About Saikat Basu
Saikat Basu is the Deputy Editor for Internet, Windows, Productivity, and Work & Career. After removing the grime of an MBA and a ten year long marketing career, he dabbled in web development, networking, and SAP. After joining MakeUseOf in 2008, he rose from the ranks and now manages four high-growth sections while stealing time to write. You will also find his contributions in web publications like GuidingTech, GoSkills, OnlineTechTips, and Lifewire.
Make a Fillable Form in Word 2016 & Collect Data the Easy Way
Forms don't have to be ugly. We'll show you how to create an engaging fillable form with Microsoft Word 2016. You'll be done and ready to collect data in no time.
This Interactive Map Shows When to Travel for Ideal Weather
This interactive map, created by data wizard Ryan Whitaker, will help you find the best times to visit anywhere in the world.
10+ Places to Get Cool Media Clips for PowerPoint Presentations
To create an impact, PowerPoint presentations need the right kind of media. Here are 30 sites and resources where you can find free sound effects, videos, animations, clipart, and funny cartoons for all your presentation needs.
PowerPoint QuickStarter Instantly Outlines Any New Presentation and Starts You Off Right
Blank pages can be scary. Blank slides too when it comes to creating PowerPoint presentations.
How to Fill Out PDF Forms Using Google Drive
While there are many ways to fill PDF forms, one of the simplest and most convenient ways is to fill PDF forms using nothing more than Google Drive.
How to Make Awesome Photo Slideshows With Dropbox Paper
If you store your photos on Dropbox, did you know that you can create easy photo slideshows using a simple feature in Dropbox Paper?
You Can Now Comprehend Any Scientific Paper Using This Site
How can you even begin to understand all of the scientific papers available on the web without the requisite education and training? For starters, you could look to the help of artificial intelligence.
Google Maps Is All You Need for Real-Time Weather Data
Did you know that Google Maps includes real-time weather data? Here's how to make the most of it.
A Google Maps Trick Every Cyclist Needs to Know
Cycling isn't so pleasant when you're sweating your way up a hill, which is why you should take advantage of this nifty Google Maps feature for cyclists.
The Easy Way to Insert Special Symbols in Microsoft Word
If you use a certain special symbol repeatedly in Microsoft Word documents, then it makes sense to create a permanent button for said symbols. Use this method to do just that.
How to Create Empty Lines in Forms With Microsoft Word
You would expect empty lines in a Microsoft Word document would be easy to create. And to be honest, they are! But the method to do so may not be so obvious.
Use This Trick for Better Table Positioning in Microsoft Word
Organizing tables in Microsoft Word can be a huge pain, but there's one lesser-known trick that can make your life much easier.
How to Spice Up Google Docs With Custom Background Colors
A vanilla background can get boring, and Google Docs is terribly bland as it is. Why not change the background to better match the theme of your content?
Having Start Menu or Cortana Issues? Use the Start Menu Troubleshooter
The Start Menu has its share of bugs and glitches, but Microsoft has a dedicated Start Menu troubleshooter that can automatically fix any such Start Menu problems.
How to Watch YouTube or Vimeo in Frame-by-Frame or Slow Motion
Need to watch a YouTube or Vimeo video in super slow motion? Maybe even frame-by-frame? There are two free web services that make this possible.
This Free App Uses the Science of Random Words to Put You to Sleep
If you have trouble falling asleep due to a racing mind and distracting thoughts, this free mobile app may be the science-backed solution for you.
How Music Can Help You Learn a Foreign Language
This new web service offers a language learning tool that uses the power of music to expand your vocabulary and fluency.
The 4-Step Science-Backed Method for Defeating Stress
One of Europe's leading neuroscientists gives a simple four-step process for grabbing hold of stress and channeling it to your advantage.
How to Make Index Cards in Microsoft Word 2016
Index cards are one of the best information organizing tools and memory aids because of their simplicity. Design your own with Microsoft Word and these tips.
Thinking of Moving? Discover Your Ideal City Based on Work and Lifestyle
This questionnaire uses over 300 different metrics to determine the perfect city for you according to your work and personal preferences.