About Ben Stegner
Ben is the Editor in Chief at MUO. After joining MUO in 2014 and earning a degree in Computer Information Systems, Ben left his IT job to go full-time with the site in 2016.
As a writer, his specialties include Windows, Android, Gaming, and iPhone explainers and how-tos. His work has been viewed over 100 million times.
Now, as EIC, Ben leads MUO's overall strategy and guides the growing team of writers and editors to new successes.
How to Add Custom "Quick Setting" Toggles in Android 6.0
Android's Quick Settings menu keeps important options just a tap away, but it's even better when you customize it.
How to Figure Out Your Favorite Video Game of All Time
Ever have trouble deciding what your favorite games are? Here's a tool to help.
How to Hide and Restore System Icons from the Desktop
Can't find your Recycle Bin or other icons on your desktop? Here's how to get them back.
Microsoft Word's Math AutoCorrect Makes Equations Easier to Type
You know Word has AutoCorrect, but did you know you can also enable its shortcuts for math?
Fahrenheit or Celsius? Make Outlook Use the One You Prefer
Do you get your weather in Microsoft Outlook? Make sure it's in your preferred scale.
Siri Won't Shut Up? Silence Her With the Mute Switch
Your iPhone's mute switch turns off the sound, but Siri doesn't comply. Here's how you can make her follow that switch.
How to Quickly Find Your Lost Mouse Cursor on Every OS
Ever lose your mouse cursor? Here's how to quickly find it on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
This Site Shows Which Political Candidates Are Most Like You
Not sure which candidate best represents your political views for the 2016 election? Give this site ten minutes and you can find out.
How to Make Windows Easier on Your Eyes With One Tweak
If you have trouble seeing text in Windows clearly, there are ways to make it easier to read.
How to Stop Those Annoying PS4 Notifications For Good
The PS4 sends you a ton of notifications that you probably don't want. Here's how to shut them off.
9 Simple Tweaks to Customize Excel to Your Needs
Excel is a powerful tool, but it gets even better when you can customize it to your needs. Some of its best options are hidden inside and we draw back the curtain for you.
Need to Blow Steam? Try Venting at These Online Listeners
Everyone needs to blow off steam once in a while, and this website connects you with people who will listen for free.
How to Instantly Define Any On-Screen Word in Chrome
Want instant word definitions no matter which website you're browsing? Then this extension will come in handy.
Force YouTube to Load Videos in HD Every Time
It's annoying when you want to watch YouTube in HD but always have to set the quality manually. Here's how to automate it once and for all.
How to Save Extra Pocket Money With No Effort Every Day
Saving is important, but it can be a real effort for many of us. Digit lets you save automatically without having to think at all.
Turn Any Site Into a Chromebook Shortcut in Seconds
You can pin Chrome apps to your Chromebook's shelf, but did you know that you can add websites to it too?
60 Essential Microsoft Office Keyboard Shortcuts for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Hundreds of keyboard shortcuts are available in Office, but these are the most important ones you should know because they will save you a lot of time.
How to Enable "Do Not Track" in IE, Edge, Firefox, and Chrome
Your browser has built-in tracking protection. Here's how to easily enable it.
How to Find All of Your Unused Subscriptions and Save Money
Nearly every online service requires a subscriptions these days. Save money by automatically finding and cancelling the ones you don't use anymore.
Every Secure Website Does This With Your Password
Have you ever wondered how websites keep your password safe from data breaches?