How To: Get YouTube to use a thumbnail preview image you want
Here is a Bill Myers tutorial on how to get YouTube to select the thumbnail preview video frame that you want by positioning frames within your video.
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How To: Find out what people want to buy using eBay Pulse
This short video tutorial with Bill Myers shows how to find out what people search the internet to buy - using search results from eBay Pulse.
How To: Create transparent backgrounds in Photoshop Elements
Bill Myers shows how to quickly extract an image and paste it on a transparent background in Photoshop Elements.
How To: Import video from DVD into Sony Vegas with Bill Myers
Here's how to grab video off of a DVD and import it into the timeline of Sony Vegas or Sony Movie Studio video editing program.
How To: Create videos for free in Photo Story with Bill Myers
Bill Myers shows how to use Microsoft Photo Story 3 for Windows to quickly create videos from your photographs. Great for quick YouTube videos, viral videos, and more.
How To: Use slow motion and fast motion in Sony Vegas
See how to speed up or slow down video clips in Sony Vegas and Sony Movie Studio. Create slow motion or fast motion with these tips from Bill Myers.
How To: Pan and crop in Sony Vegas with Bill Myers
This video shows how to use pan and crop in Sony Vegas Movie Studio. Created with Camtasia by Bill Myers.
How To: Render Sony Vegas videos for the best YouTube quality
Bill Myers shows you how to choose render settings for Sony Vegas movies to get the best results with YouTube videos.
How To: Add a second audio track to a Camtasia screencast
A short tutorial with Bill Myers showing how to add a background audio track to a Camtasia Studio screencast.
How To: Save and load view state info for a custom web server
In this video tutorial, Chris Pels will show how to persist and restore information in the ViewState of a custom user control. First, learn how to persist simple values containing .NET primitive types such as String, Int32, Boolean, etc. Then see how to persist complex types such as Class which contain properties storing information. The sequence of processing View State information during the lifecycle of an ASP.NET page is also discussed.
How To: Origami an icosidodecahedron from curler units
Watch this video to learn how to make an Origami Icosidodecahedron from Curler Units.
How To: Origami a cuboctahedron from curler units
How can such simple units (only 12 pieces of paper) look so awesome!
How To: Open a Xbox 360 HDD hard drive
Take apart a Xbox 360 hard drive to get it ready to hook up to the computer.
How To: Make an iPhone belt buckle
A ten minute film on how to make your own iPhone belt buckle. This entire idea and design and construction and package creation and the manufacture of 6-8 buckles was done within 24 hours of the iPhone launch, for fun.
How To: Mine for diamonds and gold in Minecraft
Everyone knows diamonds are a girl's best friend but Minecraft players like 'em too. Watch this video to learn the best way to mine for diamonds and gold in Minecraft. These resources come in handy a lot at the craftbench, so check out this Minecraft guide.
How To: Get a Demolitionist to your house in Terraria
Check out this helpful video to learn what you can do to attract a Demolitionist to your house in Terraria. Demolitionists are experts in blowing things up, which is a skill that will certainly come in handy while playing Terraria.
How To: Get one-click access to Windows 7 files and folders using Quick Cliq
If you're trying to streamline your work on your Windows 7 PC, here's a handy little program to help you speed things up. Quick Cliq lets you you customize your Windows startup menu to give you one-click access to files, folders applications.
How To: Play video from the Internet on a TV using a set-top box
In this tutorial, we learn how to play video clips from the Internet on a standard TV screen. For a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy home-theatre how-to from the folks at CNET.
How To: Play videos from an Apple iPod on a standard TV with AV cables
In this tutorial, we learn how to play and watch videos from an Apple iPod on a standard TV. For a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy home-theatre how-to from the folks at CNET.
How To: Maintain the proper viewing distance when watching television
In this clip, you'll receive some tips on where to place your high-definition television for an optimum viewing distance. For a complete demonstration of the process and detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy home-theatre how-to from the folks at CNET.
How To: Build a RAID HD array with the Mac OS X Disk Utility
In this clip, you'll learn how to make a RAID (or redundant array of inexpensive disks) with the Disk Utility on a Mac OS X computer. For more information, including a complete demonstration and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started making your own arrays, watch this handy home-computing how-to from the folks at CNET TV.
How To: Swap out the hard drive on an Apple MacBook Pro
In this clip, you'll learn how to remove and replace the hard drive in an Apple MacBook Pro. For more information, including a complete demonstration and detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started replacing the hard disk drive in your own MacBook, watch this handy home-computing hardware how-to from the folks at CNET TV.
How To: Improve the battery life on a Microsoft Windows laptop
Need some help getting the most out of your notebook computer's battery? With the right habbits, it's easy. So easy, in fact, that this free video tutorial from CNET can present a complete overview of the process in just under three minutes and a half. For detailed instructions, and to get started improving your own laptop's battery life, watch this handy how-to.
How To: Set up and use Google Alerts content monitoring service
Want to receive daily, weekly or monthly updates on a subject of your choice? With Google Alerts, it's easy! So easy, in fact, that this home computing how-to from the folks at Easily can present a complete (and somewhat talky) overview of the process in just under five minutes' time. For the specifics, and to get started setting up and using Google Alerts yourself, just watch this handy how-to.
How To: Use the Hand tool in Adobe Illustrator CS4 or CS5
This handy guide presents a complete overview of how to use the Hand tool to make your way around the Art Board when working in Adobe Illustrator CS4 or CS5. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular vector graphics editing software or a seasoned professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with the program and its various features and filters, you're sure to be well served by this video tutorial. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this free video ...
How To: Protect a Microsoft Windows 7 or Vista PC from malware
Protect your Windows desktop or laptop computer from malicious software with anti-virus applications. This handy how-to presents a complete overview of the process. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this video guide can offer a complete overview of the entire process in just over four minutes. For more information, including step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Optimize Microsoft Windows system settings in the Control Panel
Optimize your Microsoft Windows PC from the Windows Control Panel. This handy how-to presents a complete overview of the process. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this video guide can offer a complete overview of the entire process in just over four minutes. For more information, including step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Clean the screen of a Microsoft Windows laptop
Got gunk on the screen of your notebook computer? This handy hardware how-to presents a complete overview of the cleaning process. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this video guide can offer a complete overview of the entire process in just under two minutes. For more information, including step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Update your website using the JAM! app for iPhone
In this clip, learn how to access and use the JAM! app for your iPhone or iPad to update your website from afar. Keep your visitors up to date on the go with this handy application. This tutorial will walk you through the steps you need for connecting JAM! to your computer and getting started.
How To: Make kawaii sugar gumdrops from resin clay
Resin clay gumdrops are handy for creating gumdrop wreaths that last a whole lot longer than real gumdrop wreaths (which inevitably either end up with a few bite marks in them or melting).
How To: Quickly make a basic wig
Wigs are handy for men with receding hairlines and for catfights to distract your opponent as she pulls your hair off in shock and you deliver the final blow.
How To: Install a door and sidelights
So you'd like to know how to install a door with sidelights, would you? Well, you're in luck. This handy handyman's guide will show you precisely what you'll need to know to get the job done (and well at that). For more information, including a step-by-step breakdown of the project, watch this free video home DIY tutorial.
How To: Install ChickHEN R2 on a PSP 3000
In this video, you learn how to install the ChickHEN software and load it onto your PSP. ChickHEN R2 is used, and the tutorial is demonstrated on a PSP-3000. Make sure you have your USB cable handy, as you will need to transfer files from your PC/Mac onto your PSP. This is tested using firmware version 5.03.
How To: Purify water when in the wild
Whether you are venturing on a rugged camping trip, or simply want to brush on your outdoor survival skills, this video will come in handy. Learn how to purify water when out in the wild. Mike uses various methods to purify water and drinks the end result.
How To: Start BBQ Coals with a hair dryer
Use a hair dryer to get BBQ coals nice and hot quickly and easily. No fluid required! This is a handy trick that helps you ignite a BBQ grill quickly by inciting the heat.
How To: Backup files under the Ubuntu Linux Distribution
In this video tutorial, users of the Ubuntu Linux operating system will learn how to use the Simple Backup application to either manually or automatically back important data. For more, or to get started using Simple Backup on your own Ubuntu Linux system, watch this handy how-to.
How To: Create a preview button in Microsoft Outlook Express
This video tutorial, designed for users of the Windows XP and Vista operating systems, offers instructions for creating a preview button in Microsoft Outlook Express or Windows Mail. For step-by-step instructions on disabling the automatic preview pane, watch this handy how-to.
How To: Embroider with thick thread
Thick, wool, 12 weight embroidery thread makes any embroidery project soft and lush. The results are similar to centuries-old hand crewel embroidery. This instructional embroider video will provide some handy tips for this technique.
How To: Hang brown paper rolls for construction
Brown construction paper comes in handy when you are working at a site. It however can be a pain to access and cut. Watch this how to video to make an easy access rolling paper rack at any construction site. Use it to cover floors and cabinets without having to bend over.
How To: Organize your tools
Make sure your tools are easy to find with this how to video. Keep tape, glue, fittings and drip irrigation parts in one handy container. Finding your tools will be a breeze with this organized box.