Life Hacks That Actually Work

The Best Symbol Key Guide

This isn't as much of a hack as it is something that you should know about your keyboard. There are tons of different symbols that you can access just by hitting certain keys. Keep this handy, you never know when you're going to need it. 

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The More You Know

  • To have an ice cold can in just a few minutes, put your drink in a large pot and cover it with ice. Fill the pot with water, add a couple cups of salt, and stir until the salt is dissolved. Your canned beverage will magically be cold.
  • Pour pure aloe vera juice (available at most drugstores) into an ice tray, and then freeze it for an always ready-to-apply salve for sunburns.
  • Hollow out a watermelon, slice off the top, and pierce the side with a spigot. Then, fill the "keg" with your favorite punch and replace the lid to keep the drinks—and the conversation—flowing.
  • Put some aluminum foil in the bottom of your fireplace before you lay down your logs.
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