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How To: Insert and remove page numbers in MS Word 2007

This video will demonstrate the process to implement page numbers in your Microsoft Word 2007 documents. The video starts out by showing the Insert Tab on the Microsoft Word 2007 Ribbon. On the Insert Ribbon, you will see an icon titled Page Number. All of the Page Number options are available when you click the down arrow directly beside the icon. The are many different position options such top of page, bottom of page, page margins, or current position. The customization options are as endl...

How To: Jailbreak version 3.1.2 iPhone and iPod with Blackra1n

iPodTouchHelping teaches you how to Jailbreak version 3.1.2 iPhone and iPod using Blackra1n. Connect your iPod or iPhone to your computer and make sure it appears in iTunes. You need to go to Blackra1n and click on the Windows icon. Download the program and run it. Click Make it rain in the Blackra1n application. You might get some error messages, just ignore them. The process will finish and the device will reboot. You will see the Blackra1n icon on your device, tap that and select Cydia and...

How To: Make a fried egg

Over medium heat warm a small amount of oil or butter – perhaps 1 ½ tsp – in a small (8 inch) skillet, or spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray. Crack an egg into the pan. Cook until the white appears solid (for about 3 to 4 minutes). For basted eggs, put 1 tsp or so of melted butter over the yolk. For eggs sunny-side up, remove the egg from the pan with a spatula and serve. For eggs over easy, carefully flip the egg over onto the yolk side and cook for another minute or two. (You will pr...

How To: Create the "Sin City" effect in Photoshop CS3 / CS4

This video tutorial by VvCompHelpvV gives you two methods to achieve the Sin City effect in your photos using Photoshop. The Sin City effect is making the main subject of the photo appear colored while the rest of the photo looks black and white. In the first method the subject should be selected using a pen-tool using the settings mentioned. After that right click on the selected areas and make the feather radius 3, inverse the selection and go to image > adjustments and de-saturate and your...

How To: Knit a color-graded hat

When it comes to knitting patterns, simple algorithms can have very aesthetically pleasing results. Take the simple color-graded hat. See how to knit a color-graded hat with this easy, up close demonstration by Judy Graham, Knitter to the Stars.

How To: Use ipconfig to determine an IP address in Windows XP

This video will show you how you can easily find out what your IP address is for a computer which is running the Windows XP operating system. You will first need to go to the start bar and click on the button which says "Run". Choose to run a program called "cmd" by typing this into the bar that appears. This will then open up a black box, where you should type in "ipconfig/all". Typing this in will offer you a list of information about the internet service you are currently using and one of ...

How To: Create an animation using a motion guide in Flash

This tutorial video, from tasktutorial demonstrates how to create animation using the motion guide function in Flash. You will learn how to create an object, in this case, a ball, and create an animation that makes it appear to bounce. The guide shows you, how to add a motion guide by selecting a key frame and drawing it in. Then you will learn how to snap the object to your guide line, and add motion to it by selecting another key frame between the first and last frames, and snapping the obj...

How To: Create a custom flash cursor in Flash

In this flash tutorial the instructor shows how to create a custom cursor. This is created using shapes and simple Action Scripts. First open the flash tool and create a simple shape. Then convert the shape in to a movie clip and add simple animation to it where it switches colors. Now create a new layer and add Action Script code as shown in the video. This Action Script code is a command to make the shape follow the cursor. Now the shape follows the cursor as the cursor moves and appears as...

How To: Create a new Skype account

For people who would like to find an easy way to communicate with their loved ones via video or voice chat on their computer, this video will show you how to create and use a Skype account. After going onto Skype.com, you should download Skype, since you will not be able to use this without having the program on your computer. After downloading the file, you should then create an account on the program that appears, creating a username and password. By following these simple steps, anyone wil...

How To: Create a metallic black & white portrait in Photoshop

This video tutorial explains how to use Adobe Photoshop in order to create a unique metallic black and white effect. This simple technique (accessible to both newbies and experts) allows one to easily make photographs appear metallic. This technique requires minimal prior knowledge, walking viewers through the steps, from the application of filters (such as high pass) to the introduction of a black & white gradient. Finally, a subtle sepia tone completes the effect. This technique is useful f...

How To: Convert an image to mosaic in Illustrator

Illustrator is a great tool for creating individual artwork. Creative and clever, it has many functions, one of which is mosaic. If you want to make your illustration or design appear to have a myriad of tiny 'squares' like a Roman mosaic, this guy can help you do it. The short clip explains clearly how to bring the chosen effect to your design. You can see on screen exactly how to do it, so you're not left in the dark, searching every menu for the right tool.

How To: Drag and drop objects in Flash

Tasktutorial.com shows us how to create drag and drop functionality into a flash program. Start off by making a few shapes in flash and then add color to each of them, a different one for each shape in order to differentiate between them. After doing this select all the shapes by dragging the cursor over them, once done distribute the shapes into layers by going into the 'modify' drop-down button at the top, then timeline and there will be the option to distribute. Now we have to turn the sha...

How To: Knit the triangle edge stitch

See how to knit the triangle edge stitch when stitching, with this easy, up close demonstration by Judy Graham, Knitter to the Stars. Judy's knits have appeared in movies, television, and concerts for over thirty years. She herself has been hand-knitting for over fifty. Watch as she teaches you how to knit a triangle edge stitch when knitting in this three-part video tutorial.

How To: Make your own scratch holograms

Holography is the scattering of light from an object, which is recorded and reconstructed to create the hologram. As the viewer or viewing mechanism moves, the image appears three dimensional. This instructional video shows how to craft 3 dimensional holograms using scratched arcs on a reflective surface. Using a compass, a picture, and Plexiglas, you can create glowing images that shift and turn inside of a 2 dimensional plane. Who would of thought? Now you can make your very own holograms a...

How To: Make a Magical Snow Globe

Watch this video and learn how to make a wonderful magical snow globe perfect for Christmas or any other holiday. You just need a jar with a lid, some pure glycerin, glittery snowflakes, and a Christmas figurine of your choice (e.g., Santa, reindeer, elves, etc.).

How To: Write a literature review for thesis writers

In this tutorial, we learn how to write a literature review for thesis writers. The three elements are: discuss the most relevant theory, introduce and define key terms, and discuss recent research in the field. You will need to include the most important literature, quote directly only if you discuss at some length, and use indirect quotes as well. Focus on notions you will use in your empirical study. It should be ten pages or less and sources of all quotes must appear in your works cited p...

How To: Put makeup on photos with Sumo Paint

In this tutorial, we learn how to put makeup on photos with Sumo Paint. First, load your photo to this website and then open up the editing options. You will see a display of different colors on the right hand side that you can use to color the photo. On the left hand side are the tools you can use to do different effects to the pictures. Use the smaller drawing tools to apply makeup to the eyes on the photo and make different things appear. When you have finished the photo and adding on diff...

How To: Say basic ordering phrases in Polish: "Menu" & "tea"

In this video, we learn how to say basic ordering phrases in Polish: "Menu" & "tea". When watching the video, you need to make sure you practice saying out the words after you hear them spoken. The words will appear on the screen as they are being said out loud. After you hear the word, practice saying it and break it down into different parts if you don't understand it at first. With this video, you will learn how to say a bunch of different things to order things while in a coffee or tea sh...

How To: Clear Your Browser Cache on Your BlackBerry

In this video, we learn how to clear your browser cache on your Blackberry. From the home screen, go to the browser and then wait for it to load. After this, you will click on menu and then click on the options button. From here, go to 'cache operations' and click on it. After this, click on the 'clear history' button that appears on the top right hand side of the screen. Once this finishes clearing out, the information on your screen will be gone and the things saved on your browser will no ...

How To: Draw a Porsche sports car

In this video, we learn how to draw a Porsche sports car. Start off by drawing an oval type of shape with lines to make the top of the car. Then, draw in the rest of the outline of the car and add on the wheels and the front of the vehicle as well. From here, you will start to add on the details to the front and sides of the car, as well as on the bottom. Use crosshatching and shading to make it appear realistic. Once the details are on this, use color to add a more in depth look to the car. ...

How To: Paint a pomegranate

In this tutorial, we learn how to paint a pomegranate. First, paint the circle for the pomegranate. After this, shade the right side with a dark red and the rest with a lighter shade of red. From here, add in a medium red all over the pomegranate and then add another shade over that. From here, start to layer on more additional colors of red to the pomegranate to make it appear more realistic. When finished, paint on the background with whites and grays that are mixed together. Add white to t...

How To: Use the camera on the Samsung Galaxy I7500

In this tutorial, we learn how to use the camera on the Samsung Galaxy I7500. First, press and hold the camera key on the side of your phone. Next, you will see the camera appear on your screen. To take a picture, press and hold the camera icon. You can review your picture by tapping the gallery icon on the top left. Here you can zoom in and zoom out, view other photos, set it, share it, and delete it. When you are finished, simply go back to your menu and then you are done, enjoy using your ...

How To: Draw a scene from Star Wars

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a scene from Star Wars. Start off by coloring the background peach, then adding orange with the spray paint tool to the bottom. After this, color in clouds to the sky with a light tan. From here, add in a spaceship in the sky and then two large machines on the bottom of the ground. Draw in another spaceship in the far right background. Then, start to add in details to each of the different ships or tractors. Draw a person on the ground carrying a gun wit...

How To: Draw Sonic the Hedgehog in Photoshop

In this video, we learn how to draw Sonic the Hedgehog in Photoshop. First, draw a circle on the page and then draw the eyes onto him. After this, draw on his ears and then his hair around his head. After this, draw in the rest of his body and his feet. From here, use a darker paint brush to create the final outline of the character. Draw in the lines around Sonic to make him appear more realistic. Then, color him a dark blue color with red on his shoes. When finished, save this drawing and y...

How To: Draw the cartoon version of The Incredible Hulk

In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the Hulk. Start off by drawing the outline of the body. Make sure you draw the character's body large and keep the proportions accurate. After this, start to draw in the features of the face and the rest of the body. Use lines to make the muscles appear, then shade around them to make it look more realistic. Next, you will need to add some color to the drawing. Green would be most accurate, with some parts darker than others with shading. Finish this dra...

How To: Create a nice drawing composition

In this tutorial, we learn how to create a nice drawing composition. First, use your pencil to sketch a light outline of the still life objects that you're drawing. After this, you will add in lines on the side of them for their shadows, then shade the area in between the lines in. Next, you will darken up the sides of the shapes to make them appear more in-depth and make them look more real. Use your pencil to blur the pencil markings and make everything look more realistic. When finished, y...

How To: Draw Disney's magical fairy, Tinkerbell

If you're a fan of Tinkerbell, then this video is for you! We learn how to draw Disney's magical fairy, Tinkerbell. Start off by drawing the outline of her body and wings. Then, draw over this to make a 3D version of her. From here, you will start to draw in the details of the face and the body as well as the clothes. Once finished, you will color in the skin, wings, and clothing. Use shading and lines to make the character appear more realistic. To finish this up, add a colored background an...