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Hannah Dillon
wikiHow Technology Writer
Education
- BA in Journalism, North Dakota State University
- BS in Software Engineering, Western Governors University (In Progress)
Expertise
- Gaming
- Apple devices
- CSS
- HTML
- JavaScript
- SQL
- Angular
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Sheets
- Amazon Web Services
- Cloud Computing
Professional Achievements
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
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Co-authored Articles (1338)
How to Set Google as Your Default Search Engine: 11 Easy Ways
Change your default search on Windows, Mac, iPhone, & AndroidThis wikiHow teaches you how to set Google as your browser's search engine. This is possible on both mobile and desktop versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, an...
How to Download Any Video for Free: 5 Step-by-Step Methods
Learn how to download an online video for free with this guide Don't you wish you could download streaming videos from the web so you can watch them whenever you want? You're in luck—even if a website doesn't technical...
6 Quick Ways to Scan a QR Code with a Phone or Computer
How to scan a QR code on an Android, iPhone, or ComputerQR codes are black and white squares that store information, such as links, phone numbers, and images. Newer smartphones have built-in QR readers right in the Camer...
How to Change the Keyboard Color on a PC: Shortcuts & More
An easy guide to changing the backlight color of your RGB keyboardDoes your desktop or laptop computer have an RGB backlit keyboard? Whether you have a gaming laptop or a standalone RGB keyboard, it's easy to change the ...
How to Fix an AirTag That Won't Refresh: 9 Quick Fixes
Update your AirTag's location with these workarounds Has your AirTag been displaying the same location for a while, even though you've moved it? Perhaps your AirTag is missing, and you've been trying to find it with the ...
11 Tips & Tricks to Fix a Missing Windows Laptop Mouse Cursor
Troubleshoot cursor-related problems on your PC laptop Has your mouse cursor suddenly disappeared from your laptop screen? This can be frustrating and worrying, especially since computers are difficult to use with just a...
How to See Who Views Your Facebook Profile
Are you curious about who's been viewing your Facebook profile? While some apps and websites claim they can show you your recent profile views, they don't work. But don't worry—there are still several things you can do...
How to Get Past the Activation Lock on an iPhone or iPad without the Seller
Bypass the iCloud activation lock even if the device's previous owner isn't around If you've bought an iPhone or iPad second-hand, you may have come across the activation lock during setup. Activation lock is a security ...
How to Create a Google Account Using a New or Existing Email
A step-by-step guide to creating a Google account Do you want a new Google account? A Google account is the key to accessing all of Google’s products and services, most of which are free. Once you create a Google accou...
How to See Your Instagram Stalkers: Stories, Stats, & Apps
Find out who is spending the most time on your Instagram profileDo you think someone is stalking your Instagram account? It is possible to gain some clues as to who might be stalking your account within the Instagram app...
5 Ways to Find Out What Version of Windows You Have
Simple steps to check what version of Windows you're runningIf you're doing some troubleshooting for your computer, you may need to know what version and build of Windows you are running. This can help others narrow down...
6 Easy Ways to Block Shorts on YouTube on Mobile & Desktop
Ways to stop Shorts from showing on YouTubeAre you tired of seeing YouTube Shorts as you scroll through the app? You're definitely not alone! But whether we like short-form videos or not, YouTube Shorts, YouTube's answer...
How to Enable (or Disable) Secure Boot in Windows 10 and 11
Plus, how to check your Secure Boot status outside of BIOS Are you trying to turn on Secure Boot on your Windows PC? Whether you have a Windows 10 computer and you're trying to upgrade to Windows 11 or you have a Windows...
6 Simple Ways to Open the Command Line in Windows
A quick guide to accessing the Windows command prompt (CMD)The command prompt can be used to execute specific commands and perform advanced functions. If you need to troubleshoot your Windows laptop or computer, you may ...
Easy Ways to Get Help in Windows 11: Complete Guide
Learn how to troubleshoot errors and get assistance from MicrosoftDo you need help with Windows 11? If something is going wrong, it can be hard to know exactly how to fix the problem. Thankfully, Windows has some built-i...
How to Schedule a Shutdown for Your PC or Mac Computer
Learn how to automatically turn your PC or Mac offDo you want to schedule an automatic shutdown for your PC or Mac? It's easy to make any desktop or laptop computer turn off or restart at a particular time, either just o...
How to Sign in to Outlook: Guide for Desktop & Mobile
Log into Outlook with these easy-to-follow instructionsNeed to sign in to your Outlook account? If so, you've come across the right article. This wikiHow teaches you how to sign in to your Microsoft Outlook email account...
How to Check Computer Specs on PC, macOS, and Linux
See detailed hardware & software specifications for any computerWhether you're looking to upgrade your current computer, trying to fix a problem with your device, or looking to try a new game or program, it's important t...
How to Tell if Someone Blocked You on Messenger: Full Guide
Plus, how to find out if your messages are restrictedIf you're worried someone blocked you on Facebook Messenger, there are some simple signs to look for. While there's no built-in Messenger feature that tells you if you...
Try One of These YouTube Downloaders to Save Your Videos
8 safe and (mostly) free YouTube video downloadersIf you want to download YouTube videos and play them offline, there are several options available. In this article, we’ll tell you about some of the best YouTube downlo...
