| How to Put an eBook on an iPad Posted: 11 May 2021 05:00 PM PDT Owning an iPad allows you to take your books with you and read them anywhere as eBooks. However, eBooks come in a variety of formats that might require you to use different applications in order to view and read them. eBooks can be read using Apple Books, or Amazon Kindle. You can also read books on iPad as a PDF. This wikiHow teaches you how to download and read eBooks on your iPad. [Edit]Using Apple Books - Open Apple Books. It has an orange icon with an image that resembles a book. Tap the icon to open Apple Books.
- Tap . It's the tab in the lower-right corner. It has an icon that resembles a magnifying glass. This allows you to search for books by name.
- Alternatively, you can tap Book Store to browse books.
- Enter the name of a book or an author in the search bar and tap . The search button is on the keyboard on the right. This displays a list of books that match your search criteria.
- Tap a book you want to purchase. This displays the book's information page.
- Tap . It has the price next to it. This displays the App Store checkout pop-up.
- Enter your password, Face ID, or Touch ID. If you have Face ID enabled, hold the iPad up so the camera can view your eyes. If you have Touch ID enabled, place your finger over the Home button. If prompted to enter your password, enter your password to authenticate your account. This completes your purchase and downloads the book to your iPad.
- Tap the tab. This is where you can access the books you have purchased and downloaded.
- If you purchased an audiobook, tap the Audiobook tab instead.
- Tap a book. This opens the book. You can turn the pages by swiping left and right. To return to the Library, tap the center of the book. Then tap the back arrow in the upper-left corner.
- Apple Books also supports other eBook formats such as PDF and EPUB files that do not have a DRM lock on them. You can transfer these files to your iPad by sending them via email or uploading them to iCloud and retrieving them from your iCloud account. Apple Books does not support Kindle file formats, such as ".mobi", ".azw", or ".azw3" formats. However, you can read Kindle file formats using the Kindle app.[1]
[Edit]Using Kindle App - Download and install Kindle. If you have an Amazon account, you can purchase and download eBooks from the Amazon website and read them in the Kindle app. Use the following steps to download and install Kindle:
- Open the App Store.
- Tap the Search tab.
- Type "Kindle" in the search bar.
- Tao Search on the keyboard.
- Tap GET next to Kindle.
- Go to https://www.amazon.com/ in a web browser. Before you can access eBooks from the Kindle app, you need to purchase them from the Amazon website. You cannot purchase eBooks from within the Kindle app. Visit Amazon.com from any web browser on your iPad, or another device.
- If you are not logged into Amazon on the web browser, tap Hello, sign in in the upper-right corner and sign in with the email address and password associated with your Amazon account. Then tap Sign In.
- Tap . It's in the upper-right corner of the Amazon home page. This displays the menu.
- Tap . It's below the "Digital Content & Devices" header in the menu.
- Tap . It's below the header that says "Kindle Store" in the menu to the left.
- Type in the title or author of your book in the search bar and tap . The search bar is at the top of the page. This displays a list of books that match your search criteria.
- Tap a book you want to buy. This displays the information page for the book.
- Tap . It's the orange button to the left. This will purchase the book with the credit card you have on file. The book will be automatically delivered to your Kindle library.
- Alternatively, tap the drop-down menu below the "Buy now with 1-click" to select which device to deliver the book to.
- Open the Kindle app on your iPad. It has a blue icon with the silhouette of a person reading a book. Tap the Kindle icon to open Kindle.
- Tap . It's the second tab with an icon that resembles a book at the bottom of the Kindle app. This displays a list of books in your library.
- Tap a book you want to read. If the book has not been downloaded to your iPad, it will start downloading. Tap it again to open it again once it finishes downloading to read the book. Swipe left and right to turn the pages. To return to your library, tap the center of the book. Then tap the back arrow in the upper-right corner.
- You can transfer Kindle eBook file formats (i.g, ".mobi", ".awz", ".awz3") to your iPad using email or by uploading them to iCloud.
- The Kindle app does not support EPUB format.
[Edit]eBooks In PDF Format - Go to a PDF book website in a web browser. There are lots of websites that allow you to read classic public-domain books for free from your web browser. You can view these sites in Google Chrome or any other web browser. Some PDF book sites include the following:[2]
- Enter the name or title of a book in the search bar. This displays a list of books that match your search criteria.
- Alternatively, many websites allow you to browse books on their web page.
- Tap the option to download the book or read it online. If you download a PDF, you can find it in your Files app. It has an icon that resembles a blue folder. If you read it online, you can tap the arrow icon to the left and right side of the book to turn the pages as you read in your web browser.
- Some websites may require you to register an account with the website before you can download or read the book online.
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| How to Relax Before a Final Exam in College Posted: 11 May 2021 09:00 AM PDT The end of the semester is on the horizon, and your upcoming exam date looms closer and closer. Staying calm and relaxed before your test may seem like a tall order, but it's not as impossible as you may think. While you can't predict what questions will be on your exam, you can change your attitude, habits, and mindset. We've put together lots of tips and tricks to help you stay calm and collected before the big day arrives. [Edit]Try progression muscle relaxation. - Tighten and relax your muscle groups one at a time. Take a deep breath, and clench your hands for up to 10 seconds. Then, relax for about 10 to 20 seconds. Repeat this process with your other muscle groups, moving to your wrists and forearms, biceps and upper arms, shoulders, forehead, eyes and nose, cheeks and jaws, mouth, back of neck, front of neck, chest, back, stomach, hips and butt, thighs, and lower legs.[1]
[Edit]Meditate mindfully. - Mindfulness meditation helps you focus on the present. Find a comfortable place to just sit and breathe. As you meditate, focus on the current moment instead of worrying about your exam.[2]
- Some people find that repeating a prayer or mantra can be soothing, too.
[Edit]Do relaxing yoga poses. - The lotus pose is an easy, relaxing way to center yourself. Find a flat, open area where you can sit comfortably. Then, fold your legs inward, arranging your left foot on top of your right thigh and your right ankle over your left thigh. Take several deep breaths, and then switch your legs around.[3]
- Reclined eagle, eye-of-the-needle, and cow face are some other relaxing poses you can try.
[Edit]Get some exercise. - Exercise pumps you full of feel-good hormones. If you're stressing the night before an exam, take a break and go for a walk, jog, or other type of workout. Any kind of physical activity will help boost your endorphins and also balance out your stress hormones, like cortisol and adrenaline.[4]
- You might stop by the gym, or take a brisk walk around campus.
[Edit]Try aromatherapy. - Lavender essential oil might help you feel less anxious. Use a traditional diffuser, or infuse aromatherapy necklaces, keychains, and bracelets with the oil. You can also try aromatherapy through body oil, or with an aroma stick.[5]
- Aroma sticks are also known as essential oil inhalers. You can find this and other aromatherapy accessories online, or from specialty stores.
- Lemon, bergamot, ylang ylang, clary sage, and jasmine oils are other great options for stress relief.[6]
[Edit]Breathe deeply. - Belly breathing is a quick, easy way to relax. Sit or lie down, placing your left hand on your stomach and your right hand over your heart. Breathe deeply through your nose, pushing your left hand forward with your stomach. Then, exhale through puckered lips, feeling your left hand sink inward with your stomach. Repeat this technique at least 3 times, and see if you feel any differently.[7]
[Edit]Sip some chamomile tea. - Chamomile helps lower stress and boosts relaxation. The night before your test, enjoy a cup of chamomile tea before getting ready for bed.[8] If you're having trouble getting to sleep, ashwagandha or valerian root tea might also help.[9]
[Edit]Think positive thoughts. - Pretend you're talking to a friend when you think about the exam. You wouldn't tell a friend that they didn't study enough, or that they're going to fail, right? Embrace that kind, encouraging, and empathetic tone and apply it to yourself when you feel some pre-test nerves coming on.[10]
- "I've done everything I can to prepare for this test" or "All I can do is try my best" are some examples of helpful, positive thoughts.
[Edit]Picture a good outcome. - Don't picture any worst-case scenarios. Chances are, you aren't going to flunk out of school or get a failing grade on your test. Instead, think about all the positive things that could happen! Picture yourself getting a great grade on your exam, or reaching a specific GPA by the end of the semester.[11]
- For example, you might hang up a test with high marks in your room, so you can really visualize your goal.
[Edit]Set multiple alarms. - Don't stress about oversleeping your exam. Instead, set multiple alarms in your phone or alarm clock, so you're ready to face the day with plenty of time to spare.[12] You might set your alarms 15 minutes apart, or even 5 minutes apart, if you're feeling ambitious.
[Edit]Get lots of rest. - Get at least 7 hours of sleep each night during your final exam week. Don't pull any all-nighters to sneak in some last-minute studying; instead, aim to get around 7-9 hours of sleep each night.[13]This way, you'll be well-rested and alert when your exam date rolls around. Plus, a good night's sleep makes it much easier to handle and cope with any last-minute exam nerves.[14]
[Edit]Eat breakfast. - Snack on protein-rich foods and whole grains before your test. According to health experts, foods like muesli, whole rolled porridge oats, and a slice or 2 of whole-grain bread are great breakfast options. Add some yogurt, milk, or eggs into the mix as well—these protein-rich foods will help you stay full and satisfied throughout your exam.[15]
- You might enjoy some scrambled eggs on toast, or a cup of yogurt with fruit sliced overtop.[16]
- A bowl of oatmeal with sliced fruit and nuts is a great option, as well as a smoked salmon omelette.
[Edit]Arrive early and keep to yourself. - Give yourself time to move around and find a seat. Feel free to stretch your legs and move around, but try not to chat with other test-takers. Comparing notes with other students might make you feel even more nervous before the test.[17]
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| How to Cope Crown Molding Posted: 11 May 2021 01:00 AM PDT Adding crown molding to your wall is sure to give any room that upscale look. If you're installing molding yourself, coping it is a great way to create smooth, tight inside corners without any gaps. Coping your crown molding isn't tough, and it should only take you 5 to 10 minutes per board. Grab your coping saw and pencil to get started! [Edit]What is coping? - It's cutting the molding's profile to fit the pieces snugly together. Unless your walls are exactly 90-degree angles in each corner, miter cuts might not be tight enough to fit your molding together perfectly. A coping cut removes the excess wood behind the edge of the miter cut to butt the pieces up together.[1]
- A miter cut is an angled cut that you'd normally use for corner pieces of molding. While a miter cut is usually fine for corners that are perfect 90-degree angles, they often aren't enough to snugly fit molding pieces together.
[Edit]Is it better to cope crown molding? - Yes, coping helps smooth out the corners of molding. Oftentimes, simply using a square cut or a miter cut will cause the molding to bump up against each other, which doesn't look very good. On corner pieces, it's best to cope crown molding before installing.[2]
- If you just use miter cuts, you may have to end up filling your molding, which doesn't look as smooth.
[Edit]Do you need to make a miter cut before coping? - Yes, you need to miter cut the end of your crown molding first. Bring your molding over to your miter saw and flip it upside down with the part that touches the ceiling facing you. Adjust the molding so it sits at the same angle it sits on your wall (this is usually close to 45-degrees from the saw fence). Use the miter saw to cut a 45-degree angle into the very end of the molding.[3]
[Edit]What's the best way to cope crown molding? - Darken the edge of the miter cut with a pencil. Hold the piece of molding with the front facing you and grab a pencil. Gently rub the pencil on the very top edge of your miter cut to create a guideline.[4]
- Undercut the edge of the molding with a coping saw. Place the molding on a table or countertop and let the miter cut edge hang off the end. Hold the molding in one hand and grab your coping saw in the other. Carefully cut down the darkened edge at a 45-degree angle to the molding, scooping out the wood behind the edge that you drew on, but leaving the front part of the molding intact. Go slowly and carefully, and try to follow the curves of the molding as you go. Molding that has been coped looks completely normal from the front, but it has a wide section of wood missing from the back.[5]
- Sand the edges of the cut before installing. Use 100-grit sandpaper to gently smooth down the edges of the cut you just made. This is an important step for the overall look of your molding, so don't skip it![6]
- When you're working with 2 corner pieces of molding, you only need to cope 1 of them.
[Edit]Can you cope crown molding with an angle grinder? - Yes you can, although it takes some precision. If you don't have a coping saw, place your crown molding on the edge of a table or workbench. Hold your angle grinder in one hand and keep the molding steady with the other. With the angle grinder at a 45-degree angle to the edge of the molding, gently press in and undercut the edge, but don't touch the front of the molding. Take off about of wood from the profile of the molding, leaving the front edge intact.[7]
- As you encounter bends and curves in the molding, tilt your angle grinder to accommodate the wood.
[Edit]How do you install coped crown molding? - Install the square cut or miter cut molding first. Whichever piece of molding you didn't cope is the one you want to put up first. Use a nail gun to attach the molding to the wall, spacing your nails about apart. Then, double check that your coped piece fits snugly against the piece you just installed.[8]
- Butt the coped molding up against the square-cut molding. Gently push the coped molding up against the square cut or miter cut you already installed. Use your nail gun again to attach the molding to the wall, spacing them about apart.[9]
[Edit]What do you use to fill gaps in crown molding? - Use a latex caulk. If your edges aren't perfect, grab a bottle of latex caulk and gently squeeze it into any gaps in your molding. Smooth it out with your fingers, then wait for it to dry. If there are any lumps or bumps, use sandpaper to grind them down and make everything flush.[10]
- While using caulk is totally fine, crown molding usually looks better if the wood is flush without any gaps. Try using caulk as a last resort.
- Cut practice copes on a scrap piece of molding first to help eliminate mistakes and the need to fix them.
- Use a fine blade in your coping saw to reduce the need for filing or sanding.
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