Friday, April 26, 2019

Tech Tips and News for April 26, 2019

Now that we've finally been able to enjoy some beautiful spring weather, the meteorologists are predicting accumulating snow for the weekend. Just another Pure Michigan weather whiplash weekend! Let's hope they're wrong. Speaking of changes, there's a major Windows 10 update coming in May. This one will include new features as well as the usual security patches. Check out the first post below for all the changes you can expect with this update. In addition, Google had a couple significant updates as well. They've made it easier to find G Suite training resources from within each app, and they've also made it easier to work offline when there's not internet connection. Take a look at how to use both in the G Suites Update section below. There are also several tips you may find helpful!




Everything New in Windows 10's May 2019 Update

Everything New in Windows 10's May 2019 Update, from How-To Geek by Chris Hoffman
Twice each year Microsoft pushes out a major update for Windows 10. These big updates contain new features as well as security updates. The next major update is coming this May. Windows may look and feel a little different after the update. Learn what is coming in this article.

Why You Should Never Allow Your Web Browser to Save Your Passwords

Why You Should Never Allow Your Web Browser to Save Your Passwords, from Tech Republic by Jack Wallen
I know, I get it, passwords are a pain, too hard to remember, and inconvenient to enter for every site that needs one. Don't put yourself at risk for the sake of convenience.

G Suite Updates:  

Quickly find support resources in Gmail, Docs, Drive, Calendar and more

It's never been easier to find training for G Suite apps. There's a new question mark (?) next to the search bar in the main G Suite apps. When you click on this question mark, you have options for help, training and updates. Choosing Training navigates you to the Learning Center for the app you're in. You can start a training course for that app, or choose tthe module you want to learn. Finding training has never been easier. All the details are available here.

Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides Have a New Offline Mode

Access this feature from Google Drive, by right clicking on the file you wish to access offline, then select Offline Preview. Click here for full details and screenshots. 

How to Enable Gmail's Hidden Email Preview Pane

How to Enable Gmail's Hidden Email Preview Pane, from How-To Geek by Rob Woodgate
Have you missed the preview pane from Outlook? That's where you can see a preview of your email in the right pane, before opening your message. You can enable this in Gmail.

EDU in 90:  Chromebook Tips



How to Zip or Unzip Files on a Chromebook

How to Zip or Unzip Files on a Chromebook, from How-To Geek by Brady Gavin
Whether you've received a zipped file on a chromebook, or you have a file (or multiple files) that are too big to email and need to zip them, it's easy to do on a Chromebook.

A New Way to Customize Google Slides

A New Way to Customize Google Slides, from Free Technology for Teachers by Richard Byrne
You can now tweak themes by creating your own color pallette.

Google Earth and Maps Lessons for Five Subject Areas

Google Earth and Maps Lessons for Five Subject Areas, from Free Technology for Teachers by Richard Byrne
Google Earth and Google Maps are not just for Geography. This article contains examples for using them in Language Arts, Science, Math, PE and Art.

How to Start a Quizlet Live Game in 60 Seconds + Tips and Tricks

How to Start a Quizlet Live Game in 60 Seconds + Tips and Tricks, from Ditch That Textbook by Matt Miller
You can do everything in this post with a free Quizlet account. Just create flash cards, and you're off. Quizlet Live is a great way to review content with students in an engaging way.

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