The Best of Hermit Crab
10+ most popular Hermit Crab articles, as voted by our community.
Hermit Crab on Creativity
How to Make a Decision Tree in Excel: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you want to create a decision tree in Excel, just follow the steps outlined in this guide.
Hermit Crab on Digital Life
How My Smartphone Disrupted My Life: 8 Issues I've Fixed
It's never too late to stop your phone from negatively affecting your life.
Hermit Crab on DIY
9 DIY Smart Home Automation Projects for a Shoestring Budget
Home automation isn't cheap. But can build a DIY smart home on a shoestring budget! These nine examples show you how.
Hermit Crab on Generative AI
How to Create AI Art on Your Computer and Why You Should
You don't need to rely on cloud-based generative AI tools.
Hermit Crab on Mind Maps
5 Ways to Use Mind Maps for Visual Blogs
Mind maps are a powerful productivity tool which you can use across a variety of areas. Let's see how mind maps can help you create a visual blog.
Hermit Crab on Music Production
The Best Free Music Production Software for Beginners
If you're just starting out making your own music, here's the best free music production software for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Hermit Crab on Photography
You Need to Learn These 9 Awesome Mobile Photography Effects
Looking to add some creative flair to your smartphone shots? Try these effects.
8 Cool Smartphone Photography Tricks That Actually Work
If you want to give your smartphone photography an edge, try these unique tricks.
Hermit Crab on Productivity
These 5 Apps Can Maximize Your Productivity While Working Remotely
The choice of an app can decide your effectiveness when working remotely. See if these productivity tools make a difference to your day.
«Working from home has many challenges, but you can be immensely productive with the right tools. Remote work can bring its own challenges, like working across time zones and different teams. You need to find the apps that cover your needs, especially when you don't have a group of peers to lean on nearby.»
Why You Need a Productivity Plan and How to Create One
If you want to make more progress toward your goals, having a productivity plan is a good idea. Here's how to make one.
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How to Use Notion for Hybrid Work: The Ultimate Guide
You may be struggling to manage your hybrid work. Find out how you can use Notion to improve your workflow and boost productivity.
How to Take Great Pictures at a Concert With Your Smartphone: 10 Tips
Is your favorite artist coming to town? These smartphone photography tips and tricks will help you take amazing and memorable photos of the show.
How to Take Amazing Zoom Burst Pictures: Helpful Tips for Beginners
Explore your creative side by taking stunning zoom burst photos that add a dash of light and movement to a scene.
5 Best Free AI Text to Art Generators to Create an Image From What You Type
These free AI apps can take a sentence you type and turn it into a realistic painting or an image.
9 YouTube Channels to Watch Free Shows and Movies (Legally)
Whether you like horror, classic films, or soap operas, there's a YouTube channel with free and legal movies and shows waiting for you.
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