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Is there a cash-back option for that store? The Cash Back Button tells you

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3 surprising uses for a Mac's Escape key

It does more than just exit out of stuff.

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<p>There’s always another way to tweak Gmail for a more efficient, organized, and relatively pain-free email experience. Here are 10 organization tips to help you get closer to the elusive dream of Inbox Zero.</p>

15 tips for organizing your Gmail

Your inbox is a mess. Here's how you can fix that.

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How to bring back the Escape key on a Touch Bar-equipped MacBook Pro

If you need a physical Escape key on your MacBook Pro, then you can have one.

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How to scan and archive your old printed photos

Whether you're looking to reduce clutter or share fond memories online, here are four methods for digitizing your print photo collection.

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7 ways to take screenshots in Windows 10

Capture all -- or just part -- of your screen with a few keystrokes.

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How to pair AirPods with an Android device

Yes, you can use AirPods with something that isn't made by Apple.

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9 Preview app tips every Mac owner should know

The Preview app can do more than simply preview files. See all that this sneakily powerful app on your Mac can do.

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<p>If, like me, you have a mostly open design standing desk, you know just how problematic cable management can be. However, you can easily tame the cables using just two Command Hooks.</p><p>Group the cables together so that they all come to the underside of the desk at the same point. Pull them taught and adhere a Command Hook where it will hold the cables with a small amount of pressure. This will keep them inside the shallow hook.</p><p>Take the second Command Hook and place it facing the opposite direction, close to the leg of the desk. Make sure this hook is placed so that it maintains the pressure on the cables. With this setup, the hooks are pulling against one another, gently, but enough so that the cables stay in place but aren’t difficult to reposition or readjust, if needed.</p><p>Since the second hook is near one of the legs, you can then use velcro straps or another tie method to group and hide them behind the leg.</p>

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Even Santa won't organize someone's photo library or set up a password-management system. If you have the skills, prepare to become a holiday hero.

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How to get a Touch Bar on your old Mac

Not sure if you're going to like using the Touch Bar on the new MacBook Pro? Here's how you can test it out on your old Mac before upgrading.

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7 tips and tricks for the MacBook Pro's Touch Bar

Get the most out of the Touch Bar with these handy tips.

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4 apps to show off the MacBook Pro's Touch Bar

Still skeptical about the Touch Bar? Try these apps.

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