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How to Record Electric Guitar
Once you've mastered a few songs on the guitar, you may want to record what you can do so others can hear you shred a wicked solo. Or you may want to use your recording to help improve your skills. In either case, recording your electric guitar outside of...
How to Choose the Right Man to Marry
Choosing a life partner is a big decision and not one to take lightly. When choosing a man to marry, ask yourself lots of questions and evaluate what you want. Know your own role and responsibilities in creating a happy relationship and recognize that it’...
How to Cite Journal Articles
Citing reference materials properly will add clarity and consistency to an essay or other scholarly project. Here is how to cite journal articles using several popular styles of citation. Unless otherwise noted, add a period after each "sentence," or segm...
How to Cook Bean Sprouts
Bean sprouts are common ingredients in many Asian cuisines and are often used in salads or stir fry. The most common come from mung beans, which are sprouted commercially under specific light-dark conditions. They look like white roots attached to greenis...
How to Add a Shadow in Illustrator
Want to add depth to an object in Adobe Illustrator? We'll show you how to use Illustrator's Drop Shadow effect to place a shadow behind text, shapes, illustrations, and other objects to make them appear more three-dimensional on the page.
How to Host a Skype Movie Party With Your Friends
A Skype movie party is a great way to stay connected with friends or loved ones who you can’t see in-person. You’ll get to spend quality time together while enjoying a movie, making this a great way to keep in touch or celebrate special occasions over lon...
Easy Ways to Watch DVDs on Windows 8/10/11
Are you wondering how to watch a DVD on your computer? For a while now, Windows Media Player has not been able to play DVDs, so you need to use a third-party media player like VLC or buy Windows DVD Player from the Microsoft Store. Read on to learn more.
How to Develop As a Language Teacher
Teaching is an incredibly difficult job, especially with complex subjects like language and communication. There are countless resources and new theories available to help language teachers stay ahead of the curve regarding their career development. To co...
How to Write a Monologue for a Play
Dramatic monologues can be tricky to write as they must provide character detail and plot without bogging down the play or boring the audience. An effective dramatic monologue should express the thoughts of one character and add emotion or intrigue to the...
How to Add Two Numbers in Visual Basic.NET
This wikiHow teaches you how to create a simple Visual Basic program that allows you to find the sum of two numbers. In order to run your program, you will need a Visual Basic compiler such as Visual Studio 2017.
How to Write a Complaint Letter to Your Landlord
If you have a dispute with your landlord, it's important to put it in writing so you have a provable record of the dispute. Even if you've already spoken with your landlord or super, write a complaint letter that describes the problem and what you expect...
How to Avoid Tolls when Driving in New York
New York tolls can get really expensive. Tolls tend to rise over time, and if you have a commute every day expenses can really add up. You can find ways to avoid tolls all together by being open to alternative routes. You can also reduce the cost of tolls...
How to Draw a Nautical Star
The nautical star originated as a sailor's symbol referencing celestial navigation and safe journeys home. It is a popular tattoo motif and now often considered to have general connotations of finding one's own way in life. Note: You will need a mathemat...
How to Use Aloe Vera to Treat Acid Reflux
Acid reflux is an irritating condition where stomach acid flows back into your esophagus, leaving a painful feeling in your chest. You may get acid reflux from smoking, overeating, getting stressed, or eating certain foods. While acid reflux can make you...
How to Choose a Color for Suits
The first thing people will notice about your suit is the color, which means it will be the largest factor when making a first impression. Suit wardrobes should be built on a foundation of versatile, conservative suits, but there are events or occasions t...
How to Write a Landlord Reference for a Tenant
When a tenant decides to move, they might ask you for a reference letter. The letter does not need to be elaborate. Instead, you should explain whether the tenant was timely with rent payments, kept the property in good condition, and was respectful of ot...