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Mahesh Makvana

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About Mahesh Makvana

Mahesh Makvana is a how-to writer at How-To Geek. He has over a decade of experience writing in-depth tutorials about various aspects of technology. His work has been published on sites like MakeUseOf, GeekFrost, MakeTechEasier, and Online Tech Tips.

Mahesh has always loved technology. When he first got an Android phone, he started writing tutorials about how one can get the most out of one's Android device. He has covered many other platforms as well, including Windows, Mac, iOS, and the internet.

Outside of tech, Mahesh loves trying out different foods. He prefers eating healthy items, but eating some junk every once in a while is okay for him.

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Have a Meeting to Attend? Make Windows 11 Meeting-Ready Automatically
Windows 11

By creating a custom "meeting mode."

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Here's How I Get an Email When Someone Logs Into My Windows 11 PC
Email

Know who's using your computer.

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How to Turn Your Old Android Phone Into a Dashboard Clock or Photo Frame
Android

Instead of throwing it away.

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A smartphone with headphones and an app being opened.
How to Launch an App When You Plug in Your Headphones on Android
Android

Spotify, YouTube Music, or something else.

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How to Make an Emergency Button That Texts Your Location on Android
Android

Alert your loved ones of your whereabouts.

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The Start Menu on Windows 11.
Keep Windows 11 in Top Shape by Scheduling This Weekly Action
Windows 11

To apply updates and any other changes.

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How to Automatically Clear Temporary Files on Windows 11
Windows 11

Automate the junk removal task.

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How to Hide Your Windows Folders Behind a Secret Keyboard Shortcut
Windows 11

And only you know that key combo.

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How to Set Custom Low Battery Alerts on Windows 11
Windows 11

So you can plug it in on time.

Microsoft Teams logo.
All Microsoft Teams Power Users Know These 7 Tricks
Microsoft Teams

There's more to it than most people know.

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How to See Which Programs Are Accessing Your Camera or Mic on Windows 11
Windows 11

Find out if an app is spying on you.

Windows 11 Start Menu.
How to Schedule a Windows 11 Theme Change Based on Time of Day
Windows 11

Use the light theme at 7 AM and the dark theme at 7 PM.

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How to Share Your Android's Hotspot Using a QR Code
Android

Let them scan a QR code to join your hotspot.

Zoom logo.
7 Essential Zoom Tips to Run Better Meetings
Zoom

Get to know Zoom better.

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How I Get the Most Out of Google Meet (And You Can Too)
Google Meet

Several features that you should start using.

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How to Free Up RAM on Windows 11
Windows 11

Make your PC run faster.

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Windows 11 and a keyboard.
How to Reset All Network Settings in Windows 11
Windows 11

Resolve all your network problems.

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How to Run Old Software in Compatibility Mode on Windows 11
Windows 11

Got an ancient app or game? Here's how to make it run.

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How to Use Magic Editor on Your Google Pixel 9
Android

Add flying dragons to your photos.

A Chinese road sign with the English translation, a Pixel 9 next to it, and some translation icons around.
6 Translation Features to Use on Your Google Pixel 9
Android

Understand all the languages.

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