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How to Flip an Image on Android

How to Flip an Image on Android


How to Flip an Image on Android

Posted: 18 Jan 2021 08:27 AM PST

android flip an image

Photo editing on Android smartphones and tablets has come a long way over the years. There are a lot of powerful tools built-in at your disposal. However, one thing seems to always be left out: the ability to simply flip a photo.

Crop and rotate are staples of nearly every editing app on Android, but what if you just want to flip an image? Some camera apps will take mirrored photos with the front-facing camera. It seems like this would be a basic feature, but it's not.

For example, Google Photos is one of the most popular photo apps on Android. The editing tools allow you to crop, rotate, and even adjust perspective, but flipping is nowhere to be found.

google photos crop and rotate
Google Photos tools

There are a lot of apps in the Google Play Store that aim to fix this problem, but most of them are riddled with ads. The best solution is an app from Google called "Snapseed." This is a powerful photo editing app, but we only need the flipping tool.

First, download Snapseed from the Play Store on your Android device.

download snapseed

Next, open the app and tap the big "+" button found in the center of the screen.

tap the plus button

The first time you use the app, you'll be asked to give it permission to access media on your device. Tap "Allow" to proceed.

allow access to your media

Tap the "+" button again and choose the image that you'd like to flip.

select an image to flip

With the image open in the editor, switch to the "Tools" tab in the bottom bar.

select the tools tab

A bunch of photo editing tools will appear. The one that we want is "Rotate."

find the rotate tool

Now tap the flip icon in the bottom bar.

tap the flip icon in the bottom bar

The image will now be flipped horizontally.

If you'd like to flip it vertically instead, you can use the rotate button in conjunction with the flip button.

tap the rotate icon in the bottom bar

When you're done, tap the checkmark button in the bottom-right corner.

tap the checkmark to finish

To save the flipped image, select "Export" in the bottom bar.

tap export to save

There are a number of options for saving the image:

  • Save will simply create a copy of the original image.
  • Use Export if you want some additional options after saving.
  • Export As will allow you to save the copy to a specific folder.
  • You can also Share it directly to an app or contacts.

export options

That's all there is to it! You now have a mirrored image. Simple as that.

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How to See What Data Google Has on You (and Delete It)

Posted: 18 Jan 2021 05:56 AM PST

Google Letter Logo

There are a few companies that people seem to have trust issues with. Google is one of them, and it's no mystery that the company collects a lot of data about you. But just how much does it have? Let's check.

How to See Everything That Google Knows About You

The good news is that Google has a central hub for viewing all of the data associated with your account. Some of this is information that you willingly provided, but there's some stuff that you may not know about. After we give it a look over, we'll show you how to delete it.

To get started, open a web browser such as Google Chrome and go to myaccount.google.com.

google activity page in the browser

Next, navigate to the "Data & Personalization" tab.

data and personalization tab

This long page is where you can see all of your data. There are a few sections that you'll want to explore. First, scroll down to "Activity and Timeline."

activity and timeline section

Here, you'll find shortcuts to two important things:

  • My Activity: This is pretty much everything you do that is connected in some way to your Google account, which includes browsing history, Google searches, YouTube history, Google Assistant commands, location history, etc.
  • Timeline: This is a dedicated page for your location history displayed on a map. You can adjust the dates to really explore your travels. Location history is gathered from Google Maps and other Google apps.

The "My Activity" page is where you're going to see your data in real-time. Click it to dive in.

select the My Activity shortcut

The data is grouped in cards by service (Google.com, YouTube, etc.) and is in roughly chronological order. Select the three-dot menu icon in the corner of the card to see the full history or to delete the activity.

three dot menu for more options

Going back to the "Data & Personalization" tab, let's check out the "Things You Create and Do" section. Click "Go to Google Dashboard."

go to google dashboard

This is a big list of all the Google apps and services that you use. Each one can be expanded to reveal shortcuts to the information.

google dashboard

The Google Dashboard is where you can really dive in deep and see exactly how much data Google has on you.

How to Delete Your Google Data

After you see how much data Google has on you, the next thing you might want to do is delete it. We've already touched on this a bit in the section above.

From the "My Activity" page, you can delete chunks of your data that have been grouped together by service. For example, you could delete all of your Google Search history from a specific day.

three dot menu for more options

Deleting data like that can be a little tedious, though. A better solution is to have your data automatically deleted after a certain period of time.

At the top of the "My Activity" page, you'll see "Web & App Activity," "Location History," and "YouTube History." Click any of these to adjust how your data is tracked.

google activity controls

We have guides that dive deeper into clearing your Google account's location history and automatically deleting your YouTube history. Be sure to read them to learn more about controlling what data Google records and when it deletes it.

RELATED: How to Make Google Auto-Delete Your Web and Location History

RELATED: How to Automatically Delete Your YouTube History


While it may be slightly upsetting to see just how much data Google has on you, at least you can easily see it all in one place. Google's tools also give you a good amount of control over it.

You may also be interested in seeing everything Facebook knows about you.

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How to Install & Use Desktop Chrome Extensions on Android

Posted: 17 Jan 2021 09:08 PM PST

Well, it's no doubt that Google Chrome is right now the best and most popular web browser for the desktop operating system. The web browser is also available for mobile devices like Android & iOS, but the mobile version doesn't have extension support.

When you are using Google Chrome on the desktop, it's easy to install the extensions. The browser extensions were meant to enhance the features of the web browser. Although Google Chrome for Android doesn't support extensions, it doesn't mean that you can't use the desktop extension on Android.

You can install the Kiwi web browser to use the desktop Chrome extensions on Android. For those who don't know, the Kiwi web browser is based on Chrome, which offers the same fast experience. The only thing that makes Kiwi different is that it lets you use desktop Chrome extensions on mobile.

Install & Use Desktop Chrome Extensions on Android

So, in this article, we are going to share a detailed guide on how to run the desktop chrome extension on Android. So, let's check out.

Step 1. First of all, open the Google Play Store and install the Kiwi Web browser.

install the Kiwi Web browser

Step 2. Once installed, launch the app on your Android.

Step 3. Now, open the url – 'chrome://extensions'.

open the url - 'chrome://extensions'

Step 4. Next, enable the toggle next to 'Developer Mode'.

enable the toggle next to 'Developer Mode'

Step 5. Now open the Google Chrome web store and open the extension that you want to install.

open the Google Chrome web store

Step 6. Tap on the 'Add to Chrome' button.

Tap on the 'Add to Chrome' button

Step 7. On the next popup, tap on the 'Ok' button.

tap on the 'Ok' button

Step 8. The extension will be installed. You can check the extension by opening the Settings > Extension.

Settings > Extension

That's it! You are done. This is how you can use desktop Chrome extensions on Android.

Desktop Chrome extensions on Android

So, this article is all about how to use Desktop Chrome extensions on Android. I hope this article helped you! Please share it with your friends also. If you have any doubts related to this, let us know in the comment box below.

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How to Set Custom Wallpaper for Individual Chats On WhatsApp

Posted: 17 Jan 2021 12:02 PM PST

If you have been reading tech news for a while, you might know about WhatsApp's recent policy update. The new policy update has forced lots of WhatsApp users to switch to its alternatives.

As of now, there are many WhatsApp alternatives available for Android. For a complete list, check out the article – Whatsapp Alternatives that Actually Respect Your Privacy. WhatsApp alternatives like Signal, Telegram, etc., indeed offer better privacy and security features, but they lack customization options.

One of the prominent features of WhatsApp is the ability to change the default wallpaper for all chats. The instant messaging app allows users to set custom wallpapers on every chat on WhatsApp, isn't it interesting?

The latest stable version of WhatsApp provides users settings to set chat-specific wallpapers. You can choose from both dark mode and light mode wallpapers to set as chat background. Also, you can set your own wallpaper as a WhatsApp chat background.

Steps to Set Custom Wallpaper for Individual Chats on WhatsApp

In this article, we will share a step-by-step guide on how to set a custom wallpaper for individual WhatsApp chats on Android. Let's check out.

Step 1. First of all, head to the Google Play Store and update the WhatsApp app.

update the WhatsApp app

Step 2. Once updated, open WhatsApp. Now select the contact whose chat wallpaper you want to change. Tap on the 'three dots'.

Tap on the 'three dots'

Step 3. Now tap on the three dots, and select 'Wallpaper'

select 'Wallpaper'

Step 4. You will find four options there – Bright, Dark, Solid Color, My Photos.

Wallpaper option

Step 5. Pick a wallpaper of your choice.

Pick a wallpaper of your choice

Step 6. If you want to set your own wallpaper, select 'My Photos' and select the photo you want to set.

select 'My Photos'

Step 7. To set the wallpaper, tap on the 'Set Wallpaper' option.

tap on the 'Set Wallpaper' option

Step 8. You can implement the same steps for groups as well.

That's it! You are done. This is how you can set custom wallpapers for individual WhatsApp chat on Android.

So, this article is all about how to set custom wallpapers for individual WhatsApp chats on Android. I hope this article helped you! Please share it with your friends also. If you have any doubts related to this, let us know in the comment box below.

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How to Stop Kids from Talking to Strangers on Nintendo Switch

Posted: 17 Jan 2021 10:05 AM PST

Nintendo Switch Parental Controls Icon and Console

If you have kids that use a Nintendo Switch, you might worry that they could potentially talk to strangers in online-connected games. Luckily, Nintendo provides an easy way to turn off communication with others in their Parental Controls app for smartphones. Here's how to set it up.

First, Get Nintendo's Parental Controls App

Before you can restrict communications with others online, you'll need to register the Switch console with Nintendo's parental controls app. Nintendo makes the app available as a free download for iPhones, iPads, and Android devices. Setup is easy and only takes a few moments to get squared away.

RELATED: How to Set Up Parental Controls on the Nintendo Switch

How to Restrict Communicating with Others in Switch Parental Controls

After you have parental controls activated on your Switch, open the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls smartphone app. If you have multiple Switch consoles registered, select the Switch you would like to modify in the upper-left corner of the screen. Then tap "Console Settings" at the bottom of the screen.

Tap "Console Settings."

In "Console Settings," tap "Restriction Level."

Tap "Restriction Level."

In "Restriction Level Settings," you'll notice several preset profiles, such as "Teen, "Pre-Teen," and "Child." If you select "Teen," communicating with others in games on that Switch will be enabled. If you select "Pre-Teen" or "Child," communicating with others in online games will be disabled by default.

But there's a better way to get more granular control over these communication restrictions. Tap "Custom Settings" and then tap "Communicating with Others."

Tap "Custom Settings," then tap "Communicating with Others."

In "Communicating with Others," flip the switch beside "Restrict Communicating with Others" to turn it on.

In the Nintendo Switch Parental Controls app, enable "Restrict Communicating with Others."

Below the "Restrict Communicating with Others" option, you'll see a list of games installed on that particular Switch console. Using the toggle switch beside each game, you can toggle communications restrictions for a particular game.

An example of enabling or disabling "communicating with others" for certain games in Switch parental controls.

So if you'd like to allow communication only within a certain game—such as Minecraft, for example—you can turn off the switch beside Minecraft in the "Communicating with Others" list, and your kids will be able to connect to online worlds and chat with strangers only for Minecraft.

Some Restricted Communication Examples on the Switch

The "Restrict Communicating with Others" setting does different things in different games. As a general rule, it prevents players from sending any message to another player, whether it be by voice, text, drawing, sign, or otherwise. Here are a few examples.

  • All Games with Voice Chat: Voice chat will be disabled.
  • Animal Crossing: New Horizons: Players are prevented from mailing letters to friends between islands and using the internet-connected design kiosk.
  • Fortnite: Players cannot voice chat with other players.
  • Minecraft: Prevents online play with others, including friends.
  • Splatoon 2: Players cannot read or share player posts (the hand-drawn images that hover above players' heads).

That's just a small sampling of the many hundreds of games affected by the "Restrict Communicating with Others" parental controls setting. To see its effects in each game, you'll have to do some experimenting. If it works as planned, you should see a message similar to this one seen in Minecraft when trying to access online communication features.

The effects of the parental control "Restrict Communicating with Others" on Minecraft on the Switch

But at least with Nintendo's Switch parental controls, there's no reason why your kids can't still enjoy playing games while also giving you some peace of mind. Happy gaming!

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How to Stream Liam Neeson’s Action Thriller Movies

Posted: 17 Jan 2021 08:42 AM PST

Liam Neeson on the red carpet
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Liam Neeson has a particular set of skills that he's been showing off as the unlikely movie star of action thrillers since 2008's Taken. Here's how you can stream all of Neeson's most popular action hero roles.

The Taken series

When Neeson was cast as former CIA agent and Green Beret Bryan Mills, it seemed like an odd choice. But he proved to be perfect for the role of the ruthless man who will stop at nothing to rescue his teenage daughter from kidnappers. Bryan's adventures in the two Taken sequels are less effective, but the trilogy has become a defining moment in Neeson's career.

Taken is streaming on Starz ($8.99+ per month after a seven-day free trial) and is available for digital purchase ($13.99+) and rental ($2.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

Taken 2 is available for digital purchase ($13.99+) and rental ($2.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

Taken 3 is available for digital purchase ($13.99+) and rental ($2.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

The A-Team

Neeson's first collaboration with director Joe Carnahan is this adaptation of the 1980s action series, with Neeson as Hannibal Smith, the leader of a covert team of mercenaries taking on jobs that no one else will touch.

The team's origin story is more of an ensemble piece than other Neeson action movies, with Bradley Cooper, Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, and Sharlto Copley as the other team members, but it's still driven by Neeson's lead performance.

The A-Team is available for digital purchase ($13.99+) and rental ($2.99+) at Amazon, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

Unknown

Director Jaume Collet-Serra has proven to be the most adept at deploying Neeson's talents in action movies, starting with this thriller starring Neeson as a doctor in Berlin for a conference, who wakes up after an attack to discover that his identity seems to have been erased. This apparently ordinary man takes on terrorists and killers in an effort to discover who he really is and why his life has been taken away from him.

Unknown is streaming on Netflix ($8.99+ per month) and is available for digital purchase ($9.99+) and rental ($2.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

The Grey

Neeson teamed up with Carnahan again for a movie promoted with the indelible image of Neeson, his fists covered in broken glass, preparing to fight a pack of wolves. But The Grey is more of a psychological thriller, about a group of oil workers attempting to survive in the wilderness following a plane crash. The wolf-fighting, as awesome as it looks, is merely an added bonus.

The Grey is available for digital purchase ($6.99+) and rental ($3.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

Non-Stop

The second Neeson/Collet-Serra movie stars Neeson as an air marshal attempting to stop a terrorist attack aboard a flight from New York City to London, even while he himself is being framed as the criminal mastermind. It's a self-contained thriller in the vein of Speed or Die Hard, with Neeson as a self-destructive alcoholic hoping for redemption.

Non-Stop is streaming on Peacock ($4.99+ per month or $49.99+ per year) and is available for digital purchase ($6.99+) and rental ($3.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

A Walk Among the Tombstones

Writer/director Scott Frank adapts Lawrence Block's novel about a former New York City police detective (Neeson) hired to find a pair of kidnappers who target drug dealers and their family members. It's a more contemplative movie than some of Neeson's other thrillers, with Frank taking a character-driven approach to the gritty crime story.

A Walk Among the Tombstones is available for digital purchase ($9.99+) and rental ($3.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

Run All Night

Neeson and Collet-Serra once again take on the story of a troubled man hoping for redemption—in this case, a mob enforcer nicknamed "The Gravedigger." The main character tries to protect his boxing coach son (Joel Kinnaman) from the criminal organization that employs him. It allows Neeson to play a slightly less morally upstanding character while still ultimately doing the right thing.

Run All Night is available for digital purchase ($4.99+) and rental ($2.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

The Commuter

Neeson and Collet-Serra's fourth movie together casts Neeson as a seemingly mild-mannered insurance agent who is, of course, an ex-cop. The character finds himself threatened and extorted by mysterious criminals while on his daily train commute home to the suburbs from New York City. He has to figure out who's behind the conspiracy while clearing himself of any wrongdoing (and keeping the other passengers on the moving train safe).

The Commuter is available for digital purchase ($9.99+) and rental ($2.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

Cold Pursuit

This remake of a Norwegian movie (directed by the same filmmaker, Hans Petter Moland) takes a more playful approach to the Neeson thriller formula, finding dark humor in the idea of a grizzled old man out for vengeance. Neeson plays a beloved ski-town snowplow driver who goes down a dangerous path, taking revenge on the members of a drug gang he holds responsible for the death of his son.

Cold Pursuit is available for digital purchase ($6.99+) and rental ($3.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

Honest Thief

Even as a prolific bank robber, Neeson still projects moral authority. The title character of this thriller just wants to turn himself in, give back the money he stole, and serve his time, all so he can be with the woman he loves (Kate Walsh). Some corrupt federal agents have other plans, though, so the honest thief has to take down the dishonest cops to clear his name (and save his relationship).

Honest Thief is available for digital purchase ($14.99+) and rental ($5.99+) at Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and other outlets.

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