I’ve created a registry hack to add the registry editor as another option in the Control Panel in any version of Windows. Usage in Windows 7 or Vista After installation you’ll need to choose System and Maintenance in the control panel. And you’ll see the new Registry Editor item at the bottom of the list: Perhaps most useful, it’s now available through the start menu search box. Usage in Windows XP...

There isn’t a specific way to add someone to an existing group text on Android, but you can typically just send them a message and they’ll be added. Yes, you can add someone to an existing group text. To do so, open the group text conversation and tap the three lines in the top left corner. Then, tap the plus icon in the top right corner and enter the new person’s phone number....

There are a few ways to add textures in Illustrator. One way is to use the Texture tool. The Texture tool can be used to create textures in a variety of ways, including using the radial menu, or by using the keyboard shortcut Cmd+T. Another way to add textures is to use the Image tool. The Image tool can be used to create images with a variety of textures, including textured images....

You can use a texture to add realism and depth to your paintings. You can find textures in Photoshop by going to File > Texture > New. You can then select a texture from the list and click OK. Photoshop has a variety of textures that can be used in various ways. Some are more basic, such as lines and circles. Others are more complex, such as textures that are created using a software program called Adobe Photoshop Elements....

The Microsoft Outlook desktop application supports Outlook.com addresses ending in @outlook.com, @hotmail.com, @live.com, and @msn.com. However, it’s not necessarily obvious how to add them–especially if you’re using two-step verification. We used Outlook 2016 for this tutorial, although this same process also works on Outlook 2013 and up-to-date versions of Outlook 2010. How to Add an Outlook.com Email Address to Outlook Even if you’ve signed into Windows 10 with a Microsoft account, Microsoft Outlook won’t notice and offer to add that account....

To manipulate anchor points in Illustrator, you first need to create a path. Once you have a path, you can use the Anchor Point tool to move anchor points around. To evenly space anchor points in Illustrator, use the Align panel. In the Align panel, click the Horizontal button, and then click the Vertical button. There are a few ways to increase anchor points in Illustrator. One way is to select the object you want to increase the anchor points of, go to the Object menu and choose “Create Anchor Points....

The Xbox One S is a smaller console than the original Xbox One. It is about 40% smaller. The Xbox One console is available in two sizes: a standard edition and an Xbox One S. The standard edition is larger, measuring 11.6 x 9.0 x 3.1 inches, while the Xbox One S is smaller, measuring 10.8 x 8.9 x 2.5 inches. 500GB is a lot for Xbox One, but it also depends on how you plan to use it....

Being able to take the Switch with you is one of the console’s best features. However, the portable screen’s auto-brightness feature leaves a little to be desired. Fortunately, there’s an easier way to adjust your screen’s brightness. When you’re using your Switch in handheld mode, you can access a quick settings menu that lets you put the console to sleep, enable Airplane mode, and—most helpfully—adjust the brightness. This slide-out menu won’t show the brightness slider when docked with the TV since, you know, you can’t see the Switch’s screen then....

It’s been possible to adjust the vibration strength for some things for a while, but Android 13 introduced the ability to tweak it for notifications, alarms, and media. It’s possible on Samsung Galaxy and other Android devices running Android 13 or newer. RELATED: 10 Hidden Android 13 Features You Might Have Missed First, swipe down once or twice from the top of the screen—depending on your phone—and tap the gear icon to open the Settings....

There are a few ways to advertise a yard sale. One way is to post flyers around the neighborhood. Another way is to post an ad on Craigslist or another online classifieds website. You can also tell your friends and family about the sale. To post your garage sale on Facebook Marketplace, first, open the Facebook app and sign in. Then, tap the menu icon in the top-left corner of the screen and select “Marketplace....

To align an object in Illustrator, you can use the Align tool (Window > Align). To move an object, you can use the Move tool (Window > Move). There are a few reasons why your objects might not align in Illustrator. One possibility is that you have objects that are too large or too small for the layout. Another possibility is that you have objects that are aligned incorrectly in the document....

Windows 10’s Creators Update has a switch you can flip to only allow apps from the Windows Store. This feature can also be used to whitelist your existing desktop apps, only allowing your currently installed applications to run and blocking new applications until you allow them. It’s similar to Gatekeeper on macOS. RELATED: What’s New in Windows 10’s Creators Update How to Run Only Apps From the Store RELATED: How to Get Windows 10’s April 2018 Update Now...

By default, Windows 11 hides most scrollbars when they’re not in use. If you’d prefer to always see scrollbars in windows on your screen, there’s an easy way to keep them on. Here’s how to set it up. First, open Windows Settings. You can press Windows+i on your keyboard or find it in the Start menu. Open “Start,” search for “Settings,” and then click the “Settings” app icon. When Settings opens, click “Accessibility” in the sidebar....

You can’t ask for music suggestions on Instagram because there is no way to post a comment on the photo. If you’re asking for a song to be suggested, you can ask “Could you suggest a song for me?” or “What’s the name of that song that goes like this? You know the one that goes like ‘do do do do’?”If you’re asking someone to make a playlist for you, you can ask “Would it be possible for you to make me a playlist of songs?...

There are a few ways to assign people tasks in Fallout 4. One way is to use the Pip-Boy to assign people to specific areas and tasks. Another way is to talk to them and tell them what you want them to do. To assign a worker to a villager in Fallout 4, open the Pip-Boy, select the “People” tab, and then select the “Assign Worker” option. There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best way to assign someone will vary depending on the specific situation....

You can mute the mic and PS5’s audio using a DualSense controller at any time. However, you have to consciously think to do that, or let members on the multiplayer games tell you. And the latter rarely happens. The DualSense controller’s built-in microphone turns on whenever you boot your PlayStation 5. But you can set it to mute and turn on the microphone only when required. RELATED: How to Mute Your PS5’s Audio Using a DualSense Controller...

Not all of us have switched to smartphone photography. Whether you use a DSLR or just a point-and-shoot camera, there are ways to automatically upload and sync photos like you would with a smartphone. Some companies have tried to solve this problem by marketing “smart cameras,” but you don’t need a digital camera with touch-screen or even Wi-Fi built into do this. Automatically Upload Photos via Your Computer RELATED: Take Control of Your Smartphone’s Automatic Photo Uploads...

The web is littered with traps for novice users when downloading software, from fake “Download” buttons that are actually advertisements to installers full of bundled toolbars and other junk software. Learning how to avoid the junk is an important skill. As geeks, we know how to dodge all the junk when downloading free software for our Windows PCs. But not everyone knows how. People must be falling for these tricks or they wouldn’t still be in such wide use....

Backup and Restore in macOS Catalina and Newer In macOS Catalina, iTunes has been disbanded into multiple apps: Podcasts, TV, and Music. The responsibility of backing up and syncing the iPhone and iPad goes to the Finder app. After connecting your iPhone or iPad to your Mac, open the Finder app. Here, you’ll see your iPhone or iPad in the “Locations” section. Select your device from the sidebar. If this is the first time you’re syncing your iPhone or iPad, you’ll be prompted to trust the device....

It’s easy to invest a lot of energy in your Minecraft creations. Thankfully, it’s just as easy to back them up. Read on as we show you how to ensure your Minecraft Realms worlds are safe and sound. Why Do I Want To Do This? RELATED: How to Add Custom Worlds to Your Minecraft Realms Server While the most obvious reason for backing up your Minecraft Realms world is simply to have a safe second copy of it, it’s actually a bit more nuanced than that....