How To
How to Make a Vacuum Chamber
Building a vacuum chamber gives you a fun way to do experiments at home, as well as do things like degas silicone or stabilize brittle wood. For a simple vacuum chamber to conduct a few small experiments, try a mason jar version with a vacuum pump. While...
How to Change Newtons to Kilograms
A kilogram is a unit of measuring mass, while a Newton is a unit of measuring force. Newtons, in SI (metric) measurements generally have units of kg-m/sec. squared. Nevertheless, by convention, a Newton can be converted to what is called kilogram-force un...
2 Easy Ways to Invite Friends to Facebook Messenger
Is somebody missing from your Facebook Messenger group chat? While adding someone who doesn't have Facebook can be confusing, it's easy to invite people using your Messenger link and invite existing users to chats. This wikiHow article teaches you how to...
How to Unlock a SIM Card on an iPhone: Turning Off the SIM PIN
Trying to turn off the SIM PIN feature on your iPhone? This wikiHow teaches you how to remove the security code from your iPhone's SIM card. Doing so will allow you to restart your phone and make calls without having to enter the SIM PIN. You can easily d...
How to Free Up Space on Snapchat
This wikiHow teaches you how to delete the data Snapchat stores to clear up some space on your device.
5 Simple Ways to View Downloaded Files on Your iPhone
Are you trying to find files saved to your iPhone? Downloaded files—such as documents, PDFs, large images, and more—will usually go to the "Files" app on your iPhone unless you designated a different location. Additionally, saved pictures can usually be f...
How to Use WD‐40 Around the House
WD-40 is a pressurized spray lubricant, and is commonly sold in hardware stores, home-supply stores, and even supermarkets. The product can be used for a large variety of household applications, but is most commonly applied to rusted or lubricating joints...
How to Ask Someone to Be Your Groomsman
Once you and your fiance have chosen your wedding party, you’ll need to ask each prospective groomsman if he's up for it. If possible, plan to ask each groomsman in person. There are a handful of playful and humorous ways to ask too. You may want to send...
How to Handle Your Child's First Crush
A first crush can be an exciting time for a child, but it’s totally understandable if you’re a little freaked out. You may wonder how you should handle their feelings, what advice you should give them, or how to explain how relationships work. That’s wher...
How to Make Tissue Paper Suncatchers With Contact Paper or Wax Paper
Sun catchers are a simple way to add some color to your window. Instead of buying a suncatcher, why not make your own using tissue paper? The colors and design possibilities are endless! In this article, we'll explain how to make a tissue paper suncatcher...
When Is It Okay to Hug Someone?
Hugging is a common way to greet and relate to other people, but you might be wondering when it’s okay to embrace an acquaintance, friend, or coworker. Luckily, there are simple ways to tell if it’s okay to hug someone, like asking for their permission or...
How to Prepare for a Cholesterol Test
People get cholesterol tests in order to assess their risk of heart disease. As cholesterol levels indicate the amount of lipids—that is, different kinds of fats—in your blood, a high result means that a person will need to take measures to lower their c...
How to Speak Supportively to Someone with Depression
Depression is a serious mental health issue. If someone you love is depressed, you probably want to help. People with depression are often hesitant to open up, so gently encourage the person to talk. Let them know you're there for them and ask what, speci...
How to Make Scrambled Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict is a favorite dish for brunch and special occasions. You might enjoy a fresh twist on this classic by making scrambled Eggs Benedict. Should you be a little more adventurous, an artichoke/pancetta version of this dish might be right up your...
How to Reduce the Size of Images Sent by Text on an iPhone
This wikiHow teaches you how to set your iMessage to rescale and resize all image attachments to a smaller file size. Rescaled files will be slightly lower in image quality, but they will help you save up on your mobile data plan, and your iMessages with...
How to Lower Your Investment Fees
For investors, fees are an ever-present issue that can greatly affect your return on investment over time. Even fees that seem small can add up if you hold your investments for decades. Indeed, most advertisements for brokers or investment services will t...