention. How to activate the images in Google Earth If you use the wrong browser settings or an old cookie is used, the image bar in Google Earth suddenly disappears...

If your music or film download is interrupted on iTunes, this can have various causes. In this article you can read how you can continue the download easily and without further costs. Windows and Mac: Continue iTunes download First, make sure you have the latest version of iTunes. The latest version can be found here for Windows and Mac...

If you are automatically redirected to a website, a redirection error can occur in Firefox. We show you how you can solve the problem and surf again without any problems. Prevent redirection errors in Firefox Start Firefox and click on the menu button at the top right. Select the "Settings" here and switch to "Privacy" on the left...

If error 3004 appears in iTunes, the update or restore from the iOS device cannot be performed. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Fix error 3004 in iTunes If iTunes cannot establish a connection to the Apple server, error 3004 appears. The reason for this is often a blockage of the servers...

In this article, we'll explain how to fix "Origin is already running" error. The error code always appears when Origin is still running as a process in the background. So it is best to find and end this process. Use "Task Manager" to solve "Origin is already running" If Origin gives you this error message, it is probably still running as a process in the background...

If error 5000 occurs in iTunes, you cannot synchronize the desired music with your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Fix error 5000 in iTunes Restart: First restart your computer completely. Even restarting the iOS device cannot hurt. Update: Also perform an iTunes update...

If the message "Steam_api.dll missing" is displayed in Steam, either a game or the entire software does not start. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Steam_api.dll is missing - so you fix the steam error The Steam error appears to occur in a variety of contexts, so there is no universal solution...

If error code 118 occurs in Steam, there are connection problems. We'll show you how to get rid of Error 118 in Steam. Steam down - error cords 118 Error 118 usually appears when doing maintenance on Steam. Unfortunately, only one thing helps here: wait. In the past, however, the error was also triggered by hacker attacks or a rush for special offers...

The bug "No connection to the camera possible" occurs repeatedly on Google's smartphone Nexus 5. Unfortunately there is no general and safe solution. You can still try out the following points and, if necessary, correct the problem. "Cannot connect to camera" on Google Nexus 5 - this is how to fix the problem If you can't open the camera anymore, you should restart your Nexus 5 first...

ITunes error 9006 appears when backing up or restoring a mobile Apple device. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Eliminate iTunes error 9006 Error 9006 reports that the connection to the Apple servers is interrupted. Updates or the iOS to restore your iPhone or iPad cannot be loaded. The following procedures can correct the problem: Restart iTunes: The easiest way is to restart iTunes...

If iTunes shows you the error "MSVCR80.dll is missing or incorrect", you have to insert the file yourself or even perform a new installation. We will guide you through the process. 1. Insert MSVCR80.dll later Download the missing MSVCR80.dll file and then move it to the iTunes directory. Usually it is saved in the folder "C: \ Windows \ System32"...

If your Google Chrome crashes frequently, this can have various causes. We will show you what it is and what you can do about it. Conflicts between Chrome and other software First, check if your browser conflicts with another program. Enter the following URL into the Chrome address bar: chrome: // conflicts...

You can also watch Twitch.tv on Kodi or XBMC. Our instructions tell you exactly how to proceed. Watch Twitch.tv on Kodi / XBMC - you have to do that If you want to use the Twitch.tv streaming service on your Kodi / XBMC, you must first install it: First you have to download the required ZIP file to your PC...

In this article, we show you what Discord Nitro has to offer. Discord is free, but it offers some nice additional features with Discord Nitro. Discord Nitro - Discord Nitro offers these advantages Discord Nitro costs 4.99 euros a month and offers you a number of cool features. It also supports the development of Discord...

If you want to make working in Discord a little easier, you can perform certain functions using hotkeys. We'll show you how it's done. Instructions: Use hotkeys in Discord Start Discord and select the user settings at the bottom left using the gear icon. Switch to the "Hotkeys" category and click the "Add hotkey" button...

Thanks to a new feature, you can share music with friends in Discord via Spotify. This practical tip shows you how to link your Discord account with Spotify and how to use the function. Discord offers these features for Spotify users If Spotify and Discord are linked, information about the song you are listening to on Spotify will be visible to other members of the Discord server in your profile...

If a stream in the VLC Media Player does not run smoothly, you can set the buffer to regulate irregularities in the transmission. We'll show you how it's done. Set the VLC buffer correctly - how it works The buffer, or buffer in German, downloads content from the stream in advance and only plays it a few seconds later...

Saving a Spotify radio as a playlist is not easy. There is no built-in function. In this practical tip, we will tell you how you can still save the songs. Save a Spotify radio as a playlist Unfortunately, there is no direct function to save a radio as a playlist. How to save the songs anyway: Open a radio and play it...

To print a menu yourself, only a few simple steps are required. We show you exactly how to do this and receive a particularly chic and high-quality menu. Print the menu yourself - so it'll work Open Word as you normally would and choose File> New. Then enter the search term "Menu" in the search field and confirm with [Enter]...

Although Navis from Becker regularly lead leaderboards, you have far less freedom in terms of votes than with TomTom, for example. We will clarify the question of whether there are free navigation voices to download. No additional voices for Becker sat navs Unfortunately, you cannot install additional voices on a Becker navigation device...

Foobar begins as a lean, almost spartan, music player. But with the right plugins, Foobar gets a gigantic range of functions. We show you the best Foobar components. The best Foobar plugins You can download the Foobar music player from CHIP-Online. To expand the range of functions, you can add plugins, so-called "Foobar Components"...

Foobar 2000 is a music player with which you can optimally manage your music collection. The software itself is simply structured, but with the right additional components it is the ultimate music player. The main Foobar components Foobar itself is kept very slim. Only the many plug-ins make the software an all-rounder...

This practical tip shows you how to access your Speedport via the browser. In this way you can manage all the necessary settings for Internet and telephony. Requirement for Speedport access via the browser To be able to access the Speedport via your browser, you must be connected to the LAN or WLAN of the Speedport...

The Tor Browser can not only be used in English, but also in many other languages. This practical tip shows you how to change the language. Tor Browser: Change language - how it works The Tor Browser uses a modified version of Firefox as a basis, which is equipped with some additional extensions. It is no longer possible to change the language of all components after the installation, which is why you have to reinstall the Tor Browser...

In this practical tip, we will show you how to use the Photoshop image editing program to create a watermark for your images. Watermark with Photoshop - How to protect your pictures If you put your pictures on the Internet, you certainly don't want them to be used for other people's purposes without authorization...

The Windows Phone has numerous convenience functions, including call forwarding to other phone numbers. We explain how to activate this feature. How to activate the call forwarding of your Windows Phone. By setting up call forwarding, you can be reached on another phone at any time. For example, you can redirect your phone to your landline as long as you are at home...

If you would like to change the language on your Navigon or if you accidentally selected it incorrectly, you can undo the process at any time. We'll show you how it's done. Change language at Navigon Tip: If you have chosen the language incorrectly during setup, the German terms will not help you much...

On this page we show how you can deactivate the suggestions in the quick selection at Opera. This is very easy and quick to set. Deactivate suggestions in the speed dial at Opera In the Opera browser, press the "Customize homepage" button at the top right. Now remove the checkmark at "Show quick dial recommendations"...

In this practical tip, we will explain how to reset Kaspersky Anti-Virus to the default settings. Instructions: Reset Kaspersky Anti-Virus to the default settings Start Kaspersky Anti-Virus and click on "Settings" below. Click on the "General" tab on the left and select "Manage Settings"...

In this practical tip, we will show you how you can use Google SketchUp to create a wide variety of textures for your design. Insert textures with Google SketchUp With the free design software "SketchUp Make 2014" for Mac OS and Windows, you can create and design three-dimensional objects in just a few steps...

The music service Deezer shows upcoming songs in a queue. We explain in our practical tip how to display and edit this list. How to find the Deezer queue You add new songs to the queue by clicking the three horizontal dots icon next to a song in the Deezer web app and then selecting "Add to Queue"...

If you want to change the font in Firefox, you only have to adjust one setting. We'll show you how it's done. Firefox: change font Click on the menu button at the top right of the window and select the "Settings". If you switch to the "Contents" tab above, you can change the font there...

You can place your SketchUp models in Google Earth in just a few steps. We show you how this works in this guide. 1. Requirements for SketchUp models in Google Earth In order for the model to exactly fit the image in Google Earth, you should first note the following points. This will give you the Google Earth view in SketchUp, under which you can build the model...

In this practical tip we will show you how to insert page numbers with Adobe InDesign. Set page numbers in Adobe InDesign The professional software "InDesign CS6" from Adobe was developed for the design of special layouts for brochures, brochures or leaflets. In this guide, we show you how to add page numbers to your InDesign document: Start "InDesign CS6" and open your document...

By default, Chrome completes your entries in the address bar. This guide shows you how to delete the individual URL suggestions. Remove individual URL suggestions in Chrome If you just want to remove a suggestion from the URL bar in Google Chrome, a keyboard shortcut will help you: First enter the URL in the address bar so that the proposal appears...

If you are not sure which system you are working with, you can display the Linux version in just a few steps. With this information you can then specifically search for software or problem solutions for your system. Show Linux version in the terminal Open the terminal and type in the command "cat / etc / * release"...

The settings are somewhat hidden in iTunes. We'll show you where to find options in iTunes. Open Settings in iTunes You can find the settings in the iTunes menu. Click the small icon at the top left to open it. Now select the "Settings" entry. Here you can make and save various program settings...

In this article we will show you how you can change the resolution of the guest system in Virtualbox. You can do this in two ways. You can change the resolution or adjust the window size. First of all you have to install the guest extensions. Simply follow our instructions. Virtualbox: Change the resolution of the guest system - install guest extensions To change the resolution without errors, you need the guest extensions for Virtualbox...

In the new Vivaldi browser, you can set a different start page if you don't like the standard setting. We explain how this works in this practical tip. Vivaldi browser: Set new homepage Start Vivaldi on your computer and click on the menu icon in the top left. In the context menu, move the mouse over "Tools" and select the "Settings" option...

For a seamless transition, titles can be blended in Winamp. We will show you how to set the crossfading function so that you are spared from title announcements at Winamp. Crossfading title: Crossfading with Winamp With the crossfading option you can blend titles in Winamp: Click on the "Options" menu item in Winamp and select the "Equalizer"...

If you would like to save your favorites in TeamSpeak, you will not find an export option in the program itself. We'll show you how it works. Export favorites to TeamSpeak Press the "Windows" and "R" keys simultaneously so that the "Execute" command opens. Enter "% appdata% \ TS3Client" here and confirm with the "OK" button...

If you want to change your country in Steam, it only works with one trick. We'll show you exactly how to do it. Change country in Steam - so it'll work A country is not saved in Steam at all. The program automatically recognizes which country you are in from your Internet connection. For example, if you want to activate a game that is not sold in Germany, you can get a Steam Key from another country online...

You can read about how to activate push-to-talk for Skype in the following practical tip. Activate push to talk for Skype If you want to save your conversation partner from loud background noise in Skype, you can conveniently use the push-to-talk function and thus simply mute the microphone while listening...

If the Thunderbird standard tone is too boring for new emails, you can set your own tone in a few simple steps. We'll show you how it works the easiest. How to set your own tone with Thunderbrid First open Mozilla Thunderbird and click on the "Tools" menu. Under "General" you have to click on the option "Custom Sound"...

If you start a video in the VLC player, you often get the message that the font cache is being renewed. You can deactivate this annoying waiting time with just a few simple steps. However, the subtitles cannot always be displayed. How to disable font cache creation in VLC Player Open the VLC player and press the key combination [Ctrl] + [P]...

With online banking, you enter sensitive data that should remain secret. If you rely on external software, you should therefore observe the following safety tips. 1. PC protect against attacks Keep all security software (firewall and anti-virus system) up to date. You should also regularly update your operating system and run virus scans...

If you no longer wish to use the Avast paid subscription, you can cancel it online at any time. We'll show you exactly how it works. Avast: Unsubscribe from anti-virus software Note: If your subscription is not linked to your Avast account, you have to go an alternative way. Follow the respective links for an order via Digital River and for an order via Nexway if you have completed your subscription...

You don't want to do without your Dropbox storage anymore, but what do you do when it's full? You can expand the free storage. We explain to you in this practical tip how much that will cost. Dropbox storage expansion - what does it cost? The basic account with Dropbox contains 2 GB of free storage space...

In this iPhoto tutorial, you will learn how to use Mac OS X software to import and view photos, how to edit them, and how to send them to friends. Import and view photos with iPhoto Open iPhoto on your Mac. You can find the program in the Finder under "Programs". Import iPhoto images by clicking "File" in the menu bar...

As a Mac user, you will always come across the boot camp. You can find out what this is and what the boot camp has to do with Windows in this article. Apple Bootcamp - that's the reason Although MacOS is already very sophisticated, the Apple operating system lacks some functions compared to Windows...

There are several ways you can connect your iPhone to the car radio. In this practical tip, you can read which these are and what the advantages are. Connect iPhone to car radio via Bluetooth The prerequisite for this method is that your car radio supports the connection via Bluetooth. First activate Bluetooth in your radio if it is not already activated...

If iTunes doesn't have Apple Application Support, you can quickly fix the problem yourself. Read how to do this in this guide. Apple Application Support is missing - so go ahead Uninstall iTunes and all additional programs using the control panel. Alternatively, you can also use the Revo Uninstaller...

With AnyTrans you can download your music from your computer to iPhone and vice versa. With the following alternatives, the procedure works at least as well. You shouldn't miss this top software ... CopyTrans Manager: alternative to AnyTrans The free CopyTrans Manager software does not require any installation and can be used directly...

If there are any errors with your iTunes library, you will need to restore the database. However, this only works if you have previously copied your library to another. In this article, we will tell you how to create such a backup and how to import your data back into iTunes. Restore iTunes library from backup You can only restore your library if you have previously merged it in iTunes and saved it to an external storage medium...

If you buy films or music videos in the iTunes store, you will receive the appropriate subtitles. In this practical tip, we will show you how to display them. Enable movie subtitles in iTunes Start iTunes and click on the rectangular menu icon in the top left. Select the "Settings" entry. In the "Playback" tab, set the "Subtitle language" to "German"...

You can also activate fade effects for your songs in iTunes. We show you how to do this. Enable fade effects for iTunes music Start iTunes and click on the rectangular icon in the top left. Select the "Settings" in the dropdown menu. Alternatively, the key combination [Ctrl] + [, ] is sufficient...

It can happen that after reinstalling iTunes you get the message that the library.itl could not be read. In this article, we explain what you can do in such a case. Apple iTunes: The library.itl file could not be read Without the file "library.itl" you cannot load your music into iTunes. If the error message appears that this file could not be read, you have to fix the problem yourself: Open Finder or Windows Explorer and look for the "library...

Depending on the size of the music database, it is difficult to find old song entries in iTunes. This is especially important after manually deleting or moving tracks, as iTunes will then no longer find these songs and mark them with a leading exclamation mark. The many musical corpses significantly impair the overview, which is why it should be removed as quickly as possible...

Under certain conditions, you can also watch TV via the VLC player. In this practical tip you will learn how this works. Watch TV via the VLC player - so it'll work To be able to watch the VLC Player TV, you need an IPTV contract with your provider. The hardware required to receive IPTV programs is also required...

If you transfer your music from iTunes to Google Music, it’s easy to try out Google’s very young internet service. Switching is quick and easy, as Google has a direct import option from iTunes. You can find out exactly how it works in this practical tip. Import music from iTunes to Google Music First you need the desktop program "Google Music Manager", which you can find for Windows and OS X in our download area. Do...

Should your media be added to the Winamp library, but that doesn't work? This problem can usually be solved in the media library settings. We show how to do it. Add media to the Winamp library Most users try to put a song in Winamp by simply opening the specific folder, right-clicking on the desired file and then selecting "Put in Winamp"...

With a comparison, we show you in this practical tip which three karaoke programs belong to the best software in their category. Karaoke 5: One of the oldest programs Karaoke 5 is one of the oldest karaoke programs. The years of experience are also noticeable in the features: The software delivers a lot of music that you can sing along with...

If you want to bring some order to your iTunes library, you can find and delete duplicate songs. We'll show you how it's done. iTunes for Windows: Find and delete duplicate songs Open iTunes and simultaneously press the "Ctrl" + "B" keys on your keyboard so that the menu bar appears at the top...

If an exclamation mark appears in iTunes before a song, iTunes could no longer find it. We'll show you how to solve the problem. Exclamation point before iTunes songs - so you fix the error If you have deleted a song or moved it to another location, iTunes cannot find it without your help. Find the song on your hard drive or in the trash for now...

You can also use iTunes to create a random genius list. We show you in our instructions how this works. Create a random genius list in iTunes Since the update of iTunes 12, the function for the random genius list has been hidden a little: Start iTunes and check that Genius is activated. To do this, go to "Store"> "Activate / Deactivate Genius" in the menu bar...

If you like the current song, Winamp can automatically create playlists of similar titles. The necessary plug-in is supplied with the installation. Step 1: Analyze music library with Winamp Before you can use the playlist generator, Winamp must first collect the necessary data about your music library...

MP3Tag is a free software for editing MP3 song title information. Here you will learn five other useful alternatives. 1. MP3 tag alternative: The Godfather "The Godfather" is also a powerful free program that helps you organize your MP3 music. Your song collection is automatically compared with online databases, whereby missing artist information and the like is added - in groups or optionally individually...

Apple is not exactly known for simply hiding new functions and apps. It's different with Apple Music in iTunes. We show you how you can easily hide the corresponding menu. Hide Apple Music in iTunes Click "Edit" in the upper left corner of iTunes and select "Settings". Alternatively, press the [Ctrl] key or the command key on the Mac and the comma key [, ] at the same time...

If you want to have the lyrics of your songs always at hand, you can save the lyrics in iTunes in the ID3 tag. We show you how to do this. Save lyrics with iTunes in the ID3 tag Start iTunes and select a desired song from your library. Click on it with the right mouse button and select the item "Information"...

In foobar2000 you can easily display and even play the lyrics of your favorite songs. We show you where to find the function and how to activate it. Required plug-ins for the lyrics display To display simple lyrics and "Timestamped Lyrics" - also known as "synchronized lyrics" - you need foobar2000 and two plug-ins: Of course you need foobar2000 as host software...

In iTunes, you can create smart playlists in addition to regular playlists. We show you how this works in this practical tip. Create smart playlist in iTunes Open your iTunes music database as usual. Click on the plus symbol in the lower left corner. Then select "Create new playlist" from the dropdown menu...

In Audacity you can easily amplify the bass. We'll show you how. Amplify bass in Audacity The audio editor and sequencer Audacity is a free alternative to Adobe Audition or professional studio sequencers like Cubase or Logic Pro. You can amplify the bass with our tips. We show you more nuanced settings in our picture gallery...

Instead of encrypting documents, you can simply hide secret texts in music files. Messages can thus be transmitted without anyone being suspicious. In this practical tip we will show you how. Step 1: Download the program and create secret texts Note: These instructions refer to OpenPuff v4.00. Download the OpenPuff program...

If you are unsatisfied with your CD cover in an MP3 file, you can also change it. We show you how to do this. MP3 file: Change CD cover If the CD cover of your MP3 file does not meet your requirements, you can change it using the freeware "Mp3tag". Start the tool and drag the desired MP3 files into the program window...

If iTunes no longer imports your music, there can be several reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. iTunes doesn't import music Update: First you should check whether an update for iTunes is available. Outdated versions can cause problems. Convert: iTunes may not handle the format of the music...

There are numerous different skins for the Kodi media center application (formerly XBMC). We present the five best designs in this article. Aeon Nox: Popular XBMC skin with high popularity The Aeon Nox theme is very popular with Kodi users. You can find out exactly how the themes look on your TV in our picture gallery...

In Spotify, you can create as many of your own radio stations that play your favorite music. In this guide, you will learn how to set up your own radio station step by step in Spotify. Instructions: Create radio stations in Spotify Your personal radio station on Spotify is based on a song, playlist, album or artist you choose...

With a few tricks, you can also display the lyrics to the music on Spotify. This practical tip shows you how this works on both mobile devices and computers. Show lyrics on Spotify Spotify has its own function so that you can view the lyrics and the story behind the song. Start "Spotify" and play a song...

This practical tip shows you how to burn a music CD with Nero. This is how you can create a music CD in Nero The fastest and easiest way to burn a music CD is with "Nero Start Smart Essentials". First open the "Nero Start Smart Essentials" tool. Also insert a recordable audio CD (CD-R) into your burning drive...

In this practical tip, we explain how to combine albums in iTunes. You can summarize multiple album covers in iTunes using the methods mentioned here. iTunes: Combine albums into compilations Open iTunes on your PC. Select the albums you want to join in the album view. Hold down the Ctrl key and click on all the albums you want to combine...

You can transfer your music to your Windows Phone in various ways. You can find out how to best do this in this practical tip. Transfer music to Windows Phone - how it works So that you can enjoy your favorite music on the go, you have to copy it to your smartphone beforehand: To do this, connect the Windows Phone to your PC with a USB cable...

With Microsoft Groove you can upload your own music and stream it on the go on your smartphone. However, the upload is currently a bit complicated. However, we will tell you a few tricks that will still work. Upload music to Groove Groove works with OneDrive, so you also need to upload your music to OneDrive: Open the "OneDrive website" and sign in with your Microsoft account...

We explain step-by-step how to check your iTunes version for updates. iTunes: New update available? Here's how to find out First open iTunes and click on the question mark in the menu bar (next to "Store"). If you do not see the menu bar, press the [Alt] key once. Then select the menu item "Check for updates"...

If your CD player does not play your self-burned CDs, the following tips can help: CD player does not take burned CD: you can do that Older devices in particular do not play MP3 files. Alternatively, burn your music as an audio CD in WAV format. Make an audio CD, not a data CD, during the burning process...

You can easily restore playlists that were accidentally deleted from iTunes if you made a backup. This practical tip shows you what you can do if you don't have a fuse. Recover deleted iTunes playlist If you accidentally deleted a playlist in iTunes, restoring is easy if you have backed up with the Time Machine...

To spice up your song, you can use the "Magix Music Maker" to create vocals from a text you have entered. We show you how to do this in our instructions. Insert your own text in Magix Music Maker and create vocals In the Magix Music Maker click on the tab "Effects". Then select the "Audio" option...

With the music program "iTunes" from Apple you can burn a CD in a few seconds. It doesn't matter whether you use a Mac or Windows computer. We'll show you how to burn with iTunes. How to burn a CD using iTunes Apple claims you could easily find a burn menu from Settings in the Advanced section...

The VLC player is a real all-rounder. Not only can it play numerous video formats, it also has many practical functions. Some of them are well hidden. That is why we would like to introduce five secret functions to you here. 1. Adjust the picture and sound in the VLC player You are probably familiar with the problem that the soundtrack and the image are not completely on top of each other...

In this practical tip we give you tips on what you can do if iTunes no longer starts in Windows. Repair iTunes - Here's how! First of all, try to fix iTunes. Here's how: Open the control panel. Click on "Uninstall a program" under "Programs". Mark iTunes there and click on "Repair" at the top...

With a large MP3 collection, you can quickly lose track. We'll show you which tool you can use to find and delete duplicate files. Detect duplicate MP3 files with MediaPurge: The free software "MediaPurge" is a universal tool for every music lover: Sort your music according to various criteria, create playlists and find duplicate files...

Even the best DJ couldn't produce a hit with a bad music mixer. However, the selection of programs is very large. In our practical tip we show you three suitable and free music mixers. 3. Zulu DJ: Particularly suitable for beginners With "Zulu DJ" you cut back on the volume compared to the competition...

If iTunes doesn't load one or more album covers, there can be many reasons. We'll show you how to solve the problem. iTunes: Album art doesn't load - so go ahead Start iTunes and open the "Settings". To do this, hold down the [Ctrl] + [, ] keys at the same time. Go to the "Store" tab above and activate the "Load cover automatically" option...

You can use Google Play Music as an app on multiple devices. This practical tip shows you how to add a new mobile device. Add new device for Google Play Music The Google Play Music web application can manage up to ten different devices on which you can listen to and synchronize music with the Google service...

With the free software Audacity you can easily record and edit system sounds. Here's how to do it. Record system sounds with Audacity Look for the small microphone icon in the toolbar, next to which there is a dropdown list (see image). Here you will find different names depending on the computer, for example the name of the sound card or "Microsoft Soundmapper"...

The media player Winamp brings numerous functions with it, but its capabilities expand by installing plug-ins. We'll show you how it's done. Winamp: Download and install plug-ins Start Winamp and click on "Winamp Add-Ons" in the menu bar on the left. If you switch to the "Plug-Ins" tab above, you can either find specific extensions using the search function or browse through the various categories (see image)...

If you want to adjust the volume of your MP3 files, you can do so in a few seconds with the free "MP3Gain" tool. We'll show you how to do it. How to adjust the volume of your MP3 files First download the free software "MP3Gain". With this you can normalize songs without fear of loss of quality...

A mixer program is a cost-effective alternative to expensive DJ equipment. Even without a turntable and mixer, you can play different songs with it and thus find a feeling for harmonious transitions. Virtual DJ Free - The free mixer program Beginners can take their first steps as a DJ with the Virtual DJ Free Home Edition...

With Droptunes, you can listen to the music from your Dropbox anytime, anywhere, whether in the browser or via the app. We'll show you how it works. DropTunes: Play music from the Dropbox in the browser The service is also available as a DropTunes app for the iPhone, but it currently costs 89 cents...

This practical tip shows you how to create a playlist in the Deezer web app. Create a music playlist in Deezer Log in to Deezer. Click "Create a playlist" in the library on the left. Give the playlist a name. Click the playlist you created. You can use the pen icon to edit the settings of the playlist...

iTunes Match vs. Cloud Player - the big song duel between the American companies Apple and Amazon. With the two services, the US companies have launched very similar music streaming portals. We show you the most important key data of the competitors as well as their advantages and disadvantages. What are iTuns Match and Amazon Cloud Player...

In Wavelab you can not only load and edit individual files, but you can also create audio montages to combine or mix many files. We'll tell you how to do it. Create an audio montage in Wavelab Start Wavelab. Go to "File", "New" and select "Audio Montage ...". Now you have to choose a fixed sample rate...

The Flash Player is there to play various multimedia content directly in the browser. In rare cases, however, no sound is reproduced. This can have several causes, but the problem is usually quickly resolved. No sound during flash playback: Check audio playback on the PC First of all, you should make sure that the sound reproduction on the PC works at all...

If the "Couldn't load plugin" error is displayed in the Opera browser, this can be fixed in a few simple steps. In this practical tip, we will show you how to do this. Opera: "Couldn't load plugin" - what to do? First, make sure you have the latest version of Opera installed...

We show you how to activate plugins in Opera. Activate plugins in Opera Open Opera and click on "Settings" in the menu. Select the "Websites" tab in the menu on the left. Under "Plug-ins" you can specify whether plug-ins should be executed. Here you can also determine whether you want plugins like videos to be played only when they are clicked, or whether they should run automatically...

Opera is a popular internet browser. This practical tip explains how you can use this with a proxy server. Use Opera with a proxy: what is a proxy server? A proxy server is a server that can speed up communication over the Internet, for example. It is also possible to monitor or modify information using a proxy...