Category: Apps

Google’s Android ecosystem is quite vast and offers users a whole range of services and tools. If you are one of the Android phone users, you must have accessed the different apps available on the Play Store. You not just get apps from third-party developers but also from the search giant itself. Google has a whole host of useful applications that helps the masses with different tasks. One of such applications offered by Google is the free cloud storage service called Google Drive.

The Google Drive application is available for both Android and iOS users. This storage app lets users save documents and other files on the cloud which can be accessed when required. This app not just allows the provision of storing files but also make necessary changes and share it with other users via different modes. You can delete unwanted files to free up some additional space.

While removing unnecessary files definitely helps with storage management, there are scenarios when we accidentally delete important documents on Google Drive. Thankfully, Google doesn’t permanently delete the files once removed from the app. A 30 days grace period is offered to restore deleted documents on Google Drive. How do you restore accidentally deleted files on Google Drive? Read on the steps below:

Steps To Restore Accidentally Deleted Google Drive Files On Android Phones

Step 1: Launch the Google Drive mobile application on your respective Android devices.

Step 2: Click on the menu option (three horizontal bars).

Step 3: Tap on the Trash/ Bin option.

Step 4: Scroll down to the file that you wish to restore and click on the three dots icon next to it.

Step 5: Select the restore tab. The file will be restored on your Google Drive application.

Steps To Recover Deleted Google Drive Files On iOS Devices

Step 1: Unlock your iPhones and launch the Google Drive app.

Step 2: Repeat the same steps as mentioned above for Android OS.

In addition to Android and iOS devices you can also use Google Drive services on laptops and PCs. You can access all the features that you get on the mobile version. Also, you can restore the deleted files on Google Drive using the desktop version.

Smartphones are becoming powerful with each passing day. What was earlier used for communication is now capable of delivering a powerful gaming experience and photography experience. The new-generation smartphones are capable enough to replace laptops and PCs to some extent. That’s specifically with the usage of professional tools such as MS office and others.

And the market is majorly dominated by Google‘s Android and iOS devices. The former has a larger ratio due to the affordability factor and also the availability of numerous third-party mobile applications. We now have some of the popular PC apps available for download on the Google Play Store. And you get multiple options if you go to download any such app.

Document scanning is one such key task that a modern-day smartphone is capable of performing. And you wouldn’t require a PC or laptop for the same if you own a new-age Android phone. There are a plethora of Android applications that allow document scanning. But how exactly can you turn your Android smartphone into a document scanner? Here in this article, we have listed all the steps:

How To Scan Documents Using Android Smartphone?

In order to turn your Android smartphone into a document scanner, you will need either need to download a third-party application or use the Google Drive app. If you don’t want to use the dedicated Google app then Adobe Scan and Microsoft Office Lens are the two other popular options. We have listed the steps to use the Google Drive document scanner since this is a pre-installed app on most Android phones.

Step 1: Unlock your Android phone and launch the Google Drive application.

Step 2: On the bottom right corner, you will see the “Add” option. Click on it.

Step 3: Select the “Scan” button.

Step 4: Capture the photo of the document of which you need a scanned copy.

Step 5: Now make the required adjustments to the scanned document.

Step 6: Click on Done.

The process of scanning a document using the remaining two apps, i.e., Microsoft Office Lens and Adobe scan is almost similar. You would need to capture the image of the document and make a scanned copy.

Smartphones today are one of the most commonly used commodities of the modern world. With numerous brands competing in the smartphone industry, users are flooded with options to choose from. We now can do much more than simple voice calls and messages with the new mobile phone age. Despite smartphones offering a plethora of services and tools, the primary function till date remains audio calling. Different telecom operators in India offer calling and messaging services.

The advancements in the tech field now allow users to divert calls on different mobile numbers. This is a useful option that comes to the rescue when you wish to avoid some calls or are traveling and might be unreachable due to bad networks or no battery.

Most Android OEMs are now pre-loading the call forwarding feature on their devices that you can use at your convenience. Similarly, Apple iPhones also offer the call forwarding option for you to divert calls on a different mobile number. But how do you start and stop call forwarding on your respective Android and iOS devices? Read on to know:

How To Start Call Forwarding On Android Smartphones?

Step 1: Unlock your respective Android phones and launch the Phone dialer application.

Step 2: Launch the phone application.

Step 3: From the top right corner click on the three dots option.

Step 4: Select the “Settings” option.

Step 5: Now, click on “Call Settings”.

Step 6: Select the “Call Forwarding” option,

Step 7: Set the option as required. You can either set Always Forward, Forward when busy, Forward when unanswered, and Forward when unreached.  

Step 8: You will now get an option to enter the mobile number on which you need to divert the calls.

Step 9: Click on Ok to save the settings.

How To Activate Call Forwarding On Apple iPhones?

Step 1: Open the settings menu on your iPhone.

Step 2: Select the Phone option.

Step 3: Tap on Call forwarding. While performing these steps, you need to make sure you have access to the cellular networks and are within range.

That’s all you need to do to activate call forwarding on your Android and iOS smartphones.

You make a Snapchat account, pick a goofy username, gain followers, and all of a sudden you realize you no longer like your username. That brings you here – to try and modify your Snapchat username.

You choose your username when you first sign up for a Snapchat account. A username is a distinctive identifier that Snapchat uses to identify users. Your display name, which is how you appear on the app, is different from your username. Your display name can be changed whenever you desire. But you can change your username only once a year. We’ll go over how to modify or change your Snapchat username in this post.

Steps To Change Snapchat Username on Android, iOS

Users of Snapchat could previously only modify their display names. For those who are unaware, Snapchat now allows us to change our username. This feature is available for both Android and Apple mobile phone users. As we have mentioned earlier, this can be done only once a year. The steps to change your username on Android or iPhone are the same. Here’s what you should do.

Step 1: On your mobile phone, open your Snapchat app.

Step 2: At the top left corner of the screen, click on Bitmoji to go to your profile.

Step 3: Then, click on the settings icon which is placed at the top right corner.

Step 4: Now, go to the Username section and tap on the change username.

Step 5: Give a new name. Then, to change, click on the ‘next’.

It’s also vital to keep in mind that once you change your username, you cannot change it back. In addition to this, you can modify your Snapchat display name as well as other personal information like your birthday, email address, and mobile number from the settings menu.

When creating a new username, there are certain conditions. For example, there may be restrictions on the number of characters allowed, the character types that can be used, etc. You must adhere to these rules in order to choose a random name. The display name, linked email ID, profile settings, and other critical aspects of your account is unaffected by changing the username.

Google Pay is one of the most popular UPI apps which is being used to conduct online payments using either a phone number or bank account, a QR code, or both. Today, every business, from a flagship grocery shop to a local fruit vendor, takes online payments. By just following a few easy steps, Google Pay enables you to make utility payments online, making the app more useful for you.

Google Pay lets consumers pay for their bills using the mode of payment they are most comfortable with, i.e., UPI or Debit or Credit Card and Wallet. On Google Pay, customers can also pay electricity bills for various electricity boards. So, if you are a Google Pay user and need to pay your utility bills online, here are the steps you need to follow:

How To Pay Utility Bills Via Google Pay

Step 1: Navigate to Google Pay on your mobile phone.

Step 2: Scroll to the bottom of the screen.

Step 3: Locate and tap on the option ‘+ New payment’.

Step 4: Now, select the ‘Bill Payments’ option.

Step 5: Tap the name of the biller from the search results. Then, make payment.

Step 6: Select an account.

Step 7: One of the following options is available: Pay a custom amount. Enter the desired payment amount and tap Make Payment.

Step 8: Pay an available bill. On the bill, tap Pay Bill.

Step 9: Depending on the biller, you can have the ability to select from several bill alternatives. These payment choices can be made for different time periods. Follow the on-screen steps.

Step 10: Once done, view the bill to confirm that the payment was successful.

The amount will be deducted from the primary account that you have set on the Google Pay app.

How To View Bills On Google Pay

You can also view your bills using Google Pay. Listed are the steps you should follow to see your bills:

Step 1: Open Google Pay on your device.

Step 2: Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click on a biller.

Step 3: You will see the list with details of paid and pending bills if any. That’s all.

Key Highlights

• SIM Toolkit often overlooked by users on Android phones
• It’s pre-installed once a SIM card is inserted
• Allows SIM to send commands to the phone and vice versa

A feature that many users believe has no purpose on their Android phones is accessing the SIM Toolkit. But there is more to it than just a feature on your device. Usually, it is pre-installed once you put your SIM card on your mobile phone. A SIM Toolkit allows your phone’s SIM to establish and spread commands from your SIM to your mobile phone and back. Think of the SIM card as the server in a client-server connection with the SIM Toolkit and your phone as the client. In this article, we will help you learn how to access and enable the SIM Toolkit on your Android phone. Also Read | Android Auto Quick Tips And Tricks: Steps For Hassle Free Calling Experience

How To Access SIM Toolkit

The majority of individuals don’t mind controlling their phone’s SIM card. In actuality, it is not a top priority for them. You may not know that your SIM card contains a significant amount of data. When you have the SIM Toolkit app installed on your device, you can access and operate all that data with ease. As a result, it’s crucial that you keep an eye out as well. Here’s how you can access SIM Toolkit on your Android device:

Step 1: Go to ‘Settings’ on your Android phone.

Step 2: Click on ‘Apps’.

Step 3: Select ‘SIM Toolkit’.

Depending on your telecom carrier, this may occasionally go by a different name. You will then view SIM Toolkit details after clicking on the SIM Toolkit.

Also Read | How To Check Number Of Sim Cards Registered On Your Name And ID: How To Block Unauthorized SIM Cards Issued On Your Name?

How To Install SIM Toolkit

When you enter your SIM card into your phone, the SIM Toolkit is frequently already pre-installed and you don’t have to install it for yourself. It is accessible from the home screen of your smartphone. However, you can download the SIM Toolkit application from the Google Play Store.

Steps To Enable SIM Toolkit

Step 1: Open your Android phone and go to your ‘Settings’ app.

Step 2: Select ‘Wireless Setting’.

Step 3: Go to ‘SIM & Networks Settings’.

Step 4: Tap on ‘Dual SIM Settings’.

Step 4: Scroll to the bottom of the list and tap on ‘SIM Toolkit’. That’s it.

SIM Toolkit is a standard of the GSM system. This enables the SIM card to initiate actions that can be used for various value-added services.