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How To: Use screen direction in amateur film making

In this episode of Jim Shorts, you can take a look at the flow, or screen direction aspect of your video. Knowing how to use screen direction can help you move your story along. Not knowing how to use it can disrupt your story, or bring it to a halt altogether. Use these handy tips to help out your amateur film making.

How To: Split a telephone book with your hands in seconds

It seems impossible. Ripping one piece of paper is effortless. Ripping a small stack of papers takes a little force. But ripping a book? No way! Actually, it can be done, but only with a telephone book. This tutorial will show you how to rip a phonebook in half, quickly and easily. This is a great trick to perform at parties to impress your friends.

How To: Digitally sign PDFs in Adobe Acrobat

Want to know how to set PDFs up so that they can be digitally signed? In this Adobe acrobat tutorial you'll see how to set up a PDF to accept a digital signature. You all also see how to create your own digital signature for signing and a strategy to work with your clients so that you know who is signing those documents.

How To: Use 3D lights in CINEMA 4D if you know After Effects

If you know how to use After Effects, you're probably very familiar with the ability to add 3D lights to a scene, and allow them to interact with 3D layers. In 3D applications like CINEMA 4D, lights are an essential part of your project, but how do you make them look at a specific "point of interest" or object? This tutorial shows you how.

How To: Empty a large water bottle in two seconds with a straw

Bottled-beer chuggers the world over already know that letting air into your beverage with a straw makes it pour faster into your mouth. Did you know, however, that the same technique can be modified and used to empty a fluid into another container (or onto the floor) even more quickly? This video will show you how to use a modified straw technique to introduce air into a large bottle of water or other drink bottle, causing the contents to empty at a torrid pace.

How To: Deal with rejection from your father

In this video, we learn how to deal with rejection from your father. Don't let your father change who you are and change how you think about yourself. Know that people in your family are going to have problems, it can't be perfect. The mental warfare isn't worth it, grab the bull by the horns. Try to write him a letter from the heart and really let him know what you are thinking. If that doesn't work, make a video where you are talking right to him and tell him how you are feeling. After this...

How To: Know the differences in quinoa

In this tutorial, we learn to know the differences in quinoa. Quinoa is a complete protein that's very mineral rich. There is a tan and red variety, both are delicious. This is an ancient South American grain that is gluten free for the wheat intolerant. When prepping this, you will first need to rinse it off thoroughly. Cooked quinoa can be mixed with toasted sunflower seeds, lemon juice, sea salt, and olive oil for a great taste that is full with nutrients. It's a great replacement for rice...

How To: Delete a Yahoo account permanently

If you ever want to delete your Yahoo Account for any reason, the option to do so is not easily available on the site.In fact, many people do not even know that such a feature exists. However, this video shows the necessary steps required to do so. Of course, you need to know your login ID and password. The process starts with signing into your Yahoo account using your login information. The second step consists of clicking a link as shown in the video. this opens the account termination page...

How To: Know the ruler

In this tutorial, we learn how to know the ruler. An inch ruler will have 12 inches on it. Each mark will be right next to these. Half of these marks will be a half an inch and the half of those with be an eighth. Half of this will be a sixteenth. On the other side of the ruler, you will see the metric system of the ruler, which is not used in the United States. It has centimeters listed on it instead of inches. To use the ruler, you will need to look at the mark it is on, then count the smal...

How To: Know when a girl is interested

In this tutorial, we learn how to know when a girl is interested. First, always look for eye contact with women. This is a girl showing that she wants you to come over and talk to her and that she is interested in you. For the most part, a girl will not come over and talk to you, she will give you signs for you to come talk to her. Also check out her body language to see if she is interested in you. Focus on the direction and interest of her body, make sure she is directed towards you and lea...

How To: Deal with being in love with your best friend

Are you madly in love with your best friend? Don't worry, Dan and Jennifer talk about how to deal with it in this video. If your friend has found out that you are in love with her and is acting weird towards you, this may mean the friendship is over. Never talk to a girl's friend because the friend may trash you to the girl that you are in love with. This can cause you to lose a friendship and a potential girlfriend as well. Talk to the girl directly if you really want to date her and let her...

How To: Get rid of mice using a mouse trap

In this tutorial, we learn how to get rid of mice using a mouse trap with Rick. You will first need to know where to place the traps. Mice like to use the sides of walls to run around and will turn when they reach dead end corners. These are great places to place the traps so you will most likely trap them. If the mice are familiar with an area, they know where to avoid, so using two traps will help you catch them. Next, place the trap perpendicular to the wall instead of parallel so they wil...

How To: Know the pros & cons of laminate flooring

In this tutorial, we learn how to know the pros & cons of laminate flooring. The difference between laminate floor and wood floor is mainly the cost and quality. Laminate flooring will withstand damage better than regular oak flooring can take. But, laminate flooring does not do well if you spill water on top of it. Once the water gets on the edges and stays there for a while it will end up swelling the floor up so it becomes larger than the rest of the flooring. Other than that, laminate is ...

How To: Find abc, curve direction & y-intercept (quadratic eq)

In this tutorial, we learn how to find abc, curve direction & y-intercept (quadratic eq). First, you need to find the a,b, and c of the equation. A will equal what the coefficient is in the equation, B will equal the second, and C will equal the third term. This tells us if the numbers are positive or negative, so so know if the parabola opens up or down. To graph C, you will know what the y-intercept is going to be, then find the matching units. After this, you will use B to shape the parabo...

How To: Divide fractions step by step

In this tutorial, we learn how to divide fractions step by step. First, you will need to know the different parts of the fraction, the numerator and the denominator. After you know these, you will flip the second fraction in the equation so the numerator is at the bottom and the denominator is at the top. Once you do this, change the division sign to a multiplication sign. Now, you will multiply the fraction as you normally do and then have the answer! This is a very simple way to divide frac...

How To: Cook Eggs Over Easy with Ease

This food tutorial presents one of the most important and widely used cooking skills you'll ever need to know: how to cook eggs over easy. Eggs are pretty much standard for breakfast and are used in a variety of other recipes, so it's important to know how to cook them well.

How To: Use the new features in the Apple iOS 4 SDK

This clip presents a general overview of what's new to the latest version of the iOS SDK. If you're interested in writing apps for the iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad, you'll need to know how to use the iOS SDK. If you're entirely new to the dev kit, however, never fear: the web is awash in high-quality, free tutorials like this one, which will teach you everything you'll need to know. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started writing your own apps and...

How To: Create a compelling resume

In this video, we learn how to create a compelling resume. When you talk about your prior experience, write down something that you learned from your work background, preferably something that matches the job you're applying for. Employers are looking for something you were taught in your experience. Write down any accomplishments you received while on the job, and how well you did them as well. If you're graduated, let them know when you are available for full time work and when you are grad...

How To: Tune a violin or fiddle with an electronic tuner

In this video, we learn how to tune a violin or fiddle with an electric tuner. The tuner may not know the difference between the strings, so make sure you know what you are playing before you begin. Clip the tuner to the bottom of the violin or fiddle, then play your strings to see where the needle on the tuner goes. As you play the strings, the needle should reach the middle. Twist the clasp on the strings to either loosen or tighten them, then you will be able to correctly tune the strings....

How To: Tell if she's single

In this video, we learn how to tell if she's single with the Wing Girls. If you don't know if she is single, you will have to put yourself out there. You can do small things, like looking at her finger and seeing if there is a ring on it. You can also check her social networking site to see if it says she is in a relationship. The easiest way to find out is to just ask her! By doing this, you will know for sure if she has a boyfriend and you won't have to wonder anymore!

How To: Make an origami flapping bird with large wings

Do you know how to fold an origami flapping crane? If you do, then great, because that's the only origami project you need to know how to fold in order to complete this origami bird. A variation of the crane, this bird has larger wings and you can make them flap by pulling on the tail.

How To: Order a cup of coffee or some tea at a café using Mandarin Chinese

When traveling abroad, the one thing you're going to need is how to quench your thirst. Ordering a simple cup of coffee or a hot cup of tea could be impossible if you don't know the local language. This video will show you how to order a drink in Mandarin Chinese. You'll also learn how to point to any snack item that you might want, even if you don't know what it's called in Mandarin! You'll see that communicating with a waiter or waitress need not be too difficult in China.

How To: Play the rock/blues scale on the guitar with tabs

You know your piano player friends who practice their basic piano scales daily even though they're already well advanced and can play Rachmaninoff like no one's business? It may seem absurd to need to do such simple practicing at all, but scale exercises are the best thing you can do to keep those fingers sharp and fast when playing a song.

How To: Make moves at the movies to show a girl you like her

If the only way you know how to show a girl you dig her at the movie is the old "yawn and lean your arm over her shoulder" move, then you're clearly not getting any. When you're taking a girl out for a date at the movies, there's a fine line to be drawn between scary and creepy (fondling her a wee bit too soon) and just boring (sweaty palms, not approaching her at all). So how do you walk that fine line from first date to second date?

How To: Count to 100 in Polish

In this tutorial, we learn how to count to 100 in Polish. You will start with "jeden" which means one, then move on to the rest of the numbers. It's very important to take your time when you are learning each individual number, so that you know how the accent should sound and you know how to say it properly in different sentences. It will be extremely helpful if you try and listen to an audio recording while you are saying the numbers so that you learn exactly how to say it. Continue to learn...

How To: Sew & measure elastic

In this tutorial, we learn how to sew and measure elastic. First, place the elastic over your waist and think about what you are making. Decide if you want it to be comfortable or if you want it to be tighter if you are wearing it out during the day. Also take into account what type of fabric you are going to be using so you know how much elastic is needed. Fold the elastic and mark the inside and outside of the fold, now do the same thing with your fabric. Now you will know if you need to ea...

How To: Create a water reflection effect in Adobe Photoshop CS4

Want to know how to quickly create a reflection effect in Photoshop CS4 or CS5? This clip will teach you what you need to know. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular raster 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 guide.

How To: Create a multi-colored eye effect in Adobe Photoshop CS5

Want to know how to create multi-colored iris effect in Adobe Photoshop CS5? This clip will teach you what you need to know. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular raster 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 guide.