How To
How to Clean a Trombone
Trombone maintenance is a practice which should be a part of every trombonist’s daily playing routine. Keeping a clean instrument not only serves to maintain the value of your investment, but it also helps keep your slide and valve movements easy and smo...
How to Convert Text to Speech on Linux
Text to speech software isn't just for blind or partially sighted people. It can be useful for converting text to speech on the fly or to audio files to listen on your portable audio player. You can even set up instant messaging software to turn your mess...
How to Cure a Cold Fast
Although it's not a very serious virus, the common cold can make you feel miserable. The key to curing a cold fast is early detection. If you think you've contracted a cold, you need to take precautionary measures immediately. Increase your vitamins. Soot...
How to Get a US Government Job
Whether you are looking for the security and stability of the civil service or want to better yourself through public service, there is a government job to suit your goals. However, the job search and application process can be long and complicated. Knowi...
How to Read the Bass Clef
If you are learning the bassoon, the cello, or other low-pitched instrument, learning to read the bass clef is one of the first challenges you will face. Fortunately, by using some simple music theory concepts, mnemonic phrases and a bit of practice, you...
How to Become a Gamer
Gaming is a much broader and more accessible hobby than it was ten years ago. Despite what a small minority of gamers would have you believe, you don't need to prove your skills or join a clique to call yourself a gamer. Just like books or films, there's...
How to Get Rid of Fleas on a Kitten Too Young for Topical Ointments
As soon as your kitten is born, it is possible for it to get fleas. Unfortunately, in very young kittens, regular flea medications are too strong to use and will cause harm to your kitten. Ignoring the fleas is not an option, as they can grow in number...
How to Catch Your Crush's Attention
Having a crush can be hard, especially when you feel like they don’t even know that you exist. While there’s no secret formula to getting your crush’s attention, there are certain things that you can do to make sure you get on their radar. Put your best p...
How to Make Any Picture Your Computer or Phone's Wallpaper
You can use any image file as a background for your desktop or phone. On both mobile and desktop platforms, you will need to access the wallpaper interface through the settings, preview and adjust your wallpaper, and then confirm your selection. Wallpaper...
How to Drive if You Are Colorblind
Colorblindness is a visual condition that results in the decreased ability to see or distinguish between certain colors. This condition can make driving more difficult, but fortunately, it is easy to adapt. By learning to deal with lights (both traffic an...
How to Get Music off of YouTube to Make a Mix CD
This wikiHow will teach how to create a mix CD using music downloaded from YouTube videos.
How to Get Involved in Local Politics
People get into local politics for reasons as varied as having a say in their community, trying to make a difference, or wanting to change policies they don’t agree with. Getting involved can initially seem daunting if you don’t know where to begin, but w...
How to Stop Feeling Like Your Life Isn't Good Enough
In an age when money, fame, and good looks are idolized, it can be hard to feel great about life when you don't have these things. Feeling down about your life doesn't have to be a bad thing; it can actually be a useful motivator to help you get the life...
How to Treat a Concussion
When a blow to the head shakes the brain within the space between the brain and the skull, the resulting shaking is known as concussion.[1] X Research source VK, <i>First Aid Manual</i>, p. 180, (2006), ISBN 9-781405-315739 A concussion is the mos...
How to Learn to Be an Expert Map Reader
The ability to use maps can be the difference between a pleasant and enjoyable trip, and a trip with 30 stops to ask directions (and then having to follow the directions of strangers who may not be the most ideal navigators themselves.)
How to Make Chocolate Lip Balm
Make a yummy and delicious lip balm that soothes dry, chapped lips. These are great for party gifts, thank you presents, or for your own self indulgence.