How To
How to Safely Remove a Light Fixture
With a few tools and a bit of practice, you will be able to remove light fixtures in your own home both quickly and safely. Before you begin working on a light fixture, always turn the power off first. Remove the light shade or bowl, unscrew the light bul...
How to Wear a Wig When You Have Long Hair
If you want to try other hairstyles but don't want to cut your own luscious locks, a wig is a great option! With long hair, you need to tuck the hair up under the wig. The easiest way to contain your hair is to braid it and wrap it around your head. If yo...
How to Send Your ACT Scores to Colleges
If you're ready to register for the ACT test, you likely have a lot of questions. While you may be anxious about the test itself, you don't need to worry about sending your scores to colleges. When you register, you can list colleges and ACT will send you...
How to Fix a Dislocated Finger
A dislocated finger can be very painful! Fortunately, they're usually not serious and are relatively easy for a doctor to put back into place. A finger can be dislocated any time it receives a direct impact in a direction it doesn't bend. This causes one...
How to Do Half Up Half Down Hairstyles
Half up half down hairstyles are easy to create and extremely versatile. Try a messy half bun or tousled half up braids for a laid-back, casual vibe. For more formal styles, try a twisted halo or half double French braids. Be sure to have extra bobby pins...
How to Grow a Plum Tree
Growing your own plum tree in your backyard is a gratifying experience. After planting, watering, pruning, and maintaining your tree, it will bear delicious plums to reward you for your work. With regular care, your plum tree will continue to bloom and pr...
How to Peel a Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes are delicious vegetables that are used in a variety of sweet and savoury dishes. However, peeling sweet potatoes can be quite difficult due to the tough skin! For peeling uncooked sweet potatoes, remove any woody parts first and then use ei...
How to Boost Your Motivation When You're Dealing with Depression
Dealing with depression is difficult and frustrating, but there is hope. Better days will eventually come along. In the meantime, you can motivate yourself to get through your day or work toward a goal. Getting motivated may not be easy, but you can do it...
How to Get to Lord Howe Island
Lord Howe Island is a popular year-round tourist destination and stopover spot for yachts sailing the Tasman Sea. Fly to the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage island on small propeller planes from the Australian mainland, or sail in on your own private yach...
How to Buy Index Funds Online
If you're looking for a low-cost, low-risk investment option, index funds are the way to go. Since index funds track the performance of a stock index, such as the S&P 500 or NASDAQ, they're diversified by default. You can either invest in one online throu...
How to Apply Foundation with a Sponge
Applying foundation can help even out the skin tone on your face. You can hide blemishes, dark spots, or redness by using foundation to create naturally even-looking skin. Makeup sponges are a popular makeup tool since they are easy to use with different...
How to Carve a Leg of Lamb
Lamb is quickly gaining popularity as more than a traditional Easter dish. There are many delicious recipes for preparing a leg of lamb, but carving and serving the cooked lamb may be unfamiliar for a first-time chef. After you prepare the lamb, allow u...
The Complete Guide to Defrosting a Refrigerator Fast
Refrigerators can become frosty and icy for lots of reasons — whether the door has been left open, you’ve put hot food in to cool, or the door just has a bad seal, annoying frost can build up and begin to smell. It’s no glamorous job, but at some point yo...
How to Make Liked Music Private on YouTube Music on iPhone or iPad
This wikiHow teaches you how to keep all your liked videos private on your YouTube Music account, using an iPhone or iPad. When you set your likes to private, other users will not be able to see what you like.
How to Use an Accelerometer
Accelerometers are unique electromechanical devices that measure acceleration forces, such as the 9.8 meters per second squared of gravity constantly pulling on stationary objects like your computer. In fact, computer companies have started installing acc...
How to Eat a Pickle
Pickles are versatile condiments that you can add to many meals or just enjoy by themselves. Whether they’re raw or cooked, pickles pack a lot of flavor into each bite. When you have a craving for a pickle, try making an easy snack or using it as the star...