Software Reviews

This section is for software reviews. The software might be a one-time purchase, subscription, or even free. In some cases, there may also be a freemium model. This is where you can use the product without cost, but additional features are available for a fee.

Use Snagx Files & Tags to Easily Manage Your Screen Captures

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Searching SnagIt with tag.

SnagIt’s automatic image classification can be a game-changer. It sorts images by date, type, application, and more. But sometimes, it misses the mark. That’s where manual tags come in, offering a finer, more reliable level of sorting when the automatic method falls short.

TextExpander: The Productivity Tool Professionals Love

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My TextExpander interface

Discover the power of TextExpander. Boost your productivity by automating repetitive tasks like typing long phrases or URLs. This fantastic tool turns short abbreviations into full-length text snippets, streamlining your workflow and saving you time. In this article, we’ll show you how TextExpander can revolutionize the way you work, and we have a link to save you 20%. So get ready to unlock new levels of efficiency and effectiveness.

Master Big Ideas with Heroic (Optimize.Me)

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Optimize.Me Learning Category.

Are you time-starved? You have too many things to do coupled with too many distractions. This can be a hindrance to personal development. If you feel overwhelmed, you’ll appreciate Optimize. It’s a free service that teaches the key concepts from great non-fiction books in topics ranging from Productivity to Conquering Depression. Best of all, the lessons are easy to fit into your schedule.

Snagit Captures Screens & Your Imagination

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Snagit is an exceptional and reasonably priced screen capture program that works on both Windows and Mac. It fits the sweet spot between simple graphic programs that don’t allow enough features and very expensive programs that add overhead and expense.

F.lux Reduces Eye Strain & Sleeplessness

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F.lux settings.

Are you finding yourself in front of the PC too many hours at night or when it’s dark? Maybe you’re doing work or just catching up with friends. The problem is the bright light from the display may be impacting your sleep and causing eye strain.

Rename Files Like A Pro With RenameMaestro

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I’m not a professional photographer, but I enjoy taking pictures with my smartphone. What I don’t like is the resulting filenames that are meaningless to me, yet appear to have order. Instead of fretting about the situation, I found a great file renaming utility called RenameMaestro. Although you may associate the name “maestro” with music, this software works on multiple file types, ranging from MP3s to photos to PDFs.

Eraser File Shredder Deletes Sensitive Data

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Protect your sensitive data from prying eyes with Eraser, a free and open-source file shredder for Windows that securely deletes data from hidden areas of your hard drive. Learn how to use this powerful tool to sanitize your data and keep your personal information safe.

Taking a Break with StretchWare

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StretchWare exercises

I thought I had been doing a good job of managing my breaks. It turns out I wasn’t and I started to experience neck pain. The pain was aggravated by my bad phone habits and leaning the wrong way towards the PC. The longer I worked, the worse the problem. I needed to rethink my habits and ergonomics. (Includes short demo.)