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Discover the surprising potential of empty toilet paper rolls and a common household appliance you never thought to combine! Many see these cardboard tubes as mere waste, but what if we told you they hold hidden possibilities? In this video, we reveal how transforming everyday items can lead to smart home optimizations and clever hacks that will change your perspective. Don't miss out on these ingenious tips that millions are unaware of!
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00:00Decades ago, no one would ever imagine keeping a stick in their pocket that could hold hundreds of gigabytes.
00:05We've come a long way since then, and got used to USBs transferring our files from device to device with
00:12ease.
00:13In 2000, two major companies developed and sold the first USB flash drives 1.0,
00:19which snowballed into USB 2.0, 3.0, Type-C, and so on.
00:25Physically, they can endure rough treatment and won't get damaged easily,
00:28especially if you get proper protection.
00:30By design, USBs are almost perfect.
00:34So perfect that you always make the mistake of inserting it in the wrong way.
00:38Admit it, the two square holes are used to help the USB secure its position once it's inside the port.
00:44It's not strong enough to keep it stuck, but strong enough to do its job.
00:50You can protect your USB with proper encryption.
00:53This means that if anyone gets their hands on them, they won't be able to read them.
00:56Encrypted files end up being scrambled into gibberish of a series of letters and numbers
01:02instead of comprehensive words to anyone who tries to read it.
01:06The file is only accessible if someone gets their hands on that USB.
01:10But if you're using certain online services like messaging or emailing,
01:14then encryption is simply not enough.
01:17Sure, the person on the other end can't read the contents of the work, but the hosting website can.
01:24This is where end-to-end encryption comes in.
01:27That means any information that goes in and out is, again, scrambled into gibberish to anyone who is in the
01:33way of your traffic,
01:34including the hosting service.
01:37Cloud storage has taken the world by storm.
01:40You can now save everything that's on your desktop to the internet and access that data across multiple devices.
01:46All you need is an email and password and boom, you're safe and have all your files in one place.
01:54Cloud storage isn't data floating up in the clouds, but, less excitingly, servers that physically store data.
02:00They're like regular computers, just minus the monitors for viewing.
02:04These servers take up a lot of money.
02:07That's why you normally have to pay for their services.
02:09The servers are placed in data centers all around the world where third-party companies manage them.
02:15It's like getting remote access to a computer.
02:18The servers include a master control server, backup server, and a linked supply of servers operating to maintain a good
02:25quality service.
02:27The more money you pay, the better the server your data will be stored in.
02:32In the realm of computers, you just can't delete something to be gone forever.
02:36Whatever file you want to remove is already present in the hard disk as electrical impulses.
02:43And, depending on your gadget, it will be disposed of in a recycle bin or the garbage.
02:48That isn't to say that it isn't still there.
02:51It simply implies that the file has been moved to a different folder from which you can easily recover it.
02:56So, if you're worried about accidentally deleting a crucial document you've been working on for weeks, don't panic.
03:02It's not gone for good.
03:03But if your device breaks, then all your data is lost.
03:07If you own a device that has Windows 10, then you've probably been shutting down thinking that your computer or
03:13laptop is completely off.
03:16This is not the case.
03:17Windows 10 doesn't actually shut down, but goes into a state of hibernation.
03:21It keeps your app saved for you to recover.
03:24The proper way to shut it down is by resetting it.
03:28Windows operating system is known for being user-friendly with all the commands displayed in front of you.
03:34But for computer whiz kids, know that you can open the search bar and type CMD for the command prompt.
03:41It looks just like a bunch of random characters, but this is where you can achieve a lot with your
03:46device.
03:48If you don't like the black window, you can always change the color of your suiting.
03:53Once you launch the command prompt window, right-click on the title bar and then on Properties.
03:59Another window will open which has the option of choosing colors.
04:03You can pick the colors you want for the background and text or fix the opacity for the CMD window.
04:10This is easy mode.
04:12The real work is typing commands in the window.
04:14If you want to look for all your drivers on your Windows 10 device, then type in this command in
04:20the window.
04:21Don't forget to add spaces.
04:23The list of servers will magically pop up on your screen.
04:26This is a good way to get to the bottom of your issue, instead of searching for them manually.
04:31You can also hide specific folders on your computer through the command prompt by typing this command and pressing Enter.
04:39Of course, you'll have to type in the folder you want to hide, and poof, it's gone.
04:45The non-tech way of doing this is by opening the Properties pane in the folder and clicking on the
04:50checkbox that shows Hidden.
04:54While this is indeed the easy way of hiding your folders, it's not the most effective.
04:59You can simply write Show Hidden Files and Folders, and every checkbox you check will be visible again.
05:07The command prompt isn't all about business.
05:10You can try playing a game there to pass the time.
05:13Don't expect a AAA kind with realistic graphics and epic gameplay.
05:17Type this command and you'll be transported into the game via text.
05:22This game will allow you to create characters and engage in this imaginary world.
05:28Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers on the net, but you can also play a text-based
05:34game there, just like in the command prompt.
05:37First press Ctrl plus Shift plus J to open the console.
05:42Then type Text Adventure into the search box.
05:45Don't freak out, you just opened the sort of a back end of the page.
05:50Next, click on the box that says Console.
05:53You'll be greeted with a text that will ask you if you want to play a game.
05:57Type Yes, and you'll instantly begin.
06:00They'll give you some basic commands which are easy to follow and an opening premise of the journey.
06:06If you're looking for something a little more contemporary, then get ready to play some solitaire.
06:11No worries, you don't have to type some command to play it.
06:14All you need to do is type Solitaire in the search bar, and you're there.
06:19You can play the exciting game of Solitaire in your web browser.
06:23And when you get bored, you can play the classic game Pac-Man.
06:28If you're from the generation of the classic bulky phones, then this next game will bring back all those memories
06:34of your childhood.
06:35Open Google and type Snake, and there you go.
06:40When the internet is down, you can play the dinosaur game in your browser window while you're impatiently waiting for
06:46the Wi-Fi to come back.
06:47This game is very simple.
06:49After pressing Enter, you just have to hit the space bar to jump over obstacles.
06:54And at a certain point, you'll have the option to duck down, which will make it even more challenging.
06:59Even without Wi-Fi, you can still have a good time.
07:02You can pause the game whenever you want by pressing the Alt key or F11.
07:07You can just click on your screen to continue the game at any time.
07:11Windows 11 has some cool hidden features that are very useful, like adjusting the volume for each individual app.
07:19You can go to Settings and click on System.
07:22Hit the Sound section.
07:24This will bring you to all the sound levels and the master switch.
07:29Copy-pasting is so essential to our everyday workflow that Windows 11 decide to take it to a whole other
07:35level with Clipboard History.
07:38This option allows you to save your copied texts in one designated area, which you can access any time.
07:46And the good news is that this option is also available on Windows 10.
07:50Just click on the Windows key, plus V, and you're good to go.
07:55If you have too many windows opened on Windows 11, you can grab the window that you want to keep
08:00and shake it.
08:01It will minimize all the remaining windows in the background so that you can have a pleasant, productive workflow.
08:07Oh wait, it's happening now!
08:09So consider this.
08:11People started making ridge patterns on coins in past centuries to fight counterfeiters.
08:17In the old days, cheaters cut off the smooth edges of coins and used that metal to mint new money.
08:23But with ridges, it became impossible to hide the cutting.
08:27These small cylinders on the charging cables are called chokes or ferrite cores.
08:32They're magnetic iron oxide that helps to prevent electromagnetic interference.
08:37In simple words, they protect your device from faults.
08:41We all know about these little pockets on jeans where people used to keep their pocket watches.
08:46But what about these small metal buttons?
08:48They help hold the fabric together.
08:51Weavers put the buttons where the jeans can tear during moving and straining.
08:55These small holes on some backpacks were designed to tie extra gear to them.
09:00So you can pass ropes through them and tie sneakers if you don't want to keep them inside your backpack
09:05or in your hands.
09:07This tiny dot next to the camera on your iPhone is a microphone.
09:11It helps to get good quality of sound while taking a video.
09:15The Spotlight feature on your Mac can be used not only for a quick search of files and apps.
09:21It also works as a calculator.
09:24Just type in a mathematical problem you need to solve.
09:27Spotlight also uses internal dictionary data.
09:31Enter any word in the search bar and you can get information about it.
09:34You've just bought a new bottle of oil.
09:37You're taking off the lid and looking at this little cork that you can tear off by pulling the loop.
09:43Take this thing out, but don't throw it in the trash.
09:46Put it back in an upside-down position to control the pour's flow by pressing your finger against it.
09:53Tiny ridges on the F and J keys on the keyboard help your fingers navigate during touch typing.
09:59When your index fingers are on these ridges, you know exactly where other letters are.
10:05The brushes on the sides of the escalators are not for polishing your shoes, but for your safety.
10:11These nylon bristles prevent your laces and clothes from getting inside the escalator's gears.
10:17No, that wouldn't be good.
10:19Most door handles are made of brass.
10:21This type of metal is good for fighting microbes.
10:25Bacteria can't multiply that much on such surfaces.
10:29These public toilet's cubicles don't look private for a reason.
10:33Huge gaps at the bottom were created to make you want to get out of there as soon as possible.
10:38Thanks to this design, there are almost no cubes.
10:42You can use a plastic lid from soda cups as a coaster.
10:46It has the perfect shape to hold your drink and keep a table surface from getting wet.
10:51Don't turn the lid upside down.
10:53Just put it on the table the same way it was on the cup.
10:56If you're stuck in a car during an accident and can't open the doors,
11:00you can use bars from the detachable headrest to break the window and get out.
11:05Remember those small plastic discs under the bottle lids?
11:09This little thing helps preserve vacuum inside bottles, keeping soda in a fizzy state.
11:16You've probably watched food heating in a microwave at least once in your life.
11:20Exciting, I know!
11:21But why do the developers make the door so dark?
11:25This black film is necessary to block electromagnetic fields.
11:29Tiny dots on padlocks next to the keyhole are designed to dry out the moisture if water gets inside the
11:36lock.
11:37Also, if the lock gets jammed or starts to rust, you can pour oil into it through this hole to
11:43fix the problem.
11:44A golf ball is covered with tiny craters for good aerodynamics.
11:49They're called dimples, and this design helps the ball fly further and more evenly.
11:55Some mugs have a little groove at the outside of the bottom.
11:59It helps water flow out and prevents it from accumulating when the cup is in the dishwasher.
12:05Sunglasses were first used not to protect your eyes from the sun.
12:09They used such glasses during Arctic expeditions.
12:11A huge amount of snow can blind you just like a bright flash.
12:16To save their eyes, they came up with these unique glasses.
12:20You can use any t-shirt not only for dressing, but also as a protective layer for your luggage.
12:26Just put your clothes on your suitcase as a cover and don't waste time plastic wrapping it.
12:31A button on the back of the shirt collar is there to keep your tie under the collar.
12:36Yes, people don't use it as intended because all ties are thinner now.
12:41But this button is still there as a decorative function.
12:45And here's the initial purpose of a tie.
12:47They created it in the 17th century Europe to tighten the collar.
12:51This way, people protected their necks from a strong wind.
12:55Then, they got used to this part of the outfit and made it a must-have accessory for royal gatherings.
13:01Soft pom-poms on hats were first invented several centuries ago.
13:06Sailors use them to avoid hitting their heads against low ship ceilings and ledges.
13:11They make most clothes hangers from cedar wood, since it contains many natural oils repelling moths that love to eat
13:19your clothes.
13:20A light bulb is spherical because such a shape allows the light to distribute evenly.
13:26Also, such light bulbs are cheaper and easier to produce.
13:30Ever found these pieces of fabric and new clothes?
13:33They're not just patches, but also testing subjects to use before washing.
13:38You can put this piece in the washing machine and see what happens to it.
13:42If everything is fine, then you can safely put your clothes in.
13:46Your ceiling fan has two modes of work, winter and summer.
13:51You need to find the switch on it.
13:53Push it up to activate the winter mode and down for the summer one.
13:57In summer mode, the fan pushes the air down.
14:00It pulls the air up in winter.
14:03Most people have this ground plunger in the bathroom.
14:06In movies, they use those to eliminate a blockage in the toilet.
14:10In fact, the plunger is to get rid of a blockage in the sink.
14:14For the toilet, you need another special device.
14:18The extra space under your oven is not for keeping pans and pots.
14:22You can put some dishes there.
14:24The heat of the stove will keep your meals warm.
14:27It's useful if you're waiting for friends late for dinner.
14:32You're taking a pack of popcorn out of a microwave after heating.
14:36See the little hole at the top of the popcorn bag?
14:39You can use it to get rid of small unpopped grains.
14:42Shake the pack over the plate, and all the grains will fall out through the hole.
14:47Almost all people use a travel pillow incorrectly.
14:51Usually, they put two ends forward and lay their heads back.
14:55Try to turn the pillow on the other side.
14:58The arc should be under your chin, and the two ends should be directed back.
15:02Lay your head forward, and your neck will feel way more comfortable in this position.
15:07And you'll get a good nap.
15:10They create magnets in a horseshoe shape to increase their magnetic power.
15:14The blue part indicates the south pole, the red part, the north one.
15:18The two poles work simultaneously and increase the attraction.
15:23Thanks to the perfect aviation design, most planes can fly a long distance even without an engine.
15:30In 1268, Roger Bacon made the first written mention on using telescope lenses for optical purposes.
15:38Magnifying lenses inserted in frames were popular for reading, both in Europe and China at this time.
15:44So it's still a question if the West took it from the East or vice versa.
15:49If you find yourself in the middle of the sea without food, sorry, you can try fishing.
15:55You can use anything for bait.
15:57Your phone, watch, keys, and you can use laces as a fishing line.
16:02Tie the bait and throw it into the water.
16:04And good luck catching the fish that swallowed your phone.
16:08It's going to be a whopper.
16:10You can turn over the tab on a lid of soda cans and use it to hold a cocktail straw
16:15in place.
16:16The blue half of the eraser wasn't originally created to delete the ink.
16:21Initially, the blue part erased inscriptions and drawings on thick paper.
16:25The red part couldn't do it without leaving streets, but the blue one handled this task perfectly.
16:31Most of us tear sticking notes off incorrectly.
16:35Try not to do it from below, but from the side along the licking log.
16:40The paper will stick to the wall for longer this way.
16:43Ever wondered what these two holes in the lollipop stick are for?
16:47All the time, you say?
16:49Well, when they put the bar in hot syrup, the liquid flows inside.
16:54It creates a solid attachment for the plastic.
16:57And so it goes.
17:02Did you ever notice that the toilet paper color is usually white?
17:06But this color wasn't always a favorite.
17:09In fact, colored toilet papers popped out on the shelves in the 1950s.
17:14Homeowners purchased pink, blue, yellow, green, and even black paper.
17:19Because these colors matched the interior.
17:22But eventually, many doctors began to associate the dye in colored toilet papers with increased health risks.
17:29Also, the dye didn't allow the colored paper to decompose as quickly when it was flushed down.
17:35Which increased the risk of clogging septic tanks.
17:38This made manufacturing and retail prices too high compared to the basic white paper.
17:44And eventually, the demand began to fall.
17:49And now, let's take a closer look at these fancy patterns.
17:52Most people probably don't care about the decorations when it comes to their toilet paper.
17:57However, these patterns still exist.
18:00But why?
18:01Well, there are several opinions.
18:04Some say it's just a marketing tool.
18:07Manufacturers use pretty decor to make their products look more aesthetically pleasing.
18:11And to make customers associate their brand with elegance and a luxurious lifestyle.
18:17Another explanation is more practical.
18:20These patterns fluff up the paper, which makes it more absorbent.
18:25Speaking of fluffiness, have you ever wondered why they have such rough toilet paper in public toilets?
18:31The most obvious answer is that high-quality toilet paper is more expensive.
18:36Also, companies prefer purchasing giant rolls of low-quality paper because they can change them less frequently.
18:43This decision also helps prevent stealing.
18:47Yes, people actually steal paper from public toilets.
18:52Have you ever noticed that light switches in public toilets are usually placed outside?
18:56Well, it's not a coincidence.
18:59Construction companies do it for safety reasons because, as we all know, electricity plus water is a dangerous combination.
19:07And light switches are connected to power.
19:10Therefore, electricity literally flows through them.
19:12Of course, professionally installed switches will have a bunch of additional safety precautions.
19:18But most builders prefer not to take risks.
19:21The UK has far stricter rules for light switch safety compared to the US.
19:26That's why, if you live in London, you'll probably find light switches outside the bathroom more commonly.
19:31But don't worry.
19:34Most bathrooms in the US feature independent electrical circuits.
19:37This provides additional safety in case of accidental electric shock.
19:42When any change in the electrical current happens, they should shut off automatically.
19:49There are so many awesome lighting opportunities in this world.
19:53But why are the traffic lights red, green, and yellow?
19:57Turns out there's a reasonable explanation for it.
20:01Before traffic lights for cars, there were traffic signals for trains.
20:05At first, railroad operators used white color to mean go, red to mean stop, and green to mean caution.
20:12But later, they realized that white wasn't such a good idea.
20:16Because bright white light could easily be mistaken for stars during the nighttime.
20:21So railway companies changed the white color for green to mean go, and yellow to mean caution.
20:26Because these colors are easily distinguishable from the others.
20:30And eventually, this tradition spread to traffic lights for cars, and became a standard.
20:36As for the red color, it has the longest wavelength, which means that drivers can see it from a greater
20:42distance than other colors.
20:43And the color yellow was chosen as a caution sign.
20:47Because it has a slightly shorter wavelength than red, but still longer than green.
20:54What's the dustiest room in your house?
20:57Usually, the answer is a bedroom.
20:59But why?
21:01Bedrooms tend to generate dust from skin cells, dust mites, and fibers from fabrics in your bedsheets, carpets, and curtains.
21:08If you have a pet, its fur and skin cells add a significant amount of dirt to this dusty party.
21:16Luckily, there are simple ways to make your bedroom less dusty.
21:19This includes making your bed every day and cleaning the area regularly with both a vacuum cleaner and water.
21:26You can try to get rid of carpets and unnecessary furniture and decor items that tend to collect dust.
21:33Also, pay attention to the quality when you buy curtains or bedsheets.
21:37The looser the fabric, the more dirt it collects.
21:41And finally, you can ban your pet from entering the bedroom.
21:44But let's be honest, you would never do that.
21:48Modern air purifiers, air conditioners, and ceiling fans can help make your sleeping area cozier.
21:54But make sure to clean them regularly.
21:56Otherwise, if your filter is dirty or clogged up with fur or any other pollutants, it won't collect new dust
22:02properly.
22:03And the dust would end up on your bedroom surfaces.
22:09Speaking of dust, did you know that you can clean the edge of a broom with a dustpan?
22:14This zigzag over here is not only for aesthetic purposes.
22:17You can use it as a comb for the bristles.
22:21Have you ever had these marks behind your ears after wearing your glasses?
22:26Sometimes, it can even take them weeks to go away.
22:29Well, it's a sign that the side pieces of the glasses, called temples, are not adjusted properly for your head.
22:36In other words, they're too tight.
22:38This can cause skin irritation and even headaches.
22:42If they're bent towards the area behind your ears, they can press on the fragile part of the skull.
22:48So, keep in mind that temples should not only have the correct size, but also correct adjustment.
22:54A professional optician can easily fix this problem.
22:58It's way safer than trying to do it on your own.
23:02Box graters can be used in a horizontal position, too.
23:06In many cases, it's much more convenient to grate a carrot or a big block of cheese this way.
23:12If you want to grate a soft product like goat cheese or mozzarella, you can put them in the freezer
23:17for about 30 minutes before grating.
23:20Also, there's a way to make the cleanup easier and prevent the cheese from sticking.
23:25Spray the grater with a small amount of oil before using it.
23:28And now, let's take a look at the most unpopular sides of the box grater.
23:34Have you ever used them?
23:35This side is actually designed for slicing.
23:39It's pretty handy if you want to make thin vegetable slices for your salad or pasta.
23:44Or slice potato chips.
23:46And these tiny punched-out holes are designed for zesting or very finely grating.
23:53Graters are pretty useful for the next non-food tip.
23:57If you're on a budget, you can purchase this super-cheap laundry soap.
24:01Grate a small amount and throw it right into your washing machine instead of using the regular washing gel.
24:08Did you know that you can change which way the refrigerator door opens?
24:12There are hinges over here.
24:14If you attach them on the other side, the doors will swing the other way.
24:18But before trying to do any repairs by yourself, make sure to disconnect the power source.
24:23And read the instructions for your particular model of the fridge.
24:27Have you ever noticed that there's a shiny side and a dull side to tinfoil?
24:33Many people believe that it matters which side is used up or down because the shiny side would trap the
24:39heat better.
24:40But, in fact, it makes no difference at all.
24:43The manufacturing process makes the two sides look slightly different.
24:47But they both serve their purpose equally.
24:52Tinfoil can be used not only in the kitchen.
24:55Here's a little-known battery hack.
24:57Let's say you're out of AA batteries.
25:00No worries.
25:01Use a smaller AAA battery and a bit of tinfoil.
25:04Just insert it on one of the ends.
25:06This will work because both AA and AAA batteries carry the same amount of voltage.
25:13Did you know that Chinese takeout food containers unfold and turn into plates?
25:18All you have to do is just to disassemble it from the two sides.
25:22And gravity will do the rest.
25:24By the way, the old-school name for this type of paperboard container is an oyster pail.
25:30Because it was originally designed to hold oysters.
25:34Most kitchen shears have metal plier-like teeth in the middle, between the handle grips.
25:39They can help you crack nuts, crab shells, and release other tough products.
25:44You can also open jars and bottles or remove herb stems with their help.
25:49You can keep your cold meals cold and your food fresh by making a DIY ice pack.
25:55Take a sponge and fill it with water.
25:58Then put it in a plastic bag and leave it in the freezer.
26:01Once the sponge is frozen, it'll stay this way for a long time.
26:05Keep in mind that you should use a watertight bag and a fresh sponge.
26:10If you turn over a Tupperware container, you'll see some symbols.
26:15They'll inform you if you can put the container in the dishwasher, if it can be microwaved or frozen.
26:20You may even find out how you can recycle the thing.
26:25Staplers actually have two modes, not just one.
26:28There's a metal plate on the lower part of the device.
26:31Which helps bend the staples inward after they've pierced the paper.
26:35What many people don't know is that you can turn this plate around to switch from the staple mode to
26:41the pinning one.
26:42The pinning setting is for temporary fastening.
26:46The staples bend outward, making them easier to remove when necessary and damaging the paper less, too.
26:53When you take a sip from a coffee cup closed with a lid, the air pressure inside the cup drops.
27:00That's why the air from the outside tries to push into the cup.
27:03The tiny hole on the lid allows some air to enter this way, and the liquid can go out of
27:09the main hole more smoothly.
27:12It's often hard to figure out how much detergent you need to clean your laundry well, but not go overboard.
27:18Pay attention to the cap of your detergent.
27:21It usually has a marker indicating how much product you need to add to your laundry.
27:26Or there might be an instruction on the bottle.
27:29It'll let you know how to measure the detergent.
27:32You can use most screwdrivers together with a wrench to create more torque.
27:37Just place the wrench over the handle of the screwdriver.
27:40This way, you'll need to apply a lot less force than before.
27:44You'll also be able to get to hard-to-reach areas more easily.
27:49The hole in a ruler can be useful if you want to hang the device on a hook.
27:53You can also place a pencil tip in this hole if you need to draw a perfect circle.
27:59Coffee stirring sticks have holes in them because those help reduce the resistance from your drink.
28:05This way, they can stir sugar much more effectively.
28:09Such a design also makes these plastic sticks tougher and prevents them from bending in hot water.
28:15And since stirring sticks are partially hollow, less plastic is used during their production.
28:22Some boxes of chocolates have little dents in between the holes for candies.
28:26If you push such a dent, the chocolates surrounding it will pop out of their compartments.
28:32The small bumps on the F and J keys on the keyboard help people find the right keys without looking
28:39down.
28:39It's especially convenient for those who use touch typing.
28:43The rumble strips on the sides of the road are placed there to alert drivers who doze off behind the
28:49wheel.
28:49When their tires move over these strips, the noise and vibration work like an alarm clock.
28:56The black grate on a microwave is called a Faraday shield.
29:01It contains the electromagnetic energy inside the oven and protects the exterior from radiation.
29:07The grate also speeds up the heating process.
29:11Bottles have long necks so that your drink stays cool longer.
29:14Hold the neck, not the bottle itself, and your drink won't warm up.
29:19Dimples on the surface of a golf ball increase its lift and reduce air resistance.
29:25It means that the ball can go further.
29:27The dimples don't have to be spherical.
29:30They can be hexagonal or have any other shape.
29:34There's a tab on the bottom of your rearview mirror.
29:36However, if you push it back during nighttime driving, the headlights of the car moving behind yours won't be so
29:42blinding.
29:43If you're driving during the day, pull the tab forward.
29:47You can peel an orange more effectively if you cut into the peel at the top and bottom first.
29:53Then make a slit on one side and just pull the peel open.
29:59Headrests in cars are detachable.
30:01You can use one to break the windows if you get stuck in your vehicle.
30:05But by smashing the glass, you can easily hurt yourself.
30:08So, try sliding one of the prongs in between the window pane and the door.
30:13Then pull the headrest towards yourself.
30:15The window will shatter.
30:17But, hey, I'd try the door lock first.
30:21Solo cups used at barbecue parties can help you measure liquids.
30:25The bottom line equals one ounce.
30:28The second line means you've poured five ounces.
30:31And the third line means 12 ounces.
30:34Sneakers were originally invented for basketball players.
30:38And since they needed to lace their shoes in the most comfortable way, side holes were invented.
30:43Those helped players lace their sneakers in any way they liked.
30:47And they accommodate anyone's foot.
30:50Little buttons on your jeans are called rivets.
30:53They were originally placed there to prevent the seams from ripping.
30:57In the past, mostly miners and other workers wore jeans.
31:01That's why this item of clothing had to be particularly durable.
31:05And even though these days, jeans aren't under such stress,
31:08the tradition of using rivets still remains.
31:12A big, toothy spoon comes in handy when you need to pull your spaghetti out of the pot.
31:17And the hole in the middle of this spoon can help you measure portions.
31:22One portion equals as many dry noodles as you can fit into the hole.
31:27Sometimes, pre-rinsing dishes may lead to your dishwasher cleaning them worse than it could.
31:33Special sensors inside modern dishwashers can perceive how dirty your plates are.
31:38And after that, they send a controlled jet of water to wash all that stuff off.
31:43The only thing you're actually supposed to do is remove solid food from your plates and stack them up properly.
31:50Ribbed ketchup containers that they give you at fast food restaurants can get a bit bigger.
31:55Just pull the ribs outward, and your container will house much more sauce.
32:00While using a plunger on a clogged kitchen sink or toilet, make sure you've got the right tool.
32:06If it has a standard bowl-shaped rubber head, it's perfect for flat surfaces, such as a sink or a
32:12tub.
32:13But the one designed for toilet pipes has a narrower head.
32:18The hole near the rim of your bathroom sink is there to prevent overflows.
32:23Thanks to it, all excess water goes into the siphon.
32:26Plus, it helps your sink drain faster.
32:29The hole gives the air gathered in the siphon somewhere to escape.
32:34The hole in a lollipop stick can save your life.
32:37If the stick gets stuck in someone's mouth, the hole will prevent this person from choking.
32:42But the original reason for it is to simply not let the candy run off the stick.
32:48During production, the liquid treat is poured on top of the stick.
32:52The stick is hollow inside, so the candy gets inside it from both the top and the side, through that
32:58exact hole.
32:59And when it gets solid, it keeps perfectly on the plastic tube.
33:05Most padlocks have a tiny hole on the bottom.
33:08It's needed to drain water from the lock and avoid corrosion.
33:12By the way, it's the best place to lubricate a padlock.
33:16Just put a drop of oil there, and the key will turn much easier.
33:20If you don't see a hole on the bottom, the lock is supposed to be used inside.
33:25Instead of opening a banana at the stem, turn it upside down and peel it from the bottom.
33:31It opens much more easily this way.
33:34A utility knife can serve you much longer than you might think.
33:38Look at the blade carefully.
33:40It's made of parallel sections.
33:42Once the knife gets blunt, you should break off the top section.
33:46You can do it with the help of the cap you'll find at the bottom of the instrument.
33:50In no time, you'll have a sharp blade again.
33:52The stripes on headphone jacks keep the wires insulated from one another.
33:58One stripe means the headset has a mono signal.
34:01Two stripes indicate you'll have stereo sound.
34:04And three stripes means the headset also has a built-in microphone.
34:09You can usually find some silica gel in bags, shoes, and many other things you buy.
34:14This gel absorbs excess moisture.
34:17Don't throw it away.
34:18Every time your shoes get wet, put some packets of silica gel inside them.
34:23It's very convenient to use bread tags to organize your cords.
34:27Just take a bread tag and several cords and clip them together.
34:31You can also write notes on these tags and use them as reminders.
34:36You can also write notes on these tags and use them as reminders.
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