Tech Tips for 2023
How do you set up out of office in the Outlook mobile app?
Following on from our previous Tech Tip, we thought it only right to explain how to set up an out of office reply for the other major mailing powerhouse – Microsoft Outlook.
How do you set up out of office on Gmail?
Getting ready to take a break away from work over Christmas? Here's how to set up your out of office on Gmail...
How do you copy and paste without styling on a Mac?
Here's some instructions on how to copy and paste content – using either a mouse or a keyboard – in all of the key work applications when using a Mac.
How to use Do Not Disturb and Focus modes on your iPhone and Mac
We discuss all about Apple's Do Not Disturb function and Focus modes to help increase your productivity.
How to set up your iPhone to be secure in the case of theft
October 31st – Halloween! It also marks the end of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. So in today's Tech Tip, we thought we would cover a nightmarish security scenario – losing your phone!
How to password protect an Excel spreadsheet?
We discuss how to password protect your Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to add a layer of privacy to them...
How do I send an encrypted email in Gmail?
Find out how to send and receive emails in confidential mode...
How can I test how a website will work on a slow internet connection?
There is a handy developers tool in Google Chrome whereby, you can simulate different internet connections and experience your website through your customers' eyes. Here's how...
How to enable or disable Geo‑Blocking in Zoom?
The team at Appdrawn were recently caught out by this, so we thought we would strike while the iron is hot and write a tech tip about it!
How can I see the WiFi password on an iPhone?
Apple has made it super easy to find, copy and share the wifi password for a network you are already connected to, here's how...
The Ultimate Web Menu Icon Glossary
We provide a run‑down of all the different types of web menu icon...
Why does Google Maps not work on my website?
Here's how to correctly embed Google Maps into your website...
How do I save a PDF of a webpage?
Here's how you can save a PDF of a webpage from Google Chrome or Safari...
How can I clear saved autofill data in Chrome?
There are times when autofill can be a right pain, here's how to turn off autofill and clear autofill data from Google Chrome...
How can I lock my iPhone/iPad into one app?
You can actually lock your phone into one single app, this restrictive set up is known as Guided Access or Kiosk Mode for Apple/iOS. Here's when you might want to do this...
How can I check if a website will work on multiple devices?
We explain how to use Google's inbuilt Developer Tools function to preview what a website will look like on different devices and screen sizes.
How do I clear a single website from the cache? How can I reset Chrome's cache fully?
Consenting to the use of cookies and cache can make for the optimal browsing experience. But it can also be a nuisance. Here's how to clear your saved information...
How and when you should restart an app on an iPhone?
If you have an app that has crashed, is unresponsive or not doing what you expect, most of the time this is fixed with a simple restart. Here's how...
How can I arrange meetings more easily?
There is software out there that can help you organise all your meetings, we provide some suggestions...
Where is the delete key on my laptop?
Here's what to do if you've converted to using a Mac and don't know how where the delete key is...
What shortcuts are there for Google Workplace?
We narrow down our top keyboard shortcuts for Google Workspace to help you work smarter.
How can I take a screenshot on a Mac?
We detail the different methods you can use to take a screenshot on a mac...
How can I remember all my passwords?
Here's how to never forget your passwords again...
How to make a strong password you can remember
We offer a few tips on how to create a strong yet memorable password.
How do I save energy on my Mac?
In this blog post, we touch on a subject that is very topical right now. Energy!
How can I organise my files better?
Here's our tip for sorting out your digital files so you can find what you're looking for.