10 Best Tech Tips for 2018


I want you to start the year right with the best tech tips one could hope for in 2018.

Tip #10 Master Media Literacy with Fake News

Media Literacy

Media Literacy

This tip unfortunately remains as relevant today as when I published this article. The main idea is to develop ourselves as knowledge constructors by critically curating a variety of resources.

Tip #9 Best Apps for Virtual Reality

Example of Virtual Reality

Virtual Reality

Are you ready to begin your journey into a new and virtual reality? Would you rather start with a pit stop in the augmented reality realm? These 7 apps are your starter kit.

Tip #8 Create a Random Spinning Wheel

Create a Random Name Picker

Random Name Picker

So many of you wrote to let me know how much you enjoy this toolkit. Make sure you know how to build your own random name picker and do other fabulous thing in two clicks with Google Sheets.

Tip #7 Path to Inbox Zen

5 Pro Tips for the Perfect Inbox

The Perfect Inbox

It’s time to crack the whip and master your inbox. Don’t drown in the flood of email. Start here and be on your way to regain your zen.

Tip #6 Screenshot with your Eyes Closed

Partial Screenshot to the Clipboard on a Mac

Master your Screenshot

This may seem like a very simple skill but can you answer these questions:

  1. Do you know how to copy part of your screen to a file on your laptop?
  2. Do you know how to copy your screen to your clipboard on your laptop?

Not sure? Just head over and refresh your memory, it is only a two minute read.

Tip #5 Growth Mindset Wallpapers

Growth Mindset Wallpapers

Growth Mindset

This was an absolute favorite this year. I received lots of positive feedback for these wallpapers which are ready to decorate your laptop screen. Be less ordinary.

Tip #4 Ticking Timers to Bookmark

Classroom Timer - Countdown Timer

Timers

The simplest of our best tech tips? Perhaps. The most effective? Definitely. Bookmark this article and never fail to use the right online timer for an activity.

Tip #3 The New Google Calendar

New Version of Google Calendar

Hear hear, the new Google Calendar has come. It’s enough of a design refresh that you should explore our piece and discover the new features available to you. Don’t get frustrated by this update, learn the ins and outs of scheduling your next appointment.

Tip #2 How to Publish Your Own Website

Ultimate Guide to WordPress Website

Ultimate Guide to WordPress

I wrote this guide out of necessity: WordPress is a big production now and you need steps to use it effectively. Cut though the overly complex interface, follow my lead and you will be able to design an amazing website with beautiful photos in no time.

Tip #1 the List of Best Tech Tips Continues

Best Tech Tips

Best Tech Tips

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