Digital Basics
The everyday basics, taught gently.
Lots of people can scroll and maybe send an email, but were never shown the rest. Printing, screenshots, signing a form online, a video call to see the family. There is nothing wrong with not knowing. We will walk through each one together, in plain words, on a phone or a computer.
Not sure where to begin?Answer a few easy questions and we’ll point you to the right first lesson. No test, no wrong answers.
Find my start Getting comfortable
The small basics that make everything else easier.
DoneSearch the web for an answerType a question and find an answer online.Show me DoneWhat a file is, and how to find oneA file is a saved thing. Here is how to find it.Show me DoneTurn it off and on when something is stuckA quick restart safely fixes most stuck devices.Show me DoneTalk instead of typeSpeak your words and watch them turn into text.Show me DoneMake it louder or quieterTurn the sound up or down on your phone or computer.Show me
Make it easier to see and hear
Gentle settings that are kinder on your eyes and ears.
DoneMake the words bigger and easier to seeMake text bigger so it is easier to read.Show me DoneHave your phone read to youLet your phone read words out loud to you.Show me DoneMake everything on screen biggerTurn on a built-in zoom to make your whole screen bigger.Show me DoneMake the screen brighter or dimmerChange your screen light to be easy on your eyes.Show me
Getting online
Wi-Fi, apps, videos, and finding your way around.
DoneConnect to Wi-FiJoin Wi-Fi so your phone or computer can use the internet.Show me DoneGet an app from the app storeDownload a free app safely, one calm step at a time.Show me DoneSave a website you likeSave a website so you can find it again fast.Show me DoneWatch a videoFind and play a free video on YouTube.Show me DoneGet directions to a placeYour phone can show you the way to almost anywhere, free.Show me
Email & messages
Reach the people you love, your own way.
Seeing your people
Video calls, contacts, and voicemail.
DoneMake a video call to see your familySee your family's faces with a free video call.Show me DoneJoin a video call someone sent youOpen their message, tap the link, and join the call.Show me DoneSave a phone numberKeep a number safe so you never lose it.Show me DoneListen to a voicemailPlay back a message left when you missed a call.Show me
Photos & files
Take, find, keep, and send pictures and documents.
DoneTake a screenshotSave a picture of whatever is on your screen.Show me DoneFind a photo you took and share itFind one of your photos and send it to someoneShow me DoneTake a clear photo of a document to sendTurn a paper page into a clear photo you can send.Show me DoneTake a photoSnap a picture, or a selfie, in a few taps.Show me DoneKeep your photos safe (back them up)Copy your photos to a safe online spot, for free.Show me DoneDelete a photoRemove a photo you do not want, the safe way.Show me
Forms, signing & printing
Handle everyday paperwork, even with no printer.
Accounts & passwords
Get into your accounts and keep them safe.
DoneMake a password you can rememberBuild a strong password you will not forget.Show me DoneSign up for an account, step by stepMake a new account on a site, calm and easy.Show me DoneGet back in when you forget your passwordForgot your password? Reset it in a few calm steps.Show me DoneThe text with a code (two-step login)Type the short code a site sends you to log in.Show me