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How to Reply to a Funny Text Message

Posted: 28 Apr 2022 05:00 PM PDT

If you just got a funny text, you might be cracking up, looking for a comeback, or simply a little confused about how to respond. There are so many different ways to reply to a funny text, and what you choose really depends on how you feel about the message. If you're trying to figure out a good reply, this article is here to help. Read on for a complete list of responses to all the different funny texts you might receive.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Responding to a Funny Text

  1. I can't stop laughing! Everyone loves to hear that they're funny. If you're dying laughing because of a text, go ahead and let that person know. Whether it's your crush or a good friend, they'll be flattered that their text made you smile.
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    • "OMG stop. You're hilarious."
    • "I'm speechless. You are so funny!"
  2. LOL. You might have laughed out loud at someone's text, but not have much to say in response. In that case, any variation of "LOL" will do the trick. If the text was super hilarious, try using all caps or adding extra "hahas."
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    • "HAHA"
    • "Hahahaha"
  3. πŸ˜‚, 🀣, or 😹. Emojis are excellent for making a conversation a little more playful. To show this person that their text made you smile, respond with a few emojis. They'll be happy to see that their funny text did the trick.[1]
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    • "LMAO! πŸ˜‚"
    • "Omg so funny. 🀣"
  4. Cute AND funny! Flirty banter and funny texts are a great way to build chemistry. If you'd like to show this person that you're interested, send them a flirty complement or playfully tease them.[2]
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    • "You're killing me! Have you considered a career in standup? 🀣"
    • "You're like the funniest person I've ever met. Got any other secret talents?"
  5. Send a meme. Memes are a way to appeal to this person's specific sense of humor. If a friend or someone you're crushing on is making you laugh, you probably want to return the favor. To send a funny response of your own, try a meme. It'll save you from having to think of your own witty response, and it'll likely make them smile.[3]
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    • Find hilarious memes on Instagram, Tumblr, Twitter, and other sites online. Look for memes that relate to your friend's unique interests and sense of humor. You might even try something that relates to the joke your friend told.
    • Let's say your friend is joking about your sign in astrology. Send over a funny astrology meme about their sign in return.
  6. Send a GIF. A GIF can convey how you're feeling visually. If a text was truly funny, you might feel like words don't fully express your reaction. Try sending over a funny reaction GIF. It'll likely make your friend crack up in response.
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    • Look for GIFS on giphy.com or other sites online.
    • Find GIFS that express your reaction to their joke. If you're cracking up at what your friend said, try a reaction GIF of a TV character laughing hysterically.

[Edit]Replying to "Haha" or Emojis

  1. Change the subject. If you want to keep talking but don't know what to say, steer the conversation in a new direction. Fill them in on something interesting going on in your life or ask them a question.
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    • "How was your weekend?"
    • "I just watched a movie that I think you would really like!"
    • "What've you been up this week?"
  2. Wait to respond and start a new conversation later on. If someone texted you "haha," you don't have to reply. If you've just had a funny text exchange, someone might respond with "Lol" or "Haha" to show that they're cracking up. It's okay to let this be the end of the conversation.
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    • Texting when you don't have anything to say might make your conversation fizzle out. It's best to hold off on replying until you've got something you want to share with them.

[Edit]Responding to the Wrong Number

  1. I think you may have the wrong number. A simple text informing them of the mistake is fine. Everyone gets texts from the wrong number sometimes (and they can sometimes be unintentionally hilarious). To clear up any misunderstanding, tell the person that they texted you by mistake.
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    • "Woops, I think you meant to send this to someone else."
    • "Wrong number."
  2. Prank the person. It might be an opportunity to make this person's day. Keep your prank light and humorous. You don't know this person, so a more serious or involved prank might upset them.[4]
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    • Text them a picture of your cat (or a cat picture you found on the internet). If they respond, keep sending cat pictures. Then, let them know they've got the wrong number.
    • Tell them that they've got the wrong number, but respond to their message anyway. Try, "I agree, macaroni and cheese sounds great for dinner. BTW, I think you have the wrong number."
    • Respond with song lyrics. For this prank to work best, pick a super popular song, like "Umbrella" by Rihanna or "Call Me Maybe" by Carly Rae Jepsen. If they don't get it after a few texts, inform them that they texted you by mistake.

[Edit]Responding to a Text that Made You Uncomfortable

  1. I don't like that kind of humor. If this "funny" text offended you, you're welcome to let them know. Perhaps your friend texted you something inappropriate or someone on a dating app made a joke that really didn't land. You're welcome to let them know that you didn't appreciate the message.[5]
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    • "I'm not a fan of that joke. Please don't text me offensive messages like this."
    • "I don't appreciate disrespectful jokes. Please unmatch me."
  2. Refrain from replying if the text made you uncomfortable. If you got a weird text, you don't have to respond. Perhaps you got a text from the wrong number that makes you uneasy or someone on a dating app sent you a strange message. If the text makes you feel unsafe, you don't owe them a response. Simply let the text go unanswered.
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    • If the person who sent you a text from the wrong number keeps texting you, consider blocking the number.
    • When someone sends you inappropriate messages on a dating app, you can unmatch them. If they're harassing you or sending you threatening messages, you can also report them.[6]

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How to Make Mayonnaise

Posted: 28 Apr 2022 09:00 AM PDT

Mayonnaise has become so over-processed that most of us can't imagine it being made from scratch. But it can be done. Homemade mayonnaise is tastier, healthier, and more rewarding than store-bought mayonnaise, and once you get the knack of it, making mayonnaise is a snap.


[Edit]Ingredients

Method 1:

  • 3 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1-1/2 cups vegetable oil

Method 2:
Makes about 1 3/4 cups

  • 3 egg yolks, room temperature
  • Pinch dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 310ml/10 fl oz/ 1 1/4 cups olive oil, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon tarragon vinegar

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]White wine vinegar mayonnaise

  1. Separate the eggs, putting only the yolks in a mixing bowl.[1]

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  2. Add vinegar, lemon juice and water.

  3. Optional; heat the mixture in a double boiler to a temperature of 150ΒΊ (65.6C). This will take about 1 minute. Stir constantly and keep a close eye on the temperature. Many people don't bother with heating, but it's essential to minimize the risk of food poisoning (salmonella - see Warnings).

  4. Remove the mixture from heat and cool to room temperature.

  5. Add dry mustard, salt, and cayenne pepper.

  6. Using a whisk or a standing or electric mixer,or a food processor (which works the best), mix the ingredients together.[2]

  7. Slowly, very slowly, teaspoon by teaspoon at first, whisk in an oil that you don't mind tasting (extra virgin olive oil, or peanut or grape seed,or corn oil, rather than an old, super-cheap container of canola you haven't touched in years).

    • If using a stand-alone mixer, pour the oil in drop by drop.
    • If using a hand-held or electric whisk, it might be helpful to have someone pour for you, or at least to have something holding your mixing bowl steady as you whisk.
  8. Continue adding oil bit by bit until the mayonnaise has reached the proper consistency. This may take up to a half a cup of oil per yolk. If the mayonnaise remains soupy, give it a chance to rest.[3] If in resting the oil and yolk seem to separate, the mayonnaise has broken. See Tips.

  9. Store mayonnaise sealed in the refrigerator for up to three days. It contains raw eggs, so while it is quite unlikely that keeping it for longer will prove detrimental to your health, you shouldn't tempt fate.

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[Edit]Tarragon vinegar mayonnaise

  1. Pour the egg yolks into a bowl. Add mustard and salt. Mix to combine.[4]

  2. Add the olive oil gradually. Add drop by drop, stirring constantly. Make sure that each oil drop has been properly absorbed before adding the next drop. Once you notice the egg yolks thickening, the oil can be added in a thin stream. However, do not add the last third of oil until next.

  3. Add the tarragon vinegar. Add it drop by drop and alternate with the remaining third of the oil. Continue until the vinegar has been added.

  4. Pour in any remaining oil. Once again, do this slowly and by drops. Stir constantly.

  5. Pour the mayonnaise into a suitable container. Cover and refrigerate.

    • The mayonnaise can be stored for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Do not leave out for more than an hour during use, especially in hot weather.

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[Edit]Tips

  • Use the freshest eggs available (backyard chickens, anyone?), since the lecithin in the egg yolk is what emulsifies the oil, keeping the product smooth and creamy.[5]
  • Those who are unable to have vinegar for any reason, or who otherwise wish to, for reasons of taste etc, can use plain, store bought citric acid crystals dissolved in water in place of the lemon juice and/or vinegar. (Citric acid is one of the main components of lemon juice.) This has the additional advantage of preserving the final mayonnaise better, as the citric acid also acts as a preservative. Note that it is important the amount of liquid mentioned in the recipe be maintained - the recipe mentions 6 tablespoons of liquid, two each of vinegar, lemon juice and water. The amount of water added to the citric acid should therefore be at least 6 tablespoons and preferably a bit more. The amount of citric acid used varies depending upon the brand of citric used, and the taste of the maker, but is usually between 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon(s). In countries that do not have a wine making tradition, store bought vinegar is nothing more than diluted industrial acetic acid. This should be avoided at all costs.
  • For a healthier alternative, try egg white mayonnaise.[6]
  • To recover a broken mayonnaise:[7]

    • Place another yolk in another bowl and slowly whisk the old into the new.
    • Pour some vinegar down the side of the bowl and slowly work the mayonnaise back together, quickly whisking the oil and egg near the vinegar into the vinegar, and then bit by bit whisking the rest of the egg and oil into this. This is more difficult than the other method.
    • Place a teaspoon of water into another bowl and then add the broken mayonnaise drop by drop into the water while whisking, just like you added the oil to the egg yolks before. When you have incorporated all of the broken mayonnaise into the water, slowly add the remaining oil (if any) while whisking, just like before
  • If olive oil is used, the mayonnaise should be used at once. When refrigerated, it will crystallize or solidify. Olive oil makes a very fruity mayonnaise.
  • Make sure that all oil is fully incorporated into the mayonnaise before adding more. If you rush the process, the mayonnaise will "break," and the emulsion will release all its fat to become a useless pile of oil and egg yolk.
  • Using a hand-held immersion blender makes this task very easy. Crack the eggs in the container you plan to use to store the mayonnaise--a clean generic salsa jar works perfectly. Add the vinegar, mustard, lemon juice, oil, and seasonings. Plunge the immersion blender into the container, then turn on high. The bottom of the mixture will turn instantly into mayonnaise. While the immersion blender is still running, very slowly lift up the blender to incorporate all of the oil.
  • Using organic, free-range eggs reduces (but does not eliminate) the likelihood of salmonella poisoning. This is because the more space the chickens have, the lower the chances of salmonella contamination.[8]
  • To ensure you are adding the oil slowly enough, put the oil into a "squeeze bottle" (like those used for mustard or ketchup, with a narrow nozzle) and squeeze it from that into the mixture. As a guideline to tell if you're doing it slowly enough, it should take at least a minute to add all the oil this way.
  • Some grocers and specialty food shops sell "sterile" (free of food-borne bacteria), pre-separated egg whites and yolks.

[Edit]Warnings

  • Because you are using raw egg yolk, care should be taken to avoid food poisoning from Salmonella.[9] Don't alter the proportions of ingredients unless they are listed as optional, because the acidity is there for a reason--food safety.[10] The recipe presented here is based on U.S. Food and Drug Administration guidelines (see External Links).
  • Pregnant women are advised not to eat 'real' mayonnaise due to the aforementioned Salmonella risk from the raw eggs.[11]

[Edit]Things You'll Need

  • Bowl
  • Mixer (and or electric), whisk
  • Suitable storage container with lid

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How to Grow Bean Sprouts Indoors

Posted: 28 Apr 2022 01:00 AM PDT

Bean sprouts are crunchy, tasty, and nutritious, and they're grown by germinating legumes, such as soybeans and mung beans. Most grocery stores carry sprouts, which are often used in sandwiches, salads, stir fries, soups, and other dishes. But you can easily grow bean sprouts at home, and all you need are a few simple tools and some dried beans. You can actually sprout a variety of beans, peas, seeds, and legumes, and the trick is to rinse and drain the beans multiple times a day to keep them moist as they germinate.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Washing and Soaking the Beans

  1. Sterilize your jar. Mason jars are ideal for sprouting, but you can use any wide-mouthed glass or plastic jar. Wash the jar well in hot, soapy water to remove dirt, dust, and any pathogens or particles that might be hiding in the container. Dry the jar with a clean towel and set it aside.
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    • Growing sprouts can also lead to the growth of unwanted bacteria and fungi, which is why it's important to use sterilized equipment.
    • Always wash your hands before handling beans that you want to sprout.[1]
  2. Rinse the beans. Measure about ½ to ⅔ cup (100 to 133 g) of beans and transfer them to a clean bowl. Cover the beans with fresh water, and use your hands to swish the beans around. Transfer the beans to a colander to drain the water, and rinse them until the water runs clear. You can use just about any whole and dried bean, legume, or seed for sprouting, including[2]
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    • Chickpeas
    • Alfalfa
    • Adzuki beans
    • Mung beans
    • Lentils
    • Sunflower seeds
    • Quinoa
  3. Cover the beans with fresh water. Transfer the beans to the sanitized jar. Fill the jar the rest of the way with clean room temperature water. Place cheesecloth or a clean towel over the mouth of the jar, and secure it in place with an elastic. This will allow airflow and prevent dirt and particles from floating into the jar.
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    • For beans or legumes, fill the jar a quarter of the way with the bean of your choice. For seeds like alfalfa, use about 2 tablespoons (4 g) of seeds per mason jar. This will give the sprouts plenty of space to grow and allow air to circulate between the sprouts.[3]
  4. Leave the beans to soak overnight. Set the jar aside on the counter and let the beans soak for several hours. Very small grains like quinoa only need to be soaked for about three hours. Medium legumes like lentils only need to soak for about eight hours. Larger beans like kidney beans and chickpeas should soak for 12 hours.[4]
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    • As the bean soak, they'll absorb water and grow in size, and this will kick start the germination process.[5]

[Edit]Sprouting the Beans

  1. Drain and rinse the beans. When the beans have had enough time to soak and double in size, remove the cheesecloth and drain out the water. Cover the beans with fresh water and swirl them around gently to wash them. Drain the water and put the cheesecloth back over the mouth of the jar.[6]
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  2. Tip the mason jar. As the sprouts grow, you want to keep the jar at a 45-degree angle with the mouth of the jar facing down. This will allow excess moisture to drain out and air to circulate. You may have to prop the jar up against something to keep it at the right angle, or store it on a wire cooling or dish rack.
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    • While the beans have to remain moist to germinate, you don't want any excess water in the jar, because this could lead to mold and bacterial growth.[7]
  3. Store the jar in a shaded location. Place the jar full of beans somewhere that's room temperature and away from direct sunlight. You don't have to store the beans in the dark, but keep them out of the sun, otherwise they may start to cook.
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  4. Rinse the sprouts at least twice daily. As the sprouts grow, it's important to rinse them regularly to keep pathogens at bay and to keep the sprouts moist. Remove the cheesecloth, cover the sprouts with clean water, drain the sprouts, and cover the mouth with the cheesecloth again. Tilt the jar and return the sprouts to their growing location.
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    • You can rinse the sprouts as often as you like, but make sure to do it every eight to 12 hours at least, or as the beans dry out.[8]
  5. Let the sprouts grow for several days until they reach the desired length. Different beans and legumes will require different sprouting times, but the sprouts will be ready in two to six days. You can eat the sprouts as soon as they reach the same length as the original bean. You can also continue letting the sprouts grow for up to five or six days, until they reach a few inches (several centimeters) in length.[9]
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  6. Rinse the sprouts before eating. When the sprouts have reached the desired length, remove the cheesecloth and transfer the sprouts to a colander. Rinse them with clean water, and leave them to drip dry for a few minutes, or pat them dry with a clean towel.[10]
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  7. Enjoy your sprouts and store leftovers in the refrigerator. There are many ways that you can eat your sprouts, including cooking them or eating them raw. Sprouts also make a delicious snack all on their own. Wrap leftover sprouts in a piece of clean paper towel and transfer them to a freezer bag or airtight container.
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    • Sprouts will keep in the refrigerator for two to three days.[11]

[Edit]Using Fresh Sprouts

  1. Enjoy them raw in salads. Sprouts are delicious and packed with nutrients, and many people enjoy them raw. You can eat handfuls of sprouts on their own, or you can toss them into your favorites salads. Salads that go well with sprouts include:
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    • Garden salad
    • Cobb salad
    • Bean salad
  2. Eat them on a sandwich. Cheese, vegetable, and meat sandwiches can all benefit from a layer of fresh sprouts. Certain sprouts, such as alfalfa and broccoli, are particularly popular on sandwiches.[12] For a simple sandwich or wrap with sprouts, try:
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    • Mustard
    • Cheese
    • Lettuce
    • Tomato
    • Sprouts
    • Avocado
  3. Steam them. Steaming sprouts and other vegetables is a great way to cook them, because steaming preserves many of the nutrients. Smaller sprouts like lentils will be cooked in about five minutes, and larger ones like chickpeas will require about 15 minutes.
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    • Avoid cooking alfalfa, as it can become mushy.[13]
  4. Add them to stir fries. Another way to cook sprouts is stir frying, and you can add sprouts to a vegetable, meat, or fish stir fry.[14] To preserve the nutrients and texture of the sprouts, add them to the stir fry in the last five to 10 minutes of cooking.
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  5. Make a sprouted bean burger. Bean burgers are a delicious vegetarian alternative to meat burgers, and you can use any type of sprouted bean to make them.[15] Popular sprouts for making these burgers include:
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    • Red and black beans
    • Quinoa
    • Lentils
    • Chickpeas

[Edit]Warnings

  • Purchase beans from a reputable natural foods store. Beans sold in gardening packets are often chemically treated, so they should be avoided.
  • When sprouting alfalfa, place the seeds in a sunny location for a few hours. Then, rinse them in a bowl with tap water. Remove any dried hulls that float to the top.

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How to Get Ketchup Out of Clothes

Posted: 27 Apr 2022 05:00 PM PDT

Ketchup is a delicious condiment that can enhance the flavor of many meals. Unfortunately, it can also spill easily. Don't worry if you get a drop of ketchup on your favorite clothes, though. With some quick, diligent cleaning, you can get the stain out without leaving any trace of your condiment mishap!

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Treating a Stain Away from Home

  1. Remove as much of the spilled ketchup as possible. Use a napkin or absorbent paper towel to blot up the ketchup. You can also scrape the ketchup off with a spoon or the back of a butter knife if you have one handy.
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    • The easiest way to get rid of a ketchup stain is to treat it immediately. As soon as you notice the spill, wipe up all the excess ketchup that you can without spreading it over unstained areas of your clothes.[1]
    • Don't rub the spill because this can push the ketchup farther into the fibers of the clothes.[2]
  2. Saturate the stained area with water. As soon as possible, turn the article of clothing inside out and flush it out with cold water. You want the water to run over the stain from back to front so that you don't push the ketchup deeper into the fabric.[3]

    • If you aren't in a place where you can take off the article of clothing, saturate the stained area as much as possible while you're still wearing the clothes. If you can't get to a bathroom and running water, dip a napkin into a glass of water and blot it onto the stained area.
  3. Apply an on-the-go stain remover instead of water. If you're carrying a stain remover pen in your pocket or purse, you can use it in place of water once you've wiped the excess ketchup off your clothes. Remove the cap and press the tip of the pen onto the stain to release the stain remover.

    • Test the stain remover on a small, hidden part of your clothes first to make sure it won't discolor your fabric. It doesn't contain bleach, so it is safe to use on most colorfast, machine washable fabrics and dry-cleanable fabrics.
  4. Rub the stain remover into the fabric. Lightly saturate your clothes with the stain remover solution, then rub it gently into the entire stained area with the tip of the pen. Repeat the process of pressing and rubbing the fabric with the pen as needed until the stain lightens or disappears.

    • When you've finished using the stain remover pen, blot off any excess solution with a clean cloth or napkin.
  5. Launder your clothes as you normally would when you get home. Whether you've treated your stain with water or stain remover, clean the article of clothing again when you get home and have access to detergent and a washing machine. If the stain is still visible, follow the tips for at-home stain removal.
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    • Be sure to check the garment's care tag before setting the water temperature and cycle type!

[Edit]Laundering a Stain at Home

  1. Remove all excess ketchup from the fabric. If the ketchup is fresh, blot it off with a napkin or absorbent paper towel, or use a spoon or the back of a butter knife to wipe it away. If the ketchup is dried on already, chip it off with the spoon or knife.[4]
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    • Take care if you're wiping up fresh ketchup not to spread it onto unstained areas of clothes.
  2. Flush the stain with cold running water from the back. Let the cold water flow through the fabric. Don't use hot water, which can set the stain. You should also avoid rinsing the stain from the front or you'll push the ketchup farther into the fabric.[5]

  3. Rub liquid detergent into the stain. Work the detergent gently into the fabric in a circular motion. Start at the outside edge of the stain and move inward to minimize the chances of the stain spreading.

    • This removes the stain's oil base.[6]
  4. Let the detergent sit for about 5 minutes and then rinse. Use cold water to rinse the detergent out of the stain. Be thorough to ensure all the detergent is removed.[7]

  5. Apply white vinegar if your garment is white or colorfast. Use a sponge to dab a small amount of white vinegar into the stain area. This acts as a bleaching agent. Then rinse well with cold water.[8]

    • If you don't have white vinegar, try using hydrogen peroxide. You can also try lemon juice, but only if your clothing is white. Lemon juice can bleach colored clothing.
    • Do a small spot test on an inconspicuous piece of fabric before using a bleaching agent.[9]
  6. Repeat this process until you can't see the stain. Hold the garment up to the light to make sure you can't see any trace of pink or red. Repeat the steps of applying detergent to the stain, rinsing it out, and then applying a bleaching agent as many times as needed until you can't see the stain anymore.[10]
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  7. Apply a pre-wash stain remover. Use a store-bought stain remover, or make your own homemade stain remover in a pinch. Cover the area where the stain was and let the stain remover sit for a minimum of 5 minutes.[11]
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    • To make a quick stain remover from ingredients around your house, combine of white vinegar with baking soda and of water in an empty spray bottle. Shake well to mix the ingredients together and spray onto your clothes.[12]
  8. Launder the article of clothing normally. Wash your clothes in the washing machine according to their usual care instructions. Use the same amount of laundry detergent that you'd normally use.[13]
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    • Instructions for laundering the garment are found on a tag inside the clothes.
  9. Rub liquid laundry detergent into the stain if it remains after the first wash. Then soak the article of clothing in warm water for 30 minutes and rinse the fabric well. If the stain still lingers, treat it again with pre-wash stain remover and wash it again according to the clothing's care instructions.[14]
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    • Only use bleach when washing your clothing in the washing machine if you've checked that it's safe according to the care instructions.
    • Never use chlorine bleach on colored fabric. Use all-fabric bleach if your clothing isn't white.
  10. Let the clothes air dry. The dryer can set a stain that hasn't been fully removed. Make sure that all trace of the stain is gone before placing items in the dryer. To be on the safe side, you may want to hang the clothes to air-dry until you're sure the stain is completely gone.[15]
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[Edit]Things You'll Need

  • Cold water
  • On-the-go stain remover pen
  • Laundry detergent
  • Vinegar (optional)
  • Lemon juice (optional)
  • Bleach (optional)
  • Commercial pre-wash stain remover

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How to Check if Someone Is Following You on Instagram

Posted: 27 Apr 2022 09:00 AM PDT

Trying to figure out whether a certain Instagram user is following you? There are two easy ways to check—by searching your own Followers list, and by checking the other person's Following list. This quick tutorial will help you find out if someone's following you on Instagram using your Android, iPhone, iPad, or computer.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]From Your Own Profile

  1. Open Instagram and tap the profile icon. The profile icon is the outline of a person's head and shoulders at the bottom-right corner of the screen. This opens your profile.
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    • If you're using a computer, click your profile icon at the top-right and select Profile.
  2. Tap . You'll see this at the top of your profile along with the number of people following you.
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  3. Start typing the person's name or username into the Search field. It's at the top of the screen. As you type, a list of matching search results will appear.
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    • If you're using Instagram on a computer, you won't be able to search this list. If your Followers list is long and it's taking too long to scroll through, check from the other person's profile instead.
  4. Find the person on the list. If the person you're searching for is following you, you'll see their profile on your Followers list.
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[Edit]From The Other Person's Profile

  1. Open Instagram and tap the search icon. The search icon is the magnifying glass at the bottom of the screen.
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    • If you're using a computer, just click the Search field at the top of Instagram.
  2. Type the person's name or username into the Search field. The Search field is at the top of the screen. A list of matching results will appear.
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  3. Tap the person's name to go to their profile. Now you'll see the person's latest posts.
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  4. Tap . It's near the top-right area of the screen along with the number of people the person is following. This opens a list of everyone the person follows.
    Check if Someone Is Following You on Instagram Step 8.jpg
    • If the person's profile is private and you aren't following them, you won't be able to view their Following list. Check from your own profile to see if the person is following you.
  5. Find your own name at the top of the list. If this person follows you on Instagram, you'll see your own name and profile link at the top of the list.
    Check if Someone Is Following You on Instagram Step 9.jpg
    • If this person also follows hashtags, your profile will be just below the followed hashtags.

[Edit]Tips

  • Want to remove a follower who you don't follow back? If your account is private, you can tap Remove next to the person's name on your Followers list to prevent that person from seeing your private content in the future.[1]
  • If you want to remove a follower and don't want to make your account private, you can block that user. Just head over to their profile, tap the three dots at the top, and then select Block.[2]

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