How To
How to Use a Circular Saw
The circular saw is an essential part of every carpenter and craftsman’s toolkit. Circular saws make it possible to achieve clean, precise cuts through a variety of materials. It’s as simple setting your saw blade to the appropriate depth and angle, linin...
How to Sleep after Watching, Seeing, or Reading Something Scary
Sometimes watching a movie or reading a book can be so scary that it’s tough to fall asleep afterwards. Even a shadow or a strange noise can be enough to leave you lying awake for hours. You’re not alone in feeling this way, but with a few tricks you can...
How to Judge a Horse
Judging a horse's conformation takes practice, but anyone who has spent time around horses can learn to do it. Judges usually look for a combination of balance, structure, muscling, gait, and breed-specific features. Practice comparing different parts of...
How to Always Win an Argument
People make arguments to defend their standpoints while also showing that their opponent’s argument is flawed in some way. To win arguments, be prepared to use evidence to show why you’re right. You’ll also need to expose the weaknesses in your opponent’s...
How to Compliment Your Date
If you are on a date, a compliment can go a long way. Complimenting your crush helps the date go smoother and allows you to feel comfortable with each other. It is easy to get tongue tied and nervous when you are just beginning a relationship. If you have...
How to Hit a Home Run
Hitting one out of the park is every batter's dream. Bringing your team glory and a guaranteed run, home runs are not only exciting but a huge part of any baseball or softball team's offense. Swinging for the fences starts with a great swing, but there ar...
How to Get Rid of a Beehive
Bees are a key part of our planet’s ecosystem and should be left alone when they aren’t causing you any trouble. However, if you have a beehive on or near your house, you should take action. First, see if you can find a beekeeper who will relocate the hiv...
How to Show Your Ex You've Moved On
If you still have to see your ex regularly or have a habit of "bumping into" one another a lot, it's important to be able to demonstrate that you've moved on in positive ways and that seeing them again doesn't make you weaken your resolve or pine madly af...
How to Add Music to an iPod
This wikiHow teaches you how to add music to your iPod by using iTunes on your computer or by purchasing and downloading music using the iTunes Store app on the iPod.
How to Make a Spreadsheet in Excel
Do you need to create a spreadsheet in Microsoft Excel but have no idea where to begin? You've come to the right place! While Excel can be intimidating at first, creating a basic spreadsheet is as simple as entering data into numbered rows and lettered co...
How to Get Big Muscles Using Dumbbells
If you’re looking for big muscles, dumbbell workouts are a phenomenal way to go. While most people picture someone doing bicep exercises with dumbbells, you can actually incorporate dumbbells into a variety of exercises to get a full-body workout. Even if...
How to Be an Extrovert
Have you ever wanted to be the social butterfly at a party and feel comfortable meeting a lot of new people? Even if you normally keep to yourself and act introverted, there are a lot of things you can do to develop an extroverted mindset and socialize ev...
How to Ask a Female Friend out on a Date
Crushing on your friend is both exhilarating and stressful. You probably get to spend a lot of time with her, but you’re tired of being “just friends.” Fortunately, your friendship with her could give you an advantage when it comes to asking her out. Hope...
Easy Steps to Install a Sound Card
Looking to add some more powerful sound capabilities to your computer? Early computers needed to have sound cards installed in order to connect speakers, but most new computers have full sound functionality built-in already. If you do a lot of audio produ...
How to Change Who You Are
Everyone has, at one time or another, wanted to change who they are. Reinvention can happen either consciously or unconsciously. If you've decided you want to intentionally transform who you are, you can do it by examining your habits, beliefs, and behavi...
How to Cook Steel Cut Oats
Steel-cut oats are whole grain oat groats that have been chopped into a few pieces, rather than rolled. They require a much longer cooking time than rolled or quick oats, but their chewy texture and rich, nutty flavor makes them well worth the extra wait....