Here’s a quick and easy way to get the color code of anything displayed on your Mac’s screen without installing any eyedroppers or color picking tools. First, launch Spotlight by pressing the Spacebar + Command keys, then type in Digital Colour Meter. When the app is open, you’ll see that as you move your cursor around the screen, it shows the colors that your cursor is pointing to. If you want to save and use the color elsewhere, go to View > Display Values > As Hexadecimal. Now, find the color you are looking for on the website or somewhere else, then hit Command + L to lock your cu ..read more

Let’s talk about Cricut Print Then Cut calibration. Have you ever printed a design, aligned it perfectly with your Cricut machine, only to find that it doesn’t cut accurately? Example of a bad/imperfect cut. Maybe it cuts some of the design off or creates an imbalance of offsets around the corners. Or perhaps, when you try to calibrate the machine, it just won’t calibrate properly? You’re not alone. Many Cricut crafters, including myself, face this issue. It can be frustrating, but it’s solvable. In this post, I’ll share all the possible reasons for imperfect cuts and how to resolve them base ..read more

Not long ago, I stumbled upon a post on Reddit that piqued my curiosity. It read, “I’m looking for a way to spoof on iOS. Are there any available options?“ As a Pokémon Go enthusiast, the idea of exploring the game without physically moving intrigued me. So, I decided to do a little research. In this post, I’d like to share my findings on how to simulate location in Pokémon Go on an iPhone. Can You Fake Your Location in Pokémon Go on an iPhone? Short answer? Absolutely. After a bit of digging, I found a couple of ways to pull this off. You could go with an app that’s made just for spoofing, or ..read more

As a freelancer, raising your rates is crucial not just for your growth as a creative business owner but also for improving the quality of clients you attract. If you work for lower rates, you’ll find it harder to attract high-profile clients. Why? Because top-tier clients usually associate lower prices with lower quality. They may assume you’re not very good at what you do. Our brains tend to devalue products or services that are priced too low, even if they’re actually valuable. This is why it’s important not to be perceived as the cheap option if you’re a designer. Once you’re seen as the b ..read more

There are plenty of note-taking apps out there, from free versions to those that come with a price tag. But if you’re an Apple user, there’s one app that really stands out and has gotten better over the years: Apple Notes. One of the biggest perks of using Apple Notes is its ability to sync seamlessly across all your Apple devices. This is super handy if you juggle between several Macs or iPhones. So, before you dive into exploring other note apps, why not give Apple Notes a closer look? You might find that it has everything you need and more, saving you the hassle of downloading and switching ..read more

Starting a business comes with its set of challenges, chief among them is securing financial stability. There are two primary routes you can take: fund the business yourself or attract investors to fund it for you. Many startup entrepreneurs opt for investor funding, as it offers potential tax benefits and importantly, reduces personal financial risk. However, convincing someone to invest in your vision and capabilities can be a demanding task. 7 Successful Entrepreneurs Who Began As Freelancers 7 Successful Entrepreneurs Who Began As Freelancers If you want to start a small business, you cra ..read more

Did you know that sticking to the industry’s “market prices” for design isn’t mandatory? Indeed, you have the freedom to set your own rates for your design work, provided you implement a few strategic tweaks to your design process. Concerned about the ethics? Don’t worry. I’m here to guide you on how to, ethically and justifiably, charge any rate you deem fit for your services. Curious? Great! Let’s explore how you can achieve this. 5 Smart Ways to Get Your Clients to Pay Your Rates 5 Smart Ways to Get Your Clients to Pay Your Rates Learn how to get clients to pay your rate for freelance work ..read more

The Assistants feature in OpenAI simplifies the process of building your own custom AI agent. Your AI assistant will have access to the latest GPT models, a code interpreter, and any additional instructions or knowledge you provide. In this article, we will guide you through creating a simple custom AI assistant that can analyze and calculate data from stock market reports in PDF form, sourced from Yahoo Finance. You’ll learn how to pose any question and receive detailed analyses and calculations directly from your custom assistant. Let’s begin. First, ensure you have an OpenAI account. This i ..read more

Discover a lesser-known macOS feature within the Mac context menu that simplifies image management on your MacBook. This tool is incredibly useful for adjusting images quickly. Occasionally, you might find that an image on your Mac isn’t in the right format or is too large for uploading online. Instead of resorting to third-party apps or online services, you can resize and convert your images directly on your Mac, saving time and effort. Adding New Items in macOS Context Menu Adding New Items in macOS Context Menu Do you have a command or a set of tasks you execute regularly or repeatedly on ..read more

It’s that special time of year when families gather to enjoy each other’s company and a delicious meal. Then, a notification sounds – suddenly, someone’s checking Facebook or texting. So much for quality time, right? If the constant buzz of electronics during your holiday gatherings bothers you more than you’d like to admit, and your calls for a peaceful Christmas dinner have been ignored, don’t resign yourself to an evening of screen-gazing at the dinner table. Take control instead! Here’s a practical guide with five effective strategies to help your loved ones unplug this Christmas. Use thes ..read more