Sandy Writtenhouse

Florida

Freelance Writer at Freelance

Freelance Writer at MUO

Freelance Writer, SEO Editor, former IT Project Manager: B.S. in Info Tech | @ott_akic @helpdeskgeek @switching_mac @lifewiretech

Articles

Women in Tech: Breaking Barriers and Setting New Standards

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

Many people have contributed to the tech world over the decades, creating computers and other technology that we use every day. But women are often overlooked, and we want to celebrate their contributions. These women have made advancements for women who want to work in tech fields while also advancing technology through their efforts and achievements.
Meet the Women Who Revolutionized Technology as We Know It

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Sandy Writtenhouse |Jerri Ledford

Many people have contributed to the tech world over the decades, creating computers and other technology that we use every day. But women are often overlooked, and we want to celebrate their contributions. These women have made advancements for women who want to work in tech fields while also advancing technology through their efforts and achievements.
The 15 Most Popular Google Doodle Games in 2025

2 months ago | online-tech-tips.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

If there’s one great way to kill time on your computer, it’s with a game. Whether you’re taking a coffee break or just need a minute of relaxation, you can check out a nice collection of popular Google Doodle games. The good thing about these games is that they don’t require any sign-ups, installations, or special browser add-ons. Now, if you’re ready to break away from your spreadsheet or report, check out these fun Google Doodle games (listed in no particular order).
How to Set Your Apple Watch to Vibrate Only

Jan 13, 2025 | switchingtomac.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

One terrific feature of the Apple Watch is the ability to receive notifications for text messages, emails, reminders, and more. But with that comes a ding that can be bothersome and, to some, even annoying. Luckily, you can adjust the sounds and haptics for alerts on your wrist. Here’s how to set your Apple Watch to vibrate only. To change how notifications alert you on the Apple Watch, start by adjusting the sounds and haptics directly or using the Watch app on your paired iPhone.
How to Turn Off the Flashlight on an iPhone 15

Dec 13, 2024 | lifewire.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

Lock Screen: Wake your iPhone and long-press and release the Flashlight button in the lower left corner. Control Center: Open the Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of the screen and tap the Flashlight icon. Ask Siri: Activate Siri and say, “Turn off the flashlight.” This article explains five ways to turn off the flashlight on iPhone 15 with one method specific to iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max owners.
Apple Watch and Apple Pay: Your Ultimate Guide to Secure and Easy Transactions

Dec 5, 2024 | lifewire.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

What to KnowUse cards in the Wallet on iPhone to pay with your Apple Watch. Add a new payment card on Apple Watch by opening Wallet and tapping Add Card. Double-press the side button on Apple Watch and hold near the retailer's card reader to pay with your default card. This article explains how to set up and use Apple Pay on an Apple Watch. The instructions apply to compatible Apple Watch models running watchOS 10 or later and all supported iPhone models running iOS 17 or later.
Revolutionize Your Apple Watch Experience with Hand Gestures

Dec 3, 2024 | yahoo.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

Generate Key TakeawaysApple Watch can understand input actions without you touching the screenhocus focus / GettyWhat to KnowEnable and adjust Double Tap feature on Apple Watch Series 9 or Ultra 2: Settings > Gestures > Double Tap. On older Apple Watch models: Settings > Accessibility. Turn on Assistive Touch and Hand Gestures. To use Cover to Mute on any Apple Watch model, go to Settings > Gestures and turn on Cover to Mute.
How to Remove Unwanted Spaces from Excel Spreadsheets

Nov 12, 2024 | helpdeskgeek.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

When you import data into Microsoft Excel or have more than one person working on a sheet, you can easily end up with messy data. This data can have extra spaces at the beginning, end, or middle of a cell’s content. We’ll show you how to remove spaces from an Excel cell so you can clean up your data. With a few different methods to do so, you can use whichever is most appropriate at the time. One method for removing spaces in Excel is using the TRIM function.
How to Turn Off or Delete Siri Suggestions (iPhone and Mac)

Nov 5, 2024 | switchingtomac.com | Sandy Writtenhouse

While Siri suggestions can be handy for adding events, further reading, or upcoming actions, the feature isn’t for everyone. We’ll show you how to turn off Siri suggestions on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. To disable Siri suggestions on iPhone and iPad, you can turn them off completely or only for specific apps. Open the Settings and select Siri & Search. In the Content From Apple and Suggestions From Apple sections, turn off the toggles for the suggestions you no longer want to receive.
How to add and remove apps from the Dock on Mac

Oct 26, 2024 | digitaltrends.com | Sandy Writtenhouse |Michael Bizzaco

One of the main interface elements of the macOS experience is the Dock. Located at the bottom of the screen by default, the Dock is your Mac or MacBook’s nerve center. It’s where all of your most used apps are located, and having the ability to just click an icon to launch a program is quite the convenience. But how do you customize the Dock to display the apps you love?