Category: DIY Series
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DIY Series – Part 17: How to Never Lose Another Important Note (Works on iPhone, Android & Windows)
You know that moment when you’re frantically searching through your phone for that important note you know you saved somewhere? Maybe it’s buried in a text draft, hiding in a random app, or lost in a sea of screenshots. We’ve all been there—and it’s frustrating. Without a system, notes become hard to find, easy to…
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DIY Series – Part 16: How to Organize Business and Personal Files on One Device (Without Mixing Them Up)
Using one computer or phone for both business and personal use is common—but without the right system, it’s easy for things to get disorganized. Whether you’re storing family photos, personal documents, work files, or client materials, having a clear structure helps you stay efficient, avoid confusion, and protect sensitive data. Here’s how to intentionally organize…
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DIY Series – Part 15: How to Organize & Protect Important Legal Documents Digitally
Legal documents are some of the most critical files to store securely. Whether it’s a will, property deed, medical directive, or tax record, digitizing and organizing these files properly ensures they are always accessible while keeping them safe from loss or damage. Here’s how to store, organize, and protect your legal documents digitally. Step 1:…
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DIY Series – Part 14: How to Digitize Handwritten Notes & Journals
Handwritten notes and journals often hold personal stories, important records, and sentimental value. Over time, ink fades, pages tear, and physical storage becomes a challenge. Digitizing these documents preserves them indefinitely, making them easier to search, share, and store securely. Here’s how to properly scan and organize handwritten notes and journals. Step 1: Choose the…
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DIY Series – Part 13: The Smart Way to Back Up Your Digital Files
Losing important digital files due to a computer crash, accidental deletion, or hardware failure can be devastating. A proper backup system ensures your files remain safe, accessible, and recoverable at all times. Setting up a smart backup strategy now prevents unnecessary stress later. Here’s how to back up your digital files the right way. Step…
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How to Deal with Photos That Are Hard to See
Photos carry emotion. Sometimes they bring joy—and sometimes they’re hard to look at. Whether it’s a picture of someone you’ve lost, a memory from a breakup, or even an image of yourself from a time you’d rather forget, not every photo feels good to keep. This guide will help you decide what to do with…
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DIY Series – Part 12: How to Maintain Your Digital Organization Long-Term
Once you’ve digitized and organized everything, the next challenge is keeping it that way. Regular maintenance prevents digital clutter and ensures you can always find what you need. Here’s how to make organization a habit and avoid future digital chaos. Step 1: Set a Routine Building small habits keeps your digital space manageable. Establish these…
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How to Manage Digital Content Shared with You (When You’re Not the Owner)
We all receive digital content from friends, family, or colleagues—whether it’s shared Google Drive folders, old family photos, or important documents. But managing these files when you’re not the owner can be tricky. Without proper organization, you risk losing access or cluttering your own storage. Here’s how to organize, store, and access shared digital content…
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DIY Series – Part 11: How to Share Photos & Documents with Family and Friends—Safely
Digitizing your important documents and cherished photos is just the first step. The next challenge? Sharing them securely with family and friends. Whether you want to pass down old family pictures or share essential documents, here’s how to do it safely. Best Ways to Share Digitized Files 1. Use a Cloud Storage Service Cloud platforms…
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Beyond Folders: Why Timeline-Based Photo Libraries Work (And How People Are Making It Happen)
After my recent post about chronological photo organization went viral (well, viral by my standards! 😅), I realized something: people are desperate for photo systems that work the way our memories do. Let me show you why timeline-based libraries are changing everything. This post builds on Part 8 and goes deeper into why timeline-based photo…
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