Time Savers from Getmoredone.com
We all have done it, some maybe more than others. Regardless I have dug up an online resource with some great tips on how to get more done. The includes articles on “How To Stop Procrastinating“, “How To Prepare For Meetings“, “How To Delegate” and more. I found this resource very useful and hope you will to. Check it out at http://www.getmoredone.com.
Browsershots.org allows you to test your site in multiple browsers and operating systems
browser-shots.gifIn the past I have mentioned Browsercam a ‘pay’ for service that allows you to test a site in multiple browsers / operating systems. While this is a great tool for professional web developers who don’t mind paying for every test. There is an alternative for freelance web developers and the weekend warrior. Browsershots.org is a FREE service that allows you to specify settings such as screen resolution, Flash media player, and more. Once you have chosen your configurations and submitted your sites url Browsershots.org will take screenshots of your site using multiple machines with the hardware/software configurations you specified. Browsershots.org does have it’s short comings. The preview is not generated instantly and is instead added to a queue to be processed in the order it was received. This creates a delay and you have to check back with the page, but it beats the hell out of calling everyone you know with a different type of system, browser, etc. to ask them to check out your site and send you a screenshot.
Link: Browsershots.org
Make Windows XP do the Aero Flip 3d effect (Windows)
I love the Windows Vista Aero Flip3D feature, but unfortunately I have to stick with Windows XP for software reasons. TopDesk is a great little tool that will give you the features of Aero Flip3D on Windows XP and more. TopDesk features several different rotate modes, flip styles, color customization, window labels, and more. There is also a feature to quickly show the desktop by placing all your windows at the bottom edge of the screen (F11). You can ALT+Tab to view a vertical view of all open windows.
Keyboard Shorcut tips
- ALT+TAB = Flip, Grid, Spatial (Depending on settings)
- F11 = Minimize your Windows (toggle) works great.
- Tip : Use the mouse wheel to scroll through windows when in tile mode.
Got a favorite piece of software you think would go great with TopDesk? Send me a Tip to tips@timmatheson.com
GTD: Getting Things Done Explained
If you are new to David Allen’s Getting Things Done system or just wondering what the heck it is, then check out WikiPedia’s definition of Getting Things Done. The page explains (in detail) what the Getting Things Done system is all about. This should get you on the right track and on your way to GTD zen. If you are still interested in David Allen’s methods check out his book at Amazon.com.
Getting things done with Nozbe
If you are following David Allen’s Getting Things Done program and are looking for a one stop solution to get things done. Then you might want to try Nozbe.
Quick Tip: Launchy - Reboot, Restart, and Logoff Windows (Windows Only)
There is no doubt, Launchy is my right hand Windows app when it comes to productivity. If you haven’t checked out Launchy yet you should give it a go. Launchy allows you to launch any application on your machine by typing part of or the whole name of the program into Launchy’s menu. The Launchy menu remains hidden until suddenly awaken by pressing the Alt+Space bar. You can configure Launchy to open on different key combonations, apply skins, and even run it from your USB drive. I have three quick tips for those of you already using this great tool.