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How to Monitor Internet Speed over Time on iPhone or iPad
This wikiHow teaches you how to track your internet download and upload speeds over a period of time on your iPhone or iPad. Although there are no ways to do this that are built-in to your iPhone or iPad, you can install a variety of free third-party apps...
How to Remove Ink from Plastic
Ink can be hard to clean off of many surfaces, and plastic is no exception. If you’ve got a plastic item that’s stained with ink, don’t throw it away. Instead, try wiping the affected area with a powerful household solvent like acetone, rubbing alcohol, h...
How to Dispose of X Ray Film
X-ray films are very useful and beneficial for making medical diagnoses, but you may be wondering what to do with yours months or even years down the road. Not only is it environmentally unfriendly to throw X-ray films in the trash, it’s actually illegal...
How to Dry Turmeric
Not only does turmeric taste delicious in everything from tofu to a cup of tea, turmeric is also known for its health benefits. When you learn to dry turmeric at home you will have easy access to a seasoning that fills your dishes with flavor and enhances...
How to Drink Bacardi: Straight, Mixed, & More
Bacardi Rum was established in Cuba in 1862 and has been a favorite spirit amongst partygoers, night-clubbers, and dinner guests ever since. Bacardi rums are sweeter and smoother than vodka, making them ideal for a variety of mixed drinks or a straight tr...
How to Measure a Tree's Diameter
A tree’s diameter is a useful metric for measuring its size, growth, and volume. You need to know the diameter to calculate the amount of the fertilizer a tree needs and also to determine its value in case you want to sell its wood. Since you probably don...
How to Shrink a Dress
If you own a dress that’s a bit too big, consider shrinking it yourself. It’s cheaper than taking it to the tailor for alterations, and all you need is a washing machine and dryer. If your dress is made of cotton or polyester, simply wash and dry on high...
Using a Reference Photo in Your Art: Ideas, Tips, & More
If you want to draw something on paper, you don't have to have it completely visualized and worked out in your head. Instead, you can have a general concept of what you want or a few ideas about certain elements of what you visualize, then photograph a si...
How to Take Lugol's Iodine Orally
Lugol’s iodine, sometimes called Lugol’s Solution or Lugol’s Strong Iodine Solution, is a combination of iodine and potassium iodide.[1] X Research source While it’s usually used as a topical treatment to prevent skin infections, your doctor...
How to Look Into Your Own Ear
If you want to take a look into your own ear, your options are pretty limited. You can buy one of the various models of otoscopes that attaches to a smartphone and follow its instructions. Otherwise, you'll have to rely on instructing a friend on how to u...
How to Cut Out a Star
If you want to make a perfect star, all you need to do is fold a piece of paper a few times and make a single cut! You can cut a standard 5-pointed star or a 6-pointed star with the same type of folds you’d use to make a paper snowflake. With a little pra...
How to Include References in a CV
A CV—or Curriculum Vitae—is a document that’s similar to a resume but used in medical, scientific, and academic fields. Most CVs contain a brief list of professional references, although the references section is shorter than it would be on a resume. CVs...
How to Dye Grey Hair Black
Grey hair tends to be coarse and wiry, making it harder to dye than other hair colors. That means if you’re dyeing your hair one all-over color, you might find that the grey hairs are nearly as visible as they were before you dyed them! Luckily, there are...
How to Start a Cover Letter Without a Recipient Name
If you're writing a cover letter to submit with your résumé to apply for a job, ideally, it should be addressed to a specific recipient. Knowing the hiring manager's name sends the message that you've done your homework and are serious about the job. Howe...
How to Store T‐Shirts
T-shirts can quickly pile up in your room if they’re not put away properly. If it feels like your room is overrun with T-shirts, it might be time to organize them. You can try out different folding styles, storage solutions, and donation plans to get your...
How to Use ibis Paint X to Shade Gacha Characters
Do you want to know how to shade your Gacha characters to make a thumbnail or to make a good series or mini-movie? This article will help you learn how to shade your characters with the ibis Paint X app! Ibis Paint X is an application for mainly drawing,...