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How to Clear a Paper Jam
However advanced your printer, one piece of wrinkled paper can grind it to a halt. Most paper jams are straightforward mechanical problems. It can take patience to remove the paper, but once you've found it, you know the solution. If you can't find the is...
How to Speak Spanish (Basics)
Believe it or not, Spanish is the second-most spoken language on the planet.[1] X Research source Developing your Spanish-speaking skills is a great way to meet new people, communicate with Spanish speakers, and immerse yourself in a new way...
How to Deal With Less Intelligent People
It can be frustrating to have to deal with people who are less intelligent than you. You may feel that you are constantly having to answer questions or carry their weight. Unfortunately, there's nothing you can do to change their intelligence. You can, ho...
How to Parkour
Parkour is a natural method for training the human body to be able to leap and move from place to place by climbing, jumping and flipping. This 'art of displacement' requires neither specific structures nor accessories for its practice: The body is the on...
How to Keep Wool Clothing Safe From Moths
Two types of moths are known to plague wool, silk, cashmere, and other textile items: webbing clothes moths and casemaking clothes moths. They prefer to live in dark places, like your closet. They lay their eggs on animal fibers, like wool, which, when th...
Simple Glass Fusing Instructions for Beginning Fusers
The art of fusing different glasses together can be used to create sculptures, jewelry, dishware, and other beautiful pieces. Despite the intricate appearance of fused glass, the process of fusing glass together is quite simple. With the right tools and s...
How to Make Hunch Punch
Hunch Punch, also known as Jungle Juice or Purple Jesus, is a potent cocktail. The cocktail is extremely popular on college campuses mostly for its strength, but some also enjoy its delicious, fruity taste. But you don't necessarily have to be a student t...
How to Keep Bass and Other American Gamefish in Your Home Aquarium
Many people don’t realize that they can stock their home aquariums with native fish, rather than exotic ones. If you’re interested in keeping American gamefish, you’ll need to procure a large tank and consider which types of fish you’d like to add to it....
How to Convince Your Man to Get a Cat
Have you decided that a cat is the perfect pet for you, but you're unsure about how to convince your significant other? The idea of initiating this conversation may seem stressful and you may also worry that it will negatively impact your relationship. Ho...
An Easy Guide to Lacing Vans: Old Skools, High Tops, & More
Vans are the most popular skate shoes in the world for a reason. Sleek and chic, pretty much everyone looks cool in a pair of Old Skools or Sk8 Highs…as long as they’re laced properly. If you need some advice on lacing your Vans shoes, you’ve come to the...
How to Calibrate Your Monitor
This wikiHow teaches you how to calibrate a computer monitor to ensure that your color and light settings are correct. Monitor calibration is important when you use your monitor to create or edit visual projects for other people, as poor calibration may r...
How to Read a Weather Map
Knowing how to read a weather map can help you understand the weather and know what to expect. For example, high pressure (H) areas will have clear skies, while low pressure (L) areas can be stormy. Blue "cold front" lines bring rain and wind in the direc...
How to Winterize Your Washer
Washers generally require a minimum of service, however winterizing can prolong the life of your appliance. This primarily applies if you keep your washer in an unheated part of the house-- the basement, bonus room or garage, for example.
How to Be a History Buff
If you love history and want to explore the field more, then you are ready to become a history buff! It is time to indulge your history habit and be as knowledgeable a buff as possible. Learn as much as you can about history from your home, and then take...
How to Stop Thinking About Sex
Thinking about sex is perfectly natural. We're hormonal, sexual beings, whose genes drive us to procreate. But sometimes, sexual thoughts can become overwhelming, making it difficult to focus and difficult to get simple things done. However, it's possible...
How to Control Foot Odor with Baking Soda
Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is noted for its ability to absorb moisture and odors and has a demonstrated ability to kill odor-causing bacteria.[1] X Research source In addition to being a must-have in your fridge, there ar...