Input: [Option] Close [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Close the current document; if you have unsaved changes, you’re prompted to save those changes first.

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Input: [Option] Save [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Save the changes you’ve made to the current document.

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Input: [Option] Save As [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Save a new copy of the current document.

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Input: [Option] Place or Import [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Import a file, such as an image file or a sound file, into the current document.

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Input: [Option] Export [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Export the current data to a specified file format. You can sometimes select several different kinds of file formats for saving the current data.

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Input: [Option] Copy [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Copy the selected data to the computer’s Clipboard.

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Input: [Option] Paste [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Paste the data from the Clipboard into the current document.

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Input: [Option] Undo [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Undo the most recent operation you did in the program.

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Input: [Option] Redo [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Repeat the steps you applied the Undo command to.

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Input: [Option] Zoom In [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Magnify the document so that you can view and edit the contents closely.

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Input: [Option] Zoom Out [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Scale the view smaller so that you can see more of the document at a time.

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Input: [Option] Help [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Open the Help documentation for the current program.

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Input: [Eat This] Brown rice pasta, whole wheat pasta, or quinoa pasta [Instead of This]

Output: White pasta

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Input: [Eat This] Green tea [Instead of This]

Output: Fruit juice

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Eat This] Mineral water with a squeeze of lemon or lime [Instead of This]

Output: Soda

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Eat This] Brown rice or quinoa [Instead of This]

Output: White rice

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Eat This] Crunchy raw vegetables [Instead of This]

Output: Junk food snack

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Eat This] Greek yogurt [Instead of This]

Output: Ice cream

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Eat This] Slice of whole-grain toast topped with scrambled egg [Instead of This]

Output: Breakfast sweet roll or muffin

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Input: [Action] Touch [How to Do It]

Output: Touch the screen.

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Input: [Action] Double-tap [How to Do It]

Output: Touch the screen twice in the same location.

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Input: [Action] Long Press [How to Do It]

Output: Touch a spot on the screen and keep your finger down.

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Input: [Action] Swipe [How to Do It]

Output: Touch a spot on the screen and drag your finger left, right, up, or down.

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Input: [Action] Flick [How to Do It]

Output: Do the same thing as a swipe (except faster).

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Input: [Action] Pinch [How to Do It]

Output: Use two fingers to touch the screen and bring both fingers together as you continue to touch the screen.

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Input: [Action] Spread [How to Do It]

Output: Use two fingers close together and then spread them apart, touching the screen as you spread them.

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Input: [Term] Articles [What It Means]

Output: The title of the document filed in many states to create a corporation. Also known as the certificate of incorporation or corporate charter.

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Input: [Term] Bylaws [What It Means]

Output: The regulations of a corporation that, subject to statutory law and the articles of incorporation, provide the basic rules for the conduct of the corporation's business and affairs.

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Input: [Term] Certificate of authority [What It Means]

Output: Formal evidence of qualification issued by a state to a foreign corporation.

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Input: [Term] Certificate of good standing [What It Means]

Output: A certificate issued by a state official as evidence that a corporation is in existence or authorized to transact business in the state. Also known as a certificate of existence or certificate of authorization.

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Input: [Term] Domestic corporation [What It Means]

Output: A term applied to a corporation doing business in its state of incorporation.

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Input: [Term] Foreign corporation [What It Means]

Output: A term applied to a corporation doing business in a state other than its state of incorporation.

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Input: [Term] Franchise taxes [What It Means]

Output: A tax or fee usually levied annually upon a corporation, limited liability company, or similar business entity for the right to exist or do business in a particular state.

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Input: [Term] LLC (limited liability company) [What It Means]

Output: An artificial entity created under and governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which it was formed. Limited liability companies are generally able to provide the limited personal liability of corporations and the pass-through taxation of partnerships or S corporations.

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Input: [Term] Minutes [What It Means]

Output: A written record of meetings of or actions by the board of directors or shareholders.

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Input: [Term] Par value [What It Means]

Output: A minimum price of a share below which the share cannot be issued, as designated in the articles of incorporation.

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Input: [Term] Registered agent [What It Means]

Output: A person or entity designated to receive important tax and legal documents on behalf of the corporation. The registered agent must be located and available at a legal address within the specified jurisdiction at all times. Also known as a resident agent.

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Input: [Term] SubChapter S corporation [What It Means]

Output: A corporation granted a special tax status as specified under the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). Since this type of corporation pays no income tax, all gains and losses of the corporation pass through to the individual shareholders in proportion to their holdings.

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Input: [I may:] Not understand what you say [Please help by:]

Output: Not shouting

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Autism Information


Input: [I may:] Appear deaf [Please help by:]

Output: Speaking slowly and softly

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Autism Information


Input: [I may:] Suddenly dart away [Please help by:]

Output: Using concrete terms

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Autism Information


Input: [I may:] Have difficulty speaking [Please help by:]

Output: Giving me time to respond

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Autism Information


Input: [I may:] Flap my hands or rock [Please help by:]

Output: Explaining before doing

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Autism Information


Input: [I may:] Not understand legal issues [Please help by:]

Output: Employing visual aids for communication when possible

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Autism Information


Input: [I may:] Be overly sensitive to shiny objects, sounds, touch, or smells [Please help by:]

Output: Making no sudden movements and Warning me first if you must touch me

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Autism Information


Input: [Designer] Class Designer [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Model classes using a class diagram

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Input: [Designer] Crystal Reports Designer [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Create Crystal Reports reports

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Input: [Designer] DataSet Designer [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Create typed DataSets

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Input: [Designer] Project Designer [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Manage project settings in a centralized place

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Input: [Designer] Report Designer [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Create SQL Server Reporting Services reports

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Input: [Designer] Web Forms [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Design user interfaces for ASP.NET Web sites

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Input: [Designer] Windows Forms [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Design user interfaces for Windows applications

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Input: [Designer] XML Designer [What You Can Do with It]

Output: Create and edit XML schemas

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Calling past clients [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Mailing magnets, calendars, and other trinkets

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Calling people in your sphere of influence [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Setting up a website

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Calling expired listings [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Joining service organizations

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Calling FSBOs [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Wearing your name badge

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Cold calling for listings and sales [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Placing magnetic signs on your car

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Knocking on doors [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Sponsoring a community sports team

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Hosting open houses [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Doing floor time

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Calling absentee owners [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Answering e-mails

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Input: [What Prospecting Is] Cold calling from lists of names [What Prospecting Isn't]

Output: Pinning your business card on bulletin boards

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Input: [1] Day 3 [2] Day 5

Output: Day 1

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Fast-Fitness Total Body Beginner Workout


Input: [1] Squats [2] Lift and Cross

Output: Wall Push Ups

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies

Fast-Fitness Total Body Beginner Workout


Input: [1] Standing Heel Curl [2] Lower Abs Lift

Output: Modified Push Ups

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies

Fast-Fitness Total Body Beginner Workout


Input: [1] Standing Calf [2] Pelvic Tilt

Output: One Arm Dumbbell Row

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Fast-Fitness Total Body Beginner Workout


Input: [1] Legs Apart Thigh Flexion [2] Seated Same Time Biceps Curl

Output: Upright Row

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Fast-Fitness Total Body Beginner Workout


Input: [1] Standing Hip Abduction w/ Band [2] Over the Head Triceps Extension

Output: External & Internal Rotation

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Fast-Fitness Total Body Beginner Workout


Input: Fail to back up your words with actions

Output: Honour your word and keep your promises

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Act or speak in a way that causes real harm to others

Output: Be honest with yourself and honest with others

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Act superior to others or browbeat someone weaker than yourself

Output: Accept people as they are and judge only their actions

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Fail to act right because no one is watching

Output: Treat others with respect and candour

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Don’t give of your best

Output: Let people know where you stand on important issues

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Don’t follow your own conscience

Output: Be genuine and transparent with people; don’t deceive through silence or inaction

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Don’t practise what you preach

Output: Be true to your values and purpose

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Manipulate or mislead others (or yourself)

Output: Live up to your standards and always do the right thing

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Tell white lies to look good, or to avoid looking bad

Output: Admit and accept your own mistakes

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Use bluff or bluster to get your own way

Output: Say what you mean, and mean what you say

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: Pretend to be anything other than your authentic self

Output: Walk your talk

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Each time you do this, you increase your personal power and confidence


Input: [Instead of This] White pasta [Eat This]

Output: Brown rice pasta, whole wheat pasta, or quinoa pasta

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Input: [Instead of This] Fruit juice [Eat This]

Output: Green tea

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Input: [Instead of This] Soda [Eat This]

Output: Mineral water with a squeeze of lemon or lime

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Instead of This] White rice [Eat This]

Output: Brown rice or quinoa

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Instead of This] Junk food snack [Eat This]

Output: Crunchy raw vegetables

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Input: [Instead of This] Ice cream [Eat This]

Output: Greek yogurt

Choosing the Right Carbs to Lose Weight - For Dummies


Input: [Instead of This] Breakfast sweet roll or muffin [Eat This]

Output: Slice of whole-grain toast topped with scrambled egg

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Input: [Database Function] DAVERAGE [What It Calculates]

Output: Averages all the values in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

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Input: [Database Function] DCOUNT [What It Calculates]

Output: Counts the number of cells with numeric entries in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

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The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DCOUNTA [What It Calculates]

Output: Counts the number of nonblank cells in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

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The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DGET [What It Calculates]

Output: Extracts a single value from a record in the database that matches the criteria you specify. If no record matches, the function returns the #VALUE! error value. If multiple records match, the function returns the #NUM! error value.

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Input: [Database Function] DMAX [What It Calculates]

Output: Returns the highest value in a field of the database that matches the criteria you specify.

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The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DMIN [What It Calculates]

Output: Returns the lowest value in a field of the database that matches the criteria you specify.

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The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DPRODUCT [What It Calculates]

Output: Multiplies all the values in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

An Overview of Excel 2010's Database Functions - For Dummies

The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DSTDEV [What It Calculates]

Output: Estimates the standard deviation based on the sample of values in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

An Overview of Excel 2010's Database Functions - For Dummies

The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DSTDEVP [What It Calculates]

Output: Calculates the standard deviation based on the population of values in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

An Overview of Excel 2010's Database Functions - For Dummies

The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DSUM [What It Calculates]

Output: Sums all the values in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

An Overview of Excel 2010's Database Functions - For Dummies

The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DVAR [What It Calculates]

Output: Estimates the variance based on the sample of values in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

An Overview of Excel 2010's Database Functions - For Dummies

The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [Database Function] DVARP [What It Calculates]

Output: Calculates the variance based on the population of values in a field of the database that match the criteria you specify.

An Overview of Excel 2010's Database Functions - For Dummies

The Database Functions in Excel 2010


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Create a new document in the native file format. [Option]

Output: New

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Open a dialog box where you can choose a (supported) file on your hard drive or a disk to open. [Option]

Output: Open

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Close the current document; if you have unsaved changes, you’re prompted to save those changes first. [Option]

Output: Close

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Save the changes you’ve made to the current document. [Option]

Output: Save

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Save a new copy of the current document. [Option]

Output: Save As

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Import a file, such as an image file or a sound file, into the current document. [Option]

Output: Place or Import

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Export the current data to a specified file format. You can sometimes select several different kinds of file formats for saving the current data. [Option]

Output: Export

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Copy the selected data to the computer’s Clipboard. [Option]

Output: Copy

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Paste the data from the Clipboard into the current document. [Option]

Output: Paste

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Undo the most recent operation you did in the program. [Option]

Output: Undo

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Repeat the steps you applied the Undo command to. [Option]

Output: Redo

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Magnify the document so that you can view and edit the contents closely. [Option]

Output: Zoom In

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Scale the view smaller so that you can see more of the document at a time. [Option]

Output: Zoom Out

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Input: [What You Can Do with It] Open the Help documentation for the current program. [Option]

Output: Help

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Input: [What It Means] The title of the document filed in many states to create a corporation. Also known as the certificate of incorporation or corporate charter. [Term]

Output: Articles

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Input: [What It Means] The regulations of a corporation that, subject to statutory law and the articles of incorporation, provide the basic rules for the conduct of the corporation's business and affairs. [Term]

Output: Bylaws

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Input: [What It Means] Formal evidence of qualification issued by a state to a foreign corporation. [Term]

Output: Certificate of authority

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Input: [What It Means] A certificate issued by a state official as evidence that a corporation is in existence or authorized to transact business in the state. Also known as a certificate of existence or certificate of authorization. [Term]

Output: Certificate of good standing

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Input: [What It Means] A term applied to a corporation doing business in its state of incorporation. [Term]

Output: Domestic corporation

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Input: [What It Means] A term applied to a corporation doing business in a state other than its state of incorporation. [Term]

Output: Foreign corporation

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Input: [What It Means] A tax or fee usually levied annually upon a corporation, limited liability company, or similar business entity for the right to exist or do business in a particular state. [Term]

Output: Franchise taxes

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Input: [What It Means] An artificial entity created under and governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which it was formed. Limited liability companies are generally able to provide the limited personal liability of corporations and the pass-through taxation of partnerships or S corporations. [Term]

Output: LLC (limited liability company)

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Input: [What It Means] A written record of meetings of or actions by the board of directors or shareholders. [Term]

Output: Minutes

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Input: [What It Means] A minimum price of a share below which the share cannot be issued, as designated in the articles of incorporation. [Term]

Output: Par value

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Input: [What It Means] A person or entity designated to receive important tax and legal documents on behalf of the corporation. The registered agent must be located and available at a legal address within the specified jurisdiction at all times. Also known as a resident agent. [Term]

Output: Registered agent

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Input: [What It Means] A corporation granted a special tax status as specified under the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). Since this type of corporation pays no income tax, all gains and losses of the corporation pass through to the individual shareholders in proportion to their holdings. [Term]

Output: SubChapter S corporation

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Input: [How to Do It] Touch the screen. [Action]

Output: Touch

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Input: [How to Do It] Touch the screen twice in the same location. [Action]

Output: Double-tap

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Input: [How to Do It] Touch a spot on the screen and keep your finger down. [Action]

Output: Long Press

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Input: [How to Do It] Touch a spot on the screen and drag your finger left, right, up, or down. [Action]

Output: Swipe

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Input: [How to Do It] Do the same thing as a swipe (except faster). [Action]

Output: Flick

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Input: [How to Do It] Use two fingers to touch the screen and bring both fingers together as you continue to touch the screen. [Action]

Output: Pinch

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Input: [How to Do It] Use two fingers close together and then spread them apart, touching the screen as you spread them. [Action]

Output: Spread

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Input: Day 1 [2] Day 5 [1]

Output: Day 3

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies


Input: Wall Push Ups [2] Lift and Cross [1]

Output: Squats

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies


Input: Modified Push Ups [2] Lower Abs Lift [1]

Output: Standing Heel Curl

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies


Input: One Arm Dumbbell Row [2] Pelvic Tilt [1]

Output: Standing Calf

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies


Input: Upright Row [2] Seated Same Time Biceps Curl [1]

Output: Legs Apart Thigh Flexion

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies


Input: External & Internal Rotation [2] Over the Head Triceps Extension [1]

Output: Standing Hip Abduction w/ Band

Exercises for a Ten-Minute Tone Up - For Dummies


Input: [Please help by:] Not shouting [I may:]

Output: Not understand what you say

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Autism Information


Input: [Please help by:] Speaking slowly and softly [I may:]

Output: Appear deaf

Sample Emergency ID Card for a Person with Autism - For Dummies

Autism Information


Input: [Please help by:] Using concrete terms [I may:]

Output: Suddenly dart away

Sample Emergency ID Card for a Person with Autism - For Dummies

Autism Information


Input: [Please help by:] Giving me time to respond [I may:]

Output: Have difficulty speaking

Sample Emergency ID Card for a Person with Autism - For Dummies

Autism Information


Input: [Please help by:] Explaining before doing [I may:]

Output: Flap my hands or rock

Sample Emergency ID Card for a Person with Autism - For Dummies

Autism Information


Input: [Please help by:] Employing visual aids for communication when possible [I may:]

Output: Not understand legal issues

Sample Emergency ID Card for a Person with Autism - For Dummies

Autism Information


Input: [Please help by:] Making no sudden movements and Warning me first if you must touch me [I may:]

Output: Be overly sensitive to shiny objects, sounds, touch, or smells

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Autism Information


Input: [Project Type] Class library [Description]

Output: Component library with no user interface

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Input: [Project Type] Console application [Description]

Output: Command line application

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Input: [Project Type] Database project [Description]

Output: SQL script storage

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] Device application [Description]

Output: Windows application for a smart device

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] Empty project [Description]

Output: Blank project

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] SQL Server project [Description]

Output: Management of stored procedures and SQL Server objects

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] Web service [Description]

Output: ASP.NET Web application with no user interface; technically, no longer a project type

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] Web site [Description]

Output: ASP.NET Web application; technically, no longer a project type

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] Windows [Description]

Output: Windows application with a user interface application

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] Windows service [Description]

Output: Windows application with no user interface

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Project Type] WPF Browser Application [Description]

Output: Windows Presentation Foundation browser application

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+S [Purpose] Saves the drawing [Command]

Output: QSAVE

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+O [Purpose] Displays the Select File dialog box [Command]

Output: OPEN

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+P [Purpose] Displays the Plot dialog box [Command]

Output: PLOT

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+Tab [Purpose] Switches to the next open drawing [Command]

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+PgUp/Ctrl+PgDn [Purpose] Switches to the previous/next tab in the current drawing [Command]

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F1 [Purpose] Displays AutoCAD’s Help in a Web browser window [Command]

Output: HELP

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F2 [Purpose] Toggles the AutoCAD Text Window on and off [Command]

Output: TEXTSCR

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F3 [Purpose] Toggles running object snap mode on and off [Command]

Output: OSNAP

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F7 [Purpose] Toggles grid mode on and off [Command]

Output: GRID

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F8 [Purpose] Toggles ortho mode on and off [Command]

Output: ORTHO

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F9 [Purpose] Toggles snap mode on and off [Command]

Output: SNAP

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F10 [Purpose] Toggles polar mode on and off [Command]

Output: POLAR

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F11 [Purpose] Toggles object snap tracking on and off [Command]

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F12 [Purpose] Toggles dynamic input mode on and off [Command]

Output: DYNMODE

AutoCAD 2011’s Top Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch the screen. [Action]

Output: Touch

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch the screen twice in the same location. [Action]

Output: Double-tap

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch a spot on the screen and keep your finger down. [Action]

Output: Long press

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch the screen, keep your finger down, but move your finger around. [Action]

Output: Drag

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch a spot on the screen and drag your finger left, right, up, or down. [Action]

Output: Swipe

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Use two fingers to touch the screen and bring both fingers together as you continue to touch the screen. [Action]

Output: Pinch

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Use two fingers close together and then spread them apart, touching the screen as you spread them. [Action]

Output: Spread

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Use two fingers to twist around a central point which has the effect of rotating an object on the screen. [Action]

Output: Rotate

Touchscreen Operations on the Droid 4 - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Provides access to individual attributes within the document. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_attr.asp. [Object]

Output: Attr

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Input: [Description] Provides access to the entire document. You can use this object to access any part of the document. In addition, this object lets you display information directly on the page and perform other tasks related to the user interface. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_core_document.asp. [Object]

Output: document

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Contains an individual document element of any type supported as XML. This object provides access to attributes through the Attr object and properties through the Node object. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_element.asp. [Object]

Output: Element

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Supports access to existing events and creation of new ones. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_event.asp. [Object]

Output: Events

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Contains an individual HTML document element, such as a paragraph or a control. Use the Element and Node objects to gain access to element attributes and properties. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_all.asp. [Object]

Output: HTMLElement

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Defines the particulars of any given node, which can include the document as a whole, an element within the document, and an attribute provided as part of an element, text, and comments. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_node.asp. [Object]

Output: Node

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Specifies which nodes appear as part of a NodeIterator used to traverse the list of nodes within a document. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/DOM/NodeFilter. [Object]

Output: NodeFilter

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Provides a method of obtaining a list of nodes within a document. Traversing the list of nodes can help you locate specific nodes and interact with them. For example, you might find all of the tag nodes and add a particular attribute to them. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/DOM/NodeIterator. [Object]

Output: NodeIterator

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Contains an ordered list of all the nodes within the document or in a particular area of the document. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_nodelist.asp. [Object]

Output: NodeList

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Description] Contains an unordered list of all the nodes within the document or in a particular area of the document. You can see a complete list of the methods and properties associated with this object at www.w3schools.com/jsref/dom_obj_namednodemap.asp. [Object]

Output: NamedNodeMap

How to Use Core DOM Objects to Manage Application Content - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] My Contacts search yields too many names and I can’t find the person I’m looking for. [How You Might Handle]

Output: It helps to sort the list by Country/Region. Just click the column header of the search results. Entering more precise search terms also helps. The more data you enter, the better the search results.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I signed up with Skype, but no one can find my Skype Name. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Add more information to your profile to yield better search results for your new contacts. At the very least, fill in your country and language.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I want a secure password, but it needs to be one I can remember. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Pick two easy but unrelated, words. Separate them by a number, such as latte67chair.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I can’t find the audio jack in my Macintosh computer. How do I use a headset/microphone with it? [How You Might Handle]

Output: Macintosh accepts audio input from USB devices. Purchase a USB microphone or headset.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I misplaced my microphone, and no one I speak with using Skype can hear me. [How You Might Handle]

Output: In a pinch, use an extra set of headsets that you plug into the microphone jack. Not the best quality sound, but it works.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have 50 contacts, but I want to converse with only 15. That’s a lot of scrolling, clicking, and inviting. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Create separate groups in your Contacts list (family, club, softball buddies) and add contacts from your Skype Contacts list to your new group. Click the contact group of your choice and then start your conversation.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I want to transfer a file to 15 buddies simultaneously. What do I do? [How You Might Handle]

Output: Highlight the groups you have created. Right-click the group you want to send a file to and select Send File. You will need to locate and open the file you want to send. A quicker way to send the file is to just drag the file onto the conversation window when you have already chosen the group.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I’ve changed the font style in my conversation window and I want to go back to the default but don’t remember what font it is. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Tahoma, 8 points, Western Script.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have too many devices attached to my computer during a video conference. Help! [How You Might Handle]

Output: Get a webcam with a built-in microphone and noise cancellation. Your life will get easier!

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I just installed a video driver, but my video is not working correctly. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Make sure that you turned off anti-virus and anti-adware software before installing video drivers.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I just installed a new webcam, but it’s not working properly. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Make sure that you plug in the webcam when the software prompts you. Most video drivers are installed first; the webcams are plugged in after installation.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] My video is not working properly. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Check for the latest updates from your webcam’s Web site.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I put my Skype online number on my business card and now I’m getting calls at 2 o’clock in the morning! [How You Might Handle]

Output: Always indicate your local time zone when giving out your Skype online number.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I don’t hear anything through my USB headsets. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Plug in your headsets before your start Skype. If you’ve started Skype, quit and restart.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have a Bluetooth headset to use with my Macintosh speech-recognition software, but nothing is happening. [How You Might Handle]

Output: A Bluetooth headset does not work with some older Macintosh speech recognition systems. However, you can use a Plantronics CS50-USB wireless headset (it’s not Bluetooth).

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I’m trying to make an International call, but it’s not working. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Remember to enter a plus sign (+) before a country code and then enter the telephone number.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I set up a Skype Internet Telephone with a USB base station. Now I don’t hear the music from my computer’s MP3 player. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Check your audio settings. Some Internet phones become the default audio device and work only with Skype.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] Skylook records my conversations. Where do I find them? [How You Might Handle]

Output: Skylook creates a Conversations folder in your Outlook inbox.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I’m using Pamela. I want to record sometimes, but not all the time. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Ignore the recording prompt. It will go away after 10 seconds and not record anything.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] When I’m in a Skype conference and transferring a file, our voices get harder to understand. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Put the conference on hold, transfer your files, and then resume the conference. The files will transfer faster and your voice quality won't suffer.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] How do I let skypers know what time zone I’m in? [How You Might Handle]

Output: Include your time zone in your Skype Profile.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I want to find out my Skype contact’s e-mail address; how do I search for it? [How You Might Handle]

Output: You can’t through Skype; e-mail addresses are not revealed. Just ask your contact.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have a webcam that I use with Skype, but I’m afraid someone will see me in my pajamas. [How You Might Handle]

Output: Don’t worry. Skype video does not start automatically. You have to select the video to activate it or choose it to activate when you receive a call.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] Can I make an emergency call on Skype? [How You Might Handle]

Output: No. You must use a regular phone.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I want to purchase Skype credits. What do I need to do this? [How You Might Handle]

Output: You must have a Skype password and a valid e-mail address to purchase Skype credit.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have Skype credit. Do I need to use it up in the 180-day time limit? [How You Might Handle]

Output: No. Just keep it alive by making one call within 180 days to extend it for another 180 days. If you don’t use it at all, however, it will be lost after 180 days.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have Outlook Express. Will Skylook work? [How You Might Handle]

Output: No. Skylook works only with Outlook.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have a huge list of Outlook Contacts showing in my Skype Contacts list. What do I do? [How You Might Handle]

Output: This is happening because you have a check mark next to View Outlook Contacts in your Skype View menu, To remove the check mark, choose View→View Outlook Contacts.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] My Skype Profile photo is not the right size. What size should it be? [How You Might Handle]

Output: Profile photos should be 96 by 96 pixels.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have a poor Skype connection. What can I do to make it clearer? [How You Might Handle]

Output: Hang up. Set your Skype status to Offline for 15 seconds and then call again. With luck, the connection is reset and the sound quality is higher.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I have a long Contacts list and I’m afraid I will lose the information if my computer crashes. How do I back my list up? [How You Might Handle]

Output: If you use the latest version of Skype there is no need to backup contacts as they are stored centrally on the Skype servers and can be accessed from any Internet-connected computer, as long as you sign in with the same Skype Name and password.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I’ve plugged in my USB headset, and now I can’t hear Skype ringing unless my headset is on. What can I do? [How You Might Handle]

Output: On the Skype menu, choose Skype Tools→Options→Audio Devices. The ringing option should be set to the speakers on your computer. Also, check the Ring PC Speaker check box. After setting these options, click Save.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I want my Skype status icon to remain on Available. It keeps changing even though my Skype program is running. [How You Might Handle]

Output: On the Skype menu, choose Tools→Options→General and set the Show Me as Away When I Am Inactive option to zero.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [Skype Problem] I forgot my Skype password. [How You Might Handle]

Output: If you entered an e-mail address when you registered for Skype, you can request a new password by filling out a form after which a new password will be e-mailed to you. Go to https://secure.skype.com/account/password-reset-request and fill in the form.

How to Troubleshoot Skype Problems - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Model classes using a class diagram [Designer]

Output: Class Designer

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Create Crystal Reports reports [Designer]

Output: Crystal Reports Designer

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Create typed DataSets [Designer]

Output: DataSet Designer

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Manage project settings in a centralized place [Designer]

Output: Project Designer

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Create SQL Server Reporting Services reports [Designer]

Output: Report Designer

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Design user interfaces for ASP.NET Web sites [Designer]

Output: Web Forms

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Design user interfaces for Windows applications [Designer]

Output: Windows Forms

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [What You Can Do with It] Create and edit XML schemas [Designer]

Output: XML Designer

Visual Designers in Visual Studio 2010 - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win [To Do This]

Output: Display or hide the Windows 7 Start Menu

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+Pause/Break [To Do This]

Output: Open the System information window

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+D [To Do This]

Output: Toggle between hiding all open windows to display the Windows 7 desktop and redisplaying all the windows

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+M [To Do This]

Output: Minimize all open windows on the desktop

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+Shift+M [To Do This]

Output: Redisplay all minimized windows on the desktop

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+E [To Do This]

Output: Open Computer in an Explorer window

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+F [To Do This]

Output: Open Search Results in an Explorer window

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+L [To Do This]

Output: Lock the computer or switch users

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+R [To Do This]

Output: Open the Run dialog box

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+T [To Do This]

Output: Cycle through programs open on the Windows taskbar

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+Tab [To Do This]

Output: Cycle through open windows in Flip 3-D

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Ctrl+Win+Tab [To Do This]

Output: Cycle through open windows in Flip 3-D using your arrow keys

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+spacebar [To Do This]

Output: Preview the desktop by making all open windows transparent except for their outlines

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+U [To Do This]

Output: Open the Ease of Access Center Control Panel window

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+X [To Do This]

Output: Open the Windows Mobility Center

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Press This] Win+[number key] [To Do This]

Output: Open Quick Launch buttons on the taskbar in order. For example, when you press Win+1, Windows opens the Internet Explorer window if Internet Explorer is the first Quick Launch button.

How to Use Windows 7 Logo Key Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Component] XBRL Instance [Description]

Output: Basically, a new type of XML business report format that contains business information. XBRL instances contain facts being reported and other information (such as context and units) that provides context for those facts. May also contain footnotes (comments). XBRL instances refer to XBRL taxonomies that describe the facts used within that XBRL instance.

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Input: [Component] Context [Description]

Output: Provides context for facts, including information about the entity, the period, or other dimensions of the reported information.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Units [Description]

Output: Provides additional context needed for numeric facts, such as the currency of the fact or some other unit of measure.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Fact [Description]

Output: Information being reported or exchanged. A fact has a value, is associated with a concept from an XBRL taxonomy, and has contextual information associated with it. Facts can also have footnotes associated with them.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Footnotes [Description]

Output: Basically comments that can provide additional information relating to a fact or that can connect facts together.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Discoverable Taxonomy Set [Description]

Output: Collection of all XBRL taxonomies referred to by either an XBRL instance or by an XBRL taxonomy.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] XBRL Taxonomy [Description]

Output: Similar to a dictionary that describes information contained within an XBRL instance. However, unlike a dictionary, XBRL taxonomies can also express other information, such as hierarchies of relations between those dictionary entries.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Concept [Description]

Output: Used by facts in an XBRL instance. Concepts describe facts and have specific and unique meanings, names, data types, and other attributes. A concept specifies the XML tag and other constraints on a fact in an XBRL instance. Concepts are similar to the words in a dictionary.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Network [Description]

Output: A set of related concepts or resources. You can use networks to organize an XBRL taxonomy and to express multiple sets of relations or resources.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Resource Network [Description]

Output: A set of related resources. Resources provide additional information about a concept.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Labels [Description]

Output: Allow the taxonomy creator to create labels for each concept in the taxonomy. They let humans work with a more user-friendly label rather than having to work with ugly XML element names. Labels also provide multilingual and multidialect support. Labels also provide documentation for a concept, such as a human-readable definition of the concept.

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Input: [Component] References [Description]

Output: Allow the taxonomy creator to express references to external sources (such as a paragraph in a manual) that explain or further define a concept in human terms. References are pointers to a reference, not the references themselves.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Formulas [Description]

Output: Allow the taxonomy creator to express various types of business rules to be enforced. XBRL instances that use an XBRL taxonomy containing these rules must comply to these rules.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Relations Networks [Description]

Output: A set of related concepts. Relation networks allow taxonomy creators to associate one concept with another concept in various ways for many purposes.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Presentation [Description]

Output: Allow for a simple parent-child type of relationship (a hierarchy) to be expressed. Presentation relations are primarily intended to help organize the XBRL taxonomy. You can also use presentation-type relations to help generate human-readable renderings of an XBRL instance.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Calculation [Description]

Output: Allow for certain types of computations to be expressed between concepts within an XBRL taxonomy. Only addition and subtraction are handled by XBRL calculation relations. You can use XBRL Formulas to express more sophisticated computations.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Component] Definition [Description]

Output: Can be used for any number of purposes. Definition relations basically let you express any type of relation, and you can define any role that explains what type of relation you have created.

XBRL For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Invoice a customer

Output: Customers→Create Invoices

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Record a cash sale

Output: Customers→Enter Sales Receipts

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Issue a credit memo

Output: Customers→Create Credit Memo/Refunds

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Record a customer payment

Output: Customers→Receive Payments

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Pay a bill with a check

Output: Banking→Write Checks

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Buy inventory with a check

Output: Banking→Write Checks

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Move money between bank accounts

Output: Banking→Transfer Funds

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Deposit money in a bank account

Output: Banking→Make Deposits

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] See a bank account’s transactions

Output: Banking→Use Register

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Reconcile a bank account

Output: Banking→Reconcile

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Prepare a purchase order

Output: Vendors→Create Purchase Orders

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Record when items are received

Output: Vendors→Receive Items or Vendors→Receive Items and Enter Bill

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Record an accounts payable amount

Output: Vendors→Enter Bills or Vendors→Enter Bill for Received Items

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Preparing employee payroll

Output: Employees→Pay Employees

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Paying tax deposits

Output: Employees→Payroll Taxes and Liabilities→Pay Scheduled Liabilities

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Accounts

Output: Lists→Chart of Accounts

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Customers

Output: Customers→Customer Center

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Inventory

Output: Lists→Item List

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Vendors

Output: Vendors→Vendor Center

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Employees

Output: Employees→Employee Center

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Profit and loss

Output: Reports→Company & Financial→Profit & Loss Standard or one of the other profit & loss reports on Company & Financial submenu

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Net worth

Output: Reports→Company & Financial→Balance Sheet Standard or one of the other balance sheet reports on the Company & Financial submenu

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Setting up a new company

Output: File→New Company

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Resetting company information

Output: Company→Company Information

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Backing up data file

Output: File→Save Copy or Back Up

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Restoring a data file

Output: File→Open or Restore Company

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Customizing QuickBooks

Output: Edit→Preferences

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [To Do This] Adjusting accounting data

Output: Company→Make Journal Entries

Performing Common QuickBooks Tasks - For Dummies


Input: [Technology] Assembly [Description]

Output: A file for physically storing data types, including the DLL files where code is compiled

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Technology] Base Class Library [Description]

Output: A set of managed code that enables developers to create Windows and Web applications that target the Common Language Runtime

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Technology] Common Language Runtime [Description]

Output: A managed environment for running applications that prevents memory leaks

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Technology] Common Type Specification [Description]

Output: A set of rules for how programming languages use data types

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Technology] Garbage Collection [Description]

Output: A feature of the Common Language Runtime that manages memory

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Technology] Global Assembly Cache [Description]

Output: A repository that stores public versions of assemblies

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Technology] Namespace [Description]

Output: A unique identifier for the logical organization of data types

Visual Studio 2010 All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Applying the Skill] Identifying what you’re feeling. Controlling your emotions. [Learnable Skill of Resilience]

Output: Emotional awareness /Regulation

Learning Resilience through Positive Psychology - For Dummies


Input: [Applying the Skill] Tolerating uncertainty. Taking time to think about decisions/actions. [Learnable Skill of Resilience]

Output: Impulse control

Learning Resilience through Positive Psychology - For Dummies


Input: [Applying the Skill] Having a realistically optimistic explanatory style. [Learnable Skill of Resilience]

Output: Optimism

Learning Resilience through Positive Psychology - For Dummies


Input: [Applying the Skill] Looking at problems from all angles. Considering all the factors. [Learnable Skill of Resilience]

Output: Causal analysis

Learning Resilience through Positive Psychology - For Dummies


Input: [Applying the Skill] Recognising and understanding the emotions of others. Building social support through well-maintained relationships. [Learnable Skill of Resilience]

Output: Empathy

Learning Resilience through Positive Psychology - For Dummies


Input: [Applying the Skill] Knowing your own strengths. Using those strengths to cope with adversity. [Learnable Skill of Resilience]

Output: Self-efficacy

Learning Resilience through Positive Psychology - For Dummies


Input: [Applying the Skill] Taking appropriate risks. Trying new things. Accepting failure. [Learnable Skill of Resilience]

Output: Reaching out

Learning Resilience through Positive Psychology - For Dummies


Input: [Role] Senior manager [Core Responsibilities]

Output: Establish the mission and vision for the call center. Establish the annual business goals for the call center.

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies

Roles and Responsibilities in a Successful Call Center


Input: [Role] Call center manager [Core Responsibilities]

Output: Work with the senior manager to establish business goals that support the mission. Identify the key performance drivers that affect and control the business goals. Identify and assign the key roles and responsibilities required to achieve the call center goals. Create a culture that supports the mission of the call center. Ensure that all policies and procedures support the mission, business objectives, and performance drivers.

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Role] Resource analyst [Core Responsibilities]

Output: Forecast customer demand, including call volumes. Determine the resources required to meet customer demand within department goals. Determine when the call center needs those resources. Ensure that sufficient resources are available when the call center needs them.

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Role] Reporting analyst [Core Responsibilities]

Output: Provide statistical feedback on business goals and key performance drivers. Conduct analysis to identify opportunities to improve call center results.

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Role] Computer and network analyst [Core Responsibilities]

Output: Recommend the appropriate tools to meet the business goals and improve performance. Configure the tools to work properly and reliably. Provide the appropriate maintenance and troubleshooting support.

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Role] Agent performance team (recruiter, trainer, team leader, and quality analyst) [Core Responsibilities]

Output: Recruiter: Hire the right people to do the job of call center agent. Trainer: Tell them what to do and why. Team leader: Show them how to do it. Quality analyst: Support them and give them feedback on performance.

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Role] Call center agents [Core Responsibilities]

Output: Handle customer contacts in a manner that supports the call center’s objectives and their own performance goals, as outlined by their team leaders.

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Plural] knives [Singular]

Output: knife

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Plural] sheep [Singular]

Output: sheep

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Plural] men [Singular]

Output: man

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Plural] women [Singular]

Output: woman

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Plural] children [Singular]

Output: child

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Plural] deer [Singular]

Output: deer

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [How to Do It] Touch the screen. [Action]

Output: Touch

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch the screen twice in the same location. [Action]

Output: Double-tap

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch a spot on the screen and keep your finger down. [Action]

Output: Long-press

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Touch a spot on the screen, and drag your finger left, right, up, or down. [Action]

Output: Swipe

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Do the same thing as a swipe (except faster). [Action]

Output: Flick

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Use two fingers to touch the screen, and bring both fingers together as you continue to touch the screen. [Action]

Output: Pinch

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [How to Do It] Use two fingers close together, and then spread them apart, touching the screen as you spread them. [Action]

Output: Spread

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Tasks] Manage Windows-, generic-, and certificate-based credentials. [Category]

Output: Credential Manager

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Tasks] Choose homegroup and sharing options, view or print the homegroup password, change the homegroup password, and leave the homegroup. [Category]

Output: HomeGroup

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Tasks] Change your home page, manage browser add-ons, delete browsing history and cookies, change security and privacy settings, and turn the pop-up blocker on or off. [Category]

Output: Internet Options

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Tasks] View network status and tasks, connect to a network, change adapter settings, view network computers and devices, add a wireless device to the network, and troubleshoot problems. [Category]

Output: Network and Sharing Center

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Tasks] Set up parental controls. [Category]

Output: Parental Controls

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Tasks] Change your account picture, add or remove user accounts, change your Windows password, change your account type, manage other accounts, and change User Account Control settings. [Category]

Output: User Accounts

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Tasks] Manage information cards that you use to log on to online services. [Category]

Output: Windows CardSpace

Home Networking Do-It-Yourself For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Core Responsibilities] Establish the mission and vision for the call center. Establish the annual business goals for the call center. [Role]

Output: Senior manager

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Core Responsibilities] Work with the senior manager to establish business goals that support the mission. Identify the key performance drivers that affect and control the business goals. Identify and assign the key roles and responsibilities required to achieve the call center goals. Create a culture that supports the mission of the call center. Ensure that all policies and procedures support the mission, business objectives, and performance drivers. [Role]

Output: Call center manager

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Core Responsibilities] Forecast customer demand, including call volumes. Determine the resources required to meet customer demand within department goals. Determine when the call center needs those resources. Ensure that sufficient resources are available when the call center needs them. [Role]

Output: Resource analyst

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Core Responsibilities] Provide statistical feedback on business goals and key performance drivers. Conduct analysis to identify opportunities to improve call center results. [Role]

Output: Reporting analyst

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Core Responsibilities] Recommend the appropriate tools to meet the business goals and improve performance. Configure the tools to work properly and reliably. Provide the appropriate maintenance and troubleshooting support. [Role]

Output: Computer and network analyst

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Core Responsibilities] Recruiter: Hire the right people to do the job of call center agent. Trainer: Tell them what to do and why. Team leader: Show them how to do it. Quality analyst: Support them and give them feedback on performance. [Role]

Output: Agent performance team (recruiter, trainer, team leader, and quality analyst)

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Core Responsibilities] Handle customer contacts in a manner that supports the call center’s objectives and their own performance goals, as outlined by their team leaders. [Role]

Output: Call center agents

Members of the Call Center Team and What They Do - For Dummies


Input: [Error] #DIV/0! [Meaning]

Output: Trying to divide by 0

Excel Error Messages to Get to Know - For Dummies


Input: [Error] #N/A! [Meaning]

Output: A formula or a function inside a formula cannot find the referenced data

Excel Error Messages to Get to Know - For Dummies


Input: [Error] #NAME? [Meaning]

Output: Text in the formula is not recognized

Excel Error Messages to Get to Know - For Dummies


Input: [Error] #NULL! [Meaning]

Output: A space was used in formulas that reference multiple ranges; a comma separates range references

Excel Error Messages to Get to Know - For Dummies


Input: [Error] #NUM! [Meaning]

Output: A formula has invalid numeric data for the type of operation

Excel Error Messages to Get to Know - For Dummies


Input: [Error] #REF! [Meaning]

Output: A reference is invalid

Excel Error Messages to Get to Know - For Dummies


Input: [Error] #VALUE! [Meaning]

Output: The wrong type of operand or function argument is used

Excel Error Messages to Get to Know - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Touch [How to Do It]

Output: Touch the screen.

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Double-tap [How to Do It]

Output: Touch the screen twice in the same location.

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Long-press [How to Do It]

Output: Touch a spot on the screen and keep your finger down.

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Swipe [How to Do It]

Output: Touch a spot on the screen, and drag your finger left, right, up, or down.

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Flick [How to Do It]

Output: Do the same thing as a swipe (except faster).

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Pinch [How to Do It]

Output: Use two fingers to touch the screen, and bring both fingers together as you continue to touch the screen.

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Spread [How to Do It]

Output: Use two fingers close together, and then spread them apart, touching the screen as you spread them.

Droid X For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Alt+Shift+N [Action]

Output: Create a new file in the current package

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+Shift+O [Action]

Output: Organize the import statements

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] F3 [Action]

Output: Navigate to the source definition

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Alt+Shift+R [Action]

Output: Rename an object

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+H [Action]

Output: Search through Java files

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+Shift+T [Action]

Output: Open a particular type

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Ctrl+G [Action]

Output: Find declarations

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Alt+← [Action]

Output: Navigate left

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Keyboard Shortcut] Alt+→ [Action]

Output: Navigate right

Eclipse Keyboard Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Turn on Num lock [Shortcut]

Output: Alt + left Shift

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Turn on Cap lock [Shortcut]

Output: Alt + right Shift

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Turn off Num or Cap lock [Shortcut]

Output: Shift

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Go to top of a page or list [Shortcut]

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Go to bottom of a page or list [Shortcut]

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Insert period [Shortcut]

Output: Space twice

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Capitalize letter [Shortcut]

Output: Letter and keep it held down

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Insert @ or period for e-mail address [Shortcut]

Output: Space

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Type accented or special character [Shortcut]

Output: Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Action] Switch between input language [Shortcut]

Output: Alt + Enter

Press and hold letter while you scroll trackball/trackpad left or right

BlackBerry Curve: Typing Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Singular] knife [Plural]

Output: knives

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Singular] sheep [Plural]

Output: sheep

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Singular] man [Plural]

Output: men

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Singular] woman [Plural]

Output: women

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Singular] child [Plural]

Output: children

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Singular] deer [Plural]

Output: deer

Examples of irregular plurals


Input: [Solution] Build a fence around the perimeter of your chicken coop and pen. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Domestic dogs

Keep Your Chickens Safe from Predators - For Dummies

Common Chicken Predators and Solutions for Avoiding Attacks


Input: [Solution] Use clip latches with spring-loaded locking mechanisms on chicken doors or place padlocks on chicken doors. Place quarter-inch wire hardware cloth over chicken coop windows; secure windows even more by installing iron bars. Construct a fence around all sides of your outside pen. Make the fence of half-inch wire hardware cloth on a wood or metal frame. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Raccoons

Keep Your Chickens Safe from Predators - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Use a coyote roller bar secured to a perimeter fence. Create a well-secured chicken coop and an outside pen that is protected on all sides. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Coyotes

Keep Your Chickens Safe from Predators - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Lock up chickens safely at night. Construct a fence of half-inch wire hardware cloth around the perimeter of your pen. Bury the fence one foot deep and one foot outward so that the underground part of the fence is L-shaped. Refrain from keeping free-ranging chickens if you suspect you have a fox living nearby. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Foxes

Keep Your Chickens Safe from Predators - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Avoid keeping pure-white chicken breeds. Provide a layered garden structure to limit visibility. Add screen tops to a secure outside pen. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Birds of prey

Keep Your Chickens Safe from Predators - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Make sure your chicken coop and secure outside pen do not have holes or gaps that minks and weasels can squeeze through. Trap and relocate them to a wildlife habitat. Hire a professional to trap them, or call the state wildlife agency for help. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Minks and weasels

Keep Your Chickens Safe from Predators - For Dummies


Input: [Solution] Close up holes in and around the chicken coop area. [Chicken Predator]

Output: Snakes

Keep Your Chickens Safe from Predators - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Oval and Rectangle tools [Modifier Action] Constrain shape to a circle or square [Mac Shortcut] Shift-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Oval and Rectangle tools [Modifier Action] Draw from the center [Mac Shortcut] Option-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Alt-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Oval and Rectangle tools [Modifier Action] Constrain shape to a circle or square and draw from the center [Mac Shortcut] Option-Shift-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Alt-Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Line tool [Modifier Action] Constrain lines to 45° increments [Mac Shortcut] Shift-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Line tool [Modifier Action] Draw from the center [Mac Shortcut] Option-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Alt-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Line tool [Modifier Action] Constrain lines to 45° increments and drawn from the center [Mac Shortcut] Option-Shift-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Alt-Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Brush and Pencil tools [Modifier Action] Constrain strokes to vertical or horizontal [Mac Shortcut] Shift-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Pen [Modifier Action] Add points [Mac Shortcut] Click to add a straight point; click and drag to add a curve point [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Click to add a straight point; click and drag to add a curve point

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Use the Selection tool to move and rotate shapes while constraining direction [Mac Shortcut] Shift-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Move a selected element by one pixel [Mac Shortcut] Select the object(s) and click an arrow key [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Select the object(s) and click an arrow key

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Move a selection by eight pixels [Mac Shortcut] Select the object(s) and then press an arrow key while holding down the Shift key [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Select the object(s) and then press an arrow key while holding down the Shift key

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Use the Selection tool to create a copy of an object [Mac Shortcut] Select the object and then Option-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Select the object and then Ctrl-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Subselection tool [Modifier Action] Convert a corner point to a curve point [Mac Shortcut] Option-drag [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Alt-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Zoom tool [Modifier Action] Switch between Zoom In and Zoom Out modes [Mac Shortcut] Select the tool and then press Option to zoom out; release the Option key to change modes [Windows Shortcut]

Output: Select the tool and then press Alt to zoom out; release the Alt key to change modes

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Singular] xylophone [Plural]

Output: xylophones

Examples of regular plurals


Input: [Singular] quintuplet [Plural]

Output: quintuplets

Examples of regular plurals


Input: [Singular] worrywart [Plural]

Output: worrywarts

Examples of regular plurals


Input: [Singular] nerd [Plural]

Output: nerds

Examples of regular plurals


Input: [Singular] lollipop [Plural]

Output: lollipops

Examples of regular plurals


Input: [Singular] eyebrow [Plural]

Output: eyebrows

Examples of regular plurals


Input: [Tool] Oval and Rectangle tools [Modifier Action] Constrain shape to a circle or square [Windows Shortcut] Shift-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Oval and Rectangle tools [Modifier Action] Draw from the center [Windows Shortcut] Alt-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Option-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Oval and Rectangle tools [Modifier Action] Constrain shape to a circle or square and draw from the center [Windows Shortcut] Alt-Shift-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Option-Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Line tool [Modifier Action] Constrain lines to 45° increments [Windows Shortcut] Shift-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Line tool [Modifier Action] Draw from the center [Windows Shortcut] Alt-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Option-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Line tool [Modifier Action] Constrain lines to 45° increments and drawn from the center [Windows Shortcut] Alt-Shift-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Option-Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Brush and Pencil tools [Modifier Action] Constrain strokes to vertical or horizontal [Windows Shortcut] Shift-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Pen [Modifier Action] Add points [Windows Shortcut] Click to add a straight point; click and drag to add a curve point [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Click to add a straight point; click and drag to add a curve point

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Use the Selection tool to move and rotate shapes while constraining direction [Windows Shortcut] Shift-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Shift-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Move a selected element by one pixel [Windows Shortcut] Select the object(s) and click an arrow key [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Select the object(s) and click an arrow key

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Move a selection by eight pixels [Windows Shortcut] Select the object(s) and then press an arrow key while holding down the Shift key [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Select the object(s) and then press an arrow key while holding down the Shift key

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Selection tool [Modifier Action] Use the Selection tool to create a copy of an object [Windows Shortcut] Select the object and then Ctrl-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Select the object and then Option-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Subselection tool [Modifier Action] Convert a corner point to a curve point [Windows Shortcut] Alt-drag [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Option-drag

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [Tool] Zoom tool [Modifier Action] Switch between Zoom In and Zoom Out modes [Windows Shortcut] Select the tool and then press Alt to zoom out; release the Alt key to change modes [Mac Shortcut]

Output: Select the tool and then press Option to zoom out; release the Option key to change modes

Flash Tool Modifier Shortcuts - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] AppActivate [What It Does]

Output: Activates an application window

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Beep [What It Does]

Output: Sounds a tone via the computer's speaker

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Call [What It Does]

Output: Transfers control to another procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] ChDir [What It Does]

Output: Changes the current directory

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] ChDrive [What It Does]

Output: Changes the current drive

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Close [What It Does]

Output: Closes a text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Const [What It Does]

Output: Declares a constant value

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Date [What It Does]

Output: Sets the current system date

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Declare [What It Does]

Output: Declares a reference to an external procedure in a Dynamic Link Library (DLL)

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] DeleteSetting [What It Does]

Output: Deletes a section or key setting from an application's entry in the Windows Registry

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Dim [What It Does]

Output: Declares variables and (optionally) their data types

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Do-Loop [What It Does]

Output: Loops through a set of instructions

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] End [What It Does]

Output: Used by itself, exits the program; also used to end a block of statements that begin with If, With, Sub, Function, Property, Type, or Select

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Erase [What It Does]

Output: Re-initializes an array

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Error [What It Does]

Output: Simulates a specific error condition

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Exit Do [What It Does]

Output: Exits a block of Do-Loop code

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Exit For [What It Does]

Output: Exits a block of For-Next code

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Exit Function [What It Does]

Output: Exits a Function procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Exit Property [What It Does]

Output: Exits a property procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Exit Sub [What It Does]

Output: Exits a subroutine procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] FileCopy [What It Does]

Output: Copies a file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] For Each-Next [What It Does]

Output: Loops through a set of instructions for each member of a collection

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] For-Next [What It Does]

Output: Loops through a set of instructions a specific number of times

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Function [What It Does]

Output: Declares the name and arguments for a Function procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Get [What It Does]

Output: Reads data from a text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] GoSub...Return [What It Does]

Output: Branches to and returns from a procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] GoTo [What It Does]

Output: Branches to a specified statement within a procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] If-Then-Else [What It Does]

Output: Processes statements conditionally (the Else part is optional)

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Input # [What It Does]

Output: Reads data from a sequential text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Kill [What It Does]

Output: Deletes a file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Let [What It Does]

Output: Assigns the value of an expression to a variable or property

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Line Input # [What It Does]

Output: Reads a line of data from a sequential text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Load [What It Does]

Output: Loads an object but doesn't show it

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Lock...Unlock [What It Does]

Output: Controls access to a text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Mid [What It Does]

Output: Replaces characters in a string with other characters

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] MkDir [What It Does]

Output: Creates a new directory

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Name [What It Does]

Output: Renames a file or directory

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] On Error [What It Does]

Output: Gives specific instructions for what to do in the case of an error

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] On...GoSub [What It Does]

Output: Branches, based on a condition

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] On...GoTo [What It Does]

Output: Branches, based on a condition

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Open [What It Does]

Output: Opens a text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Option Base [What It Does]

Output: Changes the default lower limit for arrays

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Option Compare [What It Does]

Output: Declares the default comparison mode when comparing strings

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Option Explicit [What It Does]

Output: Forces declaration of all variables in a module

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Option Private [What It Does]

Output: Indicates that an entire module is Private

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Print # [What It Does]

Output: Writes data to a sequential file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Private [What It Does]

Output: Declares a local array or variable

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Property Get [What It Does]

Output: Declares the name and arguments of a Property Get procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Property Let [What It Does]

Output: Declares the name and arguments of a Property Let procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Property Set [What It Does]

Output: Declares the name and arguments of a Property Set procedure

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Public [What It Does]

Output: Declares a public array or variable

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Put [What It Does]

Output: Writes a variable to a text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] RaiseEvent [What It Does]

Output: Fires a user-defined event

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Randomize [What It Does]

Output: Initializes the random number generator

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] ReDim [What It Does]

Output: Changes the dimensions of an array

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Rem [What It Does]

Output: Specifies a line of comments (same as an apostrophe ['])

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Reset [What It Does]

Output: Closes all open text files

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Resume [What It Does]

Output: Resumes execution when an error-handling routine finishes

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] RmDir [What It Does]

Output: Removes an empty directory

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] SaveSetting [What It Does]

Output: Saves or creates an application entry in the Windows Registry

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Seek [What It Does]

Output: Sets the position for the next access in a text file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Select Case [What It Does]

Output: Processes statements conditionally

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] SendKeys [What It Does]

Output: Sends keystrokes to the active window

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] Set [What It Does]

Output: Assigns an object reference to a variable or property

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies


Input: [VBA Statement] SetAttr [What It Does]

Output: Changes attribute information for a file

Common VBA Statements for Excel VBA Programming - For Dummies