Natalie Stewart
Contributing since January, 2011
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About Natalie Stewart
Natalie Stewart is a writer for MakeUseOf. She first became interested in technology in college and developed a passion for media writing in university. Natalie's focus is on tech that is accessible and easy to use, and she loves apps and devices that make life simpler for everyday people.
Latest Articles
13 Sites for Free Animated PowerPoint Presentation Templates
PowerPoint remains a popular presentation app today. So, if you're looking to jazz up your slides, here are 13 sites for free animated templates.
How to Make Your Zoom Christmas Party More Fun
Here are some fun and entertaining ideas for hosting the perfect Christmas party online using Zoom!
5 Reasons Why Note-Taking Tools Don't Work
Many note-taking tools are ineffective and can even hinder your learning process. Here are some reasons why you should stop using note-taking apps.
How to Make a Google Slides Presentation for College
Want to make your college presentation stand out from the rest? Here are some tips for making a professional presentation in Google Slides.
How to Make a Checklist in Microsoft Word
A checklist makes it easy to keep track of your tasks in Microsoft Word. Here are 3 ways to create them!
7 Productive Ways to Deal With Executive Dysfunction at Work
Do you have executive dysfunction and find it hard to concentrate at work? Here are some productive ways to deal with this.
How to Get a Dark Mode for LibreOffice in 5 Easy Steps
With a few adjustments to the application settings, you can create your own full-featured dark mode in LibreOffice. Here's how to do it.
8 Tips to Avoid Phishing Scams on Facebook
Phishing scams are rife on Facebook. But thankfully, there are ways to avoid becoming a victim of one...
How to Keep Sick Days From Putting You Behind on Work
Want to avoid falling behind on your work while you're on sick leave? Here are some tips that can help.
How to Save Your Resume on Your Phone (and Apply for Jobs!)
Want to save your resume on your phone, so you can easily apply for jobs on the go? Here's how to do it.
Which LinkedIn Connections to Accept (And Which to Reject)
Sometimes you'll get flooded with LinkedIn connection requests. So how do you decide which ones to accept and which ones to ignore?
How to Adjust Mic Sensitivity on Android, iOS, Mac, and Windows
Microphone sensitivity is the difference between sounding great and sounding like Darth Vader.
How to Choose the Ideal Number of Work Hours
The right number of work hours can skyrocket your productivity. Here's how to calculate it.
How to Optimize Productivity With a Workflow Diagram
By using workflow diagrams, you can boost your productivity and simplify your work processes. Here's how to make one for yourself.
How to Automatically Fill Dates and Numbers in LibreOffice Calc
Automating the formatting of cells on a spreadsheet can save you a lot of time. Here's how to do it in LibreOffice Calc using the Fill Series feature.
3 Ways to Customize Menus and Toolbars in LibreOffice
Are you looking to customize the LibreOffice menu interface, so you can keep your most-used tools handy? Here are 3 ways to do it.
How to Create a Productive Remote Work Schedule
Working remotely might make it hard to plan your day, but here's how you can create a productive work schedule and take charge of your time.
How to Create Custom Style Templates in LibreOffice Writer
LibreOffice Writer has custom style templates that help you create professional documents in line with your formatting preferences. Here's how.
Outlook Tasks vs. Microsoft To Do: Which Is Better?
Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft To Do are two of the best free task managers available. But which one is better overall? Find out here!
How to Tell if an Online Employer Is a Good Fit for You
Remote work makes it difficult to evaluate a prospective employer and determine if they are a good fit for you. Here are some tips that can help!