Q: On my Android device, I would like to exclude some folders with image/video files from being displayed by apps that have access to the gallery. Can I do that?
A: You can. Using the file manager of your choice (I use Cx File Explorer, but you can use any one you prefer), go to the folder that contains the media files you don't want to be displayed by apps with access to the gallery. In that folder, create a blank file named .nomedia. That's it. That should do the trick.
Q: How do I create a shortcut to a folder on my Linux Mint (Cinnamon) Desktop?
A: Open the Nemo file manager (Files), navigate to the Edit menu, then Preferences,then Context Menus. In the left column (Visible Entries), locate Make Link and tick that box. Now, right-click on the folder you want to create a shortcut for. You'll find the Make Link option in the menu. Click it, and a shortcut to that folder will be created. You can then copy or drag it onto the Desktop or any other location of your choice.
If your mobile network provider tells you that your monthly contract is "eligible for upgrade" but then hits you with another just-to-make-sure credit check during checkout, shouldn't they just say "eligible to apply for an upgrade" instead?
I mean, I get that they might need to run an up-to-date credit check. It's their prerogative, and I'm absolutely at peace with that. They might even remind you about the possibility of that extra check before you hit 'place order'.
Still, the point stands. There's a difference between "eligible" and "eligible to apply." Or is it just me being picky?
Q: My Linux setup runs on XFCE but there's no keyboard layout indicator on the panel. I have multliple language layouts installed and the swapping between the languages with a key combination works, it's just there's no indicator. What do I do?
A: Install xfce4-xkb-plugin then add it to the panel. Right-clicking on the panel then 'Add New Items' then 'Keyboard Layouts' should do the trick.
