Sometimes we think we know everything, and then we find ourselves in a bit of a rut that we could’ve easily gotten out of. We hope this doesn’t happen to you soon, but just incase it does, here are 4 practical life hacks that could help.

Free photo and video editing

Programmes that help create and edit photos and videos (such as Adobe Creative Suite) can be very expensive to purchase. Luckily, there are a few free-to-use programmes out there that can get the job done. DaVinci Resolve is one of them. The programme offers motion graphics, visual effects, photo editing, and audio post-production tools that let you work on your recordings or images

Test your internet connection speed

Did you know Google Chrome has an internet speed-test widget? Simply type ‘internet speed test’ in the search bar and it will appear in the results. When you click it, the test will measure your download and upload speeds, as well as your connection’s latency. The test will also give you an idea of what your connection is capable of. For example, it will tell you if it can handle multiple devices streaming High Definition (HD) videos.

Save your maps offline

Google Maps has an option for you to save maps on your mobile phone so that you don’t have to use mobile data while travelling. To save a map, click the Google Account icon on the app’s home page and select the offline maps option. From there, you can then select a location and its surroundings and download it. The app will tell you how much storage space the map will take on your phone and when you will need to update it.

Quickly reopen closed tabs

Accidentally closed a tab on your internet browser? Press the Control, Shift and T keys on your keyboard to reopen it. If you’re a Mac user, press the Command, Shift and T keys. The shortcut also works even after you’ve closed and reopened your browser.

Words by Sam Spiller
Photography: Pixabay, Unsplash