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How to Talk to Your Doctor About Getting Pain Medication
If you’re experiencing moderate to severe pain—whether chronic or due to an injury or medical condition—you can ask your primary-care physician for a diagnosis and potentially, a pain medication. In some circumstances, doctors may be skeptical of your req...
How to Freshen Your Home with Lavender
Lavender is a light, pleasant scent. Freshening your home with this scent can help relax you and chase away other odors. You can freshen your home with lavender by making air fresheners or deodorizing sprays, placing sachets and potpourri, or using it whe...
How to Predict Your Baby's Eye Color
There are no definite ways to predict eye color, but there are some steps you can take to make an educated guess when predicting your baby’s eye color. The most obvious place to start is noting the color of the parents’ eyes. You can increase the accuracy...
How to Determine the Sex of a Fish
Figuring out the sex of a specific fish can be quite difficult if you don't know much about fish anatomy, but it's definitely doable. To figure out the sex of a fish, you'll have to observe the fish's size, shape, appearance, and behavior. For more inform...
How to Get an App ID on Facebook
This wikiHow teaches you how to create a new App ID on the Facebook for Developers page in order to integrate Facebook into your app or website.
How to Change the Settings on WhatsApp on Android
This wikiHow teaches you how to open the Settings menu in WhatsApp to customize your account and app preferences, using an Android.
How to Clean Microfiber with Alcohol
Microfiber is often used as an affordable substitute for leather or suede furniture. Although this fabric is fairly inexpensive, it can be tricky to clean. You should not clean microfiber using water or water based cleaners because this will leave a wet m...
How to Verify a Chat Is End‐to‐End Encrypted on WhatsApp on Android
This wikiHow teaches you how to verify end-to-end encryption on any chat conversation on WhatsApp, using your Android. All WhatsApp chats are encrypted by default, but you have to manually scan a QR code or compare a 60-digit numeric code if you want to v...
How to Clean Fish Tank Rocks
Uneaten food and fecal matter can settle in the bottom of your fish tank, making your gravel grimy. Periodically removing this waste and debris creates a healthier environment for your fish. Whether you have a small tank with just one goldfish or a large...
How to Clean Grout with Baking Soda
Without cleaning, your grout changes from a clear white to an unappealing brown. With baking soda, you can effectively remove dirt and mold stains without having to hire a professional. To get your grout clean again, make a baking soda and water paste, ap...
How to Ask a Guy Out over Text
When you really like a guy, texting is a great way to ask him out, and it is low-pressure for both of you. If you decide to ask a guy out over text, there are good and bad ways to do it. It's good to text with him for a while before you ask him out. The c...
How to Clean Deck Wood
Your deck needs to be cleaned and maintained to look its best. Cleaning your deck will ensure the wood is free of grime, dirt, and debris. To clean deck wood, start by prepping the deck properly. Then, clean the deck with a scrub brush or a pressure washe...
How to Stay Off Social Media
Social media can be a great way to stay connected with friends and family, and stay up-to-date about what’s happening in the world. On the other hand, excessive social media use can result in low self-esteem, decreased productivity, and even depression....
How to Clean Mortar Off Bricks
Dried-on mortar over the face of brick is unsightly and can ruin the appearance of a wall. The easiest way to have clean bricks is to prevent mortar splatter during wall construction, but you can also chisel off the mortar once it's dried. For mortar that...
How to Clean Oxidized Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum wheels naturally oxidize over time, leaving them susceptible to dirt buildup and damage and in need of a good cleaning. Other buildups, such as corrosive brake dust, can compromise the integrity of your wheels as well. Cleaning your aluminum whee...
How to Clean a Saltwater Tank
If you're setting up a saltwater tank or already have one, you'll need to learn how to clean it. Fortunately, with regular cleaning, a saltwater tank is just as easy to clean as a freshwater tank. Follow daily or weekly, biweekly, and long-term cleaning s...