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How to Store Apple Pie
Apple pies are a classic dessert and a family favorite for holidays or parties. Many people like to make pies ahead of time and store them until they are ready to bake or reheat them. Whether you want to make an apple pie a few days in advance or save lef...
How to Teach a College Student with Auditory Processing Disorder
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is a condition that makes it harder for students to understand the things they hear. A college student with APD will benefit from written instructions, flexibility, and a little extra processing time—which can be good fo...
How to Hold a Teacup
It's easy to assume that you already know how to hold a teacup, but there are actually subtle rules of etiquette you need to follow. Should you hold your pinky out when you're holding a teacup? How do you hold a teacup like a royal? Don't worry—we've put...
How to Design a Backyard
Having a well-designed backyard means you'll always have a place to relax, entertain, and enjoy the outdoors. Whether your backyard covers sprawling acres or is a small suburban plot, you can create a retreat that you'll love for years to come. Just think...
How to Teach a College Student with Sensory Processing Disorder
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition that can amplify or dull a person's senses. It's more common in children, but can continue to adulthood, especially in people with disabilities like autism and ADHD. A student with SPD may need a little ext...
How to Boot Into the UEFI on Surface
The Uniform Extensive Firmware Interface (UEFI) replaces the Basic Input Output System (BIOS) on Surface and allows you to make changes that affect your entire device. This wikiHow will show you how to boot into the UEFI.[1] X Trustworthy Source Mi...
How to Store Ties
Storing your ties properly can prevent them from getting wrinkled and dusty. You can hang ties on a tie rack in your closet or you can roll them up and put them in a drawer. If you store your ties this way, they'll remain pressed and ready to wear when yo...
How to Shrink a Hat
Most hats aren't exact fits for every head, so knowing how to shrink them is a useful trick. Shrinking a hat involves water and heat. Hats made from resistant fibers like cotton and polyester stand up better to extreme heat from dryers and ovens. More del...
How to Treat Perioral Dermatitis
Unfortunately, perioral dermatitis is a very common skin condition, especially in women between the ages 15-45, marked by itchy red spots that appear around the eyes, nose, and mouth. If you notice these spots suddenly appearing on your face, you may be a...
How to Motivate Students to Study
Teaching can be such a rewarding profession, but it does come with challenges. Sometimes students can seem disengaged and unmotivated. Don’t worry! You can use several strategies to encourage them to study and really understand the course material. Start...
How to Prep a Car for Paint
Whether you’re touching up a couple scratches or looking at a whole new paint job, there are a few important steps to take before you can begin painting a car. Start by building up majorly-damaged spots with a body filler putty and sanding them smooth. Th...
How to Treat Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a serious genetic disorder that impacts your breathing and digestion. It doesn't have a cure, but proper treatment can really improve your quality of life and longevity. In order to treat cystic fibrosis effectively, you need to pr...
How to Remove a Toothpaste Stain
Toothpaste is great for cleaning teeth, but it’s pretty annoying when it leaves stains on fabric or in the sink. Thankfully, it can be quickly and easily removed with common cleaning products. If the stain is on carpet or upholstery, use a liquid detergen...
How to Unclog an Exterior Drain Pipe
Notice an odd smell coming from a drain? Water pooling up around an outdoor drain after a heavy storm? Unfortunately, you probably have a clog. The good news is that this isn’t a particularly serious problem and tons of people run into this issue all the...
How to Play Tambola
Tambola is a popular version of Bingo and Housie which is played widely across India and Pakistan. The caller reads out the numbers that are randomly drawn to the audience. The players cross the number off their ticket if they have it after each number is...
How to Introduce Yourself in a Presentation
Introducing yourself in a presentation is more than just saying your name. It’s an opportunity for you to share relevant details about yourself and connect with your audience. It also sets the tone for the rest of the talk. How you introduce yourself will...