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I ditched modern file transfer apps for a 25-year-old FTP client

I ditched modern file transfer apps for a 25-year-old FTP client—here’s why – howtogeek.com
Most people, by default, rely on cloud storage for wireless transfers between computers. However, there is a better, faster way to transfer files wirelessly (as long as they’re connected to the same local network.) Instead of uploading files to the cloud just to access them on a different device, you can use FileZilla.

Stop copying one thing at a time: Clipboard history

Stop copying one thing at a time: Clipboard history will change how you work – howtogeek.com
The clipboard, used when copying and pasting, is one of the most useful features on any computer or smartphone. Most platforms also have an even more powerful companion feature that’s easy to overlook, but is a complete game-changer once you start using it. It’s the clipboard history.

This overlooked Gboard feature makes copy-pasting so much easier on Android

This overlooked Gboard feature makes copy-pasting so much easier on Android – howtogeek.com
Android phones have a lot in common with computers. They have a file system, support for keyboards and mice, advanced multitasking, and even a full-fledged desktop mode. One thing Android doesn’t have, however, is a native clipboard. Thankfully, Gboard can fix that.

Type faster on your Android phone by not typing at all

Type faster on your Android phone by not typing at all – howtogeek.com
Growing up with keyboards has conditioned many of us to think of typing as the only way to get words to appear on our screens. On our phones, that really isn’t the case. Virtual keyboards have gotten much better over the years, but there is an even faster way to type on your phone.

I’m a professional writer, but I barely touch my keyboard

I’m a professional writer, but I barely touch my keyboard—here’s what I use instead – howtogeek.com
We evolved from chisels on stone to typewriters and keyboards—but every step still tethered us to a place. Will the next evolution in writing technology finally set us free? I’m a professional writer, and here’s how I walk and talk to write entire articles.

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