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Tip: Main > Sport > Golf > The golf swing : Maximum extension: On the backswing, keep the club extended as far away from you as possible, so that you feel "taught" and extended. This will take-up any "slack" or looseness that will drain power f […]

Tip: Main > Technology > Computers > Programming > Delphi : Dynamic components: You don't have to drop components on your form, but can create them dynamically. e.g., in the general case, component := tcomponent.create(self); or in the specific case, btn […]

Tip: Main > Technology > Computers > Operating systems > Windows : Windows Key shortcuts: Windows-D: Desktop (and restore apps). Windows-R: Run dialog. Windows-Tab: (with Aero) switch windows. Windows-E: Explore. Windows-F1: Windows help. Windows-F: Find.

Tip: Main > Technology > Computers > Operating systems > Windows : Vista: If you're using "Aero" interface, Windows-Tab (Windows key and tab key together): brings up a nifty 3-D "switch between windows" dialog. Use your mouse wheel to scroll the windows, and click […]

Tip: Main > Technology > Computers > Operating systems > Windows : Keyboard shortcuts: Using the "Windows" key on your keyboard (bottom left) can speed things up. For example, "Windows-D" will bring your desktop to the top. Hitting "Windows-D" again will restore all […]

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming > Male grooming > Shaving : Keep your razor blade sharp: To make your safety razor blade last for a very long time store it in a small dish of cooking oil or wipe the blades with cooking oil after using it. It is the oxidation o […]

Tip: Main > Sport > Golf > The golf swing : Most of the power in a golf swing should not come from the arms, but from shoulder and hip turn, and the legs. So much power should be coming from these alone that your arms will be strained just to h […]

Tip: Main > Sport > Golf > The golf swing : Open your shoulders fully before impact to whip the club through the hitting area. Your right shoulder should end up underneath your left shoulder (if you are right-handed).

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Tip: Main > Sport > Golf > Putting : Always accelerate the club through the ball - don't be tentative. If the putt is very short, then take a short backswing, which will allow you to accelerate the clubhead.

Tip: Main > Property > Selling : Leaks: Make sure there are no roofing or plumbing leaks. If there are, don't be surprised to hear from the buyer's lawyers down the track.

Tip: Main > Property > Selling : Disconnect your emotions: Consider that you have already moved out of the house, and that it is now your professional job to sell it.

Tip: Main > Property > Selling : Kitchen and bathroom: These need to be in clean and attractive condition. Women in particular can be very choosy when it comes to these areas.

Tip: Main > Property > Selling : Features: Try to enhance the best external features of the house, and minimize or improve the worst features.

Tip: Main > Property > Selling : Avoid clutter: The house should not be devoid of furniture, plants, and wall-hangings, but it should definitely not be cluttered with all the things of your life. The potential buyer needs to be able […]

Tip: Main > Sport > Golf > The golf swing : Most of the power in a good golf swing is applied just before the club hits the ball, and comes from vigorous hip and shoulder turn - and not from the arms. The very speed of the clubhead will force a […]

Tip: Main > Sport > Golf > The golf swing : On the downswing, the clubhead should feel extremely heavy, especially just inches before you contact with the ball. If it doesn't feel very heavy on the downswing then you are losing clubhead speed. […]

Tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Drink and drinking : Drink filtered water: And filter it with a good quality filter. The water that comes through your regular tap is not top quality.

Tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Drink and drinking > Tea : Brewing time: The finer the grain of tea, the faster the brew time. Nearly powdered teas are ready to go in about two minutes or less, while large leaf varieties may need more than five minutes.

Tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Drink and drinking > Tea : Iced tea: To make iced tea that is clear and not too cloudy, place 4 tea bags into a 2-quart pitcher of water and leave in the refrigerator for approximately 4 hours. When making a pitcher of iced tea […]

Tip: Main > Living > Food & drink > Drink and drinking > Tea : Make your own decaffeinated tea: Caffeine is highly water soluble, so it is one of the first constituents of the leaf to be extracted in the steeping process. Usually 80 percent or more of the tea's c […]

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming > Male grooming > Shaving : Shaving with a razor (blade): 1. Wet your face first with hot water, and then use a lather of shaving cream to keep the hairs moist. 2. Always shave with the grain if possible. This helps you avoid ra […]

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming > Male grooming > Shaving : Wet or dry skin?: Razor shave: wet/hot skin. Electric shave: dry skin.

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming > Male grooming > Shaving : Using an electric razor: 1. Keep your electric razor clean and lubricated. 2. Shave against the grain of your hair. 3. Use a pre-shave lotion to avoid dry skin.

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming : Wet your nails: before cutting them. This will make them softer, and easier to cut.

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming > Male grooming : Moisturiser can help keep the skin healthy, and this is especially the case for men who shave their face, as shaven skin will dry out more quickly than skin protected by hair.

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming > Male grooming > Beards : Wet your hair slightly before trimming, this makes the hair softer and easier to cut. And remember that wet hair is longer than dry hair.

Tip: Main > Living > Grooming > Male grooming > Beards : Beard trimmers are easier to use than scissors, as you can adjust trimmer settings to cut hair at various lengths. Set your beard trimmer to a longer hair length if you're new to using one - you don't […]

Tip: Main > Household > Power-saving : Hot drinks for one: If you are usually boiling a kettle only for one person, then get a really small kettle. It is wasteful to boil the extra water unnecessarily. Another solution is to fill a vacuum […]

Tip: Main > Health > Exercise & fitness > Walking : Take a mental vacation. Use your walking time to think about pleasant things. Avoid using the time to ponder family problems or bills. It is essential to feel good about what you are doing.

Tip: Main > Health > Exercise & fitness > Walking : It is safer to walk facing the traffic.

Tip: Main > Health > Exercise & fitness > Walking : Carry a water bottle.

Tip: Main > Health > Exercise & fitness > Walking : Wear a hat and sunscreen in the summer.

Tip: Main > Technology > Mobile phones : Recycle your mobile: Mobile phones contain a variety of highly toxic substances.

Tip: Main > Technology > Mobile phones : Use as a torch: If you are in need of light on a dark night, turn on your mobile phone and use the light shining from the screen.

Tip: Main > Technology > Mobile phones : Mobile Phone Security While Travelling: Make sure that your phone details are registered with your mobile operator before you travel. If your phone is stolen, contact your customer service department […]

Tip: Main > Gardening > Lawn : Mow your lawn frequently, never cutting off more than about 30% of the length of the grass blades. If you let grass grow too long the grass will become less dense, and this leave room for weeds to gro […]

Tip: Main > Gardening > Lawn : User fertilizer to make your lawn grow thicker and greener. This will make it harder for weeds to grow.

Tip: Main > Gardening > Lawn : Use a mulching mower, saving you the trouble of having to use a catcher, and returning the clippings to the lawn as fertilizer.

Tip: Main > Living > Annoyances > Jehovah's witnesses : Ask them how they know for sure that the Bible was written by God and not the Devil.

Tip: Main > Property > Renting : On the rental agreement, make sure you list all of the damage to the property (eg, marks on walls and floors), so that you will be able to get your bond back when you leave. Otherwise, unscrupulous ow […]

Tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget > Garage/yard sales > Selling : Don't sell anything before your advertised opening time. Some people, including second-hand dealers, will try to pressure you into selling things beforehand. Be prepared for them.

Tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget > Garage/yard sales > Buying : Generally, you have to get to a yard sale early to have the best choice of items. But if you arrive late you may be able to purchase items very cheaply, since owners often want to clear them out.

Tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget > Garage/yard sales > Selling : If you are planning your yard sale on the hot day, consider selling cool drinks or having the kids run a lemonade stand.

Tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget > Garage/yard sales > Selling : Yard sales are more relaxing if there is some easy-listening background music on.

Tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget > Garage/yard sales > Selling : You'll generally have a better turnout if its a non-holiday weekend.

Tip: Main > Living > Living on a budget > Garage/yard sales > Selling : Consider finding a clutter buddy. When it comes to culling clutter, two heads are better than one - and a two-family yard sale will get more traffic. Back one another up, and dare to clear your clutte […]

Tip: Main > Gardening : Compost improves soil structure, texture, aeration, and increases the soil's water holding capacity. It also promotes soil fertility and stimulates healthy root development.

Tip: Main > Gardening : The most important step in pest management is to maintain healthy soil. It produces healthy plants, which are better able to withstand disease and insect damage.

Tip: Main > Gardening : When buying plants for your landscape, select well-adapted plant types for your soil, temperature range, and sun or shade exposure.

Tip: Main > Travel > Countries > Australia : If you need to extend your tourist visa to stay in Australia, it doesn't cost much to travel to New Zealand to do so.

Tip: Main > Travel > International travel : Carry a written copy of your medical history with you. This should include: your name, address, phone no, blood type, immunizations, your doctor's name, address, and contact number, your health insu […]

Tip: Main > Travel > Backpacking : Three essentials: a good pack, a dry sleeping bag, and a dependable stove.

Tip: Main > Travel > International travel : Make sure you have a signed, valid passport and visas, if required. Also, before you go, fill in the emergency information page of your passport.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Brushes : If you're painting a large surface like a wall, it makes sense to use a large brush. Choose a brush you are comfortable handling for a long period of time. Tradespeople recommend a 100mm brush.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Brushes : A good brush is worth buying so look for one in the mid to upper price range.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Brushes : There are two types of brush on the market -- filament and hog's bristle. The new filament brush is said to make painting easier as it doesn't lose bristles and leaves less brush marks.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Thoroughly clean the roller after use. Stand the roller on its end to dry, then store in its plastic bag so the fibres don't distort or flatten.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : An extension pole makes the job much easier, especially when painting ceilings.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : If right handed, paint left to right. Of course, the opposite applies if you're left handed.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Pre-wet the roller with appropriate solvent or water, spinning out the excess.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Foam rubber covers are best for gloss and semi-gloss enamels and clear finishes.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Mohair sleeves are best for undercoats and gloss and enamels on smooth surfaces.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Lambskin covers work best on smooth surfaces and with solvent based paints.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Water based paints on smoother surfaces are best applied with a 5-10mm nap.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Most solvent paints are used on smooth surfaces so a 5-6mm nap is recommended.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : A long nap is best used for semi smooth to rough surfaces and painting large areas.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Generally, the smoother the surface, the shorter the nap (length of the pile).

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Choose a roller that will cover a large area as quickly as possible. Tradespeople recommend a 270mm roller.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : To avoid lap lines, paint the surface in overlapping blocks (approx. one metre square). If you work quickly, this will blend the edges together. For glossy paints, paint in smaller blocks as lap lines […]

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : For solvent based paints, lay off from floor to ceiling. For water based paints lay off from ceiling to floor. If painting the ceiling, lay off towards the light source.

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : When the roller is almost dry and the paint is distributed, go back over the area with long, vertical strokes for an even finish. This is called "laying off".

Tip: Main > Household > Maintenance & repair > Painting > Rollers : Start with diagonal or zigzag strokes to transfer the paint onto the wall or surface.