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Clock, Language, and Region

Tutorials, and articles about changing your date, and time settings. How to personalize the language used by your apps and operating systems. How to set your region-related settings.

How to use Apple Maps offline on an iPhone

How to use Apple Maps offline on an iPhone

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 19.01.2024
If you know you’re going to travel in an area where mobile internet is unreliable or where data usage is costly, you may want to download offline maps in Apple Maps on your iPhone. Offline maps let you view the map and get directions without...
How to change the Microsoft Store region in Windows

How to change the Microsoft Store region in Windows

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 11.01.2024
The region or country setting in Windows can have an effect on the apps and games you get access to in the Microsoft Store. If you set the wrong region, you may not be able to find or use certain apps or content that are...
How to change the language on Windows’ lock screen

How to change the language on Windows’ lock screen

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 08.01.2024
Did you install an English version of Windows on your computer, only to change the default display language to another language afterward? Like maybe Spanish, French, German, or any other language you prefer using? If you did that, you probably found out the hard way...
How to use your iPhone in StandBy (nightstand mode)

How to use your iPhone in StandBy (nightstand mode)

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 27.12.2023
With iOS 17, Apple introduced a new feature for iPhones called StandBy. It’s something you may not have heard of before, but you may have stumbled across it while using your iPhone or while checking out what’s new in the Settings app. StandBy is quite...
How to show the seconds on your Windows 11 clock

How to show the seconds on your Windows 11 clock

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 03.11.2023
Some people want their Windows 11 clock to show the seconds, not just the hours and minutes, as it does by default. This wasn’t possible in the initial version of Windows 11, but Microsoft added this feature in an update that came out in July...
How to change the keyboard language shortcut in Windows 11

How to change the keyboard language shortcut in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 25.04.2023
If you’re a multilingual person and need to chat or write in several languages on your Windows 11 computer, you might want to know how to change the language keyboard shortcut. While you can always use the language button in the system tray to switch...
How to change the keyboard language on Windows 11

How to change the keyboard language on Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Ciprian Adrian Rusen
  • 24.01.2023
Did you know that around 43% of people are bilingual, with a further 17% being multilingual? That’s not surprising considering how intertwined the world is and how many people change the country they live in. In such a multilingual space, typing in multiple languages and...
5 things you can do with the Windows Clock app

5 things you can do with the Windows Clock app

  • misc
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 11.01.2023
Introduced with Windows 11, the Clock app is now also included in Windows 10, replacing the old Alarms & Clock. However, despite its simple name, the Windows Clock app brings several improvements and the Focus sessions to help you concentrate on your daily tasks and...
How to use the Windows Stopwatch

How to use the Windows Stopwatch

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 09.12.2022
There is no standalone Windows stopwatch app, but the Stopwatch built into the Clock app is very easy to use. Designed with sporting events in mind, the Windows Stopwatch lets you time anything accurately, helping you record laps and splits as well. Read this guide...
How to use alarms in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to use alarms in Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 14.11.2022
Knowing how to use alarms in Windows 10 or Windows 11 can come in handy. Whether you want a backup alarm to ensure you make that super-important early morning meeting, or need help organizing your daily schedule, the built-in alarm clock in Windows 10 or...
How to use the Windows Timer

How to use the Windows Timer

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 27.10.2022
While there isn’t an official stand-alone timer app for Windows, you can use the Timer in the Clock app to keep track of time. If you forgot something in the oven because you were all caught up in a video game, or you spaced out...
Check times in different countries with the Windows Clock app

Check times in different countries with the Windows Clock app

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 30.09.2022
Whether it’s friends, family, or even coworkers, many of us keep in touch with people who live in completely different time zones. As such, there are times when you find yourself wondering about the time in another country before reaching out. Luckily, the Clock app,...
How do I add a clock to my Start Menu in Windows 10 and Windows 11?

How do I add a clock to my Start Menu in Windows 10 and Windows 11?

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 18.08.2022
The Windows Clock app has a feature called World clock, that lets you check at a glance the time for different cities around the world. But if you need the time for certain locations fairly often, it can get annoying to open the app every...
How to add clocks to the taskbar in Windows 10 and Windows 11

How to add clocks to the taskbar in Windows 10 and Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 03.08.2022
If you need to keep in touch with people from different time zones, you can add two additional clocks to the Windows taskbar to quickly check the time in their part of the world. Having multiple clocks available also comes in handy if you are...
How to share location on iPhone: All you need to know

How to share location on iPhone: All you need to know

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 09.11.2021
Knowing how to share location on an iPhone can come in handy in many situations. Maybe you’re having car trouble and need a friend to come and pick you up. Perhaps you’re late meeting someone and want to show them where you are without texting...
How to share location on Android

How to share location on Android

  • tutorial
  • Diana Ann Roe
  • 03.11.2021
Knowing how to share location on Android can be extremely useful. Maybe you’re stranded somewhere and need a friend to pick you up. Or perhaps you’re organizing a party or a family gathering and want to make sure people know where to meet up. Whenever...
How to remove Windows display languages

How to remove Windows display languages

  • tutorial
  • Codrut Neagu
  • 07.10.2021
Both Windows 11 and Windows 10 are operating systems that allow you to use them in various languages, depending on what you prefer. It’s easy to add a new language pack and get yourself the Windows display language you like and understand. However, sometimes, you...
How to set and configure Location Services in Windows 11

How to set and configure Location Services in Windows 11

  • tutorial
  • Tudor Dan
  • 22.09.2021
Location Services allow for a more personalized experience in Windows 11 by enabling location-based information to be displayed. Precise location means better weather reporting, more relevant local news, and overall greater functionality for apps and Windows. The downside is that by turning on Location Services,...