How To
How to Feed a Horse
Feeding a horse can be confusing. There are a large number of different feeds available and no two horses are alike. The amount and type of feed given will depend on the horse’s type, age, weight, health, workload, the climate and what is locally availabl...
How to Create an Inexpensive Photography Lightbox
Whether you're taking pictures of something you want to sell online, or you just want to practice your photography, proper lighting is key to getting the perfect shot. You could go out and invest in an expensive lighting set up or try and work with natura...
How to Describe Medical Symptoms to Your Doctor
It can be daunting to visit a doctor for symptoms of what might be an undiagnosed medical problem. Patients often struggle to adequately explain their symptoms during the brief medical interview, which is an important component of helping the physician ef...
How to Get Ready for School (for Girls)
Do you have what it takes to get ready for school? If you're not sure what you need to do to be properly prepared for a day at school, you'll find some helpful suggestions here, from dressing to packing lunch and supplies.
How to Rarely Get Sick
Tired of skipping days of school or work because you have a cold or a fever? Do you get the flu every year without fail? You hear about those real-life super humans who never get sick, but how do they do it? Well, it's not genetics (at least, mostly) -- t...
How to Amuse Your Parakeet or Other Bird
Parakeets and other birds are feathery friends who just love to be played with. They are easy to entertain and will form a strong relationship with you. Put a little effort into amusing them and they will stay healthy and happy for years to come.
How to Make a Bump Key to Bump a Lock
“Bumping” is a lock-picking technique that refers to the repeated striking motion used to dislodge the pins inside a lock. Doing this requires a specially cut key, known as a bump key, that with the right application can be used to force open 90% of cylin...
How to Ask a Coworker on a Date
Asking a coworker out on a date can be tricky. You don't want to be too forward, but you want to show him or her that you're interested. You also don't want to make things awkward at work, but the urge to ask him or her out may be burning you up inside. T...
How to Show Your Ex You've Moved On
If you still have to see your ex regularly or have a habit of "bumping into" one another a lot, it's important to be able to demonstrate that you've moved on in positive ways and that seeing them again doesn't make you weaken your resolve or pine madly af...
How to Deal With Someone Who Really Annoys You
In life, you will often have to deal with people who will challenge and frustrate you. A part of showing maturity and self-control is understanding how to deal with these people despite how much they might annoy you. Through controlling your emotions an...
How to Get Rid of Chapped Lips Without Lip Balm
If your lips are chapped, you may want to avoid the artificial ingredients in certain lip balms, and with good reason. The fragrances, artificial colors, and soothing agents they contain can irritate your lips and make them worse.[1] X Research source...
How to Keep Track of Fuel Use
Fuel efficiency is a pretty important feature of cars these days. This means it's also pretty important to know how to measure it. Fortunately, it's pretty easy for almost anyone to keep track of their fuel use. All you need is a spreadsheet for tracking...
How to Recover a Dead Hard Disk
This wikiHow teaches you how diagnose and potentially recover a dead or dying hard drive (also known as a hard disk). Keep in mind that following these instructions does not guarantee that you'll be able to recover your hard drive. Additionally, while opt...
How to Reset a BIOS Password
This wikiHow teaches you how to reset your Windows computer's BIOS password. You can do this by trying a master BIOS reset password, or you can attempt to remove your BIOS' memory battery. Keep in mind that not all BIOS manufacturers include a master rese...
How to Write a Business Plan
If you’re interested in starting your own business, by now you probably know that writing a business plan is one of the first steps. But what should a business plan include? How detailed should it be? Do you need to do research first? Don’t worry—below we...
How to Treat Your Sick Hamster
It is always sad when any pet becomes ill. Hamsters have a way of endearing themselves to their owners and they are so small, so it's worrying when they feel unwell. Your hamster's small size means he isn't particularly resilient when it comes to being il...