| How to Change Your Shipping Address on Amazon on Android Posted: 29 Dec 2017 04:00 PM PST This wikiHow teaches you how to change your shipping address using the Amazon app for Android phones. Edit10 Second Summary 1. Open Amazon Shopping.
2. Tap ☰
3. Tap Your Account.
4. Tap Manage address book.
5. Tap Edit under the old address.
6. Enter a new address.
7. Tap Save Changes.
- Open Amazon Shopping. It's a white app with a blue shopping cart and the Amazon logo.
- Tap . It's the three-lined icon in the top-left corner of the screen. This opens the side menu.
- Tap . It's the fourth option from the top.
- Tap . It's the second option in the Account Settings section.
- Tap under "Personal Address". Tap the gray "Edit" button under the personal address you want to change.
- Enter a new address. Tap the drop-down menu at the top to select a country, then tap any of the address lines below to enter a new the new address information.
- Tap . It's the yellow button at the bottom of the page. This saves the new address to your Amazon account.
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| How to Password Protect a Microsoft Word Document Posted: 29 Dec 2017 08:00 AM PST This wikiHow teaches you how to lock a Microsoft Word document with a password. You can do this on both Windows and Mac versions of Microsoft Word, though you cannot password-protect a document from within OneDrive. EditOn Windows - Open your Microsoft Word document. Double-click the Word document that you want to protect with a password. The document will open in Microsoft Word.
- If you haven't yet created the document: open Microsoft Word, click Blank document, and create your document before continuing.
- Click . It's a tab in the upper-left corner of the Word window. Doing so will open the File menu.
- Click the tab. You'll find this at the top of the column of options that's on the far-left side of the window.
- If nothing happens when you click Info, you're already on the Info tab.
- Click . It's a lock icon below the document's name near the top of the page. A drop-down menu will appear.
- Click . This option is near the top of the drop-down menu. Clicking it prompts a window to open.
- Enter a password. Type the password that you want to use into the "Password" text field in the middle of the window.
- Click . It's at the bottom of the pop-up window.
- Re-enter the password, then click . This will confirm your password choice. Once you close the document, no one will be able to re-open it without typing in the password.
- You can still delete the document without opening it or entering the password.
- Open your Microsoft Word document. Double-click the Word document that you want to protect with a password. The document will open in Microsoft Word.
- If you haven't yet created the document, open Microsoft Word and create your document before continuing.
- Click . This tab is at the top of the Microsoft Word window. Clicking Review prompts a toolbar to appear below the row of tabs at the top of the window.[1]
- Click . It's a lock-shaped icon on the far-right side of the toolbar. A pop-up window will appear.
- Enter a password. Type a password into the "Password" field at the top of the window. This will prevent people from being able to open the document without first entering the password.
- If you want to prevent people from modifying the document, type a password into the bottom text field on this window.
- Click . It's at the bottom of the pop-up window.
- Re-enter your password(s), then click . This will confirm your password choice. Once you close the document, no one will be able to re-open it without typing in the password.
- If you choose to add a password for both opening and modifying a document on Mac, make sure that you use a different password for each option.
- If you forget your password, you won't be able to recover the document.
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| How to Replace a Toilet Flapper Posted: 29 Dec 2017 12:00 AM PST A running toilet isn't just a minor annoyance—all that wasted water trickling down the drain might as well be your hard-earned money. That's why it's so important to replace your toilet's flapper as soon as it fails. Start by shutting off the water to the toilet and draining the tank to access the flushing mechanism. Remove the flapper from its seat on the overflow valve and discard it, then fit a new one in its place. Secure the new flapper on the valve and adjust the chain to the appropriate length to ensure a proper seal. You can then say goodbye to slow leaks and phantom flushes. EditRemoving the Old Flapper - Turn off the water to your toilet. Before you can replace a faulty flush valve seal, you'll need to stop the flow of water to the tank. Locate the shutoff valve on the lower part of the wall behind or beside the toilet. Turn the dial clockwise until it stops moving.[1]
- You may still hear a trickling sound after shutting off the water. This is the stored water escaping from the tank, not fresh water being pumped in.
- If you're unable to find a shutoff valve in your bathroom, you may have to disable the water to the house.[2]
- Empty the tank. Lift off the toilet tank lid and set it aside carefully. Then, flush the toilet. This will drain the water in the tank, allowing you to work unobstructed.
- Note the movement of the flapper when you flush the toilet. It will tell you whether the problem is a weak seal or something more innocuous, like a chain that's pulled too tight.
- A functioning flapper will raise and lower smoothly and settle back over the flush valve without creating gaps.
- Disconnect the bad flapper valve. The flapper is a large semicircular sheet of rubber that sits over the hole that releases the water from the tank into the toilet. It connects in 2 places—the tiny pegs on either side of the tubular overflow valve and a chain attached to the toilet handle lever. Unclip the chain first, then pull the edges of the flapper free from the pegs to remove it.[3]
- Be careful when taking out the flapper. Prolonged exposure to hard water can make the submerged components brittle, which could cause them to break into pieces if you handle them too roughly.
EditInstalling the New Flapper - Purchase a new flush valve seal. Bring the old flapper with you when shopping for a new one. That way, you'll be able to compare different styles to find one with the appropriate specifications. Make sure the new flapper is the right size to cover your toilet's flush valve and uses the same points of connection.[4]
- Toilet flappers come in different sizes, designs, and materials. Your best bet for a home bathroom is a standard rubber flapper, which offers a little bit of flex to provide a secure seal.[5]
- If you have any questions regarding toilet flappers or their function, don't hesitate to ask one of the home improvement specialists on staff for assistance.
- Connect the new flapper to the flush valve. Slide the holes on either side of the rubber seal over the pegs on the valve, then clip the lift chain to the lower end of the toilet handle lever. Lower the flapper to confirm that it sits squarely over the flush valve and provides total coverage.[6]
- Double check that each of the connection sites is secure so the flapper doesn't accidentally come loose after a few flushes.
- Adjust the chain length. There should be enough tension in the chain connecting the flapper to the toilet handle lever to open the valve easily when the toilet is flushed, but not so much that it pulls or weakens the seal. Give the handle a push and see how the action feels. You may need to change the position of the chain a few times to get a perfect flush.[7]
- A good rule of thumb is that the ring on the end of the lift chain should be touching or hovering just above the bottom of the tank.[8]
- Keep in mind that more force will be required to depress the handle when the tank is full. Right now, you're just feeling for a comfortable range of motion.
- Test out the new flapper. Turn the water shutoff valve counterclockwise to restore the water and refill the tank. Wait a few moments for the water level to rise well above the flush valve, then press the handle. The toilet should flush forcefully and immediately, and refill within about 30-45 seconds.[9]
- Listen for the faint sound of running water between flushes to know whether the new flapper did the trick.
- Don't forget to replace the toilet tank lid when you're satisfied with the toilet's performance.
EditKeeping Your Toilet's Flapper in Good Working Condition - Replace your toilet flapper at the first sign of failure. In order to avoid throwing away money, it's a good idea to stop running toilets and resolve other water flow issues as soon as you notice them. More often than not, there will be a simple and inexpensive fix, so there's really no reason not to take care of it right away. You'll be glad you did when you get your next utility bill.
- Some tell-tale signs of a failing flapper are a soft hissing sound (this is the tank refilling itself constantly), low flushing power, or rippling water in the bowl. You may also have to jiggle the handle to get the toilet to stop running after flushing.[10]
- Be prepared to change out your toilet flapper every 2-3 years, or more frequently as needed.
- Take a look at the valve seal seat. Sometimes, it's not the flapper itself that's to blame for a running toilet, but the circular lip on which it sits. If your toilet's valve seal seat appears to be worn, split, or peeling, it may be necessary to put in a new one along with the flapper. A seat will help the flapper form a tighter seal and prevent unnecessary water loss.[11]
- Look for a valve seal repair kit at your local home improvement store. One of these kits will contain a flexible replacement seat that can fitted over the old one using waterproof adhesive.[12]
- Don't underestimate the importance of a working valve seal seat. Without it, your new flapper won't work properly, and your toilet will still be prone to leaks.
- Hire a professional for difficult repairs. If you've done everything you know to do to correct a slow leak and you're still at a loss as to the cause, call in a plumber. They're specially trained to diagnose and deal with water-related complications that prove baffling to the average homeowner. It shouldn't cost more than about $50 to retain the services of a qualified plumber, even if they end up having to install a brand new flush valve.[13]
- A thorough inspection eye may even turn up more serious problems that you wouldn't have caught yourself.
- Whatever you pay out of pocket will be worth it if it means dodging more extensive repairs plumbing repairs later on.
- If you suspect your toilet might be leaking but you're not sure, you can test it by putting a few drops of food coloring in the tank and checking back in the morning. If the water in the bowl has changed colors, you most likely need a new flapper.
- Get in the habit of inspecting and replacing the flushing mechanisms of each toilet in your home regularly to catch potential water flow issues.
- Always wash your hands with soap and water anytime you've been working in or around the toilet.
- Some newer types of toilets (such as dual flush or low-flow models) are outfitted with different flushing mechanisms, and may not use a traditional flapper at all. These parts will need to be repaired or replaced according to the manufacturer's suggestions.
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