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Conor Coyle-Staff Writer for Internet

Conor Coyle

Staff Writer for Internet

About Conor Coyle

Conor is a writer for the Internet section and has been writing for MakeUseOf since November 2022. He is an avid internet user specializing in how-to guides, primarily for Google products and services. Outside of writing, Conor enjoys video editing and photography.

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How to Customize Your Google Homepage With a GIF Background

Fancy personalizing your Google homepage with your favorite GIF? It is actually possible to do this, and here, we'll show you how.

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10 Sites to Test Your Entertainment Knowledge

Fancy yourself an entertainment fanatic? Find out how well you truly know your stuff with these sites that can quiz you on your knowledge.

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How to Save Images From Google Maps

Google Maps might be great for navigation, but it also houses precise imagery from all manner of locations. Here's how you can save images.

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Why Older Versions of Chrome Are Losing Built-In Google Translate

Google announced that older versions of Chrome will lose access to the built-in Google Translate feature. Here's what you need to know.

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How to Use Google Chrome's Hidden Dial-Up Emulation Mode

Did you know there's a hidden dial-up emulation mode in Chrome to throttle your speed for testing purposes? Here's how to use it.

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Why Google Is Changing the Padlock Icon That Tells You Websites Are Secure

Google is changing the padlock icon in Chrome that identifies which websites are secure. But why is the brand making this change?

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How to Avoid Spoilers While Using Google Chrome

There's nothing worse than online spoilers, but they can be hard to avoid. Here's how to dodge them while using Chrome.

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5 Major Whistleblowers in the Tech Industry

These whistleblowers took bold steps to expose the truth that shook the tech industry.

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How to Use Word Art in Google Docs

Word Art can be incredibly useful for giving documents some extra visual flair. And it's baked right in to Google Docs. Here's how to use it.

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How to Regain Access to a Locked Google Account

If you're locked out of your Google account, there are a few things you can do to regain access to it. Here's what to do.

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How to View Blurred Content on Websites

If you've come across a website with blurred content, you'll likely be looking to unblur it. Here's how you can view blurred content on a website.

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How to Copy Webpage Text When Right-Clicking Is Disabled

While right-clicking is the easiest way to copy webpage text, there are other options you can use. Here are five alternative copy methods.

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The 5 Best Sites for Identifying Fonts Online

If you've ever wondered about a font you've come across online, there are ways you can identify it. Here are five of the best sites.

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How to Translate Webpages in Google Chrome

While browsing the web you've undoubtedly come across a website that needs translating. Fortunately, Chrome can do so itself–here's how.

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How to Copy the URLs of All Tabs in Google Chrome

If you've got multiple tabs open in Chrome, there's a more efficient way to copy all the URLs. Here's how you can do so.

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How to Use Guest Mode in Google Chrome

Whether you're browsing on a computer that's not yours or just want to keep things private, here's how to use Guest Mode in Google Chrome.

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How to Take Screenshots Using Developer Tools in Google Chrome

While taking screenshots is pretty standard for most, Chrome's Developer Tools packs a screenshot tool with some extra features. Here's how to use it.

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How to Turn Your PDF Into an Audiobook Online

Whether you're looking to listen to your own notes or create an audiobook for others, here's how to turn a PDF into an audiobook online.

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How to Enable Gmail Notifications in Google Chrome

If you're a regular Gmail user, it might be more convenient to keep up with your notifications directly in Chrome. Here's how you can do so.

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How to Stop Google Sign-In Pop-Ups on All Websites

While trying to help you, Google's sign-in pop-up prompts can get rather annoying... and they're everywhere. Here's how to stop them showing up.

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