This video shows you how to make a baked potato fan. The instructor begins by cutting slits all the way across the potato. She then uses butter and salt to roll the potato in to saturate it well. The next step is to fan out the potato by lifting it up and letting the herbs fall into the cuts. When the potato comes out of the oven and you dig into it you should see that it is cooked all the way through if it is done properly.
Using some heat protecting spray, a large-barreled curling iron, and a hair clip, you should be able to make easy loose curls very simply. If your hair does not usually hold curls well, you can perhaps just shampoo your hair and not condition it. Using this technique, we are shown how to make large, loose curls, especially more towards the ends of your hair by curling the iron carefully around your hair from the outside going in, using a smaller iron if you have shorter hair. This technique w...
Using a popular movie character as a basis, and drawing in manga style, our video host shows us visually how to properly color in whatever hair you may be attempting to draw. Using first the primary color along each strand, we are then show that a lighter or darker version of the primary color should be utilized, right alongside the initial color. And then, to complete each strand and give the hair a varied and popping appearance, you should always outline each strand in a nice simple black. ...
In this ClearTechInfo tutorial the author shows how to install Adobe Flash Player on Microsoft Internet Explorer 8. He opens the Internet Explorer and goes to the website get.adobe.com/flashplayer. After navigating to that website he scrolls down and points to the location where there is an option to agree to the terms and condition and download the flash player. He also shows how to enable the active-x control to download the flash player and finally after downloading the player he shows how...
Denim guru Paul Dillinger shows viewers how to take a pair of inexpensive jeans and give them a celebrity inspired makeover. You will either need to own a dremel tool or borrow one in order to properly complete the technique shown. You use the dremel to give your jeans the perfect fray and help them achieve a more laid back, worn-in look. Jeans like these at boutiques and designer stores can cost hundreds of dollars but you can spend $20 on a pair of jeans and make them look up to date for al...
In this video, the artist shows us how to draw a zombie properly. He is using a computer program to generate a very detailed zombie. He starts off by drawing a vague structure of the character with a very light shading. He draws a very awkward posture to portray the zombie more realistically, along with a torn shirt and jeans. He uses a thicker line to draw the outline, while using a thinner line to draw the little details on the skin.
In this how-to video, you will learn how to remove a crank arm with a square taper on a bicycle. You will need a crank puller. You will also need two sockets (14mm and 9/16"), a quarter, a socket wrench, and a screwdriver. Use the quarter as a screwdriver to pull off the cover. You can use the screwdriver in case that does not work. Take the 14mm socket, place it in the socket wrench, and twist off the bolt. Take the crank puller and screw it on one end. Twist the lever until the crank is loo...
In this video from Intown Bicycles, demonstrates how to easily remove and to reinstall a rear bicycle wheel from a bicycle equipped with a quick release axle. There are three different common types of bicycle braking systems, and you will learn first how to disengage each of them, so that the wheel will drop out easily. Also, you will be shown how to operate the quick release system, and remove the wheel. Once you've completed this step, you are shown how to reinstall the wheel, engage the br...
We all learn a simple description of photosynthesis in grade school but there are a lot more complicated process going on. Plants can utilize carbon at night and this description will explain a very advanced understanding of how CAM works.
From BackpackerMagazine comes a video tutorial about an essential skill: how to pitch a tent in the wild. The video takes us from scouting out an appropriate location for the tent, to actually erecting the structure. This is an invaluable skill while camping alone, but is also useful when with a group of fellow campers. The video also shows you how to properly anchor the tent to the ground, which is essential in a windy environment. Everyone should learn how to pitch a tent.
Fixing a flat bicycle tire is a skill every cyclist should know. This video tutorial shows how to fix a flat tire on a mountain or road bike using a patch. The best way to avoid a flat is to keep your tires properly inflated between 40-60 psi. However, in the event of an accident, it’s important to pack along a patch kit, tire levers, and a pump. To access the damaged tube, release the brakes and remove the actual tire. Apply the patch and replace the inner tube for continued riding.
This video shows you how to change a bicycle tire with your bare hands. First, he shows you how to get the tire out. Use the valve cap to let all the air out of the tire tube and then loosen the bead all the way around. Eventually you can just pop the tube off then inspect and patch it. Then you put the tire back on and pump some air into it. Make sure the tire looks like it's seating properly. That is how you change a bicycle tire.
Finding horizontal asymptotes is very easy! Not all rational functions have horizontal asymptotes. the function must satisfy one of two conditions dependent upon the degree (highest exponent) of the numerator and denominator. If the degree of the numerator is equal to the degree of the denominator, then the horizontal asymptote is y= the ratio of the leading coefficients. If the degree of the denominator is greater than the degree of the numerator then y= 0. If the degree of the denominator i...
Playing blues is cool, but you will have to learn some special techniques in order to get the best sound possible.
This tutorial will show and teach you how to download and install a free utility, that compresses and decompresses, also know as zipping an unzipping. The program is called "7-zip File Archiver" and it's free!
Central limit theorum is easily one of the most fundamental and profound concepts in statistics and perhaps in mathematics as a whole. In probability theory, the central limit theorum (CLT) states conditions under which the mean of a suffiently large number of independent random large variables (each with finite means and variance) will be normally distributed, approximately. Huh? If you are having trouble understanding central limit theorum and need help trying to solve it, check out this tu...
This how-to video is about how to cook Filipino sinigang na ulo ng salmon, normally this dish is salmon boiled with spinach, the best thing about a Filipino dish is that they used to add spinach to most of their dishes which makes the dish more nutritive.
In this video tutorial the instructor shows how to convert mixed numbers to improper fractions. The instructor gives a two step approach where in the first step he tells you to multiply the denominator with the whole number and add this result to the numerator. Now in the second and final step the previously obtained result is placed in the numerator with the original denominator giving you the answer. This video gives a clear cut two step approach of how to convert mixed numbers to improper ...
How do you know that your "used" DS game is actually real? What? There are fake DS games out there on the market? Unfortunately, yes, there are. And this two-part video will tell you how to spot a fake Nintendo DS game. Don't get screwed. You're game may not work properly, maybe it won't save… and you don't want that! This is very informative about making sure you don't get taken advantage of.
A lot of people use winRAR when they need to work with archives. However, if winRAR is not the best option for you, you can try other programs that extract .RAR files.
This informational and instructional video is brought to us by Lowe's, a leader in the `do-it-yourself' retail business. In this video, Bill shows you how to properly set and use a Skill miter saw. There are four basic cuts you can do with a miter saw: the cross cut, miter cut, bevel cut, and the compound cut. Experienced and beginner home project do-it-yourself enthusiasts will appreciate the techniques and teachings that Bill provides you within this easy to understand and follow how-to video.
This how to video describes how to understand and use Tagalog grammar terms properly. The author suggests reading the book "Conversational Tagalog" to help increase your basic understanding of the language. He then covers the use of verbs and other grammatical devices in the Tagalog language. This video is perfect for those who are studying the Tagalog language or for those who need a quick refresher. The video lasts about eight and a half minuets and leaves you with a better understanding of...
In this how-to video, you will learn how to speed up your computer for free. You need a computer running a Windows operating system and access to the Microsoft Configuration Utility. First, open the start menu and click on run. Once this is doing, type in "msconfig" and click okay. Press the startup tab on the window that has opened. Here you will see a list of items that start when the operating system starts. You can uncheck the items that are not required to properly run the system. You ca...
A conservative vector field is defined as being the gradient of a function, or as a scaler potential. Conservative vector fields are not dependent on the path; they are path independent. Conversely, the path independence of the vector field is measured by how conservative it is. These fields are also characterized as being ir-rotational, which means they have vanishing curls. Actually, ir-rotational vector fields are conservative as long as a certain condition on the geometry of the domain is...
Judy discloses her teeth-whitening secrets in this video. Using Crest Whitestrips: Advanced Seal, Judy shows the proper way to apply the strips in order to achieve maximum efficiency. The advanced seal strips are not as gooey as the original and work better, according to Judy. Simply peel off the strips and apply it to both your top and bottom rows of teeth, making sure that there are no bubbles my pressing the strips against all of your teeth. Only using these strips once a day will ensure t...
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt Octavio Couto Jr. is a real pro when it comes to fighting. He is going to be teaching you how to properly keep an opponent pinned down to the ground for a substantial amount of time. In this seminar, Octavio demonstrates a unique side control position known as the 100 kilo and a few other great moves to use in order to help you gain complete control over the person you are fighting. If you don't know what the 100 kilo is or how to do it, just follow this video a...
This video demonstrates how to properly read guitar tablature. The numbers in the tablature represent the fret number and the line the numbers are on represent the strings. For example, if there is a number 4 on the 3rd line from the top, that represents the note on the fourth fret on the G string (in standard tuning). Tablature is read as if the guitar is laying on your lap, with the low E string closer to you and the high E string facing away. Tablature is a simple effective way to read gui...
This tutorial explains how to properly use Xara Xtreme to create a vector drawing from a bitmap. The tutorial explains the use of primitive shapes like ellipse tool, and combining it with the use of the Shape Editor tool for drawing of the more complex shapes. The tutorial also deals in passing with the use of fills and outlines. Another major point it discusses is rotating and positioning of objects and the use of blending to achieve gradient effects when needed.
Learn how to do a roundoff whip full combo with tis how-to video. In order to accomplish this combination you must first be comfortable with doing a roundoff, roundoff back tuck, and back layout.
In this video you'll learn everything you need to have and how to use and understand your gutter guard. Tracy shows you all the different type of gutter guards, plastic, powder coated metal, galvanized mesh, the ridged mesh, and your hechhog piping. It takes you from everything you need to check for, and how to properly install your mesh. As well as being cautious of safety to achieve the best result. This is a great video to watch when looking to protect your homes gutter system.
This video teaches you everything you need to know to prepare your car for the drag race. This is useful for people who will be attending SCCA or NASA driving school. The most important thing and maybe the most obvious is to clean your car out completely of any small papers or anything that can be a hazard. Make sure you have the proper tires, and check your engine for leaks. This is a step by step walk through of all you need to know to properly prepare your vehicle for the race track.
Lucas Colin teaches students the proper way of shifting gears while racing to prevent damage to the gearbox.
Patty Moreno shows us how to test your pond's PH, and see if the conditions are right for fish. • First get a freshwater PH test kit.
RV water heaters can be easily made more efficient by loosening one or two screws that hold the U-tube tight. Sometimes the orifice that connects the gas valve and the U-tube is not aligned properly with the U-tube, and the loosening of one screw or the other will allow the straight alignment of the orifice and U-tube. After loosening the screws and realigning the U-tube, simply tighten the screw and the water heater will be more efficient because the perfect gas and air mixture will be present.
Bobby Flay gives three useful grilling tips and explains the common mistakes. To grill properly he suggests you follow these rules:
In this video you'll learn how to make a balloon vase. These are fun balloon vases to hold your balloon flowers. The design of the vase in the video is based on a truncated triangular prism, but with a few added bubbles to make your vase a bit more stable. You'll go step by step on everything you need to use and how to properly twist your bubbles to make your super cool and fun balloon vase. This is a good video for more experienced balloon artist, but beginners are always welcomed to give it...
Ever wonder how clowns or magicians make all those balloon animals? This video shows you a very basic balloon twisting technique. You'll learn how to hold and twist a balloon quickly and easily. Mr. Floyd, takes you through every step from inflating your balloon, to properly holding your balloon to achieve the best possible balloon animal. After watching this and with some practice you'll become a balloon artist in no time. This is perfect for beginners, or just looking for a refresher course.
Every electrician knows you have to cut a screw every now and then to make it fit. But do they do it properly? Most will probably just use their linesman's or dikes, but using your wire strippers equipped with screw cutting is the proper way. Watch this video tutorial to see how to cut a machine screw without damaging the threads. An electrical screw or machine screw can be easily cut with a pair of electricians pliers. Cutting metric screws this way means that the thread will not be damaged ...
PTFE, which stands for polytetrafluoroethylene, is a synthetic fluoropolymer of tetrafluoroethylene, most commonly known as Teflon. Teflon tape is a very thin, white tape used to wrap around the threaded ends of pipes to improve the watertightness of a joint. Though PTFE tape is fairly common thing to use, not many people know how to actually use it properly, or where to use it. A lot use it on compression joints, but you really don't need to unless it leaks. You would use it on a radiator va...
Dog trainer Emily Larlham of Dogmantics, goes over some good clues on how to grab your dog when it's running around loose.
