This will get rid of any ice crystals and other buildup it acquired while it was frozen. Give it a good rinse under cool running water. Dry it off with a paper towel before proceeding. If you don't have the time or inclination to defrost a piece of fish, you can skip the hassle and cook it frozen. Certain cooking methods allow you to turn a piece of frozen fish into a delicious dinner with no intermediary thawing step. Try these methods:    Steaming. Place the fish in an inch or two of broth and slowly steam it. It's healthy, delicious cooking method that results in silky fish, whether you start with fresh or raw fish.   Baking. Brush the fish with olive oil and place it in a roasting pan. Bake the fish until it's no longer opaque and easily flakes apart. Use a foil packet on the grill. If you really want to grill the fish, brush it with oil and sprinkle it with seasonings, then wrap it up in a foil packet and crimp the edges. Place it on a hot grill. The fish will steam in the packet and taste delicious when it's finished. Add it to soup or stew. If you have shrimp, mussels or clams that are frozen, you can simply add them to stew or soup that's simmering hot. The seafood will start cooking in the seasoned liquid and be ready to eat within a few minutes. Some recipes require that fish be thawed in order to achieve the right texture and cook evenly. For example, grilling frozen fish might cause you to end up with a piece of fish that's overcooked on the outside and cold on the inside. Frying frozen fish might also result in undercooked pieces. Check the recipe you're using and see if it specifies that you must use thawed fish for best results.  If you're not sure whether you can cook the fish while it's frozen, it's probably better to defrost it first, just in case. However, if a recipe specifies that the fish should be thawed, you can still take a risk and cook it frozen. Just add a few minutes to the specified cooking time, and make sure the fish is cooked through before you serve it.

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Enjuaga el pescado cuando lo saques del congelador. Cocina el pescado de inmediato. Considera las recetas que requieren un pescado descongelado.


This will give you a few friends to start off with. You can ask your elementary friends what school they’ll be going to at the end of your final year, just make sure to get phone numbers so that you can make plans to meet up with them at your new school. Once you start school, you can also try to make friends with people you see getting on and off at the same bus stop. Friends that live in your neighborhood can be handy, since you’ll have an easier time hanging out and you’ll have someone nearby that you can call for homework help or advice. Even if you have a whole bunch of your elementary friends coming with you to middle school, you should still try to make some new friends. If you don’t try to meet new people, you’ll never know what you’re missing. Maybe someone you meet will be your best friend for a while. A great way to meet new friends is to join clubs at your new school. Most schools will have at least a few clubs and some have lots! Some schools will let you start your own too, if you don’t find one that sounds good to you. There might be book clubs, a bible study, movie clubs, theater clubs, environmental clubs, cooking club, robotics clubs, or yearbook club (and these are just a few examples). If your school doesn't have clubs, then you should set up an appointment with your school counselor and talk about creating a club. It will take some hard work, but you'll be able to meet some lifelong friends!  Don’t forget about sports! There are sports teams if you want to join a team, but there might also be clubs that are just about watching or playing friendly matches if you aren't really good enough or don’t want to join the official school teams. Volunteering is also a good way to meet new people and make new friends. Your school might have a group that volunteers to raise money for events, make cards for elderly people or people in the hospital, clean up local parks, or other great activities. You should show what you’re interested in, in subtle ways so that people that like the same thing will know...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca personas que conozcas. Busca personas que vivan cerca de ti. Muestra disposición a hacer nuevos amigos. Únete a clubes. Muestra tus intereses. Actúa aseguro de ti mismo. ¡Habla con las personas! Haz cosas divertidas. ¡Sé amable! Sé tú mismo Ten un grupo pequeño y cercano de mejores amigos. No dejes que tu vida social arruine tu vida académica. No te preocupes mucho con respecto a lo que los demás piensen de ti Diviértete


This will give you a good overview of the process so that you can anticipate what step comes next and what parts you will need next.  Remember that while this article gives a good overview of the process of installing a garage door, there may be important steps that are specific to your manufacturer.  Always assume that their instructions supersede those provided here. Your garage door should come with all the necessary parts included.  Be sure you have all the parts listed in the instructions and that you understand where each piece provided should go once installed.  Its always a good idea to organize your parts into piles, so you can see exactly what you have (and if anything is missing).  While there is some variation depending on the manufacturer, a garage door should come with panel sections, hinges that connect each section together, rollers that allow the sections to move up and down, track for the rollers to move in, brackets to connect the track to the frame of the garage, and a tension spring to help offset the weight of the door.  If any parts are missing do not begin installation.  Proceeding without all of the necessary parts could lead to trouble installing your garage door, damage to the door, or even injury due to a poorly installed door. This includes a hammer, nails, power drill with a screwdriver tip, and screws. You will also need a ladder to reach the parts of the door that are overhead. In fact, it's not a bad idea to have two ladders handy, so that you and your helper can both be on one at the same time. Have all your tools and manufacturer-provided garage door pieces at arm's length to make installation easier. If hinges aren't already attached to the top of the first panel, attach them. Slide a roller into the left and right hinges on the panel.  Also attach the manufacturer-supplied weather stripping to the first panel's bottom edge. This is also a good time to pre-drill holes for the hinges on the rest of the sections, as it will be easier to get the sections lined up exactly when...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lee todas las indicaciones del fabricante. Haz un inventario de las piezas. Junta todas las herramientas y material adicional que necesitarás para la instalación. Prepara el primer panel de la puerta para su instalación.


This will give you a sense of what being part of a team is like and how to play a real game. It will also give you a chance to interact with other footballers, coaches and teams. Sharing your tips to playing better or running faster never hurts, and someone might even share theirs with you. When you play in a club or team, your chances of getting noticed and scouted by a team are much higher. In football you have to take risks, so go for it! You will make silly mistakes sometimes, you will get injured, but that's all part of the learning process. See you on the pitch...

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This will give you a sort of blank canvas to work on. It may also make it easier for you to figure out what you have and where to put it. You might even find something that does not belong in your dresser. This will help you figure out what you should put in which drawer. There are many different ways to sort out your clothes. It all depends on what you already own and how much space you have in your dresser. Here are some ideas to get you started:  Sort your clothes based on type, such as: pants, shirts, skirts, etc. Sort your clothes based on season, such as: summer, winter, fall, spring, warm weather, and cool weather. Sort your clothes based on occasion, such as: casual, school, work, formal, nightgowns, pajamas, and so forth. Are there clothes you have not worn in months or years? Is there something that no longer fits or suits your style, tastes, or interests? How about clothes that are ripped, stained, damaged, or torn? Go through your piles, and pick out the clothes you don't wear anymore. They are only taking up valuable space and could be put towards a better use. Here are some things you can do with the clothes you no longer wear:  Donate the clothes that are still in good condition. You can take them to your local salvation army or homeless shelter. You can also give them away to friends or family members. Consider mending the ripped or torn clothes. Sometimes, you might come across something that you still like and would wear, if not for the horrible tear in the most embarrassing of places. Instead of tossing the garment, try mending it yourself with a needle and thread. If you are afraid to mend something, consider taking it to a professional seamstress. Keep in mind, however, that some things are beyond repair and cannot be mended. Consider dyeing stained clothes that you still like. If you can't get a stain out, you can try dyeing the garment with fabric dry. You can also try coloring the stain in with an opaque fabric marker. It is not a perfect solution, but it might make the stain less...

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Saca todo de la cómoda. Clasifica la ropa en distintas categorías y colócalas en pilas separadas. Separa la ropa que ya no utilizas de la que aún utilizas. Dobla la ropa si es necesario. Limpia el interior de cada cajón y añade un forro para cajones. Retira todo de la parte superior de la cómoda. Limpia la parte superior de la cómoda para darle un brillo fresco.


This will give you enough time to make trips to the store if you are running low on something. Having all the items you’re packing in front of you visually may even help you make some eliminations throughout the week, saving valuable room in your suitcase.  Making a check list a week in advance will ensure you don’t forget anything valuable, as you can add to the list throughout the week. Take note of the items you use on a daily basis, chances are these are what you’ll also need on your trip. Consider talking to friends or acquaintances who have been to the place you’re visiting and see if they have any recommendations for what to bring.  An insider’s view is usually more helpful than Internet research or a guidebook. Not only is it more personalized, but they will be able to answer your specific questions. Analyze each item individually to determine the likelihood of using it during your two-week trip, and whether or not it’s something you can easily buy once you reach your destination, such as toiletries.  Decide if the amount you’ll use the item justifies its weight in your bag. Do ample research on the destination so you’re fully aware of what you will and won’t have access to once you arrive.  Think in terms of items you can get by without, rather than what would be convenient on your trip. If it would be handy to have your trusty coffee press from home, but you will have easy access to inexpensive coffee on every corner, this is probably something you should leave behind. Use lightweight luggage, like a backpack, so more weight can be devoted to the contents. But although luggage with wheels are usually made of heavier material, they do lighten the load on your back. Remember hard luggage helps protect valuables inside, while soft materials are more lightweight and easily conform to fit in the luggage bin, trunk of the car, etc. Not only will your luggage fit into the overhead bin of an airplane, but it won’t weigh you down. When you do reach your destination, you’ll enjoy mobility and spontaneity....

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Asegúrate de empacar con anticipación para que no entres en pánico la noche anterior. Coloca en el suelo todo lo que quieras empacar. Limita tu equipaje a 9 kg (20 libras) o a lo que puedas empacar en una maleta de 22 x 55 x 35 cm (9 x 22 x 14 pulgadas) en caso de que solo quieras viajar con una maleta de mano. Aprende a empacar prendas de forma eficiente.


This will give you lots of hiding places for your candy. It's even better if the jacket has pockets on the inside, as your parents won't be able to spot the bulges from the candy so easily. Wear the jacket to a store or your kitchen and once you have the candy, quickly slip it into your hidden pocket and close the zip.  If you got a receipt from the store, make sure to throw it away so your parents don't find it! Once the candy is safely hidden and you arrive home, tell your parents that you really need to go to the bathroom -- no time to take your jacket off!   Then, run to your room and quickly remove the candy from the hidden pocket. Put it somewhere safe, like in your pillowcase or in your underwear drawer. Don't forget to actually go to the bathroom -- if you don't your parents will know you were lying and up to no good! For best results, flush the toilet as if you did go and turn the sink tap on for a bit as if you're washing your hands. Wait until a good moment before you go back to eat the candy -- like when your parents are asleep or entertaining visitors, then they won't be checking in on you!  Just be sure to clean your face before you see them again, you don't want any tell-tale signs of chocolate or stickiness on your face!

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ponte una chaqueta con muchos bolsillos. Consigue las golosinas. Haz como si quisieras ir al baño. Come las golosinas en secreto.


This will give your cat a little more freedom and keep him safe while he is out on the balcony with you. It's important to note that your cat or kitten is never too young to begin learning to wear a harness. There can be benefits to starting young; if you start training your kitten to wear a harness at, say 8 weeks, then he will more easily accept wearing a harness as normal. With that said, it's also possible to train adult cats to wear harnesses; it just takes a bit more patience.   Make sure to get the right size of harness. Measure the cat's neck and stomach with a measuring tape snugly but not tightly. Then purchase the harness that best approximates those measurements.  Start by putting on the harness (without the leash) on its slackest setting while giving your cat lots of praise and his favorite treat. Then remove harness after a minute or two. Repeat this at least twice a day for 1-2 weeks and gradually extend the amount of time your cat wears the harness before he gets a treat and your praise. The goal is to get your cat to forget he is wearing the harness and be comfortable in it.  How readily your cat accepts the harness is a matter of his individual character and how quick he learns. Male or female, neutered or un-neutered, if the cat is generally sociable and happy to be around people, then you have a good chance of training him to wear a harness. Attach the leash to the harness once your cat has been trained and accepts wearing the harness.  Fit the harness so that it is snug, but that you are still able to insert two fingers between the straps and the cat. If the harness is too slack, the cat may be able to wriggle free. On the other hand, if the harness is too tight, this can cause discomfort or pain for your cat.  Be aware that a regular harness may snap when placed under stress, which would occur if the cat falls off the balcony. Use the harness to restrict the cat's movements so that he cannot reach the balcony rail and thus put himself in a position of danger. If your intention is to use...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Entrena a tu gato para que aprenda a usar un arnés. Colócale el arnés y déjalo en el balcón. Ata la correa a un objeto fijo. Vigila siempre al gato.


This will go along way to getting on your parents’ good side. Someone with an honest-looking demeanor can go a long way in convincing someone you are innocent, or, at the very least, remorseful.Arguing or whining will just prolong the conversation and will not work in your favor. These are verbal and nonverbal signals that many people associate with lying.  Look the person in the eyes. Do not glance around furtively. Even though eye movement has been proven to not be associated with lying, many people still make the correlations. Do not fidget. This could be playing with your hands, gesturing, putting your hair behind your ears, or other nervous tics. Try sitting on your hands or grasping your hands together to avoid fidgeting. Power prime. Power priming is when you think back to a time when you were in control or had power. Calling upon these memories can affect how other people perceive you. By putting yourself back where you were when you were successful and/or cunning, people will perceive you that way, too. ” This method of speaking will show that you are interested in learning and cooperation, not defensiveness. Finish the sentence with something specific, not something general. This tactic will show them you are listening and that they are being heard. Lying will end up being more costly in the end. You will feel trapped by the lie you set up or caught in a contradiction. Instead of letting your feelings come out in a passive-aggressive way, or not at all, say them in a sentence. For example, say “Mom, I’m ashamed about what I did” or “I feel guilty about what I did.” Understanding your parents’ point of view will open up a lot of possibilities., and then you can begin speaking to what they are upset about.  For example, let’s say you broke a window. They may not be upset about the broken window—they may actually be upset that you did not tell them about it immediately, or perhaps money is tight and the unforeseen cost is causing them stress. Figure out what they are truly upset about, which might be...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Actúa de forma honesta y sincera. Evita las señales de estrés. Empieza las oraciones con la frase “Sí, estoy de acuerdo en que…”. No mientas. Expresa tus sentimientos con palabras. Habla con empatía. Reconoce su esfuerzo. Ofrécete a hacer algo para compensar tu error.


This will harden and brown to create a tasty, crispy outer layer. A richer cheese topping can be achieved with blue or feta cheese crumbles, though these are generally melty instead of crispy. Although the second method recommends the use of balsamic vinegar as a sauce, there are many others you might use. The sweet and salty taste of teriyaki sauce, for example, would add a refreshing flavor to the cabbage.  Traditional kinds of salad dressing could also be used on your cabbage after it's finished baking, much like a sauce. A sprinkling of soy sauce or sweet and sour sauce can bring an exotic flavor to your baked cabbage. Use a grater to shred cleaned, peeled potatoes. Add these in a thin, even layer over your cabbage. Sprinkle the potatoes with a little oil and season it according to your taste. Dust the potatoes with parmesan cheese to get a tasty, crusty outer layer. For potatoes that are a little more substantive and less creamy, julienne potatoes thinly and layer these atop the cabbage. Cut thick slices of bacon into chunks. Scatter these over and around the cabbage. Layer full strips of bacon on top of the cabbage. Arrange it as you see fit. Try this with other meats, like ham, ground beef, and more.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Espolvorea queso parmesano sobre la col. Disfruta tu col al horno con salsa. Pon una capa de papas sobre la col antes de ponerla al horno. Hornea carne junto con la col. Listo.


This will help counter the taste and balance the potency of plain vodka.  Russian drinkers refer to appetizers as "zakuski" and it is considered traditional to snack between each sip.  Common zakuski include quiche, smoked fish, spicy sausage, olives, and cucumbers.

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This will help drive excess water off and save time. Otherwise, simply wash your laundry as usual. Then, remove the clothing from the washing machine and take it to the clothesline in a laundry basket.  If a shorter drying time is not needed, save the cost of electricity for the extra spin if the laundry can be left on the line longer. Place the piece of clothing on a plastic hanger and clip the hanger to the clothes line to prevent the hanger from blowing off the clothesline. Be careful using hangers on the line on a windy day, as the hanger might blow off, or the item slip off the hanger. You may need to pin the clothing with great care to the hanger, and only ever use plastic hangers to avoid staining. Hang towels by folding them over the line one end and pinning each end. To help achieve a softer dry, shake towels a lot before hanging them on the line, with a "snap." Doing this loosens the pile. Do it again when removing them from the line.  Towels that dry faster on the line can feel softer, such as hanging them out on a windy, warm day. You could give them a quick 5 minute tumble in the dryer before hanging them up or after bringing them in off the line. Adding vinegar to the rinse cycle might also help to reduce towel stiffness. Hang sheets by folding hem to hem, pinning one hem over the line, then pinning the other hem to the corners of the first hem, just a few in/cm inside the first hem corners. Have the sheet open toward the wind, to allow it to billow like a sail, and run your hands down the edges to ensure it is hanging square and even.  Widthwise is best for hanging items such as sheets, tablecloths, and flatwork because it takes up less space on the line and puts the stress on the warp yarns (the yarns that run lengthwise), which are stronger than the filling yarns.  Hang blankets and other heavy items across two lines, or more, as needed. Always hang pillow cases and similar items with the open side down. Pants and shorts can be line-dried. Hang shorts and pants/trousers by the waistband on...

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Activa un ciclo de centrifugado adicional si tu lavadora ofrece esta opción. Seca las prendas delicadas con un colgador de ropa de plástico. Cuelga las toallas. Cuelga las sábanas. Cuelga los pantalones largos y cortos. Cuelga las camisetas. Cuelga los vestidos y las faldas. Cuelga la ropa interior. Cuelga la ropa de color bajo la sombra y la ropa blanca bajo el sol. Coloca los ganchos de ropa en partes discretas. Rota la ropa. Dobla la ropa


This will help prevent hearing damage when you first put it on. There is a jack on the bottom of the controller in the center. Plug the headset into this jack. When you start playing a game, slowly turn the volume up until it is at a comfortable level. The headset is only for voice chat, no game sound or music will be transferred through the headset. If the headset doesn't work, it may be faulty or the connection port may be dirty. Ensure that the cables are not frayed, and that there is no dirt on the connector. You can use a cotton swab and rubbing alcohol to clean the port.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Baja el volumen del auricular por completo. Conecta el auricular a tu mando. Ponte el auricular. Repara un auricular averiado.


This will help protect the metal against moisture down the road, preventing unwanted effects like rusting.  Follow the instructions on the packaging for the brand you purchase to figure out which hardener you should mix it with. Make sure to do this at the automotive store so you can buy the hardener at the same time. These products can vary significantly in their treatment needs, so don’t work by a rule of thumb — always follow the specific instructions. Mix the primer with the hardener. Pour the solution into the can of your spray gun. Apply one coat evenly onto the bike, allow it to dry, then repeat. Follow the recommended drying times on the packaging for the primer you bought. When applying any product with a spray gun, make sure to move the spray slowly and evenly across the surface. Most primers leave a powdery texture behind, especially after multiple coatings, so you want to smooth the bike back down to a level surface. Use a 2000-grit wet-and-dry sandpaper. Don’t use enough thinner to strip the primer, just enough to wipe down the newly sanded surface. You don’t want any of the epoxy primer mixing in with the paint you want to apply. As with the epoxy primer, use the ratio recommended by the packaging on the specific product you buy. Again, you want to make sure you’ve mixed the products thoroughly. This will prevent clogging in the spray gun and ensure a smooth coat on your motorcycle. You’ll sand down the bike before applying the final layer.  Let each layer dry completely between applications, using the drying times recommended on the paint packaging.  After the third layer of paint has dried, sand the surface again with a 2000-grit wet-and-dry sandpaper. You want to surface to be perfectly smooth in preparation for the final coat of paint. Wipe the surface down with a clean rag after sanding. Apply the final coat of paint and let it dry. Clean the spray gun thoroughly again after applying your final coat of paint. Follow the recommendations on the lacquer packaging to determine how long you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aplica dos capas de imprimante epóxico. Una vez que la segunda capa se haya secado, lija ligeramente la superficie sobre la que aplicaste el imprimante. Limpia la superficie con un trapo ligeramente humedecido con disolvente. Limpia la pistola rociadora. Mezcla la pintura con el disolvente. Usa la pistola rociadora para aplicar de tres a cuatro capas de la pintura que elijas para la motocicleta. Aplica dos capas de laca transparente para darle el acabado final y proteger la pintura de los elementos externos.


This will help restrict the child's movements while giving you free use of both hands. Do not sit on their arms, but apply gentle pressure with your thighs. This will also keep their head relatively still. The goal is to quickly drop in the medicine while they are restrained. If they are thrashing and crying, it may be difficult to open their eyes. If they are not cooperating, you can apply the medicine to their closed eyes. Watch for when their head is still and their eyes are closed for longer than a second before applying the drops. This is the corner of the eye closest to the nose. Use the prescribed number of drops. The drops will pool along the tear duct. Do this as quickly as possible, and they may not even realize that you have have done it. The medicine should roll into their eyes. If it does not, you can have the child tilt their head until it does. If the child is hesitant or won’t open their eyes, just wait — eventually the eyes will open. When the child opens their eye, the drops will partially roll in.  If they refuse to open their eyes, place your index finger on their upper eyelid and your thumb on the lower. Gently pry open the eye so that the medicine can run in. If the medicine does not touch their eyeball, you may need repeat the process. The closed eye method, although it can work for squirming children, is not as effective as applying the medicine directly to the eye. With a tissue, gently remove any excess medication from their eyelids. Wash your hands immediately afterwards. Remember to wash your child’s hands as well.

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Recuéstalo con la cabeza entre tus muslos y sus brazos debajo de tus piernas. Espera a que cierre los ojos. Aplica las gotas junto al conducto lacrimal de los párpados. Espera a que abra los ojos. Limpia el exceso.


This will help soften the stool and make it easier to pass. Water and juices are excellent for this purpose.  Milk may cause constipation in some children. Avoid giving your child caffeinated drinks like tea and coke.  The amount of water children need varies based on age, activity levels, and the climates in which they live. However, if your child is tired and passes cloudy or dark urine, this indicates that he or he is dehydrated. Fiber will help your child produce soft stools that are easy to pass. High fiber foods include beans, whole grain breads, fruits and vegetables. The following are recommended amounts of fiber for children:  Approximately 20 g of fiber per day for young children About 29 g per day for teenage girls Roughly 38 g per day for teenage boys Most are rich fruits that your child will probably readily enjoy:  Prunes Peaches Pears Plums Apples Apricots Raspberries Strawberries Beans Peas Spinach These include:  Milk and dairy products for some children Carrots, squash, potatoes, bananas, and other foods with a high starch content Highly processed foods that are high in fat, sugar, and salt, but low in fiber will also increase a child's tendency to become constipated. Those foods will make the child feel full and they are likely to pass up other, healthier, high-fiber foods. This will help stimulate bowel movements. Activities include:  Taking your child to a playground to run around Encouraging bike riding Going swimming Suggest that your child sit on the toilet for at least 10 minutes approximately 30-60 minutes after each meal and try to have a bowel movement. You can pair this with relaxation techniques that may reduce your child’s anxiety about having painful bowel movements.  Use deep breathing to help your child concentrate on relaxing his or her muscles. Have your child imagine relaxing images or a bowel movement that isn’t painful. Gently massage your child’s belly before he or she tries to have a bowel movement Be supportive and reward your child for trying. You can give a small...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dale a tu niño muchos líquidos. Dale una dieta rica en fibra. Procura darle a tu niño alimentos con un posible efecto laxante suave y ricos en fibra. Reduce su ingesta de alimentos que pueden causar estreñimiento. Dale a tu niño la oportunidad de realizar ejercicio físico. Hazle una rutina para que pueda defecar.


This will help strip the fan of any leftover dirt, dust, or old, flaky paint. This part could be optional if you’re working with a fan that’s in very good condition, but for older fans, it makes the job much easier. After sanding, make sure to wipe off any grains of residue. A clean rag and some soapy water is simple and works well. Let the parts air dry. In an old t-shirt and gloves, shake up the bottle and test it on an area of old newspaper or cardboard. Once it’s ready to go, spray the blades and/or hardware pieces with a thin, even coat. Allow them to air dry. It’s easiest to work with primer in spray paint form when it comes to a ceiling fan. You could use generic liquid primer, but this stuff is much less messy and goes on easier and more evenly. Again, using spray paint is easiest (though not mandatory), and for any color you should be spraying from about 6–8 inches (15.2–20.3 cm) away. Move the can in a side-to-side motion to get an even coat of paint. It’s best to start with the blades first, so they can get to drying.  Neutral colors (grey, white, brown) generally always work, but brighter colors can add a splash of fun that match the room’s look, too. What’s more, you could even buy paint in shades of metal, like nickel or copper, to give your fan an updated, more modern look. If you don’t want certain bits to get painted, cover them with painter’s tape. Let it dry, too, and inspect the pieces for any parts that have gone missed or that need a thicker coat in certain areas. If you’ve only missed a teeny, tiny section, you could always touch it up with the right shade of permanent marker.

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Lija las aspas con papel de lija de grano 120. Pinta todas las partes con imprimación de color blanco. Una vez que haya secado la imprimación blanca, pinta todas las partes. Una vez que la primera capa de pintura esté seca, aplica una segunda capa de pintura a todas las partes.


This will help the exercise regimen become a habit. In order to integrate this into your lifestyle, you'll need to make it a priority. To do this, set aside a time at least a few days a week. For example, plan to run for an hour every morning a 7am. Or, plan to hit the gym on Mondays from 6 to 8 pm. Getting over the initial hump will be the hardest part. If you exercise sporadically, whenever you feel like it, you'll fail to start an effective habit. For general-purpose exercise, it's best to develop a well-rounded exercise regimen. As you figure out what exercises you prefer, you can later tailor your regimen and goals towards these exercises. Focus on strength training and cardio workouts at first.  Try incorporating cardiovascular activity to your workouts. Start out simple with walking or running, whether on a treadmill or a trail. Do this for 20 minutes, 3-5 times a week. Incorporate strength-training exercises (like free weights or weight machines) into your weekly workouts too. Exercise all of your major muscle groups (chest and arms, legs, and core) at least twice a week. You’ll be more motivated to start exercise—and to keep going—if you have energetic music to listen to. Put together an hour’s worth of upbeat rock, pop, or hip-hop songs. Listening to music while exercising will distract you from the pain your muscles are in, and motivate you to push your body. Or, if you don’t have time to put your own playlist together, find pre-made workout playlists on music streaming sites like Spotify or Pandora. You don’t have to spend hours at the gym in order to exercise. There are plenty of short, effective workouts you can do during the day, whether at an office building or your home. You can  work out at your office or work desk and get in some cardio exercise without even leaving your office.  For example, if you work in an office building, take a 20-minute walk during lunch. Or, jog up and down the stairs for 15 minutes to raise your heart rate. Or, every 2 hours, take a 10-minute break to do 30...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige días y horarios en los que puedas ejercitarte. Empieza con algunos ejercicios simples. Crea una lista de reproducción divertida para hacer ejercicios. Incluye algunos ejercicios pequeños durante el día. No te agotes haciendo ejercicios en las primeras fases. Reserva tiempo para recuperarte después de cada rutina de ejercicios.


This will help you choose which diet and exercise route is right for you. Ask yourself the following questions: Do I want to lose weight? How much weight do I want to lose? Do I want to gain muscle? Am I happy with my weight, but want to tone up? This will help you track your progress. Remember that muscle weighs more than fat, so if your goal is to add bulk or tone up your muscles, then you might gain some overall weight. If this is the case, then focus on your measurements rather than the number on the scale. This will help keep you motivated and will make you feel incredibly satisfied when you finally take that "after" picture. This will serve as a constant reminder about why you started, especially on those difficult days when you just want to give up.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide dónde quieres mejorar. Pésate y mídete. Tómate una fotografía que muestre el "antes". Compra el bikini que quisieras usar (a menos que ya lo tengas) y cuélgalo en un lugar donde lo veas todos los días.


This will help you cope right now by slowing your heart rate and calming you down. Deep breathing helps you think more clearly and also relieves muscle tension you may be feeling.  Slowly take a deep breath in through your nose. Feel the breath down in your belly. Hold it for a moment and then exhale slowly through your mouth. Repeat this a few times, or until you feel calmer and like you are coping with the trauma a bit better. Body relaxation and stillness is an important component to this! You cannot adequately control your breath if you are pacing, clenching, or fidgeting. Try to stand still, sit down, or even lie down if you can. Traumatic events tend to play like a movie over and over again in the mind. This is called a flashback.  When you catch yourself re-living the horror, bring yourself back to the present moment by using mindfulness strategies. Mindfulness helps you take care of yourself and cope by focusing you on the current moment.  Notice what is happening right now. Assess what emotions you are feeling, what you are thinking, and how your body feels without trying to stop any of it. Use grounding exercises, such as identifying five colors around you, finding something around you you've never noticed, closing your eyes and identifying what you hear, etc. Notice as the feelings and thoughts go away and as you feel better. Continue what you were doing before the flashback. Practice mindfulness all the time so that you can become better at handling flashbacks if/when they occur. A change of environment and physical distance from the traumatic event can help you cope by relieving some of the stress and tension you feel. This may mean just a few minutes to take a walk, spending the night with a close friend, or it might mean taking a weekend vacation.  Take a mental break if the event just happened or if you cannot leave the area. Close your eyes for a few moments and imagine yourself somewhere peaceful. Practice going to your "safe place" often so that your brain gets used to it and can teleport...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Respira profundo unas cuantas veces. Prueba las estrategias de conciencia plena. Tómate un descanso. Haz algo de actividad física.


This will help you determine how long to make the dress and sleeves. It will also help you determine how much fabric to buy. Here are the areas you should measure:  Shoulder to floor. This is your "height" measurement. Wrist to center of chest. This is your "arm" measurement. Nape to waist. This is your "back" measurement. It needs to be twice your height measurement, and twice your arm measurement. The best fabric to use is polyester with a knit-like weave. Cotton is too light and will not drape properly. Put the fabric down on the floor so that it looks like a vertical rectangle. Fold it in half horizontally so that you end up with a square. Then, with the folded part on top, fold the fabric in half vertically. You should end up with a rectangle shape, two folded parts: one on the top, and one to the side. Align the top of your arm with the top, horizontal fold. Align the center of your back with the side, vertical fold. Trace around your side and underarm. You should end up with something that looks like a 7. You want to trace several inches away from your body so that the dress is loose-fitting. Here are some other things to keep in mind:  The dress tapers outward towards the bottom. The sleeves taper outward towards the wrists. Hem the sleeves and the bottom of the dress by 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) first. Then, unfold the dress so you end up with a T shape. Make sure that folded part of the hem is on the outside. Sew along the cut edges. Use a 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) seam allowance. Tie the ends of the threads into tight knots and snip off any excess. When you are done, flip the dress right-side-out.  The dress has slits up the sides. Sew the sides down just a little bit past your knees. Press the raw edges in by 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) and topstitch them down.  Press the hems flat with an iron for a nice, crisp edge. The neck hole needs to be just a little bit smaller than the circumference of your neck. It will become larger as you add the seam allowance. Make the front part a little bit lower than the back part....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Tómate las medidas usando una cinta métrica. Compra un poco de tela blanca. Dobla la tela por la mitad dos veces. Recuéstate sobre la tela y pídele a alguien que delinee el contorno de tu cuerpo. Recorta el vestido y cose las partes para unirlas. Corta un agujero para el cuello. Haz la capucha. Cose la capucha sobre el vestido. Haz el cuello. Cose el cuello sobre el vestido.


This will help you determine what you need to buy. If you are making an animal, decide what color will best resemble the animal's fur. If you are making a person, decide what color skin you want your puppet to have. You will need various colors of felt, something to draw on the felt, scissors or an exacto blade, and a thread & needle. You should also purchase any decorations you would like to have, such as googly eyes or sparkles. If you cannot or do not want to sew, be sure to also have a hot glue gun.  The color of the felt should match the color of the fur or skin of your creation. Be sure to purchase plenty of felt. It is easy to make mistakes so give yourself some room.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide lo que quieres crear. Reúne los materiales.


This will help you get to know what is normal for your hamster. Check him at least twice a day and get used to how much he eats every day, how much he drinks, how active he is and when he most likes to play. By knowing this, it helps you spot when things aren't right, such as his appetite has dropped off or he's drinking more than he did. Knowing these small details will help you spot any possible sickness early in your hamster if it manifests in his daily routine. Stress puts a strain on the immune system, which makes your hamster less able to fight off infection and get himself well again. Stress to a hamster includes feeling threatened or unsafe, so make sure the family cat or dog can't sit staring at him for hours on end. Consider covering half of the cage with a towel so the hamster has privacy and can retreat to a safe area if he needs to. Avoid loud noises, which can also frighten your hamster. Avoid anything in the air that could put a stress on its respiratory system, such as tobacco smoke or spray air fresheners. The ideal room temperature for a hamster is between 68 to 72 degrees. If it is very hot, the hamster can suffer from heat stress, so make sure there is a fan blowing near the cage in order to circulate air and cool him off. Very low temperatures below 50 degrees, especially for more than 24 hours, can trigger the hamster to go into hibernation. This makes them go to sleep and they are not able to wake up when you stimulate them, so it can appear the hamster is dead. If you suspect this is the case, put the hamster in a hamster safe box, such as his carry case, and pop him in the airing cupboard for a few days. Hamster that went into a state of hibernation will wake with this method.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Vigila a tu hámster en todo momento. Asegúrate de que tu hámster se estrese lo menos posible. Evita las temperaturas extremas.


This will help you rule out some face shapes and help you get a general sense of your look. Use a mirror and measuring tape if you need help.  If your face is about equally as long as it is wide, you most likely fall into the round, square, or heart shaped category.   If your face is a bit longer than it is wide, you may fall into the oval, square, or heart shaped faces. Your face is not round.  Oval-shaped faces are considered an ideal face shape for all hair styles. Your jawline falls at the bottom of your face. It starts at the level of your lower ears and ends at your chin. Look carefully at the shape of this area, paying close attention to the perimeter.  A pointed jawline will make a V-shape. A round jawline is mostly circular. Look for more rounded edges. A square jawline looks angular. It forms very clear lines that define the bottom of the face. Determine if this area is wide or narrow. Use the other areas of your face for comparison. If your forehead is larger or more prominent than the other parts of your face, you have a wide forehead. On the other hand, your hairline may come inward and make your forehead look narrow in comparison to the other areas on your face. The length of your face, your jawline, and your forehead dictate whether your face is round, oval, square, or heart shaped. Not all faces are perfectly square or oval. Use your judgment to determine which shape most accurately describes your face.  A round face looks circular. The jawline is round and the forehead may be wide or narrow. The face is equally long and wide. A heart shaped face looks like a heart. The forehead is wide and the jawline is a pointed V-shape. An oval face is long and round. The length of the face is longer than the width. The jawline is round. An oblong face will be a bit longer than an oval and not as wide. A square face has even width from top to bottom. The forehead is wide and the jawline is square. A diamond shaped face is widest in the center at the cheekbones. The jawline is V-shaped and the forehead is...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mide el largo y ancho de tu rostro. Considera el perfil de tu mandíbula. Observa tu frente y línea de cabello. Utiliza tus observaciones previas para determinar la forma de tu rostro. Escoge el flequillo adecuado para tu rostro. ¡No te olvides de tu cabello!


This will help you to avoid storing milk too long or wasting it. In addition, the nutrients in human milk change over time so that the milk provides your baby with what it needs at the current time. This means that by preventing some milk from getting too old, you make sure that your baby gets what they need at each feeding.  After three months, the fats in frozen milk begin to degrade, reducing the nutritional quality of the milk.  The milk loses vitamin C over time, so the sooner you use it the better. The milk should be fed at body temperature. If your baby will drink cold milk, you can also feed them directly after taking it out of the refrigerator. Thawed breast milk may look a little different or have a consistency that is a little different from fresh milk. This is okay and it is still safe to feed to your infant. Thawing can be done either in the refrigerator or using warm water.  If you plan to use the milk the next day, you can put it in the refrigerator to thaw overnight. Milk can also be thawed by running the closed, watertight container under warm water or putting it in a bowl of warm water. Milk that is thawed should be used within 24 hours or thrown out. A microwave will heat the milk unevenly. This means that some of the milk might be too cold and some might be so hot that it might burn the baby.  Bottles that are heated too quickly may explode in a microwave. If the milk is heated too much the nutrients may start to degrade, making it less nutritious for the baby. Heating the milk too fast may damage the antibodies in the milk that help build up the baby’s immune system. Breast milk can be given warm or cold; however, if it is too hot it may burn the baby.  Swirl the milk gently to mix it. This will mix and distribute the cream part, which rises to the top, throughout the milk. Do not shake the milk because that can cause some of the nutrients to break down. After swirling, apply a few drops to the inside of your wrist. It should be warm but not hot. It should not feel uncomfortable.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Utiliza primero la leche más antigua. Descongela la leche cuidadosamente. No descongeles la leche en el microondas. Verifica la temperatura de la leche.


This will help you to regain your self esteem. By trying to counter negativity with positivity, you can re-train your brain into positive thinking.   Recognize that you may have some negative thoughts about yourself  after a partner cheats on you. These may take the form of “If only I had ___________, then he/she wouldn’t have cheated.” Don’t blame yourself for the infidelity. The fault lies with the unfaithful significant other. Try to counter any negative thoughts with positive self-talk. Keep track of your thoughts and emotions regarding the situation. It is important to acknowledge when you catch yourself thinking negatively about yourself so you can break the pattern.   List your negative thoughts in your journal. Channel some creativity to think about positive affirmations that counter these negative emotions. For example, write about moments in the past where you felt good about yourself or when your self-esteem was higher. Doing this will help you keep up the momentum for building your self-esteem and re-discovering yourself after a bad relationship. Ask yourself what you want in life. Write your goals in your journal and start working towards a plan to make them happen.   Write a description of how you would like yourself to be and feel. Make a plan to take weekly and monthly actions towards this goal. Everyone wants to be happy, but your version of happiness is unique to you. You have to define for yourself what it means to be happy. Part of re-discovering yourself and building confidence after a bad relationship involves accepting yourself. Try getting back into hobbies or learn something new.  Spend some time alone to journal, read, or meditate. Do something for yourself that you have been putting off. You have the power to make your life better. Spend time with friends and family that make you feel good about yourself. There will be good days and bad days. It is important to know that even though you might have a bad day, there will be better days ahead.  The road to recovery can be long and...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lidia con tus pensamientos negativos. Lleva un diario. Construye una visión de tu futuro. Identifica las cosas que te nutren. Confía en el proceso.


This will help you understand the labels on the fabrics. Plus, you can use these terms to ask for help at your local fabric store. Here are the types of fabrics you'll find for quilts:   Solid fabrics are a single color and don't have a pattern. They're great for the back of your quilt or as accents for a fabric.  Mini print fabrics have a tiny print and usually have limited colors. It's easy to work with these prints because they aren't as mismatched.  Calico fabrics have a small-scale print that includes a variety of colors. They may be harder to combine with other fabrics, but they can be visually interesting.  Dot fabrics have the look of a polka dot print. However, the print doesn't just use dots. It may instead feature flowers, stars, or geometric shapes that are evenly spaced like polka dots.  Airy fabrics have very subtle line designs and don't have many colors.  Large scale fabrics have big prints or designs that cover the entire surface of the fabric. These designs are best for large quilt squares or for a flashy backside of your quilt. However, it's hard to cut it into small squares.  Striped fabrics feature various-sized stripes. You can use stripes to draw the eye in the direction of the lines.  Geometric fabrics feature geometric shapes in large stripes. Like regular stripes, geometric designs can draw the eye in the direction of the pattern.  Tone-on-tone fabrics have varying gradations of the same color. They are a great way to incorporate a small amount of pattern into your quilt.  Directional fabrics have a design that goes in one direction. It's the most difficult fabric to work with because it's easy for this design to get crooked or skewed. Generally, this type of design isn't great for beginners.  Low volume fabrics have a white or cream background with a small black print or geographic design. They're easy to use as a neutral in your quilt, as the pattern won't stand out. If you're making a quilt for a particular occasion or to give as a gift, think about what type of fabric would best...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Apréndete los nombres utilizados para los colores, los diseños y las texturas de las telas. Ten en cuenta el propósito y la persona que va a recibir la colcha. Escoge el color o el patrón principal para crear un tema unificado. Determina los colores que combinen mejor con el color o el patrón principal. Mezcla colores sólidos y estampados grandes y pequeños para crear un aspecto equilibrado. Utiliza una tela mezclada si deseas combinar diferentes patrones. Extiende las telas una al lado de la otra para asegurarte de que se vean bien juntas.


This will help your Greyhound learn the rules of his new home and respond to training. Your Greyhound may have been potty trained by his former owner or trainer, but he may act out by going to the bathroom in your home. You can prevent this by establishing a consistent walking and feeding schedule so your dog knows when it’s time to go to the bathroom and when it’s time to eat. Greyhounds are very active dogs and require lots of physical activity to remain happy and healthy. Greyhounds are prone to bloat, and allowing them to exert themselves soon after eating can increase this risk. Always wait at least 90 minutes after your Greyhound has eaten before you exercise him. Start the day with a 10 to 15 minute bathroom walk. If he does not relieve himself, bring him inside, confine him to the crate and feed him. Then, walk him again within 10 to 15 minutes of eating to allow him to go to the bathroom. Praise him when he goes to the bathroom with verbal praise and a treat. Most dogs will like to go to the bathroom in the same area or spot, so head to that spot during bathroom walks. Give him the same food every time you feed him, preferably a premium dog food that is made for Greyhounds. Ask your vet for pet food recommendations. Look for high quality dog food that does not contain corn, wheat, or wheat flour. You should also avoid dog food that contains meat by-products, as your Greyhound can choke on any beaks and feet in the food.  The average female Greyhound, weighing around 65 pounds (29 kg), should eat approximately 2 ½  to 3 cups per day. The average male Greyhound, weighing around 70 pounds (32 kg), should be fed approximately 3 to 4 cups per day. Always give your dog the same amount of food for each feeding session. Do not give your dog table scraps or canned dog food, as this can be hard on his digestive system and lead to health issues. You should avoid letting your Greyhound drink a lot of water after eating. Only fill up his water bowl before a meal, as drinking too much water after eating can lead...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Establece una rutina fija. Saca a pasear a tu galgo a primera hora de la mañana. Alimenta a tu perro y llena su tazón de agua con agua fresca. Sácalo a dar otro paseo de 10 a 15 minutos. Pasea a tu perro cuando regreses del trabajo. Dale a tu perro su comida de la noche. Sácalo a dar un paseo más largo y recreacional. Termina el día con un paseo más de 10 a 15 minutos.


This will help your signature blend in with the rest of your painting. If you wait for your painting to dry before you sign it, your signature will stand out more and look like it was added later on. Also, collectors prefer paintings where the signature was added at the time the painting was finished because they are harder to forge. Using the same medium will help your signature blend in with the rest of your painting. Avoid using a different medium to sign your signature or it could clash with your painting and look out of place.  For example, if you used watercolor paints to make your painting, you should use watercolor paints to sign your signature. If you made your painting with oil paints, you wouldn’t want to paint your signature with acrylic paint. It will help you and future owners of your art keep track of when it was painted. Right after you sign your name, put the year you made the painting. If you don’t want the year on the front, paint it on the back so people can reference it. You can abbreviate the year if you want. For example, instead of signing “2017,” you could just put “17.”

TL;DR in Spanish:

Firma tu pintura justo después de haberla terminado. Firma tu pintura usando los mismos recursos con los que hayas pintado. Añade el año en el que has hecho la pintura, junto a tu firma.


This will highlight the image file, and reveal new icons at the top of your screen. This is the Share button. It will open a new window where you can select an app to share this file. It will open a list of devices around you available for a Wi-Fi Direct file transfer. Your contact will receive a notification on their device, asking if they want to accept a file transfer from you. If they accept, they will receive the image you're sending on their device.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre la galería de imágenes de tu dispositivo. Toca una imagen y mantenla presionada. Toca el ícono. Toca Wi-Fi Direct. Toca un dispositivo de la lista.


This will initiate the setup. At the bottom of the screen, you'll see a key (e.g., F8) to the left of the phrase "I agree"; press this key to agree to Microsoft's terms of use and continue the reinstallation. You'll see this listed at the bottom of the screen. The "Don't Repair" key is usually Esc. Select the NTFS hard drive option using the arrow keys, then press the "Delete" key (usually D) that's listed at the bottom of the screen. This will indicate to Windows that you want to delete the selected installation. Doing so erases the hard drive and returns you to the installation menu. This will select your computer's hard drive as the installation point. Select Format the partition using the NTFS file system and press ↵ Enter. Doing so will set up the hard drive for a Windows installation. This process will take several minutes to an hour depending on your hard drive's size. You can select the Quick option here as well, though your hard drive might be improperly formatted if you do so. After the computer finishes formatting, it will restart into the user options setup window. Make sure that you don't press any keys until you arrive at the user options setup window.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Presiona ↵ Enter en la pantalla azul. Presiona la tecla de la opción "Acepto". Presiona la tecla de la opción "No reparar". Elimina la instalación actual de XP. Presiona ↵ Enter cuando te lo indiquen. Presiona L cuando te lo indiquen. Selecciona Espacio no particionado y presiona ↵ Enter. Formatea el disco duro de tu computadora. Espera a que tu computadora se reinicie.


This will keep granite dust from harming or irritating your eyes while you cut. If you're working in a dusty area, put on a dust mask as well to keep your lungs clear. You may also want to wear earplugs or protectors if you are sensitive to loud noises. No gloves are strong enough to protect your fingers, and gloves will weaken your grip on the saw. Keep your hands bare and free of any bracelets and other jewelry to avoid snagging your hands on the blade. Take off all accessories, especially face and hand jewelry, before you use the saw. Roll up your sleeves so your forearms are bare to keep any fabrics from getting caught in the saw. Make sure you have fitted your saw with a diamond-cut blade in the right size. The wrong size or type of blade can damage your saw and potentially result in injury.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ponte gafas de seguridad y una máscara para el polvo mientras uses la sierra. No uses guantes mientras uses una sierra. Recoge cualquier cabello suelto y evita usar ropa holgada. Echa un vistazo a la sierra para comprobar que tenga la cuchilla correcta antes de cortar el granito.


This will keep the fudge from thickening too fast. Mix the ingredients well using a whisk or a handheld or an electric mixer. Continue mixing the ingredients together until the coconut cream has melted. If you have trouble finding coconut butter at the store, you can make it yourself. All you need to make it are 2 cups of shredded coconut and a food processor. Just place it in the food processor for 15-20 minutes and you're good to go. Continue stirring the ingredients together until they are fully combined. Raw honey works best. You can prepare the pan while you're heating the ingredients or even before you've started cooking. Just line an 8 inch (20 centimeter) pan with foil and spray it with non-stick spray. Make sure to pour it in evenly so the fudge is well distributed. Give the dairy-free fudge at least 4 hours to set and then you're good to go. Remove the fudge from the fridge, cut it into 1 or 2 inch (2.5 or 5 centimeter) squares, and it's ready to eat.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Calienta una cacerola mediana a fuego bajo. Añade la mantequilla de coco, el cacao en polvo, la vainilla y la sal marina. Incorpora la miel a la mezcla de coco. Prepara un molde para la mezcla. Vierte el fudge en el molde. Cubre el molde y refrigera durante al menos 4 horas. Sirve.


This will keep your money tree looking healthy and green. Dead leaves will be brown and wilted, and damaged leaves will be torn or broken off at the stem. When you notice a dead or damaged leaf, clip it off at the base of the growth using the shears. It's OK if you don't trim off the dead or damaged leaves on your money tree. Your tree just may not look as healthy as it could if you did trim them off. To shape your money tree, look at the tree and imagine the outlines of the shape you want. Then, look for growth that's extending outside the boundary of the imaginary lines. Take your pruning shears and clip off the part of the growth outside the boundary line. When you're clipping off the growth, clip right after the leaf node that's nearest to the boundary line. Money trees traditionally have a round shape, but you can give yours a square or triangular shape instead if you'd prefer. If you want your money tree to get bigger, avoid pruning it. To prune your money tree, use pruning shears to cut off unwanted growth right after the leaf node at the base of the growth.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Poda las hojas muertas o dañadas con unas tijeras para podar. Dale forma al árbol con unas tijeras para podar. Poda el árbol durante la primavera y verano para mantenerlo pequeño.


This will make a big difference in your construction, materials, and of course, cost. Also consider that a full-sized replica will be incredibly heavy, so you'll want to build it in place.  For this article, the measurement used is referred to simply as "units" rather than inches or meters. For example, instead of 1 inch or 1 cm, the article uses the abbreviation 1u. This will be the basis for all the relative dimensions you will need to calculate the final sizes. If your TARDIS is to be 4 cm square, then everything is multiplied by 4. For example, say that the vertical posts on each corner are 2u high by .1u square. Multiply everything by 4, and the final dimensions will be 8cm x .4cm x .4cm. Refer to the Things You'll Need List below, and have all the pieces cut to size and ready build before you start. For the balance of this article, it is assumed that you're building a scale replica. If you wish to build the full-sized version, be sure to build securely, using screws and braces as necessary.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina el tamaño final. Reúne tus materiales.


This will make it easier to build. After you attach all of the posts and insert the ladder into the hole, you will need to measure the top and bottom of the ladder to make sure that they are evenly spaced. Then cement the ladder. Saw the board to 45-46” (1.1-1.2 m) so that it’s just the right length to bridge the gap between the vertical supports and complete the frame, which is 42" (1 m) wide. Line up the ends of the 2x6 with the outer edges of the posts and nail or screw it down at both ends. This piece will serve as the upper portion of the frame.  You'll need to stand on a ladder or step stool while affixing the top piece and individual rungs. Buying precut lumber will save you some time, if you don’t mind paying a little extra. That way, all you’ll have to do is assemble the individual pieces once you get them home. Your starting point on the Salmon Ladder will be decided primarily by your unique stature. You want it to be low enough to climb safely and comfortably, but not so low that you’re forced to stoop or crouch to get in position. Once you’ve decided on the optimal placement for the first set of rungs, space every next set 12" (30 cm) apart.  A good way to determine where to put the lowest rungs is to reach up along the frame with one hand (without stretching too far) and draw a line on the side of the post. Measure and mark each set separately and use a flat board or straight edge to make sure they’re evenly aligned. 12” (30 cm) rung spacing is the official standard used for the American Ninja Warrior course, but yours can be more or less as you see fit.  For beginners, 6" (15 cm) rung spacing can be helpful for learning how to do the Salmon Ladder. Starting on one end of the 2x4, draw a line at a 30-35 degree angle every 12” (30 cm). Saw the board along these lines to fashion the individual rungs for the ladder. Keep in mind that you’ll need an even number of rungs, one for each side.  If you are spacing your rungs at 6" (15 cm), then you will need to draw your lines every 6" (15 cm) instead of...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Monta la escalera después de que hayas colocado los postes en los agujeros. Utiliza una tabla de 2x6 para conectar los postes. Marca los postes en la parte donde irán los peldaños. Corta los peldaños al tamaño y la forma apropiada. Sujeta los peldaños a los postes.


This will make it easier to spread the sealant and will also make the finished product look even better. Use a shovel to dig in a circle around the roots of larger weeds. After cutting through as many roots as possible, insert the shovel underneath them. Now, lever the weeds from the soil. Use a power edge trimmer to remove small patches of grass along the perimeter of your driveway. Always hold the trimmer level and rigid, taking care to move your body instead of your arms. Purchase driveway cleaner indicated for asphalt application from a home hardware or automotive store. If you have a power washer, use its soap nozzle to apply the driveway cleaner. Otherwise, use a garden hose applicator. Be sure to cover the entire surface of the driveway. Now, scrub the surface of the driveway using a push broom. Afterward, clear out the dirt and soap residue using a steady stream of water from your power washer nozzle or garden hose. If you're using your power washer to clear the dirt and soap, use the 40-degree nozzle setting. Oil spot primer helps driveway sealer bind better to oil-stained regions. Dip a disposable chip brush into the primer and apply a layer over the driveway pores under the stain. For heavier stains, apply two coats of primer. Be sure to let the primer dry completely before applying driveway sealant.  Make sure your driveway is dry before applying oil spot primer. Purchase oil spot primer from a home hardware or automotive store. Use a measuring tape to determine the length and width of your driveway. Multiply the two values together to get your total square footage. Sealant usually comes in 5 gallon (19 L) containers, which can cover as much as 400 square feet (37 m2). Consider a driveway that is 10 by 30 feet (3.0 by 9.1 m): this means the total area is 300 square feet (28 m2), which requires one 5 gallon (19 L) bucket of sealant.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira la hierba que haya crecido por los bordes de la entrada. Restriega la entrada de vehículos con un limpiador especializado y agua. Aplica imprimante para áreas aceitosas en la entrada de vehículos. Mide la entrada de vehículos para determinar la cantidad de sellador que debes comprar.


This will make it pop up on your devices menu. If you have to plug it into your computer, you should do it before trying to add the device. There will either be a USB port that connects directly to your computer, or an audio cord that you can plug directly into your headphone jack. Click the start menu on the lower left corner of your desktop background. This is the menu you use to open any application on your computer. In your start menu, you will have an option called “Control Panel.” Click this. For windows 8, it is on the right side of your menu toward the top. For windows 10, your control panel is the blue box on your desktop. If you’ve gotten rid of the control panel from your desktop, you can click settings from your start menu. Once in the settings menu, click “Devices.” This is your second option in the menu. Next, choose “Connected devices” on the left side of your screen. Finally, scroll down and click “Devices and printers.” If you found the devices this way, skip the next step. ” In the menu that you just opened, there will be an option titled “Hardware and Sound.” Next to it, there is an icon of a printer and a speaker. ” This will be a blue link at the top left of your menu. When you click this, a screen will pop up. This will show all the devices that your computer found when it scanned for devices. If you can’t find the device, try turning it off and back on. Then repeat the scan. In other words, make your device “discoverable.” A window will appear that asks for this PIN. You won’t be allowed to proceed without entering it. This PIN was on the information that you received when you bought the device. It is a combination of letters and numbers and is case sensitive. Some audio devices won’t require this. Once you enter this, your device will connect to your computer.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Enciende el dispositivo. Ve al menú "Inicio". Busca el Panel de control. Haz clic en "Hardware y sonido". Haz clic en "Agregar un dispositivo". Ingresa tu PIN WPS.


This will make the body of your tassel. Make sure that the material you are using is thin and soft, of your tassel will be too stiff. This will make the loop so that you can hang your tassel later on. You can use the same color as your tassel, or a contrasting color. Make sure that the rectangle is oriented horizontally, with the long edge facing you. If you'd like to make a keychain, place a key ring inside the loop before you add the glue. Once the glue dries, you can remove the clip. If you don't have any clips, then place a heavy object, such as a book or jar, down on top of the folded loop. This will be your guideline. You will be cutting the fringe up to this line. Make sure that you are drawing the line on the back of the leather/suede. This way, you won't see it when you are done.  If your leather/suede is very dark, try a light-colored pen or a white colored pencil. Use a ruler to make your line as straight as possible. Make sure that they are going from the bottom of the rectangle up to the horizontal line. These will be the cutting lines for your fringe. The vertical lines should not go past the horizontal line. Remember to use a ruler so that the lines will be as even as possible. Do not cut past the horizontal line, or your tassel will be uneven. The edge of the loop should be aligned with the narrow end of the rectangle. The bottom of the loop should be touching the horizontal guideline. Apply some glue every inch or so to help the tassel hold together. Also, try to roll it as tightly as possible. This will keep your tassel from being too bulky. Once you reach the end of the rectangle, draw a line of glue along the side, going from the horizontal guideline all the way up to the top. Do not get any glue on the fringe. Press the glued edge down firmly onto the tassel. You don't need to wrap anything around the fringe part, because there is no glue there. Once the glue dries, you can remove the rubber band. Once you have pulled the rubber band off, your tassel is ready to go. If you want, however,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta un rectángulo de cuero o gamuza de 25,4 cm x 8,9 cm (10 x 3 ½ pulgadas). Corta una tira de cuero o gamuza de 7,7 x 0,6 cm (3 x 1/4 de pulgada). Dobla la tira pequeña por la mitad para hacer un bucle y asegura los extremos con pegamento. Sostén los extremos juntos con un broche aprietapapel o una pinza para ropa hasta que el pegamento se seque. Dibuja una línea horizontal a lo largo del rectángulo, 1,9 cm (3/4 de pulgada) desde el borde superior o el borde largo. Dibuja líneas verticales, con una separación de 6, 4 milímetros (1/4 de pulgada). Corta las líneas verticales usando unas tijeras filudas o un cúter. Pega el bucle pequeño al lado izquierdo del fleco. Comienza a enrollar el fleco alrededor del bucle desde la izquierda hacia la derecha. Asegura el extremo del rectángulo con pegamento. Enrolla una banda elástica alrededor de la borla para sostenerla junta hasta que se seque. Considera enrollar un pedazo de cinta o cuerda de color alrededor de la parte superior para ocultar la costura. Usa la borla.


This will move or copy the data to the clipboard. Paste Special is a suite of options for formatting pasted text in your destination software. How to access these options will vary depending on the software in use.  In Microsoft Office 2007 and later this is located in Home > Paste menu (the arrow underneath the clipboard icon) > Paste Special… In newer versions a small clipboard icon may appear at the end of the text after pasting. Formatting can be selected here after the fact.  In OpenOffice this is located in File > Edit > Paste Special. Google Docs has a similar option located in Edit > Paste Special, but only works for copy/paste within the browser. Depending on the software you are using, the options will have different nomenclature. Different options will treat the pasted formatting differently.  To retain all formatting from the text, press “Keep Source Formatting” or “HTML Format” To retain only the text formatting, but not pictures, press “Keep Text Only”. If both documents have special formatting, like lists or tables that you want to combine, press “Merge Formatting.”

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta o copia el texto deseado. Busca el pegado especial. Selecciona una opción de pegado.


This will not be entirely accurate, but can be an effective way to see what a slight change in your face looks like.   Tie your hair in a ponytail or half ponytail. Lift the ends of your hair to your forehead. Adjust the length and the part to test out different looks. Use the front part of your hair and pin it to the side. Part your hair in the middle and pin the sides to look like curtain bangs. Alternatively, create a side part and swoop your hair across your face. Pin the ends to test out a side bang look. Even better, go to a beauty supply store and try on wigs. It's more accurate than using your own hair, and you can get a sense of different styles. Search for a website that does virtual hairstyles. You can upload a picture of yourself and try on a variety of bangs! Talk to your friends about what they think of your new idea. They may be able to give you additional advice and suggestions. If you know a stylist, reach out them! They can advise you in your decision making process.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Utiliza tu cabello para simular los flequillos. Usa una peluca. Revisa una página web. Pregúntales a tus amigos.


This will not only affect the number of humps a camel has, but also its size and fur. For example, the Dromedary has one hump. It tends to be taller, and a natural desert dweller. The Bactrian has two humps and a stocky build. It gets a thick woolly coat in winter, making it ideal for colder climates. This is especially important if the camel has to carry supplies, a people, or both. A weak camel can get hurt easily, especially if it is not accustomed to bearing so much weight. Here are some things to consider:  Observe the camel's knees when it sits and stands back up again. Look for any signs of shaking or trembling. This is an indicator or weak knees. A camel with weak knees will not be able to safely bear heavy loads. Watch how it walks. If the camel has a limp, this could be a sign of weakness or illness. This could spell problems later on in your journey. Camels are large, strong creatures. A disobedient camel will be difficult to control by strength alone. You also don't want a camel that bites or kicks. A well-trained camel is important not just for riding, but also for grooming purposes. The camel must be able to stand still while being brushed and having its nails trimmed. The movement should be smooth and fluid. This is especially important if you plan on riding a camel. Unlike with horses, the camel must be seated in order for you to get on and off. You can't mount a camel if it is standing. If the camel sits or stands too roughly, you'll be more likely to fall off. Camels do not wear bridles and bits like horses do. Instead, the reins are attached to their muzzles through a peg in their nose. If the camel gets fussy while wearing a nose peg, it might not be trained for riding. An unhealthy camel will only create problems, whether you are going to ride it or keep it as a pet. Check the camel's skin and mouth for any sores. Also, if you can, take a look under its feet. There should be no sores or open wounds. Any of these are indicators of serious medical conditions, which can be disastrous,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide la raza. Compra un camello fuerte si lo vas a usar para recorrer distancias largas. Elige un camello dócil y obediente si planeas usarlo para viajar. Al elegir el camello, observa cómo se sienta y se vuelve a poner de pie. Si planeas montarlo, asegúrate de que el camello acepte una cuerda con una varilla. Asegúrate de que el camello esté saludable. Elige un camello más joven de entre 4 y 8 años.


This will not work, no matter what good friends you were before the relationship, or how amicably it all ended. There's just no chance you can go from BF/GF to BFF, so spare yourself the heartache of trying. Spend some time apart and even go a week or two without really talking if it's possible with your schedules. Try to avoid places where he'll be so you don't have to have awkward, painful conversations. Take the time to heal before you can decide whether friendship is on the horizon. If you do see him, there's no need to be rude or to run in the other direction. Be polite but keep things brief. Though you were the one who broke up with the boy, you will still be feeling confused, sad, and hurt. That's only natural. Both parties in a break-up have hard feelings, no matter who ends it. You may not be prepared for the fact that you might miss your boy and your relationship, but part of you will. So take it easy the next few weeks. Lean on your girlfriends, lay off the booze, and get some much-needed alone time. Don't jump in to a new relationship or start dating right away. You'll need some time to deal with it. Just because the two of you are broken up doesn't mean you can go spreading his deepest darkest secrets. You would want him to respect your privacy too, wouldn't you? Even if you're hurt or angry, you shouldn't lash or make yourself look like a gossip just because the relationship is over. If you do, then other guys may not be too excited about being your boyfriend. When you talk about the relationship to others, remain respectful. A breakup is not a contest, and you're not going to win by hooking up with more people than your ex. If you can't help but enjoy the single life, keep the publicity to a minimum. Don't post statuses or pictures of it on Facebook, and don't parade around school with a new boy two days after the breakup. This will only make your ex feel worse. Even if you have jumped in to a new relationship pretty soon after the breakup, you shouldn't make it public right after the break up....

TL;DR in Spanish:

No trates de ser su amiga inmediatamente. Tómate algo de tiempo para recuperarte emocionalmente. No hables de él a sus espaldas. Trata de no salir mucho con otros chicos. Con el tiempo, considera la posibilidad de ser su amiga.


This will open a Run command window.  If you don't want to use the Run command, you can also search the Start menu for “Powershell”. Powershell is included with versions of Windows 7 or later.  A new Powershell window will open.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pulsa ⊞ Win+R. Ingresa “PowerShell” en el campo de texto. Haz clic en “Aceptar”.


This will open a small menu. This will log you out of Twitter and take you to the login screen. Some browsers will store your login information for easier logins in the future, but this is bad if you're using a public computer. If you click the Login button and see your login information still listed, you'll need to delete your stored login information on the browser.  Chrome - Click the Key button on the far right side of the Chrome address bar while on the Twitter Login page. Click the "X" next to your account to delete the stored information. Firefox - Click the "Twitter, Inc." button with a padlock on the left side of the Firefox address bar. Click the ">" button to see more details, and then click "More Information." Select "View Saved Passwords" and then remove your account from the list. Internet Explorer - Click the Gear button in the Internet Explorer taskbar and select "Internet options." Click the "Content" tab and then click "Settings" in the AutoComplete section. Click "Manage Passwords" and then find your Twitter account in the list.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz clic en tu imagen de perfil en la esquina superior derecha. Selecciona "Cerrar sesión". Elimina la información de inicio de sesión guardada.


This will open the "Run" command on any Windows PC. On PCs running Windows 7 or later, you can also right-click the Start menu and then click Run. Do so in the search bar to the right of the "Open:" heading. This will open the Windows System Information utility, which contains details about your specific model of computer. It's near the middle of the System Information page. The number listed to the right of "System SKU" is your HP laptop's model number. You can also find your computer's product name in this window by looking at the name next to the "System Model" category. Providing this information to a tech or using it to inform a search query for drivers or hardware will ensure that your laptop receives pertinent information.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Presiona la tecla ⊞ Win y presiona R. Escribe msinfo32 en Ejecutar. Haz clic en Aceptar. Encuentra la sección "SKU del sistema". Escribe el número SKU.


This will open the Adult Blocker window. It's a blue button in the top-right corner of the window. This will install Adult Blocker in your Chrome browser. It resembles a silhouette of an infant. You'll find it in the top-right corner of the Chrome page. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu. Type a password into the "Password" and "Re-enter" password fields that are in the drop-down box. This will apply a password to Adult Blocker's settings, making it impossible for anyone else to disable Adult Blocker. Type chrome://extensions into Chrome's address bar and press ↵ Enter. This will open a list of your extensions. If Adult Blocker is the only extension here, you don't need to scroll down. It's below the extension's name on the left side of the page. This will prevent people from using Incognito mode to bypass your porn blocker's settings.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre página de la extensión Adult Blocker. Haz clic en AÑADIR A CHROME. Haz clic en Añadir extensión para confirmar. Haz clic en el ícono de Adult Blocker. Ingresa una contraseña. Haz clic en Save (guardar). Abre la página de extensiones de Chrome. Desplázate hacia abajo hasta llegar a la extensión Adult Blocker. Marca la casilla "Allow in Incognito" (permitir en modo incógnito).


This will open the Nanny window. It's a blue button in the top-right corner of the Nanny window. Doing so will install the Nanny extension. It resembles a clock in the top-right corner of the Chrome window. Right-clicking this icon prompts a drop-down menu.  If your computer doesn't have a right mouse button, use two fingers to tap the trackpad instead of right-clicking. On a Mac, you can press Control and click the icon instead. This option is near the top of the drop-down menu. Doing so opens the Nanny page. You'll find it in the top-left side of the page. Type a name into the "Block Set Name" field at the top of the page. Since you're only blocking Facebook, consider naming this set "Social Media" or "Facebook Only". Type https://www.facebook.com/ into the "URLs" field. Type the start and stop time for the block into the "Block Time" text field in military time. For example, to block from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM to 8:00 AM, you would type 1100-1700,2100-0800. In the "Apply On Days" row, make sure there is a checkmark next to each day of the week for which you want to block Facebook. It's in the bottom-left corner of the page. Doing so will save your settings and block Facebook during your selected time frame.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre la página de la extensión Nanny. Haz clic en + AÑADIR A CHROME. Haz clic en Añadir extensión cuando se te indique. Haz clic derecho en el ícono de Nanny. Haz clic en Opciones. Haz clic en la pestaña URL bloqueados. Ingresa un nombre para tu lista de URL bloqueados. Ingresa la dirección de Facebook. Establece una hora de bloqueo. Asegúrate de que estén marcados todos los días. Haz clic en Establecer URL.


This will open the Siri program. You will see a microphone image, along with the text “What can I help you with?” Your phone needs to be on, but it does not have to be unlocked.  If Siri is not enabled, you can switch it on by opening Settings and then select General. Tap Siri and then toggle the slider to ON. You can set Siri to start automatically by toggling the “Raise to Speak” slider to ON. Siri will launch when you raise your phone to your ear while you are not on a call. Siri responds to voice commands and questions. Tell Siri to call a friend, or ask it what the weather will be tomorrow. These can be spoken as well, so try out a few to get used to it. Check out the guide here for more tips on how to get the most from Siri. This program is not as comprehensive or slick as Siri, but is still capable of performing many basic tasks on your iPhone 4. Like Siri, press and hold the Home button to start the built-in voice command program.  Say "Call" followed by a name to call someone in your contacts list. Say “Dial” followed by a phone number to place a call to that number. Say "FaceTime" and then a name from your contacts to FaceTime someone. Say "Play" + song, album, playlist, or artist to play your music. You have to have this music in your iTunes library on your iPhone. When a song is playing, ask "What" and "Who" what song it is or who the artist is.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mantén presionado el botón de inicio. Di un comando o haz una pregunta. Presiona el botón “I” si quieres ver una lista de comandos. Utiliza el control de voz incorporado del iPhone4.


This will open the Start menu or screen. ↵ Enter to open the Command Prompt. With the Start menu or Screen open, typing "cmd" and pressing ↵ Enter will launch the Command Prompt. In Windows 7 and earlier, you can select the Command Prompt from the Start menu. ipconfig and press ↵ Enter. This will display a readout of all of your networking information. You may have to expand the Command Prompt screen to see it all. Most computers have one or two adapters, though you may have more depending on your setup. If you can connect wirelessly and with an Ethernet cable, you'll have at least two adapters. Look at the adapter's name in the list to determine which adapter you're looking at. If an adapter isn't being used, such as an Ethernet port with no cable plugged in, Media state will display Media disconnected. IPv4 Address entry. This address is your device's private IP address. You'll need this if you're doing any local network troubleshooting or configuration. Each device on your network will have a different, but similar, IP address.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz clic en el botón "Inicio". Introduce "cmd" y presiona . Introduce . Busca tu adaptador de red activo. Busca la entrada .


This will open the amplifier settings for your microphone. This will boost your microphone's audio level by adding extra audio gain. Increasing audio gain too much may deteriorate your sound quality. It's recommended to keep it between 15 and 25. This will enable and apply the audio gain boost to your Android's microphone. You can now make a call or record voice clips with your boosted microphone. You can open the Microphone Amplifier app and turn it off anytime you want.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pulsa sobre el botón Enter Amplifier (Ingresar a Amplifier). Mueve el control deslizante Audio Gain (Ganancia de audio) hacia la derecha. Pulsa sobre el ícono de encendido ubicado en la parte inferior izquierda. Pulsa sobre el ícono de encendido nuevamente para desactivar el incremento de la ganancia.


This will open the general settings for your iOS device. You will be prompted to created a passcode for the restrictions. Make sure that only you know it, or the other person will be able to disable restrictions This will allow you to adjust the website blocking tools. This will enable you to block specific websites, as well as automatically block many adult websites. Type the website address that you want to block. This will allow you to specify websites that you want to block on the device. Websites that you list will be blocked in any browser app, including Chrome. You can add multiple sites.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre la aplicación "Configuración" y selecciona "General". Toca la opción "Restricciones" y selecciona "Activar restricciones". Desplázate hacia abajo hasta llegar a la sección "Contenido permitido" y toca "Sitios web". Marca la opción "Limitar contenido para adultos". Toca "Añadir un sitio web" en la sección "No permitir nunca".


This will open the iCloud login page. Enter your Apple ID email address and password, then click the arrow icon to the right of the Apple ID and password bars.  Skip this step if you're already logged into iCloud. If you have two-factor authentication enabled, you'll need to get the 6-digit number from your iPad to log in on your computer. If you are asked if you want to trust the device you are logging into, tap Trust on both your iPad and computer. It's a blue app with white clouds on it. Doing so opens your iCloud Drive page. It's at the top of the page.  The icon resembles a cloud with an arrow pointing up.  Doing so will open a File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) window. Use the file browser to navigate to the files you want to upload.  Click a file to select it.  You can also select all files in a given location by clicking one file and then pressing Ctrl+A (Windows) or ⌘ Command+A (Mac). To select open multiple files, hold down Ctrl (Windows) or ⌘ Command (Mac) while clicking each file you want to select It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. Doing so will prompt your files to begin uploading to iCloud Drive. This can take anywhere from a few seconds to a few hours depending on your files' combined size. Once the files finish uploading, you can proceed. This app resembles a blue folder on a white background. The iCloud Drive app was replaced with Files in iOS 11, so this is where you'll go to download the iCloud files onto your iPad. It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. You'll see this below the "Locations" heading. Doing so will open your iCloud Drive's contents. If you don't see this option, first tap the Locations heading to prompt it to appear. This displays a checkmark in the circle next to each file you tap. You'll find this at the bottom of the screen.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dirígete a https://www.icloud.com/ en tu navegador. Inicia sesión a tu cuenta de iCloud. Haz clic en iCloud Drive. Haz clic en el ícono "Subir". Haz clic en el archivo que quieres subir a iCloud Drive. Haz clic en Abrir. Espera a que los archivos se suban. Abre la aplicación "Archivos" de tu iPad. Toca la pestaña Explorar. Toca iCloud Drive. Toca cada archivo que quieras transferir a tu iPad. Toca el botón Mover.


This will open the shoes up more and give the tongue more flexibility. It will allow you more space to maneuver inside the shoes as you stitch your designs. The rubber toe of your Converses is not suitable for embroidery, but the canvas is ideal. When you have a design in mind, use a pencil to sketch an outline onto the canvas.  If you decide you don’t like your idea and want to start over, you can even wash your Converses on low in your washing machine to wash the pencil out. Embroidering lends itself to lettering. If you’re stuck for ideas, you could embroider your birthday or initials. A strong, vibrant thread, such as DMC’s Pearl Cotton, will make your design stand out and last for a long time. When selecting thread, consider that thicker gauge thread will be more difficult to push through the canvas than a thinner thread. Chenille needles have very sharp tips and a larger eye. The sharp tip will be better able to penetrate the stiff canvas of your Converses more easily, and the larger eye will make threading thicker thread easier. The needles of most home sewing machines will be too fine to successfully sew through the side of your Converses. To keep from wrecking your sewing machine, embroider an item like this by hand. It’s wise to use a thimble to protect the sensitive pads of your fingers whenever you are sewing. Needle nose pliers will help you pull the chenille needle through the stiff canvas of your shoes more easily, too.  Take your time while stitching. It is easy to injure yourself when sewing thick or difficult materials. When you’re ready to wrap up your stitching, perform an anchor stitch—a stitch that runs parallel to the stitching surface back through the last several stitches—to secure your work.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira los cordones de los zapatos Converse. Esboza un diseño en la lona con un lápiz. Elige un hilo resistente. Usa una aguja de chenilla. Utiliza un dedal y unas pinzas de punta para protegerte los dedos.


This will open to the last Gmail folder you were in; you can change the Gmail folder by tapping the menu button (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner of your screen. You can do this from the search bar at the top of your page. Searching using this bar will take all folders into consideration, meaning you won't have to manually go to the "Primary" or "Updates" folders. Do this by tapping the box next to one email; simply tap the body of all subsequent emails to select them as well. This will remove your emails from the inbox and place them in the archive folder! The Archive button is at the top of your screen next to the trash can icon. You can do this by opening the menu and scrolling down to the bottom to find the "All Mail" folder.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pulsa la aplicación Gmail para abrirla. Busca los emails que quieras archivar. Selecciona el email que archivarás. Pulsa el botón “Archivar”. Busca el email archivado.


This will open your Chat list. Alternatively, tap the Chat button in the lower-left corner of your screen. It looks like a white speech balloon. This button looks like a white speech bubble and a "+" icon in the upper-right corner of your screen. It will bring up your friends list. Alternatively, you can double-tap on a name on your Chat list. This will open your camera, and let you take snap to send to this contact. You will be able to add Friendmojis from the Stickers menu. Scroll down and tap on a friend to start a new chat. You can use the Search field at the top of your screen to quickly find a contact on your friends list. This is a blue button at the bottom of your screen, or above your keyboard. It will start a new chat. It looks like the snap capture button on your camera screen. It will open your camera. Tap the large circle at the bottom of your screen to take a photo, or hold it for video. It looks like a square icon below the pencil in the upper-right corner of your snap. It will open the Stickers menu. It's next to the scissors icon at the bottom of your screen. It will open your Bitmoji library. Your Bitmoji library will include Friendmojis, showing your friend's avatar and your avatar together. Tapping on a Bitmoji will add it to your snap. You can move your Friendmoji anywhere in your snap. You can make your Friendmoji smaller or larger by pinching in and out with two fingers. This button looks like a blue paper plane icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. It will send this snap to your contact with your Friendmoji sticker on it.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Deslízate hacia la derecha en la pantalla de la cámara. Pulsa el botón “Chat nuevo”. Selecciona un amigo de la lista. Pulsa el botón Chat. Pulsa el icono del círculo en la parte inferior de la pantalla. Haz un snap. Pulsa el botón de pegatinas. Pulsa el icono de la cara que guiña. Pulsa un bitmoji. Pulsa y arrastra la pegatina de tu friendmoji donde quieras. Pellizca o separa dos dedos sobre tu friendmoji. Pulsa Enviar.


This will open your Google Drive account if you're logged into your Google account. If you aren't logged into Google Drive, click the blue Go to Google Drive button if available, then enter your email address and password before continuing. It's a blue button in the upper-left corner of the window. This will prompt a drop-down menu. If you'd like to save the file in a specific folder, first click the folder in which you'd like to save it.. This option is in the drop-down menu. To select multiple files, hold down Ctrl (Windows) or ⌘ Command (Mac) and click the files you want ot upload. You can also select all files in a given location by clicking one file and then pressing Ctrl+A (Windows) or ⌘ Command+A (Mac). It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. Doing so will prompt your files to begin uploading to Google Drive. The time needed to complete this step will vary depending on how large your files are. Once the upload is complete, you can proceed. It resembles a green, blue, and yellow triangle on a white background. This will open the Google Drive main page if you're logged in. Again, if you aren't logged into Google Drive, enter the email address and password for the account on which you uploaded the files. This selects the file.  To select multiple files, tap and hold the first file, then tap each other file that you want to select. It's the icon with three dots next to each file in the Google Drive folder. This option is in the pop-up menu. Doing so means that you'll be able to open the files within Google Drive even when your iPad isn't connected to the Internet. There is a Google Drive option in the Files app, but you can't download multiple files from Google Drive into your Files app like you can with other cloud storage apps.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dirígete a https://www.drive.google.com/ en tu navegador. Haz clic en NUEVO. Haz clic en Subir archivos. Haz clic en un archivo que quieras subir a Google Drive. Haz clic en Abrir. Espera a que se suban los archivos. Toca el ícono de la aplicación de Google Drive. Toca y mantén presionado un archivo para seleccionarlo. Toca ⋯. Toca Permitir acceso sin conexión.