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The Ultimate iPhone 17 Pro Camera Settings That Photographers Actually Agree On

2026-08-02T16:30:05.021-04:00

Ask five professional shooters how to set up an iPhone 17 Pro or Pro Max and you will get five opinions. Line those opinions up side by side, though, and something useful falls out. Seven settings come back unanimous. Six are genuine disagreements worth understanding. And a handful of the most repeated pieces of advice turn out to be wrong for most people who own this phone.

This is the consensus, the splits, and the reasoning behind both.

The settings every professional agrees on

No dissent on any of these. If you change nothing else today, change these seven. Everything is under Settings → Camera.

Setting	Value	Why it matters
Formats → Camera Capture	High Efficiency	Roughly half the file size with no visible quality difference. Switch to Most Compatible only if you regularly hand files to someone on a pre-2020 machine.
Formats → Photo Mode	24 MP	The sensor shoots 48 MP. 24 is the pixel-binned middle ground that leaves you crop room without the storage cost.
ProRAW & Resolution Control	On	The one setting every single guide named. Switching it on does not force you into RAW. It puts the format button in the camera app's top-left corner so RAW is there when you want it.
Composition → Grid	On	Rule of thirds while you frame, not after.
Composition → Level	On	One shooter called it the single most useful feature on the phone. A crooked horizon is the most common fixable mistake in phone photography.
Macro Control	On	Stops the phone silently jumping to the ultrawide lens when you move close to a subject. That lens has a smaller sensor and worse output.
Lens Cleaning Hints	On	New this year. Costs nothing and catches the most common ruined shot there is, a smudged lens you never noticed.

Two shooting habits came through with equal agreement:

Shoot RAW at 48 MP only when you intend to edit. HEIF at 24 MP the rest of the time.
Stay on the native focal lengths. 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x. Pinching to something like 5.3x gives you a plain digital crop with none of Apple's Fusion processing behind it. The preset stops are computed crops. The values between them are not.

The camera app settings that matter more than the menu ones

Half the value here is not in Settings at all. It is in the camera app itself.

Control	Set it to
Exposure compensation (EV)	−0.3 as a standing default, −0.7 in harsh light
Aspect ratio	4:3, always. It is the full sensor readout. Crop later.
Format button (top left)	HEIF 24 MP daily, RAW 48 MP for shots you will edit
Night Mode	Auto, extended manually when you have something to brace against
Live Photos	On, for reasons covered further down
Action Mode	Off. Heavy crop, needs a lot of light, and the standard stabilisation is already strong.

The exposure point deserves its own line. Four of the five professionals said independently that iPhones consistently overexpose, with recommendations ranging from −0.3 to −0.7. Setting it once in the camera app is the highest-value single change available on this phone. It fixes the flat, blown-out look that people spend hours in editing apps trying to undo.

Where the professionals split, and how to pick a side

These six are the real disagreements. Every one of them has a defensible case on both sides, which is exactly why single-source advice on this topic leads people wrong.

ProRAW format: lossy or lossless

Four say JPEG XL Lossy. One insists on Lossless and cites a 30 to 50 percent file size saving.

His number is real, but it is measured against uncompressed DNG rather than against lossy. Lossy is roughly half again smaller on top of that. One of the four openly says he cannot tell the two apart outside of the file size difference.

Verdict: lossy, unless you print large or carry a 1 TB phone.

Fusion Camera 28 mm and 35 mm

Three switch them on. One switches them off, arguing they are digital crops that cost resolution.

Verdict: leave both on. The maths is in the next section and it does not support switching them off.

Default lens

Two say 24 mm. One says 35 mm, then admits he is only experimenting because of a phone he reviewed recently.

Verdict: 24 mm. Cropping in later is free. Cropping back out is impossible. The 35 mm argument is a creative preference presented as a technical one.

Lens Correction

Three on, one off. The dissenter avoids it because it applies a small edge crop to ultrawide frames.

Verdict: on. Barrel distortion stretching a face at the edge of a 0.5x shot is uglier than a few percent of lost frame. Switch it off situationally for architecture where straight lines matter more than faces.

Prioritize Faster Shooting

A clean two-two split, and the only one where both camps are correct. The setting trades per-frame detail for shutter responsiveness.

Verdict: depends on your subject. Off if you shoot landscapes, food, architecture, anything that holds still. On if you shoot children, pets, or sport, because a missed moment beats a marginally sharper frame of nothing.

HDR Video

One on, one off, and neither addresses the other's reasoning. The case for is that HDR looks superb on the phone and on Instagram. The case against is that on a non-HDR display or on YouTube the colour goes washed out, and fixing it requires knowing how to grade HDR.

Verdict: off unless you already colour grade. The downside is worse than the upside.

The number nobody ran on the 28 mm question

One recommendation in circulation is to switch off the 28 mm and 35 mm Fusion focal lengths because they are digital crops. It sounds technically rigorous. It falls apart the moment you do the arithmetic.

The main camera is 48 MP at 24 mm. The extra focal lengths are crops of that sensor:

28 mm is a 1.17x linear crop, leaving roughly 35 MP. Your output is 24 MP. Nothing is lost.
35 mm is a 1.46x linear crop, leaving roughly 22.5 MP. Fractionally under 24 MP, so the loss exists but is negligible.

The concern evaporates at 28 mm and barely registers at 35 mm. Worse, switching them off removes the tap-to-select stops that keep you off the genuinely destructive option, which is pinching to an arbitrary 3.7x with no processing behind it.

Why the shoot-RAW advice needs a caveat

ProRAW is real and it is excellent. In poor light it can be the difference between a photo you keep and one you delete. On the Pro and Pro Max it is one of the genuine advantages over the base model.

It also comes with a condition that rarely gets stated plainly. A ProRAW file looks flatter and duller than a normal photo until you process it. The quality is latent, not visible. If you never open an editor, you are storing a large file that looks worse than the small one you could have shot instead.

Worth knowing as context: several of the most widely watched guides on this topic also sell Lightroom preset packs. That does not make the advice wrong, and RAW plus a good edit genuinely does produce better images. But it does explain why almost nobody says the plainer version, which is that HEIF at 24 MP is the right choice for most of what most people shoot.

The honest rule is simple. If you edit, shoot RAW. If you do not, do not.

The setup for people who never edit

If your workflow ends at WhatsApp or Instagram, most standard advice works against you. Here is the version built for that.

Photographic Styles becomes your entire edit. Applied at capture, it is the only processing your photo will ever get. The most specific recipe across all five sources: Natural base, Tone at −25, Colour at −0.2, Palette at 80, with intensity nudged slightly down. It removes the lifted-shadow flatness that makes a photo look like it came from a phone. Shoot with it for a week before deciding.

Portraits in Photo Mode, on. Two shooters mentioned it in passing and neither made enough of it. It is the strongest setting on this entire list for anyone who does not edit. Every photo of a person captures depth data, so you can turn any shot into a portrait afterwards in the Photos app. No third-party app, no skill, no time cost.

Do not preserve ProRAW. Under Preserve Settings, leave ProRAW & Resolution Control switched off. The camera then always opens in HEIF 24 MP, and RAW becomes a deliberate decision for the one shot that earns it rather than a default quietly filling your storage.

Prioritize Faster Shooting, on. The detail you trade away is invisible once a messaging app compresses the file. Leaving it off means optimising a difference your delivery method destroys.

Video settings

Only two of the five covered video seriously, and the specialist is the more reliable of the two.

Setting	Value
Record Video	4K 30 for social, 4K 24 for a filmic look. The phone ships set to 1080p 30, which is worth checking right now.
HDR Video	Off
Enhanced Stabilisation	On
Auto FPS	Off, so the phone stops quietly dropping frame rate in low light
Record Sound	Stereo. One shooter prefers mono, which reads as personal habit rather than recommendation.
Wind Noise Reduction	On
Slow-mo	1080p 240 for maximum smoothness, or 4K 120 if you plan to grade it
ProRes	Available, but do not shoot it casually. ProRes Log 4K runs around 6 GB per minute, which is about 40 minutes on a 256 GB phone.
Camera Control → Clean Preview	Off, so your settings stay visible while you use the side button

One setting none of the five mentioned and all of them should have: Lock White Balance. It is the difference between usable and unusable footage the moment you pan across mixed lighting. A bigger deal than half of what did get covered.

Three techniques that beat any setting

Live Photo to Long Exposure. Shoot moving water, traffic, or a crowd with Live Photos on and hold steady. In the Photos app, tap Live in the top left and choose Long Exposure. Creamy motion blur with no tripod, no filter, no app.

Exposure lock. Tap to focus, drag the sun icon down about two stops, then hold until AE/AF LOCK appears. This stops the phone rebalancing the frame while you compose, and it is the reason most iPhone skies come out blown white.

Vertical panorama. Turn the phone sideways and shoot a pano upward rather than across. Tall buildings, trees, mountains, minarets. The resolution and field of view beat anything the ultrawide can produce, and hardly anyone does it.

The last step that undoes everything

None of the professionals covered this, and it quietly cancels most of their advice.

WhatsApp recompresses photos hard by default, frequently down to a few hundred kilobytes. Every careful decision about tone and detail is discarded in transit. Tuning Photographic Styles to −25 tone achieves nothing if the delivery method crushes the result.

The fix takes ten seconds. Tap the HD button above the image preview before sending, or make it permanent under Settings → Storage and Data → Media Upload Quality → HD. For anything that really matters, send it as a Document instead and the file travels untouched.

Instagram works the same way. Upload at 4:3 or crop to 4:5 yourself rather than handing it a 16:9 and letting the platform decide.

Key takeaways

Seven iPhone 17 Pro camera settings have unanimous professional agreement: High Efficiency, 24 MP photo mode, ProRAW and Resolution Control switched on, Grid, Level, Macro Control, and Lens Cleaning Hints.
Setting exposure compensation to −0.3 in the camera app corrects the most common iPhone photo problem, overexposure, and it persists between sessions.
The 28 mm Fusion focal length is a crop that still leaves around 35 MP against a 24 MP output, so switching it off to protect image quality protects nothing.
JPEG XL Lossy is the correct ProRAW format for almost everyone, since lossless roughly doubles file size for a difference its own advocates admit they cannot see.
ProRAW only pays off if you actually edit. Unedited, it stores a larger file that looks worse than the HEIF you could have shot instead.
Portraits in Photo Mode lets you convert any photo of a person into a portrait shot afterwards, which makes it the single best setting for people who never open an editor.
WhatsApp and Instagram compress uploads by default, so switching on HD sending protects more image quality than most in-camera settings do.

Sources

The five videos compared for this article:

Settings paths reflect iOS 26 on the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, and may differ slightly on other models.

10 Android Developer Settings That Actually Make Your Phone Faster

2025-04-04T06:25:00.008-04:00

No root. No hacks. Just smart settings hiding in plain sight.

Written by Haris R. — Product Marketing Manager & Android enthusiast.

Most Android users never look past their Settings app. But there's a secret menu, Developer Options, that’s quietly holding back the true performance potential of your phone.

Originally built for app developers, it’s packed with switches and sliders that can help speed up animations, reduce battery drain, and fix annoying Bluetooth or UI issues, no root required.

Whether you're using your phone daily or keeping it as a secondary device, these settings can make it feel faster and more efficient in just a few taps.

How to Unlock Developer Options

If you haven’t already:

Go to Settings > About Phone
Tap Build Number seven times
Enter your PIN or pattern if prompted
Return to Settings > System > Developer Options

Now let’s get to the good stuff.

1. Speed Up (or Kill) Animations

Where: Window animation scale, Transition animation scale, Animator duration scale
Set to: 0.5x or Off
Why it works: Cutting down animations reduces the delay between screens and taps. Your phone will instantly feel more responsive.

2. Limit Background Processes

Where: Background process limit
Set to: 2 or 3 processes
Why it works: Restricts how many apps stay active in the background. This saves memory and battery without breaking basic multitasking.

3. Fix Bluetooth Volume Bugs

Where: Disable Absolute Volume
Set to: On
Why it works: Solves inconsistent volume issues with Bluetooth speakers and headphones. A must if your audio randomly jumps or dips.

4. Sharpen Game Graphics

Where: Force 4x MSAA
Set to: On
Why it works: Enables anti-aliasing in supported games and apps. Makes visuals look cleaner, at the cost of a little battery.

5. Force Split-Screen Support for All Apps

Where: Force activities to be resizable
Set to: On
Why it works: Some apps block split-screen mode by default. This forces them to cooperate, giving you real multitasking freedom.

6. Fix Lag with GPU Rendering

Where: Disable HW overlays
Set to: On (when needed)
Why it works: Forces your phone to use GPU instead of CPU for UI rendering. Helpful if your phone feels sluggish or stutters occasionally.

7. Reduce Wi-Fi Background Activity

Where: Wi-Fi scan throttling
Set to: On
Why it works: Stops apps from scanning for networks too frequently. Great for saving battery without affecting connectivity.

8. Turn Off Predictive Back Animations

Where: Predictive Back
Set to: Off
Why it works: Disabling this removes unnecessary back gesture previews. Smoother navigation, less delay.

9. Disable Stylus Handwriting (If You Don’t Use One)

Where: Stylus handwriting
Set to: Off
Why it works: If your phone doesn’t support a stylus, this feature just takes up processing power in the background.

10. Turn Off Visual Debugging Tools

Where: Show Taps, Pointer Location
Set to: Off
Why it works: These are useful for demos or devs, but otherwise just clutter your screen and use system resources.

Bonus Tweaks (For Power Users Only)

If you know your way around Android, here are a few more switches to consider:

Setting	Recommended Setting	Why It Matters
Strict Mode	Off	Avoids screen flashes on system delays
Autofill Logging	Off	Keeps system cleaner, improves performance
Freeform Windows	Off (unless using custom launcher)	For floating app windows
Force Desktop Mode	Off	Only useful with USB-C docking
Mock Location App	Leave unassigned	Prevents app bans or location spoof flags
Force Full GNSS Measurements	Off	GPS devs only

Don’t Want to Reconfigure This Every Time?

Create a simple checklist or use a tool like Tasker to apply your preferred Developer Options in seconds. Perfect if you reset devices often or switch between work and personal setups.

Final Thoughts

These Developer Options aren’t just for developers. They’re practical tools that anyone can use to get more out of their Android device, no root, no risk, and no third-party apps.

From smoother transitions to fewer background drains, the changes above can genuinely make an older or secondary device feel new again. And if you're using a flagship, they’ll help you get the most out of your hardware.

About the Author

Haris is a Product Marketing Manager with over a decade of experience optimizing mobile devices, apps, and digital workflows. He helps users and teams work smarter by making tech feel human and accessible.

Disclaimer

These settings are available natively in Android’s Developer Options and are safe to modify. However, if you’re unsure about a specific feature, do a quick search or consult your device manual before changing it.

Want a downloadable checklist of these settings?

Let us know, and we’ll send one your way.

How to Get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Rawalpindi – A Step-by-Step Guide

2019-01-28T10:18:00.006-05:00

Planning to drive abroad? You’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP), also known as an International Driving License (IDL). This document legally allows you to drive in over 150 countries while ensuring your local license is recognized internationally.

If you're in Rawalpindi, you can get your IDP through the City Traffic Police Rawalpindi (CTP Rawalpindi) in just one day! This guide walks you through the updated process, the required documents, and helpful tips to make your application smooth and hassle-free.

What is an International Driving Permit (IDP)?

An International Driving Permit is an official document that translates your Pakistani Driving License into multiple languages, making it valid for use in many foreign countries. It does not replace your original license but works as a supplementary document.

Benefits of an IDP

Legal authorization to drive in over 150 countries.
Accepted as a valid identity document in foreign countries.
Helps in renting a car abroad.
Reduces issues with foreign traffic authorities.

Eligibility Criteria for IDP in Rawalpindi

Before applying, make sure you meet the following requirements:

You must be 18 years or older.
You must hold a valid Pakistani Driving License issued by the City Traffic Police (CTP) Rawalpindi.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
You must have a valid visa for the country you plan to visit.

Updated Process to Get an IDP from Rawalpindi (2025)

Step 1: Gather Your Documents

Before visiting the CTP Rawalpindi Licensing Office, prepare the following documents:

Required Documents

✅ Original & Photocopy of CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
✅ Original & Photocopy of Valid Pakistani Driving License (issued by CTP Rawalpindi)
✅ Original & Photocopy of Passport (valid for at least 6 months with visa)
✅ Two Recent Passport-Sized Photographs (attested)
✅ Court Fee Ticket of Rs. 22 (available at post offices or stamp vendors)
✅ License Fee Ticket of Rs. 60 (available at post offices)
✅ Bank Challan of Rs. 180 (to be deposited at designated banks after document verification)

Step 2: Visit the City Traffic Police Office, Rawalpindi

📍 Location: City Traffic Police Headquarters, Westridge-2, Rawalpindi.
⏳ Office Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8 AM - 1 PM

Step 3: Buy the Application File

Go to Room #08 and purchase the IDP Application File for Rs. 30.
Fill out the form and attach all required documents.

Step 4: Submit Your Application

Submit the completed IDP application file at Counter #05.
A representative will verify your documents and issue a token number.

Step 5: Identity Verification & Photo Upload

Proceed to Room #07, where your identity will be verified.
The representative will take your photograph and upload it with your application.
A printed challan will be issued.

Step 6: Bank Challan Payment

Take the Rs. 180 challan and pay it at the designated bank.
Bring back the challan receipt and submit it at Counter #05.

Step 7: IDP Processing & Collection

Your application will be processed the same day.
You can collect your International Driving Permit on the spot or have it delivered to your address within 7-10 days.

Important Tips for a Smooth IDP Application

✅ Carry all original documents (CNIC, Passport, Driving License) for verification.
✅ Ensure your driving license is issued from Rawalpindi – IDPs are only issued where your license was registered.
✅ Visit early in the morning (8 AM - 1 PM) to avoid long queues.
✅ Get the court fee and license tickets beforehand to save time.
✅ Keep a copy of the bank challan receipt for reference.
✅ Check your IDP details carefully before leaving the office.

For official updates, visit: CTP Rawalpindi Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How long does it take to get an IDP from Rawalpindi?

If all documents are in order, the IDP is issued the same day. However, if you opt for delivery, it will take 7-10 days.

2. Can I apply for an IDP if my Pakistani Driving License was issued from another city?

No, you must apply from the city where your Pakistani Driving License was issued.

3. How long is the IDP valid?

An IDP is valid for one year from the date of issuance.

4. Can I drive in the USA, UK, or UAE with an IDP?

Yes, Pakistan’s IDP is accepted in the USA, UK, UAE, and over 150 countries. However, some countries may require additional documentation.

5. What happens if I drive abroad without an IDP?

Driving without an International Driving Permit may result in fines, vehicle impoundment, or legal action in certain countries.

How to Change and Customize the Windows 7 Logon Screen using REGEDIT (Step-by-Step Guide)

2012-07-27T06:06:00.001-04:00

Updated for 2025 – Important Disclaimer

Microsoft Windows 7 reached its end-of-life (EOL) on January 14, 2020. Microsoft no longer provides security updates, which means using Windows 7 can expose your system to vulnerabilities. If possible, consider upgrading to Windows 10 or 11. However, if you're still using Windows 7 and want to customize your logon screen, this guide will walk you through the process safely.

In earlier versions of Windows, changing the logon screen background required third-party tools like TuneUp Utilities. However, Microsoft introduced an official registry tweak in Windows 7 (Build 7057 and later) that allows users to customize the logon screen background without additional software. This method is safe when done correctly but requires modifying the Windows Registry.

In this updated guide, we'll walk you through the process while also covering potential risks, troubleshooting, and alternative solutions.

Step-by-Step Guide to Changing the Windows 7 Logon Screen Background

Optional: Two images have been used for this method, Iron Man image can be downloaded from here, and the Arc Reactor image can be downloaded by clicking here!

Step 1: Open the Windows Registry Editor

Press ⊞ Win + R to open the Run dialog.
Type regedit and press Enter.
If prompted by User Account Control (UAC), click Yes to proceed.

🔴 Warning: Editing the Windows Registry can cause system instability if done incorrectly. Before proceeding, back up your registry:

In Registry Editor, go to File > Export.
Choose All under Export range.
Save the .reg backup file somewhere safe.

You will encounter a UAC when you launch the Registry Editor.

Step 2: Modify the OEMBackground Registry Key

In Registry Editor, navigate to:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Authentication\LogonUI\Background

Look for a DWORD (32-bit) Value named OEMBackground.
- If OEMBackground does not exist, right-click on an empty space in the right pane, select New > DWORD (32-bit) Value, and name it OEMBackground.
Double-click OEMBackground and change its value from 0 to 1.
Click OK and close the Registry Editor.

Step 3: Create the Necessary Folders

Open Windows Explorer (⊞ Win + E).
Navigate to:
```
C:\Windows\System32\oobe
```
Create a new folder named info (if it does not already exist).
Open the info folder and create another folder named backgrounds.

Step 4: Choose and Place Your Custom Logon Background Image

Select an image you want as your logon background.
- 📌 Image Requirements:
  - Format: JPG
  - File size must be under 256 KB
  - Resolution should match your screen resolution to avoid stretching.
Rename the image to backgroundDefault.jpg.

Copy the image into:

C:\Windows\System32\oobe\info\backgrounds

If you receive a permission warning, click Continue.

When you click the New Folder button, you’ll encounter a confirmation dialog box.

Step 5: Apply the Changes

Restart your computer or press ⊞ Win + L to lock your system and view the new logon screen.

copy/paste and rename the image as shown above (according to your display resolutions)

Supported Image Resolutions

Windows 7 allows different image resolutions depending on screen size. If your image doesn't match your screen resolution, Windows will use the closest available image:

Resolution	File Name
Default (All resolutions)	`backgroundDefault.jpg`
768×1280	`background768x1280.jpg`
900×1440	`background900x1440.jpg`
1024×1280	`background1024x1280.jpg`
1280×1024	`background1280x1024.jpg`
1024×768	`background1024x768.jpg`
1280×960	`background1280x960.jpg`
1440×900	`background1440x900.jpg`
1600×1200	`background1600x1200.jpg`
1920×1200	`background1920x1200.jpg`

Troubleshooting Tips

🔹 Problem: The logon background does not change after restarting
✔️ Solution:

Make sure OEMBackground is set to 1 in the registry.
Ensure the image is named exactly as backgroundDefault.jpg.
Verify that the image file size is under 256 KB.
Try changing file permissions to give full control to administrators.

🔹 Problem: File Permission Errors
✔️ Solution:

Right-click the backgrounds folder > Properties > Security Tab.
Click Edit, then select Administrators and check Full Control.
Click Apply and OK.

Alternative Methods (For Users Who Want an Easier Solution)

If you prefer not to modify the registry manually, consider using free tools like:

Windows 7 Logon Background Changer (Download) – GUI-based tool that automates this process.
LogonStudio (Download) – Allows logon screen customization.

Conclusion

Customizing the Windows 7 logon screen is a straightforward process that requires modifying the registry, creating specific folders, and ensuring the correct image format. By following this guide carefully, you can safely change the logon screen without using third-party tools.

🔴 However, Windows 7 is outdated and insecure. If you're still using it, consider upgrading to Windows 10 or 11 for better security and support.

CJ's Innings

2012-07-06T03:35:00.000-04:00

Recover hacked Facebook IDs

2011-05-24T02:51:00.002-04:00

How to recover hacked facebook account.

Is your Facebook account hacked and you cannot login? Your usual login details may return incorrect in event of Facebook account being hacked.

Steps to get back; recover hacked Facebook account.

1. Make sure you are using correct Facebook login page to access your account. Directly type and open www.facebook.com from web browser (do not click any link to access Facebook login page).
2. If you think your Facebook account is hacked but you can still login – quickly reset and change your Facebook account password.
Click here (https://www.facebook.com/recover.php) to reset or click “Forgotten your password?” link above Facebook login box at top right part.
3. If you think your Facebook account is hacked and cannot login as a result of hacker changing your login email address – then you need to contact Facebook support for quick restoration of your Facebook account.

Click here (http://www.facebook.com/help/?page=1023) and follow on-screen instructions to send support request in event of Facebook account being hacked

Copy or Save Text and Images from Right Clicking Disabled Websites

2011-05-23T14:10:00.001-04:00

METHOD 1

Webmasters protect their contents in the shape of both text and images by disabling right click on their websites. Once they disable right clicking ability on their websites, you can’t right click on their web pages or in other words, making a right click won’t pop up any options. This is really annoying when you want to save an image or copy some definitions for your project or something. In this case, you can follow a simple trick to bypass these right click disable limitations and copy both text and images from that web page. Earlier I posted a simple trick to bypass no right click problems, but this trick is more simpler.

Open the page you want to copy text or save image from
Once the page is loaded, press CTRL + U on your keyboard
This shortcut will open the web page source code
Find the text you want to save and copy it from there
Find the image link from the source code and open that link in a new window, this time you will be able to save the image
You are done.

Source code of a web page means all the codes and informations that makes a web page. In this way you can navigate to any site or any web page’s source code and easily copy or save text and images from it.

METHOD 2

Websites use javascripts to block the right clicks on their websites. This javascript acts with our browser. So, if we can set our browsers to avoid running those scripts, we will be able to copy texts and save images. Now lets learn how to disable javascripts and enable right click.

Firefox users :

Go to Tools –> Options
Click on Content tab
Uncheck the box saying Enable javascript
Restart Firefox and you are done.

Internet Explorer Users :

Go to Tools –> Internet Options
Click on Security Tab –> Custom Level
Scroll to Scripting
Disable it.
Restart IE and you are done.

Once you are done with your job, enable javascript option on your browser again. From now on, you don’t need to get worried when you find a web page that does not allow you to copy text or save images from it. The above mentioned tricks will take care of that and you will be able to copy texts and save images.

Internet Explorer 9 window crashes in Windows 7. Why?

2011-05-23T13:22:00.001-04:00

You may typically get one of the errors below or the IE window might freeze or restart without an error message.

“Internet Explorer has encountered a problem and needs to close.”

“Internet Explorer has stopped responding”

This is typically due to incompatible add-ons or toolbars or an  incompatible display adapter. Internet Explorer uses the graphics  chipset for hardware acceleration and these issues might happen due to  an older and/or incompatible driver.

You can typically resolve these issues using the following steps in the given order.

Method 1: No Add-ons Mode

Click Start. Type in "iexplorer.exe -extoff" and press enter. This will open IE in No Add-ons mode. Check if the crashes or performance issues happy while on this mode.
If there are no issues when using this mode, you can use the addon manager to disable all unwanted add-ons.

To do this, follow these steps:

Open Internet Explorer 9. Click the tools button (wheel button at the right hand side corner), and then click Manage Add-ons. On the Show drop-down menu, select All add-ons to display all add-ons that are installed on the computer. Look for each item in the list, select the add-on, and then click Disable in the Information window.
When you have disabled all the items in this list, click OK.
Exit and then restart Internet Explorer.

Method 2: Reset Internet Explorer Settings

To use the Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature from Control Panel, follow these steps:
Exit all programs, including Internet Explorer (if it is running).

Click Start, type the following command in the Start Search box, and then press ENTER:
inetcpl.cpl

The Internet Options dialog box appears.
Click the Advanced tab, Under Reset Internet Explorer settings, click Reset.
Then click Reset again. When Internet Explorer finishes resetting the settings, click Close in the Reset Internet Explorer Settings dialog box. Start Internet Explorer again.

Please note that running RIES (Reset Internet Explorer Settings) will reset all user-defined settings including those set by installed extensions, toolbars and other add-ons to IE Defaults. This includes all Security, Privacy and Zone settings. Also this will clear browsing history, delete all temporary Internet Files, cookies, form data and especially all stored passwords.

However, RIES does not clear Favorites or Subscribed Feeds.

Method 3: Software Rendering

If resetting IE or No Add-ons mode does not resolve the issue for you then it could be a compatibility issue with the Graphics card.

To resolve this, Click Start, type the following command in the Start Search box, and then press ENTER: inetcpl.cpl

Under Internet Options, click the advanced tab. Under 'Accelerated Graphics', click on the checkbox next to 'Use software rendering instead of GPU rendering*'. Ensuring that it is checked, click on OK. Close Internet options.

Now open Internet Explorer 9. It should now work without any issues.

Easy Download Subtitles of any Film With Media Player Classic [TIPS & TRICKS]

2011-01-01T07:16:00.000-05:00

Do you use K-lite Media Player Classic for playing your favorite video collection. Well, if you dont have it yet you can dowload it from here :

www.free-codecs.com

I Prefer K-lite Mega Codec Pack than K-lite Codec Pack cause it fills with more codec. Now, usually we have video collection but without subtitle, and we have to search from subtitle website to get it. well now there are easy way to get the subtitle with your Media Player Classic.

1. First, make sure your media player classic option like this :

setting MPC (view – options):
* playback – output
- At Directshow Video box, choose VMR7(renderless)**
- At realmedia Video box, pilih directX 9*

2. Now, open your video file

3. While it playing, pause it. Choose File > Subtitle Database, Choose ‘Download’

4. Wait until the Subtitle Database windows show

5. Pick the subtitle you want to download, then press ‘Download & Open’ and wait Download Process

6. After the process done, now try to play again the video.

7. If the Subtitle is match with your video, choose File > Save Subtitle ( Dont forget to name it same as your video files )

Okay, thats it.. its easy right ??

But if you want to download manual by yourself you can visit this website to get subtitle :

www.opensubtitles.org
subscene.com
www.all4divx.com
www.subtitlesource.org
www.subtitleonline.com
www.allsubs.org
www.mysubtitles.org

If you have another suggestion or trick, care to share with me..

EN-JOYYY !

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Cj Haris Ajmal Rana
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Nokia Secret Codes [TRICKS]

2011-01-01T06:54:00.000-05:00

Do you have Nokia cellphone? If you have it, so here are the list of codes you need to know, just in case someday you need it.

*#06# –> for checking the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity).
*#7780# –>Reset to factory settings.
*#67705646# –> This will clear the LCD display(operator logo).
*#0000# –> To view software version.
*#2820# –> Bluetooth device address.
*#746025625# –> Sim clock allowed status.
*#92702689# –> Show a secret menu where you find some of the information below:

Serial Number.

The Month and Year of Manufacture

The date where the phone was purchased (MMYY) (if there)

The date of the last repair – if found (0000)

Life timer of phone (time passes since last start)

*#3370# –>Enhanced Full Rate Codec (EFR) activation. Increase signal strength, better signal reception. It also help if u want to use GPRS and the service is not responding or too slow. Phone battery will drain faster though.
*#3370* –> (EFR) deactivation. Phone will automatically restart. Increase battery life by 30% because phone receives less signal from network.
*#4720# –> Half Rate Codec activation.
*#4720* –> Half Rate Codec deactivation. The phone will automatically restart
*#7370925538# –> If you forgot wallet code Nokia S60 phone.
Note, your data in the wallet will be erased. Phone will ask you the lock code. Default lock code is: 12345
*#3925538# –> Delete the contents and code of wallet.
*#7328748263373738# Reset security code. Default is 12345
#pw+1234567890+1# –> Show if sim have restriction.

Okay, That all I have. If you have any other Nokia Secret Codes, Share With me….

EN-JOYYY !

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Remove Yahoo Messenger Ads [TRICK]

2011-01-01T06:41:00.002-05:00

If you have quite limited bandwidht, and only using internet for chat at Yahoo Messenger. Or you hate seeing ads while youre chatting at Yahoo Messenger.

-Download Yahoo Messenger here

Here is the trick to remove the ads from YM, so you wont see it again.

Go to here :

 C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc

 There you will found file called “hosts”

Double Click it and you will ge “open with..” popup. Just scroll down 
and choose notepad.

Add this at the bottom of it :
127.0.0.1 insider.msg.yahoo.com

Thats it, now you wont be seeing the ads again. but just remember that the service is free and they get money from those ads, I just gave some trick but still the decision is in your your hand.

EN-JOYYY !

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Broadcast your own radio station for free [SPECIAL TRICK]

2010-08-28T02:15:00.009-04:00

How if u launch your own radio station and start broadcasting your favorites and TOTALLY FREE :

If you’ve ever wondered how internet radio stations work and/or wanted to create your own, in this tutorial I will show you how. It is actually very easy, and you can set up your own radio station and begin broadcasting songs in about 10 minutes.

First of all, let me give you a quick rundown on how it works. You have your music player (I will use Winamp, get it if you don’t have it) and you play your music as you normally would. Through a plugin (which you will download and install), Winamp will send the music you play to the broadcasting server (which can be on your PC or on another one with a larger connection), and the server sends the music to the listeners, reencoding it to a better format, if you are so inclined. Note that the amount of listeners you will be able to support is limited by your outgoing bandwidth and the bitrate of the song you are streaming, so if you’re streaming at 128 kbps and you have 256 kbps upload bandwidth, you’ll obviously be able to support 256/128 = 2 listeners.

The programs I use are Winamp for playing, oddcast DSP for broadcasting to the server and Icecast for serving. You can use Winamp’s own Shoutcast plugin and server, but I prefer to broadcast in Vorbis because it’s smaller and has much better quality than MP3.

Let’s get started, then. Download Icecast from this page http://www.icecast.org/ (you presumably want the Windows version) and install it. Run it and click "Edit configuration" in the "Configuration" menu. A notepad window will pop up with various configuration options. My configuration is this:

100
2
5
524288
30
15
10
1
65535

hackme
hackme
admin
hackme

localhost

8000

1

./

./logs
./web
./admin

access.log
error.log
4
10000

0

You can copy it and paste it in your file, but make sure you change "hackme" to more secure passwords. Once you have done this, save the file and close the window. Click the "Start server" button and the list boxes below should be populated with various information, like this:


Setting up servers

Your server is now ready for people to connect to it, but there’s no music playing, so let’s tend to that. Download oddcast for Winamp from this page and install it. Now, run Winamp, go to the "DSP/Effect" section of the preferences and click on "oddcast DSP v3". You should see the oddcast window pop up, looking something like this:

Click on "Add encoder" and a new encoder will be added in the box below. Right-click on it and select "configure". A dialog will pop up, asking for various information. For "Encoder type" select "OggVorbis" (or MP3, if you are so inclined), this will make you stream in Vorbis. Some people might not be able to have the available codecs if they’re running a very old version of their player (all newer players worth their salt support Vorbis).

For "Quality" I have entered -2, it is the lowest quality, giving you about 30 kbps bitrate and very acceptable quality. You can experiment with 0 or 2, going over 6 is overkill in my opinion (since 6 is what I use to archive music from my CDs), and you will be able to support more listeners if you have lower bitrate for the song.

For "Server IP" enter the IP of the server you’re running Icecast on (it’s "localhost" if you’re running it on your own PC). "Server port" is whatever you entered in the configuration, 8000 if you used mine, and "Encoder password" is hopefully something other than "hackme". I also use mono, because my connection only has 128 available upstream bandwidth and it doesn’t sound too bad.

Click OK here and then click "Connect". If you did everything right, the encoder should now connect to Icecast and begin streaming, like so:

The "Source Level Stats" section of Icecast should also change to include your stream, and will look something like this:

Final Broadcasting procedure

You can now tell people to connect to http://[yourip]:8000/stream.ogg with their players, and that’s all there was to it.

EN-JOYYY !

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Cj Haris Ajmal Rana
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Play CounterStrike 1.6 Online via garena.com [TIPS & TRICKS]

2010-07-25T13:08:00.004-04:00

1.First go to GARENA , register there, (its free) download client , open client user password.

2. Now from garena.exe go to CS on the left side button .

3. Click International->go to Pakistan room

4. now click Start button on right bottom . Before that it will ask for the .exe file, show it to the path like
c:\Program file\Counter strike 1.6\cstrike.exe

5. Now click on Start game.
6. When CS will start then press ` this button over tab button.

7. Another screen will come now type slist.

8. All computer IP will come copy any of the IP.

9. Type "connect (IP address)" without quotes . Press ENTER.

10. The Game will then start !

EN-JOYYY !!!

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Protect Your USB from Receiving Viruses [TIPS]

2010-07-18T07:26:00.003-04:00

If you desire to protect your USB from getting unwanted files i.e. virus, worm, spy, trojan etc than you are at the exact place.

What I'm gonna tell you is that how to setup your registry to end a computer from saving files to your USB (It'll block all of them)

If you contain windows XP with SP2, then you can immobilize the writing option to USB drives. This trick is very helpful if you have virus in your computer and desire to copy files from a USB Drive but don’t desire to transfer virus to the USB. Follow the given steps to disable the USB writing option:

TO TURN ON THE DEFENCE:

open notepad and copy and paste the following:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlStorageDevicePolicies]

"WriteProtect"=dword:00000001

Now keep the file with the extension ".reg".

Click on the file you presently saved. In the pop-up window chose YES and then OK.

That's it your USB is now sheltered

To TURN DEFENCE OFF:

open notepad and copy and paste the following:

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetControlStorageDevicePolicies]

"WriteProtect"=dword:00000000

Now put aside the file with the extension ".reg".

Click on the file you presently saved. In the pop-up window click YES and then OK.

That's it your defense is now disabled.

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A Deadly Virus [TRICK]

2010-06-27T08:34:00.004-04:00

Create a dangerous virus in XP by yourself...!

1. Open Notepad.
2. Type "del C:/WINDOWS/system32" (without quotes).
3. Save it as Internet Explore.bat
4. Right Click on the .bat file and then Properties. In General Tab click Advanced.
5. Then tick the "Compress contents to save disk space".
6. Press OK.
7. Send to anyone telling that it is some game or anything.

WARNING: DO NOT OPEN THIS FILE IN YOUR OWN PC ! IT MAY DELETE YOUR IMPORTANT WINDOWS FILES. I TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY OF ANY DATA OR FILE LOSS.

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20 things you didn't know about Windows XP [INFO & TIPS]

2010-06-27T02:42:00.006-04:00

You've read the reviews and digested the key feature enhancements and operational changes. Now it's time to delve a bit deeper and uncover some of Windows XP's secrets.

1. It boasts how long it can stay up. Whereas previous versions of Windows were coy about how long they went between boots, XP is positively proud of its stamina. Go to the Command Prompt in the Accessories menu from the All Programs start button option, and then type 'systeminfo'. The computer will produce a lot of useful info, including the uptime. If you want to keep these, type 'systeminfo > info.txt'. This creates a file called info.txt you can look at later with Notepad. (Professional Edition only).

2. You can delete files immediately, without having them move to the Recycle Bin first. Go to the Start menu, select Run... and type 'gpedit.msc'; then select User Configuration, Administrative Templates, Windows Components, Windows Explorer and find the Do not move deleted files to the Recycle Bin setting. Set it. Poking around in gpedit will reveal a great many interface and system options, but take care -- some may stop your computer behaving as you wish. (Professional Edition only).

3. You can lock your XP workstation with two clicks of the mouse. Create a new shortcut on your desktop using a right mouse click, and enter 'rundll32.exe user32.dll,LockWorkStation' in the location field. Give the shortcut a name you like. That's it -- just double click on it and your computer will be locked. And if that's not easy enough, Windows key + L will do the same.

4. XP hides some system software you might want to remove, such as Windows Messenger, but you can tickle it and make it disgorge everything. Using Notepad or Edit, edit the text file /windows/inf/sysoc.inf, search for the word 'hide' and remove it. You can then go to the Add or Remove Programs in the Control Panel, select Add/Remove Windows Components and there will be your prey, exposed and vulnerable.

5. For those skilled in the art of DOS batch files, XP has a number of interesting new commands. These include 'eventcreate' and 'eventtriggers' for creating and watching system events, 'typeperf' for monitoring performance of various subsystems, and 'schtasks' for handling scheduled tasks. As usual, typing the command name followed by /? will give a list of options -- they're all far too baroque to go into here.

6. XP has IP version 6 support -- the next generation of IP. Unfortunately this is more than your ISP has, so you can only experiment with this on your LAN. Type 'ipv6 install' into Run... (it's OK, it won't ruin your existing network setup) and then 'ipv6 /?' at the command line to find out more. If you don't know what IPv6 is, don't worry and don't bother.

7. You can at last get rid of tasks on the computer from the command line by using 'taskkill /pid' and the task number, or just 'tskill' and the process number. Find that out by typing 'tasklist', which will also tell you a lot about what's going on in your system.

8. XP will treat Zip files like folders, which is nice if you've got a fast machine. On slower machines, you can make XP leave zip files well alone by typing 'regsvr32 /u zipfldr.dll' at the command line. If you change your mind later, you can put things back as they were by typing 'regsvr32 zipfldr.dll'.

9. XP has ClearType -- Microsoft's anti-aliasing font display technology -- but doesn't have it enabled by default. It's well worth trying, especially if you were there for DOS and all those years of staring at a screen have given you the eyes of an astigmatic bat. To enable ClearType, right click on the desktop, select Properties, Appearance, Effects, select ClearType from the second drop-down menu and enable the selection. Expect best results on laptop displays. If you want to use ClearType on the Welcome login screen as well, set the registry entry HKEY_USERS/.DEFAULT/Control Panel/Desktop/FontSmoothingType to 2.

10. You can use Remote Assistance to help a friend who's using network address translation (NAT) on a home network, but not automatically. Get your pal to email you a Remote Assistance invitation and edit the file. Under the RCTICKET attribute will be a NAT IP address, like 192.168.1.10. Replace this with your chum's real IP address -- they can find this out by going to www.whatismyip.com -- and get them to make sure that they've got port 3389 open on their firewall and forwarded to the errant computer.

11. You can run a program as a different user without logging out and back in again. Right click the icon, select Run As... and enter the user name and password you want to use. This only applies for that run. The trick is particularly useful if you need to have administrative permissions to install a program, which many require. Note that you can have some fun by running programs multiple times on the same system as different users, but this can have unforeseen effects.

12. Windows XP can be very insistent about you checking for auto updates, registering a Passport, using Windows Messenger and so on. After a while, the nagging goes away, but if you feel you might slip the bonds of sanity before that point, run Regedit, go to HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Software/Microsoft/Windows/Current Version/Explorer/Advanced and create a DWORD value called EnableBalloonTips with a value of 0.

13. You can start up without needing to enter a user name or password. Select Run... from the start menu and type 'control userpasswords2', which will open the user accounts application. On the Users tab, clear the box for Users Must Enter A User Name And Password To Use This Computer, and click on OK. An Automatically Log On dialog box will appear; enter the user name and password for the account you want to use.

14. Internet Explorer 6 will automatically delete temporary files, but only if you tell it to. Start the browser, select Tools / Internet Options... and Advanced, go down to the Security area and check the box to Empty Temporary Internet Files folder when browser is closed.

15. XP comes with a free Network Activity Light, just in case you can't see the LEDs twinkle on your network card. Right click on My Network Places on the desktop, then select Properties. Right click on the description for your LAN or dial-up connection, select Properties, then check the Show icon in notification area when connected box. You'll now see a tiny network icon on the right of your task bar that glimmers nicely during network traffic.

16. The Start Menu can be leisurely when it decides to appear, but you can speed things along by changing the registry entry HKEY_CURRENT_USER/Control Panel/Desktop/MenuShowDelay from the default 400 to something a little snappier. Like 0.

17. You can rename loads of files at once in Windows Explorer. Highlight a set of files in a window, then right click on one and rename it. All the other files will be renamed to that name, with individual numbers in brackets to distinguish them. Also, in a folder you can arrange icons in alphabetised groups by View, Arrange Icon By... Show In Groups.

18. Windows Media Player will display the cover art for albums as it plays the tracks -- if it found the picture on the Internet when you copied the tracks from the CD. If it didn't, or if you have lots of pre-WMP music files, you can put your own copy of the cover art in the same directory as the tracks. Just call it folder.jpg and Windows Media Player will pick it up and display it.

19. Windows key + Break brings up the System Properties dialogue box; Windows key + D brings up the desktop; Windows key + Tab moves through the taskbar buttons.

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A Challenge [TRICK]

2010-06-20T04:18:00.004-04:00

You cannot create a new folder named CON.

An Asian discovered that nobody can create a FOLDER anywhere on the computer which can be named as "CON".
This is something pretty cool...and unbelievable... At Microsoft the whole Team, including Bill Gates, couldn't answer why this happened!
TRY IT NOW !!
IT WILL NOT CREATE "CON " FOLDER.......instead it will name it as new folder....TRY IT !!!

But CJ can create it by following method:

Create a new folder:
(1) rename it as con
(2) hold and press Alt+255 and then press Enter
(3) CON folder created

Some other folder names which cannot be created:
PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL etc. :)

Regards,
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Solve NEW FOLDER virus - brontok.exe [TRICK]

2010-06-20T04:12:00.003-04:00

Start ur computer in safe mode with command prompt and type the followinf command to enable registry editor:-

reg delete HKCU\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\policies\system /v "DisableRegistryTools"
and run HKLM\software\microsoft\windows\currentversion\policies\system /v "DisableRegistryTools"

after this ur registry editor is enable
type explorer
go to run and type regedit
then follow the following path :-
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Currentversion\Run

on the right side delete the entries which contain 'Brontok' and 'Tok-' words.

after that restart ur system
open registry editor and follow the path to enable folder option in tools menu

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\Currentversion\Policies\Explorer\ 'NoFolderOption'

delete this entry and restart ur computer

and search *.exe files in all drives (search in hidden files also)
remove all files which are display likes as folder icon.

ur computer is completely free from virus brontok:)

EN-JOYYY !!!

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Make Invisible folders in XP [TIP & TRICK]

2010-06-20T04:07:00.002-04:00

Create a NewFolder Wherever you want.

2.Remove the name and with the NUMPAD type 0160 while holding ALT and then press enter.

-Now your folder should appear UN-NAMED and when we got that solved, we have to make the icon itself invisible to the eye:

3.Right click on the folder>Properties

4.Click the Customize tab and then Change icon

5.Just scroll a little bit and you can find here is a transparent icon ,SELECT IT.
your folder is now invisible…(*just don’t forget where you put it)

EN-JOYYY !!!

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Using REGEDIT with safety [TIPS]

2010-06-20T04:05:00.003-04:00

Make sure before modifying your system Registry about its backup, because Registry contains all information how your system runs. This backup will help you to restore Registry in case any problem occurs after modifying. Learn how you can Export and Import Registry File Before Editing?

You can backup the whole Registry and also its subkeys.

Click Start Button then type regedit in Run box and click Ok button. Here you can export the whole Registry or you can locate the required subkeys that contain the information that you want to edit.
Go to File menu option then click on Export option for backup and save it with on any your system drive with .reg extension and you can restore this backup going File menu using import option.

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Useful Run Commands [TIPS]

2010-06-20T03:55:00.002-04:00

HERE ARE SOME USEFUL RUN COMMANDS WHICH CAN HELP YOU IN YOUR
DAILY USE OF THE COMPUTER
TO OPEN THESE COMMANDS ...

GO TO START > RUN and then type the command with exact wording
as it is written, you can use UPPERCASE and lowercase.

Add Hardware Wizard
--------------------
IF YOU HAVE ATTATCHED A NEW HARDWARE AND WANT TO INSTALL ITS DRIVER USE THIS COMMAND.
COMMAND: hdwwiz.cpl

Add/ Remove Prgramms
--------------------
TO ADD NEW PROGRAMS OR TO REMOVE THE INSTALLED ONES.
COMMAND: appwiz.cpl

Bluetooth Transfer Wizard
-------------------------
TO TRANSFER OR RECIEVE THE FILES ON BLUETOOTH BUT MAKE SURE U HAVE INSTALLED ITS DRIVER ALREADY.
COMMAND: fsquirt

Calculator
----------
TO USE THE CALCULATOR.
COMMAND: calc

Check Disk Utility
------------------
TO FIX ERRORS IN THE HARD DISK DRIVES
COMMAND: chkdsk

Date and Time Properties
------------------------
TO SEE DATE AND TIME AND TO MODIFY IT.
COMMAND: timedate.cpl

Device Manager
--------------
TO SEE THE DEVICES ATTATCHED WITH YOUR COMPUTER AND THEIR PROPERTIES.
COMMAND: devmgmt.msc

Disk Cleanup Utility
--------------------
TO CLEAN THE DRIVES FROM THE UN-USEFUL DATA AND PROGRAMS
COMMAND: cleanmgr

Disk Defragment
---------------
TO DEFREGMENT THE DRIVE SO THAT YOUR COMPUTER RUN FAST!
(TO MANAGE THA 0 & 1s ON THE HARD DISK)
COMMAND: dfrg.msc

Disk Management
---------------
TO MANAGE HARD DISK DRIVES,DELET OR MAKE NEW,FORMAT etc.
COMMAND: diskmgmt.msc

Display Properties
------------------
TO SHOW DESKTOP PROPERTIES IN WHICH YOU CAN CHANGE WALLPAPER, SCREENSAVER, SCREEN SIZE, ICONS etc.
COMMAND: control desktop

Folders Properties
------------------
TO SHOW FOLDER PROPERTIES (eg. TO SHOW HIDDEN FILES)
COMMAND: control folders

Iexpress Wizard
---------------
TO EXTRACT THE COMPRESSED FILES OR MAKE COMPRESSED FILES
COMMAND: iexpress

Internet Properties
-------------------
TO SHOW THE PROPERTIES OF INTERNET EXPLORER.
(eg.to delet the web files,clear history etc)
COMMAND: inetcpl.cpl

Keyboard Properties
-------------------
TO SHOW KEYBOARD PROPERTIES.
COMMAND: control keyboard

Mouse Properties
----------------
TO SHOW MOUSE PROPERTIES,
COMMAND: control mouse

Network Connections
-------------------
TO SHOW NETWORK CONNECTIONS (eg. make a new connection)
COMMAND: control netconnections

On Screen Keyboard
------------------
TO SHOW ON-SCREEN-KEYBOARD WHICH U CAN USE IF YOU DONT HAVE A KEYBOARD OR SOME KEYBOARD BUTTONS ARE NOT WORKING.
COMMAND: osk

Private Character Editor
------------------------
TO MAKE OR EDIT A CHARACTER WHICH YOU CAN USE IN FONTS
COMMAND: eudcedit

Remote Desktop
--------------
TO SWITCH FROM ONE COMPUTER TO ANOTHER COMPUTER USING THE SAME COMPUTER IN A NETWORK.
COMMAND: mstsc

Removable Storage
-----------------
TO HANDLE THE REMOVABLE STORAGE (eg.flash memory, memory card)
COMMAND: ntmsmgr.msc

Sounds and Audio
----------------
TO SHOW THE PROPERTIES OF SOUNDS AND AUDIO
COMMAND: mmsys.cpl

System File Checker Utility
---------------------------
Scans and verifies the versions of all protected system files after you restart your computer.
COMMAND: sfc /scannow

System Properties
-----------------
TO SHOW MY COMPUTER PROPERTIES
COMMAND: sysdm.cpl

Task Manager
------------
TO SHOW TASK MANAGER
COMMAND: taskmgr

User Account Management
-----------------------
TO SHOW USER ACCOUNTS WHERE YOU CAN MAKE NEW USERS, DELETE, MODIFY OR GIVE PASSWORD TO A USER ACCOUNT etc.
COMMAND: nusrmgr.cpl

EN-JOYYYY !!!

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Cj Haris Ajmal Rana
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Google [TIPS & TRICKS]

2010-06-20T03:50:00.006-04:00

1)Google Layout Changed
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Type anyone of the following code and click on I'M FEELING LUCKY
Google 133t
google loco
google gothic
ewmew fudd
xx-clingon
xx-piglatin
google bsd
google linux
google easter egg
google cheese
blackle
backwards google
google ninja

2) Download Files From Google Quickly
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a)suppose u want to download mp3 songs of ur choice very quickly through search
type this code in google:
intitle:"index.of" himesh reshammiya mp3
and click on search, this will give u a downloadable list of mp3 songs of himesh reshammiya (indian Singer)
so u type this command in google and replace the himesh reshammiya word with ur desire word and search mp3 songs
and download them!
* u can also search other files like Avi mpeg wav exe zip rar etc by replacing these words on mp3 word.
b) suppose u want to download a song named KAJRAARE, type the following code and search:
intitle:"Index of" "kajraare"
u can replace kajraare word with ur desired mp3 song name and search

3) Download E-Books
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download ebooks in pdf format (run with adobe acrobat reader) on different topics like science
engineering etc... put this code in google search and click on search
intitle:"index.of" master.key.system pdf -htm -html -php -asp

4) Get Anythings Definition
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type
Define: Mouse
and click on search, it will give u a suitable definition of Mouse
u can also search ur required through this code,

5) Google Calculator
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type any difficult calculations and click on search e.g 2*3+5*6^4/3
now see the result!

6)Convert Curreny Values
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Type 1st curreny name in 2nd curreny name like this:
pkr in usd
click on search, now see the result.u can search euro pounds yen etc.

7)Time Tricks
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Type the following codes and click on search:
Seconds in a week
seconds in a year
minutes in a year
hours in a year
etc....
Find any location's time, let i find islamabad's time
type and search like this:
time: islamabad
8) Search any flight through google
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suppose i want to get details of Flight 786 of PIA (Pakistan International Airlines)
type code like this:
PIA flight 786

9) Search Sites by its type
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define: - This google operator will find definitions for a certain term or word over the Internet. Very useful when you come across a strange word when writing a post. I use this as a google dictionary. example : (define: computer)

info: - The google info operator will list the sets of information that Google has from a specific website (i.e. info: http://facebook.com)

allinurl: - Using this Google operator will limit the search to results that contain the desired keywords on the URL structure. (i.e. allinurl:radioreloaded)

fileformat: - Useful Google operator for finding specific file formats. Sometimes you know that the information you are looking for is likely to be contained in a PDF document or on a PowerPoint presentation, for instance. (i.e. “fileformat:.pdf market research” will search for PDF documents that contain the terms “market” and “research”)

10) Google Holiday Logos
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type:
google holiday
and click on I'M FEELING LUCKY

11) Google-Yahoo Search Comparison
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type:
google yahoo
and click on I'M FEELING LUCKY
now new page comes,type anything u want to search.and see the comparison

12) Replace Google Logo Spellings with your name's Spellings
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go to goglogo.com and type your name and click on CREATE MY SEARCH PAGE !!!

EN-JOYYYY !!!

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Cj Haris Ajmal Rana
haris.ajmal01@hotmail.com

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Speed up your Internet upto 20% [TIPS]

2010-06-20T03:47:00.003-04:00

Microsoft reserves 20% of your available bandwidth for their own purposes like Windows Updates and interrogating your PC etc

You can get it back:

Click Start then Run and type "gpedit.msc" without quotes.This opens the group policy editor. Then go to:
Local Computer Policy
then Computer Configuration
then Administrative Templates then Network then QOS Packet Scheduler and then to Limit Reservable Bandwidth.

Double click on Limit Reservable bandwidth. It will say it is not configured, but the truth is under the 'Explain' tab i.e."By default, the Packet Scheduler limits the system to 20 percent of the bandwidth of a connection, but you can use this setting to override the default."
So the trick is to ENABLE reservable bandwidth, then set it to ZERO. This will allow the system to reserve nothing, rather than the default 20%.It works on Win 2000 as well.

EN-JOYYY !!!

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Cj Haris Ajmal Rana
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Inrease your Firefox Browsing speed [TRICK]

2010-06-20T03:46:00.004-04:00

This Firefox tricks will improve the speed ,load time of firefox. And you will be able to surf faster.

Type about:config in the address bar, Then look for the following entries, and make the corresponding changes.
network.http.max-connections-per-server =32
network.http.max-persistent-connections-per-proxy =16
network.http.max-connections = 64
network.http.max-persistent-connections-per-server = 10
network.http.pipelining = true
network.http.pipelining.maxrequests = 200
network.http.request.max-start-delay = 0
network.http.proxy.pipelining = true
network.http.proxy.version = 1.0

Lastly right-click anywhere and select New- Integer. Name it nglayout.initialpaint.delay and set its value to 0. This value is the amount of time the browser waits before it acts on information it receives.

EN-JOYYY !!!

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Make an Undeletable folder [FUN TRICK]

2010-06-20T03:39:00.002-04:00

Steps To Make This Folder

1. Go to cmd.
2. Change to the directory that you want.
3. Assume I change to D:
4. So,in Command Prompt,type D: and [enter].
5. Type in this command "md \lpt1\\" without quotes and press enter.
6. The folder will now in your D:
7. Go and try and delete or rename it,you cannot do anything to it. There are still many names that you can use to name the folder: -lpt1 until lpt9 -CON -AUX

instead of lpt1 u can also use name "con" it will behave in same manner

To delete it:

1. Go to Command Prompt again.
2. Navigate to the directory.
3. Type in rd \lpt1\\ or con if u have created con :)..

one more thing u can play with ask your frnd to create folder with name CON.. definitly he would failed to create.. then u can ask him to move from in front of screen as if u dont wanna show him/her how u gonna create this.. and do in the manner i posted in the beginnning.. :)

Regards,
Cj Haris Ajmal Rana
haris.ajmal01@hotmail.com

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The last step that undoes everything

Key takeaways

Sources

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No root. No hacks. Just smart settings hiding in plain sight.

How to Unlock Developer Options

1. Speed Up (or Kill) Animations

2. Limit Background Processes

3. Fix Bluetooth Volume Bugs

4. Sharpen Game Graphics

5. Force Split-Screen Support for All Apps

6. Fix Lag with GPU Rendering

7. Reduce Wi-Fi Background Activity

8. Turn Off Predictive Back Animations

9. Disable Stylus Handwriting (If You Don’t Use One)

10. Turn Off Visual Debugging Tools

Bonus Tweaks (For Power Users Only)

Don’t Want to Reconfigure This Every Time?

Final Thoughts

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How to Get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Rawalpindi – A Step-by-Step Guide

What is an International Driving Permit (IDP)?

Benefits of an IDP

Eligibility Criteria for IDP in Rawalpindi

Updated Process to Get an IDP from Rawalpindi (2025)

Step 1: Gather Your Documents

Required Documents

Step 2: Visit the City Traffic Police Office, Rawalpindi

Step 3: Buy the Application File

Step 4: Submit Your Application

Step 5: Identity Verification & Photo Upload

Step 6: Bank Challan Payment

Step 7: IDP Processing & Collection

Important Tips for a Smooth IDP Application

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How long does it take to get an IDP from Rawalpindi?

2. Can I apply for an IDP if my Pakistani Driving License was issued from another city?

3. How long is the IDP valid?

4. Can I drive in the USA, UK, or UAE with an IDP?

5. What happens if I drive abroad without an IDP?

How to Change and Customize the Windows 7 Logon Screen using REGEDIT (Step-by-Step Guide)

Updated for 2025 – Important Disclaimer

Step-by-Step Guide to Changing the Windows 7 Logon Screen Background

Step 1: Open the Windows Registry Editor

Step 2: Modify the OEMBackground Registry Key

Step 3: Create the Necessary Folders

Step 4: Choose and Place Your Custom Logon Background Image

Step 5: Apply the Changes

Supported Image Resolutions

Troubleshooting Tips

Alternative Methods (For Users Who Want an Easier Solution)

Conclusion

Further Reading & References

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