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Short, practical guides for checking your hardware and fixing what the tests find.
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Tests
Keyboard randomly misses letters when typing fast
Find out whether your keyboard is dropping individual presses, missing overlapping keys, or losing input in one app, then use a quick test to choose the right fix.
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Tests
Why microphone noise suppression cuts off words
Learn why noise suppression clips the start or end of your words, test whether the browser is doing it, and adjust your microphone settings.
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Why your two monitors have different scaling
Find out why text and windows look different across two monitors, check each display's resolution and scale, and adjust the right setting.
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Tests
How loud is your room? Test it with a microphone
Measure room noise with a microphone, understand the decibel reading, and learn how to get a steadier result or reduce distracting sounds.
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Tests
How to test a new PC before the return window ends
Check a new PC's screen, keyboard, ports, network, sound, and performance before the return deadline, and know when to ask for an exchange.
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Tests
Laptop acting strange? Run a full hardware check
Run a browser-based check of your laptop's keyboard, screen, camera, sound, battery and more, then use the results to narrow down the problem.
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Tests
How to compare noise levels before and after soundproofing
Use the same browser noise meter, microphone position, and sound source to compare readings fairly and see whether soundproofing reduced noise.
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Tests
Is your fan too loud for calls? How to check
Measure fan noise at your desk, compare readings with the fan off, and find out whether mic placement or call settings can make your voice clearer.
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Tests
Why phone and laptop noise readings differ
Phone and laptop noise meters can show different decibel levels in the same room. Learn why, how to compare them fairly, and when a reading matters.
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Tools
How to create an ICO file from a PNG image
Turn a PNG into an ICO file in your browser, keep transparency where possible, and choose an image size that looks sharp as a Windows icon or favicon.
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Tools
Why transparent images lose transparency as JPG
Learn why JPG turns transparent areas solid, which formats keep them clear, and how to convert an image without flattening its background.
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Tools
How to convert GIF images to JPG, PNG, or WebP
Convert one or more GIF files to JPG, PNG, WebP, or another format in your browser, and choose the right option for animation and transparency.