Picture Manager allowed users to view and edit pictures, just like the current Photos app. However, it hadn’t been updated since MS Office 2003 (i.e., when XP reigned supreme on PCs across the world). Microsoft added the Photos app as a modern replacement to the Microsoft Office Picture Manager, so newer versions of MS Office no longer include the Picture Manager. However, if you’ve gotten comfortable making quick edits with the Picture Manager, you can still install it as a standalone app....

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to troubleshoot your Nest thermostat immediately following an installation attempt or after it’s been working for a while and suddenly stopped. Note: The troubleshooting steps below should work for the standard Nest and the Nest Learning Thermostat, with only some slight differences. Troubleshooting a Nest Thermostat During Installation Several things can go wrong during installation. Don’t assume that there’s something wrong with your thermostat if it doesn’t immediately turn on or display a flashing red light....

How to Update Microsoft Office on Windows Open a Microsoft Office application to a new or existing document and follow these steps to check for available updates. Microsoft Store Updates If you obtained your Microsoft Office suite from the Microsoft Store, you can check there for updates too. How to Update Microsoft Office on Mac Open a Microsoft Office app on your Mac like Microsoft Word or Excel. Then, follow these steps to check for and download available updates....

In this article, we’ll explain the difference between deleting and archiving messages. Then, we’ll cover how you can archive your messages, see archived messages, and unarchive them. What Is the Difference Between Archiving and Deleting Messages? You can delete individual messages to prevent your conversation partner from seeing them, and you can also delete entire conversations if they’re no longer needed. You cannot retrieve deleted messages—they’re gone for good. Archiving, on the other hand, lets you hide a conversation but preserve its contents in case you need to access or reactivate it later....

If you’re wondering about the amount of memory in your current or next Windows computer, it’s time to put your worries to rest. The Importance of RAM in a Windows PC Random Access Memory (RAM) is one of the most important components in a Microsoft Windows PC. It acts as short-term memory for your computer, allowing it to quickly access data it needs to run programs or perform any other tasks....

Another contributing factor is that server-based power is getting more pervasive and cheaper to use. Between the two, conditions are ripe for web apps to become the standard. The Problem with Web Apps However, there is one big problem facing web apps – the browser. If your desktop Microsoft Word also had a web address bar, a bookmarks bar, a bunch of extensions showing, and a row of tabs on top, you would probably get really frustrated with the clutter....

What Are the Similarities Between PowerPoint and Sway? Both Microsoft Sway and PowerPoint are tools for making presentations. They can both be used for business, school, or personal projects. You can make attractive presentations and reports and present them to your colleagues without leaving the PowerPoint or Sway app. These apps will let you customize text fonts, add photos and timers, animations and images, and various forms of multimedia. You’ll also be able to view the presentation while it goes through the creation process....

Sure, you have to do some research on what the right methodology is, but the point is that good recordings happen at the point of recording. Once you have to start fixing things in post you’re in for a world of hurt. That being said, even the best audio recording is going to have some imperfections that need to be polished out. The most common of these is background noise....

Several reasons result in Razer Synapse not opening. For example, it could be a malfunctioning Razer process or background service, a corrupt or damaged program installation, or a missing system file or component. Work through the suggestions and solutions in this troubleshooting guide to fix Razer Synapse opening issues in Windows 10 and 11. 1. Force-Quit Razer Synapse Processes Sometimes, the underlying processes related to Razer Synapse can crash or hang and prevent it from running....

Nowadays, a lot of printers are wireless or at least network-capable, meaning you can plug in a network cable and print without actually having to connect the printer to your computer via USB. It’s absolutely ridiculous if you buy a new printer today and it forces you to connect it to your computer for setup. Unfortunately, setting up a network or wireless printer is far more complicated just because you now have to deal with all kinds of equipment in between the two devices....

As irritating as this error is, it only requires a quick fix. So, here’s how you fix this error, and how to stop it from happening again. The “Ethernet Doesn’t Have a Valid IP Configuration” Error Your computer needs a valid IP address before it can communicate with your router and the internet. If it doesn’t have one, you won’t be able to access your emails, social media, online streaming services, or otherwise....

Despite its benefits, there are times when the feature malfunctions. If you’re on this page because Windows 10 Night Light is not working on your Windows 10 computer, try the potential solutions listed below. 1. Check Night Light Schedule If you configured Windows to activate Night Light automatically but it doesn’t, check your Night Light schedule settings and confirm the hours. Go to Settings > System > Display and click Night light settings....

PSOD is a less familiar Windows error that both software and hardware failure can cause. Even the graphic driver issue or the temperature of your PC unit can trigger a Pink Screen of Death. Because there are many potential causes, you’ll need to go through several troubleshooting steps to identify the problem. Understand the Pink Screen of Death Error Screens of death are fatal system errors. When they happen, your PC’s operating system displays an error message on the screen written over a uniformly colored screen....

In this article, we explain eight methods you can use to resurrect your computer from the White Screen of Death. What Causes the White Screen of Death Problem? The White Screen of Death error, like the infamous Blue Screen of Death, is most commonly produced by hardware failures. However, the issue can also be caused by software malfunctions. Common causes of the white screen error include: 8 Ways to Fix White Screen of Death Here are eight fixes for the White Screen of Death, starting with the easiest and progressing to the more in-depth fixes....

If you use Zoom a lot for your virtual meetings, you’ve probably heard that question several times. Nothing is more frustrating than not being able to hear what the speaker or other participants are saying during a Zoom call. Worse still is if it’s your turn to speak and no one can hear you. There are several causes for Zoom audio issues, which range from software bugs and Zoom microphone issues to an outdated Zoom app and problems with your headphones or computer audio....

The Microsoft Store’s 0x80131500 error code can show up for several reasons. For example, you might be dealing with a buggy Microsoft Store installation, conflicting network settings, or user profile corruption. Work through the fixes below to fix the Microsoft Store error code 0x80131500 in Windows 11 and 10. 1. Enable the Background Intelligent Transfer Service Native Windows apps use a background service called Background Intelligent Transfer Service (or BITS) to handle uploads and downloads....

For instance, some users report that their Fire TV keeps freezing and lagging frequently. There are several factors that cause this. In this post, we highlight some of these factors and their respective solutions. 1. Check Your Internet Connection If you can navigate the Fire TV interface but video content keeps buffering or freezing, your internet connection is most likely the problem. Interestingly, Fire OS lets you check the status of your Wi-Fi connection....

1. Check Zoom Server Status Zoom may not work on your device if there’s an issue with Zoom’s server. Before trying any troubleshooting fixes, check that Zoom’s servers are operational. Open your web browser and visit the Zoom Service Status website (status.zoom.us). If Zoom Meetings status doesn’t read “Operational,” the Zoom application may not work correctly on your PC or MacBook. Keep an eye on the server status page and try using the Zoom app when the server becomes operational again....

Many reasons can stop the Alt-Tab keyboard shortcut from working correctly on your computer. Technical glitches, corrupt keyboard drivers, conflicting system settings, etc., are just a few. Below, you will find several troubleshooting tips and methods to fix issues with Alt-Tab not working in Windows 10. Feel free to skip any that don’t apply. 1. Restart Windows Explorer In almost all cases where the Alt-Tab shortcut fails to work, you can fix it immediately by restarting the Windows Explorer process....

Thanks to Google’s web-centric Chrome operating system, which is built based on Linux, Chromebooks aren’t susceptible to any known viruses. In addition, Chrome OS can’t run .exe files, so it’s impossible to install most malware on a Chromebook. While Chromebooks have several native security features, there are still security threats that could ruin your Chromebook experience For this reason, it’s good to have an antivirus for Chromebook as an added layer of protection for your data....