Computer Help for Seniors

How do I delete files on the computer? Drag the icon to the trash  Do I need to worry about deleting them? Depends on how much storage space you have. On a computer you probably don't need to worry. On your iOS device you should delete it if you don't need it. How can I check how much storage I have on my iOS device? 1.open settings 2.tap general 3.tap storage and usage Note try to keep at least 3gb of storage space available  Tap manage storage to view the different apps and the amount of storage they are using. How can I setup my text messages to automatically delete old messages? 1.open settings 2.tap messages 3.tap automatically delete after 30 days or 1 year Keep in mind that will also delete any photos sent to you via text How can I save a photo sent to me in a text? 1.find the photo 2.tap on the photo 3.tap the arrow pointing out of the box 4.choose save image to save the picture to your photo stream

Macintosh Notes 4-18-17 iCloud Drive Cloud storage provided by Apple, only 5GB is free. When do I need to use the iCloud Drive? Backup your files, because you are not using Time Machine Sharing files with my computer and iOS device Turn on iCloud Drive Apple menu System Preferences Open iCloud Check iCloud Drive Choose what to store on the iCloud Drive **You might not want to store your documents on the iCloud drive if you have a backup already** IMPORTANT!!! If you are backing up your documents to the iCloud drive and you no longer want to, be aware of the prompts that ask you to copy your folders and data to the computer. Choose YES! How can I be sure I see the same photos on my iOS device and my computer via the Photos app? Setup matching Photo syncing/storage options Open iCloud Click options beside photos Notice if iCloud Photo Storage is checked or PhotoStream Be sure your computer is syncing with any iOS devices by comparing the active blue check marks. Wha

iOS notes 4/11/17 Connecting to WiFi Go to settings Push wifi Choose the wifi connection to connect too What is the difference between 5 and regular/2.4 2.4 or regular has a stronger more reliable signal but is slower 5 has a signal that is not as strong but the speed is faster How can I forget a wifi network that I accidentally connected to that my device jumps to. Open wifi in settings Find the name of the connection you want to remove/forget Tap the i Choose "forget this network" Taking a screenshot, photo of what is on your device Hold down the power button Press the round home button The screenshot appears in the photos app Updating your operating system is okay just be sure you know your Apple ID password and when the update completes choose more options below to avoid enrolling in a service from apple you don't need. What is 2 factor authentication? When you access your Apple ID account you will be pro

PC Notes for 4-4-17 Using Google Search for how to download the Bing Desktop (a free daily changing background image for your desktop) 1. Go to Google.com 2. Type in the search "download bing desktop" 3. Click the link from bing.com 4. Click download now 5. Choose to Save or Run the file and double click on the completed download to install the program/Bing Desktop 6. You will be prompted to click next, and agree to any terms 7. Upon completion your Bing desktop will be displayed Understanding your Google Search results **Remember to always look at the green source (i.e. www.bing.com/explore/desktop , not https://bing-desktop.en.softonic.com) of the content not just the blue title** 2 Steps to Download and Install 1. Download 2. Double the file and Install the program followed by next, next…. Where is the file I downloaded? Open the downloads folder. Click on any folder and look for a folder titled download on the left or on the top of th