Most people are familiar with Microsoft Office or Libre Office. Both of these suites of computer programs offer specific tools to write (word processing), manipulate and show figures (spreadsheets), make presentations (e.g. powerpoint) and undertake other tasks normally assoicated with working in an office. The most important tool is probably the word processor which allows […]
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Google Hangouts
Google Hangouts is a way of communicating with people via instant messaging, video chat, SMS and VOIP. It has been designed to bring all the communication tools into one place. It may already be installed on your device, if not, go to the play store and install it. Then go through the different explanation screens. You can add […]
File Explorer
Please install file explorer on your tablet and then do the tutorial. Now locate all the documents and photos on the device. try moving them, copying them and deleting them (well, one of them).
Apps, apps and more apps
In a break from the advertised, we are going to focus on apps today. Previously we have looked at how to install apps and how to remove apps. In addition to downloading apps from Google Play you can also download them from other places, However you need to be aware of the risks of downloading […]
File Management Apps
One of the big differences between Android and iOS (iPad) is the ability to manage and move files with you in control. There are a number of apps to do this, although you don’t necessarily need them! All you need to do is plug you tablet into your computer and it appears as another device. […]
Using Google Cloud Print to Print from your Android Device
You might be able to just share whatever you want to the printers email address (strictly speaking this means using a third party, eg HP, Epson etc address rather than Google Cloud Print). This is not Google Cloud Print and will not work with older printers. To gain access to your printer, you will need […]
Printing
Printing from a tablet or a phone is quite straightforward, but it’s not the same as printing from a computer. Firstly, there are no wires. Secondly, the idea of printer drivers is totally different – you don’t put them on your tablet. There are different types of printer and how they can be used with […]
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows computers, phones and other devices to talk to each other over short distances (up to 100 metres). Bluetooth uses radio waves (in the 2.4 Gigahertz range), and is designed to be a secure and inexpensive way of connecting and exchanging information between devices without wires. You’ll find Bluetooth […]
WiFi Direct
Wi-Fi Direct is a Wi-Fi standard enabling devices to easily connect with each other without requiring a wireless access point.
Settings
Settings have been covered previously. Today we are going to go through every element of settings in detail. Firstly, let us place the settings icon on the app drawer or bottom bar which stays visible on all home screens. Next, we will look at the standard Android menu systems. Basically, there are 3 probable locations […]
