| How to Paint a Vinyl Record Posted: 25 Jun 2021 01:00 AM PDT If you've got a stack of old records that don't play anymore, you might be wondering what to do with them. Instead of pitching them, turn your records into custom pieces of art! Think of the vinyl as a totally unique canvas that just needs a little paint and creativity. You don't need many supplies to paint a vinyl record, but if you have questions about materials or the painting process, read on. [Edit]Do you have to sand vinyl before painting it? - You don't need to sand the surface as long as you clean the record. All the grooves on the surface of the record give it a textured surface so the primer sticks. To get started, use a damp cloth and wipe the surface of the record free of debris or dirt.[1]
- Usually, sanding is done to scuff up the surface of a wall or canvas so the primer has something to stick to.
[Edit]Do I need to prime the record before I paint it? - Yes—paint will peel away from the vinyl if you don't prime it first. Fortunately, it's super easy to prime a vinyl record. Lay the record on a flat surface and dip a paintbrush or foam brush in gesso. Brush the gesso across the area of the record that you wish to paint and let it dry for at least 1 hour.[2]
- Gesso is a paint mixture that fills in your painting surface so it's smooth. It also gives the acrylic paint something to stick to so it doesn't peel away over time.
- It's true that you can try to paint the record without priming it, but your paint will probably curl at the edges and peel up over time.
[Edit]What kind of paint do you use on a vinyl record? - Use acrylic paint to paint the record. In general, go for acrylic paint so it sticks to the primer on your vinyl record. Acrylic paint also dries fast so you can quickly enjoy your vinyl artwork.[3]
- Get spray paint if you want quick, even coverage or a bold, edgy effect. Pick up a few cans of spray paint in any color you like. If you're planning on painting a solid background color before going in with a paintbrush, just spray the entire surface of the record with spray paint and let it dry. For a cool effect, spray the paint onto a few spots of the record—these are great for painting planets or giving a starry sky effect.[4]
- For example, spray paint the entire surface in matte black spray paint. Then, spray a circle shape in orange-red spray paint to represent a planet.
[Edit]What are some painting effects I can try? - Use a paintbrush or foam brush to apply an even base coat. Dip a flat paintbrush into acrylic paint and brush it smoothly across the surface of the record if you want a solid background color. You could also use a foam brush to paint small areas of the record like the foreground of a landscape that you plan on doing.[5]
- This works great for making a sunset or ocean scene on your record. Want to make a cloudy sky? Apply a pale blue base—once it dries, you can go back with a foam brush and make white clouds.
- Experiment with fun abstract designs! Brush splashes of color on the record and add a few spritzes of spray paint for a unique design.
- Dip a small round paintbrush in paint to apply tiny details. Want to paint flowers, words, or exquisite designs on your record? Get out a variety of small, round paintbrushes that have fine tips. This way you have more control when you paint these details.[6]
- For example, paint a vining plant with tiny flowers across one side of the record or paint song lyrics from the album on the record.
- You can use the pointed wooden end of the paintbrush to apply paint, too! Dip the end in acrylic paint and dab it onto your record to make a bold dot. You can arrange these dots in a gorgeous geometric design.
[Edit]How do I pour acrylic paint on a record? - Cover the hole in the record and set it on a rack to contain the mess. If you don't want paint falling through the middle of the record, stick a piece of painter's tape on the underside of the hole. Set the record on a wire rack with a container underneath to catch the paint.[7]
- Feel free to cover as much of the center of the record as you like. For instance, you might put tape over all of the album info so you can still see the artist and album name once you've painted it.
- Combine pouring medium with your choice of acrylic paint so it's thinner. Put of pouring medium into a cup and stir in a tube of acrylic paint. If you want to use more than one color, repeat this with another color in a separate cup.
- To make a pouring medium, mix of floetrol, of craft glue, of liquid pouring medium, and of water.[8]
- Pour the thin acrylic paint over the vinyl and swirl it to cover the record. There's no right or wrong way to pour the paint—you could overturn the paint cup onto the center of the record and let it slowly flow out or you could pour the paint in a circular motion around the grooves in the vinyl. Then, pick up the record by its sides and gently tilt it to get a swirled effect that covers the whole surface.[9]
- Although the record will probably be dry to the touch within a few hours, it's best to wait overnight so the paint can really harden.
[Edit]How do you seal acrylic paint on vinyl? - Apply a top coat of clear gloss paint if you want a shiny coating. Let your painted vinyl record dry completely before you apply the topcoat. Dip a clean brush in clear acrylic gloss paint and brush it over the surface of the record. Then, let your top coat dry for at least 2 hours before you hang the record. Your record will have a bold, glossy look.[10]
- A glossy top coat is totally optional! The painted vinyl record is safe to hang or display without it—the topcoat just adds a little shine.
[Edit]Do vinyl records still work if you paint them? - No—the paint fills in the sensitive groves on the vinyl. If you put the painted vinyl on a turntable and put the needle down, it would probably get stuck. This may even damage the needle, so you probably don't want to try it![11]
- This is one reason why you should only paint vinyl records that are damaged or that you don't want to listen to anymore.
- Don't want to cover the record information? Tear off short strips of painter's tape and press them across the center circle of the record. Once you're done painting, just peel them off![12]
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| How to Be Open Minded Posted: 24 Jun 2021 05:00 PM PDT If you're tired of looking at the world in the same old way, it might be time to broaden your horizons. Becoming more open-minded can help you live an exciting, inquisitive life in which you never stop learning or growing. By making just a few changes to your daily routine, you can open up your mind and say goodbye to your old close-minded ways. [Edit]Embrace the unknown. - You can't be in charge of everything in your life. Sure, this may sound a bit broad, but the unknown can really mean something as simple as taking a different route to work, finally accepting that coffee date with your neighbor, or seeing a movie by a director you've never heard of.[1] If you want to be more open-minded, then the first thing you have to do is embrace something that is completely foreign to you.[2]
- Have you never checked out that new restaurant in town because you don't know what it's like there? Now's the time to check it out.
- Have you avoided signing up for that English class you're interested in because you don't know anything about Romantic poetry? Go for it.
- Have you avoided the Barre classes at your yoga studio because you're afraid you won't know what you're doing? Take a beginner's class to dip your feet in.
[Edit]Don't knock anything before you try it. - Keep an open mind about things you've never done before. Close-minded people are famous for forming negative opinions of things they've never even tried. They may hate the other pizza place in town without even setting foot in the door, or they think the vegan movement is completely silly without ever trying it themselves. So, the next time you catch yourself espousing a negative opinion about something, ask yourself what evidence you have to support your ideas.[3]
- Try researching a subject to learn more about it. If, for example, you aren't sure why people are vegans, try searching online or checking out a book about it.
- If you find that there is absolutely no evidence to prove your case, then you should try that thing yourself before you say anything else.
[Edit]Accept more invitations. - Head out to a party or lunch with a new friend. Though you don't have to say yes to every invitation, you can make a habit of saying yes 50% more and going to parties or places where you never thought you'd end up. It could be a potluck at your neighbor's house, your aunt's yearly barbecue that you always skip, or even a poetry reading your friend has been trying to get you to go to for months. Exposing yourself to a wide variety of events will make you more open-minded.[4]
- Try to accept invitations to different types of events. Just saying yes to party invitations may not necessarily broaden your horizons if you say no to everything else.
- The next time you say no to something, ask yourself what lies behind this impulse: is this fear of the unknown? An unwillingness to step out of your comfort zone? The desire to be hanging out in bed in your pyjamas instead of meeting new people? Face the feeling and find a way to fight it.[5]
[Edit]See things from multiple perspectives. - Acknowledge that other people have opinions too. You could do this with almost anything in your life: politics, religion, education, personal beliefs, etc. You don't have to change your mind or bend any of your morals, but try to see things from the other side. You'll become more open-minded and learn how to put yourself in someone else's shoes.[6]
- Let's say you're a very devout Christian. Can you try reading up on other religions, or understanding the reasons why someone might not believe in God at all? Make a list of these reasons and see if it makes it easier for you to understand your differing perspectives. This doesn't mean you have to change your mind, but it will help you have a more open-minded outlook.
[Edit]Focus on the positives. - Many close-minded people view things in a negative light. The next time you catch a negative thought crossing your brain—or even the next time one escapes your lips—counter it with a positive thought.[7] It might help to think of 3 positive things for every 1 negative thought you have.[8]
- Let's say you catch yourself saying, "It's freezing today. This weather sucks." Can you think of anything good about the cold day? Try: "But there's nothing like drinking a pumpkin spice latte in your favorite café when it's cold outside." Or: "Maybe it'll snow later. I love snow."
- You can find the good in almost any situation. Maybe you hate your 2-hour commute, but you love the alone time you get to listen to your favorite audiobook.
[Edit]Mix up your routine. - Try something new and break your old habits. It doesn't have to be anything huge: maybe you have a bagel and cream cheese for breakfast instead of eggs and toast. Maybe you ride your bike to work instead of taking the subway. Getting out of a rut can really help open up your mind and help you start new habits.[9]
- Routines are a good way to bring order and stability to your life, and there's nothing wrong with them. But if you want to be more open-minded, mixing it up once in a while will show you that there's more than one way to live your life.
- Let's say you planned to stay in all weekend and watch that ''Law & Order'' marathon you've been craving. Your friend invites you to her beach house at the last minute—if you want to start changing your life for the better and to be more open to new experiences, then you might want to say yes.
[Edit]Read more. - Pick a variety of things to read and just dive in. You should read widely: non-fiction, literary fiction, magazines, newspapers, blogs, or anything in between. Read a book about a country you've never been to, or a book about a political movement you don't know much about. The more you know, the more power you'll have to make educated decisions and to be more open-minded.[10]
- Start a Goodreads account and try to tackle at least 3 books a month. See what other people are reading and get inspired.
- Spend hours at a bookshop or the library perusing the shelves until you find a book that speaks out to you. Then, make a goal of finishing it by the weekend.
- Join a book club by looking for one online or in your area. This will make you even more open to a wide variety of literature and will expose you to a number of new opinions.
[Edit]Travel as much as you can. - Open your mind to new experiences and cultures.[11] Though many people have a limited budget, you should make a habit of traveling when you find the money. If you only have a little bit of money to spare, just travel to a fun destination a few hours away from your hometown and try to learn something new. If you have more money to work with, go look at the Mayan ruins in Mexico, check out the plethora of museums in Paris, or spend a weekend in Montreal.[12]
- If you can't afford to travel, watch the Travel Network. Though it won't be as exciting as the real thing, it will give you more perspective into how people live in other countries.
[Edit]Get out of your comfort zone. - Pick something you're afraid of and try it out. Maybe you're afraid of heights. Go stand on the roof of a building (if it's allowed). Hate going to noisy restaurants? Make a dinner date and see how it goes. Afraid of meeting new people? Go to a singles' mixer or a meet-and-greet in your town or let your friend drag you to a party. Make a habit of doing this as often as you can and you'll slowly feel your mind opening up.[13]
- Write down 5 things that make you really uncomfortable. Find a way to do as many as you can. This will take time and courage, but you'll feel better for it!
[Edit]Don't judge a person until you know them. - Pre-judging someone can close off a relationship before it starts. Try to keep your opinion neutral until you actually chat with someone and get to know them more. Even if you've heard about them from a friend, you don't actually know much about them until you talk to them yourself.[14]
- The next time you meet a new person, try to really understand where they're coming from before you form any kind of an opinion. If they talk loudly, maybe they're used to being ignored or looked over. If they seem standoffish, they might just be anxious or shy.
- When you're meeting a friend of a friend, try to see it like this: if your friend likes this person, then there must be something good about them. Try to seek it out.
[Edit]Ask people lots of questions. - Learn something new from everyone you meet. You can do this with an old friend or someone you've never met before. Ask them what they've been up to, if they've read anything good lately, or how their last vacation was. The more interested you are in other people's lives, the more you'll learn from them.[15]
- If you know the person well, ask them about what their childhood was like. You may hear some really interesting details and will learn something new.
- For example, you might ask, "How are your parents doing?" "How's the city life treating you?" "What do you do for fun?" "Did you like growing up around here?"
[Edit]Make friends with people from different walks of life. - Broaden your friendship horizons to get different perspectives. It's fine to keep your close friends that you've known for 10 years, but you should also try to branch out a little. Make friends from work, your ceramics class, your favorite neighborhood bar, or from different classes in school as well.[16]
- Though you shouldn't hand pick your friends based on their diversity, try to hang out with people that have a variety of jobs, interests, and backgrounds.
- Try teaching other people about your ideas instead of arguing about them.
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| How to Clean Metal Posted: 24 Jun 2021 09:00 AM PDT Chances are there are several different types of metal in your home. Like anything else, metal accumulates dust and gets dirty over time. Luckily, you can use products you already have at home to clean most metals—there's no need to buy fancy specialty cleaners to get the job done. Here, we've gathered answers to some of your most common questions about how to clean the various types of metal you likely have around your home. [Edit]What products clean metal the best? - Acids, like lemon or vinegar, usually work best. While there are plenty of commercial cleaners out there, many of these include harmful or toxic chemicals. Cut a lemon in half, sprinkle it with salt, and rub it on the metal. The lemon dissolves the salt so it won't scratch the metal. You can also use a lint-free cloth soaked in vinegar or lemon juice.[1]
- Avoid abrasive cleansers and scrubbers, which can scratch the metal and damage the finish. If the metal is really dirty, soak it for a while, then wipe the dirt away.
- For burned-on food, fill the pot or pan with water and of lemon juice or white vinegar. Boil the mixture for 15 minutes, then empty it out and dry the item with a lint-free cloth.
[Edit]How do you make aluminum shine? - Try white vinegar or a lemon after cleaning with dish soap. Regular dish soap and warm water will clean off any of the surface dirt or grime. After that, rub a lemon over the surface to restore the shine. A soft cloth soaked in white vinegar will also do the trick! Just make sure you rinse the vinegar off with some warm water when you're done.[2]
- To make aluminum pots sparkle, add 1 tablespoon (14.79 milliliters) of white vinegar per quart (946.3 milliliters) of warm water and bring it to a boil. Let it boil for 15 minutes, then rinse out the pot and dry it with a lint-free cloth.
- You can also mix white vinegar and cream of tartar to form a paste. Rub the paste onto the surface of the metal and let it dry. Once it's dry, wash it off with warm water, then dry the metal with a lint-free cloth.
[Edit]Can you use vinegar on stainless steel? - No, the acid in vinegar can corrode stainless steel. Stainless steel is a lot easier to clean than other metals—regular dish soap and water should do the trick. Window cleaner is also good for cleaning larger stainless steel items, such as a refrigerator. Just make sure the ammonia doesn't come into contact with any food.[3]
- Wipe stainless steel in the direction of the metal's grain for a streak-free shine.
- Cleaners and wipes made specifically for stainless steel, which you can find wherever cleaning products are sold, are your best bet to keep your stainless steel looking like new.
[Edit]Can you wash a cast-iron skillet? - No, don't use dish soap on a cast-iron skillet except when you first buy it. Wash a cast-iron skillet with soap and warm water when it's brand new. Preheat your oven to and rub in vegetable oil so that it evenly covers the entire surface. Lay a sheet of aluminum foil on your oven rack, then put your skillet upside-down on top of it. Bake it for about an hour, then turn off the heat and let the metal cool.[4]
- After seasoning, your cast iron is ready to use. Whenever you cook something, simply rinse it with water and wipe it out with a soft cloth or paper towel. Never wash it with soap or put it in the dishwasher—the seasoning will strip away and you'll have to start all over again.
- When the surface of your cast-iron skillet starts to get dull and sticky, that's a sign that you need to season it again.
[Edit]What's the best way to clean copper? - Scrub copper with salt and vinegar to get rid of all the tarnish. Copper can be tricky to clean, but these common home products make it a piece of cake! Simply sprinkle salt on your copper object, then scrub it with a lint-free towel you've soaked in vinegar. Expect your towel to get dirty as you go—that means it's working![5]
- Grab a toothbrush dipped in vinegar and use that to get into tiny cracks and crevices where tarnish can easily build up.
[Edit]What gets rid of water spots on chrome? - Wipe chrome fixtures with a mix of equal parts vinegar and water. Soak a lint-free cloth in your mixture and gently rub the chrome. If it's especially dirty, wrap the cloth around the metal to let it soak for 10-15 minutes, then wipe it clean with another dry cloth.[6]
- Chrome is a soft metal, so avoid using any harsh abrasive cleaners or scrub brushes. They could scratch the metal and ruin the shine.
- For everyday cleaning, regular dish soap and water will keep your chrome looking its sparkly best.
[Edit]How can you clean pewter pieces? - Use dish soap and hot water to easily clean your pewter. Fill a bucket or large bowl with hot water and a few drops of dish soap. Swirl it around, then dip a sponge in it and use it to clean gently clean the pewter. After that, all you have to do is rinse it off with warm water and dry it with a lint-free cloth.[7]
- Pewter is a soft metal, frequently used for picture frames and other decorative objects. Avoid abrasive cleaners or scrub brushes, which can scratch the surface.
- If you have polished pewter, use any all-purpose metal polish to make it shine when you're done cleaning it. If your pewter has more of a matte finish, there's no need to polish it.
[Edit]Do I need a special polish for brass? - No, you can restore brass with a paste of lemon juice and baking soda. Get a teaspoon (4.8 grams) of baking soda and stir in the juice from about half a lemon until you get a smooth paste. Apply the paste to your brass item with a soft cloth, then rinse with water and dry it off.[8]
- If your brass is heavily tarnished, let the paste sit for about 30 minutes before you rinse it off. You might also have to repeat the process more than once.
- Believe it or not, you can also clean brass with ketchup, tomato sauce, or tomato paste! Just smear it on the brass with a lint-free cloth and leave it on for an hour. Then, rinse with warm water and dish soap and you're good to go.
- Commercial cleaners and polishes designed specifically for brass are easy to find wherever cleaning products are sold and will typically do the job faster.
[Edit]Is gold or silver polish necessary? - No, you can normally clean gold and silver without commercial polishes. Dish soap will work just as well as a commercial polish for cleaning gold and silver. Commercial polishes tend to work faster than other cleaning methods and can be more convenient to use. At the same time, some brands are also pretty toxic. Wear rubber gloves and work in a well-ventilated area if you're using a commercial polish.[9]
- Soak gold in a mix of warm water and 2 to 3 drops of dish soap. Stir the mixture together until the water is sudsy, then drop your gold into the water for 15-30 minutes. Use a clean, soft brush (a toothbrush works well) to dislodge any dirt in crevices. Rinse the gold off under cold water—put small jewelry in a colander so you don't lose it. Then, all that's left to do is dry it off with a lint-free cloth.[10]
[Edit]How do you restore tarnished silverware? - Remove the tarnish with baking soda and water. Line a pot with aluminum foil and fill it with of water. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 45 grams) of baking soda and bring it to a boil. Put your silver in the boiling water and continue to let it boil until the foil turns black. Use tongs to take your silver out of the water, then dry it off with a lint-free towel.[11]
- If you're not happy with the results, set up your water and baking soda mix and do it again. Extremely tarnished silverware might need a couple of rounds.
- For more ornate designs, use a soft toothbrush to gently brush away the tarnish in grooves and crevices before you dry it off.
[Edit]How do you clean old rusted metal? - Soak dirty, rusty metal in white vinegar overnight. This will get rid of most of the surface dirt and rust. After soaking, scrub the metal with steel wool or a wire brush to get more of the rust off. If you're satisfied with the metal's appearance, wash it off with dish soap and warm water, then dry it with a lint-free cloth.[12]
- If the metal still looks rusty or dirty, let it soak in white vinegar overnight again. For really dirty metals, you may need to leave them soaking for a couple of days.
- If the item is too large to soak, mix baking soda and water to form a paste, then apply the paste with a lint-free cloth. Let the paste dry, then use a cloth soaked in warm water to wash it off. Keep in mind you may have to do this several times before the item starts looking like new.
- To prevent metal items from getting rusty, use a soft cloth to apply a small amount of mineral oil 2-3 times a year. And always keep your metal items clean and dry—if you need to wash them, dry them off as quickly as possible, and don't leave them soaking in water.
- Sometimes metal items, particularly antiques, are prettier with a tarnished, aged patina. If you've got a decorative object, consider leaving it alone rather than trying to restore it to a like-new state.[13]
[Edit]Warnings - When using commercial chemical cleaners, work in a well-ventilated area and always wear rubber gloves.
- Never use white vinegar on knives. The acid can damage both the finish and the exposed edge.[14]
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| How to Find True North Without a Compass Posted: 24 Jun 2021 01:00 AM PDT If you're trying to find your way around in the wilderness and you don't have a compass, don't worry! There are ways to figure out which direction is true north during the day time and at night. By using the sun, shadows, and the stars, you won't have any trouble finding true north and heading in the right direction. [Edit]Using the Shadow-Stick Method During the Day - Find a straight stick that is long. If you're in a wilderness situation, there are likely branches all around you. A straight stick at least long will cast a clean, visible shadow so you can find your direction. Generally the longer the stick, the longer the shadow will be. This helps make the shadow more visible.[1]
- The thickness of the stick can vary, but something around should work in most situations. If the sky is overcast, a thicker stick can help cast a more visible shadow.
- Poke the stick into flat, clean ground. Insert the stick so it's standing straight up. If the ground is hard, poke a hole with a knife or other tool you may have. Notice how the stick casts a shadow—that's the shadow you'll use to find your direction.[2]
- Use rocks or dirt to keep the stick standing up straight.
- It's important that the shadow is cast on flat ground, free of grass and other vegetation. If the ground is uneven or grassy, the shadow will be distorted. Clear some ground if you have to.
- Put a rock at the end of the shadow. This rock marks the shadow's original location. Mark the original location because as the sun moves across the sky, the shadow will move too.[3]
- Since the sun moves across the sky east to west, it's casting a shadow on the opposite side. This means that the shadow's original location is your western-most point.
- Wait 20 minutes. This allows enough time for the sun to move across the sky. If the shadow hasn't visibly moved enough after 20 minutes, wait another 10.[4]
- If you have no way to keep time, then just keep an eye on the shadow. When you see that it's moved, you can mark the new location and proceed.
- Mark the shadow's new location. As the sun moves, the shadow will move east. Put either a rock or stick at the end of the shadow to mark it's new location.[5]
- Remember, use something that won't blow away. If you lose both shadow locations, you'll have to start over.
- Draw a straight line between the rocks. Since the sun is moving west across the sky, the shadow's new location will be further east. Connecting these 2 rocks creates an east-west line, the first step in finding which way north is.[6]
- To connect the 2 rocks, you can either draw a straight line in the dirt or lay a straight stick between them.
- Mark a 'W' on the original location and an 'E' on the new location. This creates a compass so you don't forget which side is which.[7]
- Remember that the directions on a compass are North, East, South, and West in a clockwise direction. If you forget the order of the directions on a compass, remember the phrase "Never Eat Soggy Watermelon," a memory device to remember the directions.
- Put your left foot on 'W' and your right foot on the 'E' to find north. When you're in this position, your front will be facing north and your back will be facing south. This completes the compass. The north you're facing is true north, because you've used the sun rather than the Earth's magnetic field.[8]
- If you want to keep track of these directions, mark an 'N' where your front is facing and an 'S' where your back is facing to keep track.
- This method works the same in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The only difference is that in the Northern Hemisphere, the sun will be at your back, and in the Southern Hemisphere the sun will be in front of you.[9]
[Edit]Using an Analog Watch and the Sun - Remove your analog watch and hold it in front of you. Get a good view of the watch face and where the hour and minute hands are pointing.[10]
- For this method, use an analog watch with an hour and minute hand. A digital watch won't work.
- Point the hour hand toward the sun if you're in the Northern Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the sun points toward the south. Line up your watch's hour hand with the sun as the first step to discovering the north-south line.[11]
- Find the halfway mark between the hour hand and 12 o'clock. In the Northern Hemisphere, this halfway point marks the north-south line. True north is the side pointing away from the sun.[12]
- Some analog watches have an adjustable rim for direction finding. If your watch has this, you can adjust it so an arrow sits at this halfway point.
- Note that this method isn't perfect because time zones throughout the world are not always consistent. You may not be able to locate the precise point of true north, but it will give you its general location.
- Point the 12 o'clock mark towards the sun if you're in the Southern Hemisphere. Then find the halfway mark between the hour hand and the 12 o'clock point to locate the north-south line.[13]
- In the Southern Hemisphere, true north is the side pointing towards the sun.
- Use 1 o'clock instead of 12 during Daylight Savings. Depending on the time of year and area of the world, Daylight Savings time could be in effect. The method works the same, but use since there is a 1-hour time difference, use 1 o'clock instead of 12.[14]
- Remember that Daylight Savings is between March and November in participating areas.
[Edit]Finding the North Star in the Northern Hemisphere - Locate the Big Dipper constellation. This constellation, also known as Ursa Major, is the key to finding the North Star (Polaris), the star that shows you where true north is in the Northern Hemisphere. This is a large constellation, and finding it on a clear night is easy.[15]
- The Big Dipper gets its name because it looks like a large spoon and is made up of some of the brightest stars in the sky. Look up and find the collection of stars that look like this.
- Contrary to popular belief, the North Star is not the brightest star in the sky. Use these constellations to locate it.
- Find the outer edge of the Big Dipper. The outer edge, what looks like the end of a spoon, is made up of 2 stars. These 2 stars are known as "pointers," because they literally point towards the North Star.[16]
- Draw an imaginary line outward from the pointer stars. This line should extend through the top of the spoon. The North Star sits at the end of this line.[17]
- The North Star forms the end of the handle on the Little Dipper and is the brightest star in that constellation. When you think you've found the North Star, look around it and see if it's part of a small, spoon-shaped constellation. If so, then you've located it.
- Stand facing the North Star. When you're facing the North Star, you're facing true north. You can now use this knowledge to figure out the other directions.[18]
- Remember if you're facing north, the other directions from right to left are east, south, and west.
- Estimate the distance if the sky is cloudy. Sometimes the weather doesn't cooperate with this method. In this case, you can still find the Big Dipper and estimate the distance to the North Star.[19]
- The North Star is approximately 6 times the distance between the 2 pointer stars. Look at the space between those 2 stars and then multiply that distance by 6. This gives you the approximate location for the North Star.
[Edit]Navigating with Stars in the Southern Hemisphere - Locate the Southern Cross constellation. If you're in the Southern Hemisphere, the North Star won't help you navigate. Instead, find true south using the Southern Cross constellation. This constellation is always visible in the Southern Hemisphere.[20]
- The constellation is made up of 4 bright stars that form a kite shape if you trace the border around them.
- Find the pointer stars. Outside the Southern Cross are 2 more bright stars known as the pointers. These are roughly parallel with the 2 stars in the Southern Cross that are closest together.[21]
- The pointer stars are some of the brightest in the Southern Hemisphere. If you're having trouble finding the Southern Cross, locating the pointer stars is a good starting point.
- Draw an imaginary line down from the longest angle in the Southern Cross. Two stars in the Southern Cross, Gacrux and Acrux, are the furthest apart in the constellation. Starting at the top, imagine a line extending between these 2 stars, and then continuing at the same angle outward.[22]
- Hold a strong or a straight stick out in front of you to help envision a straight line.
- Depending on the time of year, this line may hit the ground since the constellation rotates along with Earth.
- Draw an imaginary line from the midpoint between the pointers. The same way you drew an imaginary line from the Southern Cross, now find the midpoint between the pointers and extend a line outward. This line should intersect with the line you drew from the Southern Cross. That intersection point is true south.[23]
- Use a natural landmark as a reference point. For instance, a tall tree in the distance could mark the intersection between the 2 lines, indicating where true south is.
- Turn around 180 degrees with your back facing south to find true north. When you locate true south, it's simply a matter of turning around to find true north. Make sure you rotate exactly 180 degrees, or you'll be off-center and not facing true north.[24]
- Remember, if you're lost in the wilderness, the best survival tip is to stay put. This helps rescuers find your location and get you to safety. If you keep moving, rescuers will have to track you, delaying their work.
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| How to Name Your Sounds on TikTok Posted: 23 Jun 2021 05:00 PM PDT When you upload a video to TikTok without using any of the app's built-in sounds, TikTok creates an audio file in addition to your video file. If you give your TikTok audio file a creative name, other TikTok users may come across it and want to use it in their own videos. This can help make both your sound and your TikTok account more popular. This wikiHow will show you how to name your own sounds on TikTok. - Open the TikTok app. It's the black icon with a white music note inside. You can find it on your home screen, in your app list, or by searching.
- Upload a TikTok video containing the sound you want to use. Use the video recorder to record the sound you want to use on TikTok. Once the video is uploaded, you'll be able to change the name of the sound.
- Make sure not to apply any of TikTok's sounds to the video when uploading.
- If TikTok is able to identify any music playing in the background, your video will be categorized with the other videos with the same music, and you will not be able to name the audio.
- When you upload the video/sound, you may want to set it to private so that others can't see what you are working on until you are finished.
- Tap the profile icon. It's the outline of a person at the bottom-right corner. This displays your uploaded videos.
- Tap the video with the sound you want to rename. This plays the video.
- Tap the record icon. It's at the bottom-right corner of the video—look for the record icon containing your profile photo that's surrounded by musical notes.
- If you just uploaded the video, you may have to wait a couple of minutes for the icon to appear.
- Tap the pencil icon next to "original sound." Your sound is called "original sound" by default, and you'll see that at the top of the page. Tapping the pencil icon allows you to change the sound's name to something else.
- You will only be able to change the name of your sound once, so make sure you choose something you'll want to keep.
- Type a name for your sound. Tap the typing area to open the keyboard. Be sure not to use a title that violates someone else's intellectual property rights—for example, you wouldn't want to name your sound after a popular artist and song title.
- Tap . It's at the top-right corner. This saves the name of your audio file. You can now use this audio file in any of your videos.
- If you want other people to be able to use your sound in their own videos, the sound's original video will need to be public.
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