Experiencing the frustration of trying to find a lost password or struggling to multitask with multiple windows open? Tech can feel more like a headache than a helpful tool at times. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 15 time-saving shortcuts and hacks to help you make the most of your tech and simplify your daily routine.
- Reboot Regularly: A weekly reboot can boost your computer’s performance and efficiency by clearing system memory and completing updates.
- Use Password Managers: Secure password managers like 1Password and Keeper can save you time and hassle by managing and storing your login credentials securely.
- Take Screenshots Effortlessly: Easily capture and share screenshots on both PC and Mac using built-in tools like the “Snipping Tool” and “Shift+Command+4”.
- Reduce Eye Strain with Automated Brightness: Windows’ “Night Light” feature automatically adjusts screen colors to reduce blue light exposure, aiding in better sleep.
- Re-Open Closed Tabs: Accidentally closed an important tab? Simply press “Ctrl+Shift+T” on Windows to reopen it.
- Quick Web Searches from the Browser Bar: Perform Google searches directly from your browser’s address bar without opening a new tab.
- Refine Google Searches with Quotation Marks: Wrapping your search query in quotes can narrow down Google results to match your exact terms.
- Find Your Lost Phone with Google: Quickly locate your Android phone by searching “find my phone” on Google (on PC).
- Automate Email Organization in Outlook: Set up rules in Microsoft Outlook to automatically manage and categorize emails based on specific conditions.
- Schedule Emails for Later in Outlook: Schedule emails to be sent at a later date or time in Outlook.
- Set Quiet Hours in Microsoft Teams: Customize quiet hours in the Microsoft Teams mobile app to avoid distractions.
- Mute and Unmute Zoom Meetings with Space Bar: Quickly mute and unmute your microphone during Zoom calls by pressing and holding the space bar.
- Streamline Meeting Scheduling with Calendly: Share a Calendly link to allow others to schedule meetings with you based on your availability.
- Master Useful Keyboard Shortcuts: Learn shortcuts like Windows Key + D to hide or show your desktop, and Alt + Tab to switch between windows.
- Navigate YouTube Efficiently with Keyboard Commands: Use keys like J, K, and L to rewind, pause, and fast forward videos on YouTube.
Implementing these hacks can streamline your tech usage and save you time and effort in your daily routine.
