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How to Cook Snap Peas
Snap peas are peas that are a cross between snow peas and garden peas. They are bright green and contain a pod that holds peas inside. They have a crispy texture and a slightly sweet taste. You can eat these vegetables raw or you can prepare them differen...
How to Read Tide Tables
Learning how to read tide tables is an essential skill for those whose livelihoods or forms of recreation depend on the ocean, such as fishermen, divers, and surfers. Finding low tide is also important for beach combing or looking at tide pools. Reading a...
How to Unclog a Dishwasher
Over time, your dishwasher may not drain as quickly due to a clog in the drain hose. These clogs can become a serious problem if left untreated. Detach the drain hose by removing the dishwasher's kickplate and loosening the hose's wire clamp fastener. Rem...
14 Ways to Treat Bruised or Cracked Ribs
You probably associate a bruise with a purplish spot on your skin, but ribs can get bruised too—usually after a hard fall or a blow to the area. While it might take up to 6 weeks for your ribs to heal, they'll usually get better on their own.[1] X Rese...
How to Trim Horse Hooves
Trimming your horse's hooves is a great way to connect with your horse and help keep it healthy. However, don't trim the hooves unless you are experienced and comfortable around your horse. When you first start trimming the hooves, do short sessions and...
How to Do a Myofascial Release Self Massage for Shinsplints
Shinsplints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, refers to pain and inflammation from either overusing or repetitively straining the muscles that are attached to the shinbone (tibia) of your lower leg.[1] X Research source The condition common...
How to Make a Mouse Costume
If you are looking for a simple, homemade Halloween costume for yourself or a child, a do-it-yourself mouse costume may work. You don't have to be a creative person or even know how to sew to make a mouse costume. If you can use a pair of scissors and a h...
How to Serve Wines
You don't need to be a sommelier to impress people with your wine serving skills. Whether you’re having a wine night with friends or serving guests at an event, you can look like a wine connoisseur by following some simple serving tips. Remember that reds...
How to Do Accounting Transactions
Every business, no matter how large or small, needs to keep track of all its transactions. There are many simple financial software systems you can purchase, but it is best if you first have a clear understanding of how accounting transactions work. You w...
How to Extract a GZ File on Windows, Linux, Mac, & Mobile
Do you have a file ending with .GZ that you need to open? GZ files are compressed files that typically contain multiple files and/or folders. To access the files inside, you'll need to extract them similar to how you'd unzip a ZIP file. Fortunately, it's...
How to Use a Prepaid Credit Card at an ATM
Many people are reaping the benefits of using prepaid credit cards. One of the main advantages is that you can use them at ATMs just like a normal credit or debit card. Knowing how to use a prepaid credit card at an ATM can help to maintain good credit sc...
How to Find Oxidation Numbers
In chemistry, the terms "oxidation" and "reduction" refer to reactions in which an atom (or group of atoms) loses or gains electrons, respectively. Oxidation numbers are numbers assigned to atoms (or groups of atoms) that help chemists keep track of how m...
How to Choose a Position in a Nerf War
Nerf wars require tactics, blasters, and good positioning to win. Being in a position you aren't good at is one of the worst things that could happen to you in a Nerf war. Here's how to choose a position that suits you.
How to Make an Electric Fence
Electric fencing can be dangerous but are a helpful tool for people who own farm livestock or horses, or who need added security. Electric fencing are necessary in order to keep animals safe and contained within the fence, as well as to keep intruders out...
How to Hang a Prehung Door
Pre-hung doors are doors that come from the manufacturer installed in a door frame. Pre-hung doors are purchased with the hinges attached to the door and frame, unlike traditional doors that come with no frame and no hinges. Pre-hung doors are easier to i...
How to Use Macros in Excel
This wikiHow teaches you how to enable, create, run, and save macros in Microsoft Excel. Macros are miniature programs which allow you to perform complex tasks, such as calculating formulas or creating charts, within Excel. Macros can save significant amo...