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Akelpad linesfilter.js1/2/2024 ![]() ![]() Changed: flag 64 of manual parameter "MouseOptions" now applies for any types of line mouse selection.Optional parameter with code 1 now changes case for all text, if no selection. ![]() Changed: inverted action of case changing commands 4175-4180 - now default is case changing for the current word if no selection.To remove SmartSel messages at program start, go to the plugins dialog (Alt+P) and click OK. Changed: moved SmartSel::altSmartHome, SmartSel::altSmartEnd, SmartSel::altSmartUpDown, SmartSel::altNoSelEOL to settings dialog SmartSel::Settings.Plugins support (syntax highlighting, folding, auto-completion, scripts execution, keyboard macros and much more).Printing of a document and print preview.Remember file codepage and caret position.Support of DOS/Windows, Unix and Mac newline formats.Support of any codepage installed in the system.Support of Unicode codepages (UTF-8, UTF-16LE, UTF-16BE, UTF-32LE, UTF-32BE).Full support of Unicode strings on Unicode systems (NT/2000/XP/2003/Vista/Seven).Single window (SDI), multi-window (MDI) and pseudo multi-window modes (PMDI).AkelPad displays text using a specially designed control, AkelEdit, a replacement for Windows' Rich Edit control, which gives AkelPad additional control over text display and behavior. Although AkelPad is written as a text editor, its use of available plugins provides considerably more power than NotePad. AkelPad is an open source editor for plain text. ![]()
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Busycontacts and instagram1/2/2024 ![]() ![]() All available contact lists are on the left-hand side. ![]() It’s got to be easy on the eye to make people want to dive into it and they’ve achieved that. BusyMac have stuck with a format that works. ![]() When you open the application for the first time, users of Bus圜al will be very familiar with the interface. Clicking on a contact produced an activity field filled with their latest tweets. Adding my Twitter account was an easy experience and watching all of my contacts fill up there, with phone number fields filled in was great to see.
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Lemon custard tart recipe1/2/2024 ![]() ![]() What equipment do I need to make lemon curd tartlets? ![]() ![]() Feel free to adjust the amount used to suit your tastes too. Granulated sugar: for sweetness in the curd.Lemons: the star of this bake! I love using fresh lemons, but remember to zest them before you juice for a much easier and stress-free bake!.You want to keep it as cold as possible throughout the whole making process. Ice cold water: make sure to use cold water when making your pastry.I also use whole eggs (the white and the yolk) in making the lemon curd. Eggs: yolks in the pastry add richness and flavour.Make sure to use cold butter to make your pastry. Butter: I use unsalted butter here in both the pastry and the curd.Icing/Powdered Sugar: for sweetening your shortcrust pastry.Flour: I use plain flour for my pastry for this tart as it I do not want any rise in it.What ingredients do I need to make lemon curd tartlets? As such, if you are someone who prefers more lemony bakes, go ahead and increase how much you use! Tasting as you make your lemon curd is always a good idea to get the flavour you prefer. Some people like their lemon bakes to be really tart, I make mine a little more sweet. Of course, using them in sweet foods comes with its own set of concerns. From salads and dressings, to a squeeze in curries and sauces to cakes and bakes, the tangy notes of lemon are always welcome in my kitchen! I love using them in all sorts of cooking and baking, both savoury and sweet. Lemons have always been, for me, like a little ray of sunshine in life. ![]()
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Chicken bake1/2/2024 ![]() The secret behind this baked chicken is the simple, magic seasoning This has the double effect of even cooking as well as tenderising the meat. My last tip for a truly great Baked Chicken Breast is to pound it to even thickness, either with a rolling pin, meat mallet or even with your fist (very therapeutic). Basically, once the surface of the chicken is caramelised, it’s cooked to perfection inside so get it out of the oven! ![]() The seasoning for this chicken is actually a really great indicator for when the chicken is cooked to perfection. ![]() Cooking it hard and fast at a high temperature is the secret to gorgeous caramelisation and ultra juicy chicken inside. Yes it adds sweetness but don’t worry, this baked chicken breast is still savoury! How long to cook chicken breastĪ medium chicken breast will take 18 – 20 minutes to bake at 220C / 425F. Makes it juicy – the chicken sweat while it bakes, so you end up with wetness that makes the chicken more juicy than the usual baked chicken breast. Makes more seasoning, so you can coat the breast thoroughly and give it a beautiful crust without overpowering it with lots of spices that need longer to cook than chicken breast does and Made with just brown sugar, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper, the secret ingredient in this is brown sugar: Enter – a fabulous simple, magic chicken seasoning for baked chicken breast: The Chicken Breast Seasoning We can never have too many really great quick chicken breast recipes!Īs simple as it sounds, if you whack a seasoned breast in the oven without thought, the chances are you’ll be chewing your way through dry chicken, furiously squirting over copious amounts of ketchup to try to salvage it. So today, I’m sharing my recipe for how I make Oven Baked Chicken Breast. ![]() Though I always stand firm that brown meat is better than white – more flavour, more juiciness – lean chicken breast is a regular in my shopping trolley, week after week. This is a reader-favourite recipe included by popular demand in my debut cookbook “Dinner”! A JUICY Baked Chicken Breast! It’s simple, fast and incredibly tasty! This is a reader-favourite alongside Honey Garlic Chicken, this epic Parmesan Crusted Chicken and crispy Garlic Chicken. It’s a JUICY Oven Baked Chicken Breast sprinkled with a magic simple seasoning, baked until caramelised. This is the most popular of all chicken breast recipes that I’ve ever published. ![]()
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Caffeine half life counter1/2/2024 ![]() ![]() Of course, this timeframe can be affected by a few factors, such as the type of coffee consumed and the individual’s metabolism. This means that if you drink a cup of coffee at 9 am, there’s a good chance that some of the effects of the caffeine will still be felt in your body until 9 pm or later. In general, the answer to this question is that the effects of caffeine in coffee can take anywhere from 6 to 12 hours to leave your system. How long does coffee last in your system? Some people also take caffeine in pill form as a weight-loss aid or a performance enhancer for long-distance running or sports. It is commonly added to over-the-counter pain relievers and other medications to improve efficacy. Tea, cocoa, and some energy drinks are other popular options.Ĭaffeine is also found in medicine. It’s estimated that around 83 percent of American adults drink coffee regularly. Coffee is the most popular beverage choice containing caffeine. It is odorless and has a bitter taste.Ĭaffeine is mainly consumed through drinks. When ingested, caffeine acts on the central nervous system and affects the brain, stimulating it to produce a slight boost in alertness and energy. What is caffeine?Ĭaffeine is a stimulant drug found naturally in plants such as coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans, and kola nuts. However, caffeine usually takes between four and six hours to wear off. The exact answer to this question depends on a few factors, such as how much caffeine is consumed and how quickly it enters the bloodstream. This doesn’t mean that the amount of caffeine in their system takes longer to wear off–it just means that they need to ingest more to achieve the same desired effects. This will take the body between 4 and 6 hours to eliminate the caffeine consumed.įor habitual caffeine drinkers, the effects may last even longer because they tend to develop a tolerance to it. The elimination rate depends on the person some people eliminate caffeine faster than others.īut regardless of individual differences, the half-life of caffeine–the amount of time it takes for the body to eliminate half of the caffeine present–is around 5.7 hours for healthy adults. As time goes on, the body breaks down and processes the caffeine. This is when its effects become noticeable. Many people need to learn how long that stimulation lasts or how long it takes for the effects of caffeine to wear off.Īfter ingesting caffeine, it takes about 15 to 45 minutes to travel from the gastrointestinal tract and into the bloodstream. So, how long does coffee stay in your system? ![]() But after that cup is finished, there’s an unavoidable side effect for many people: that feeling of the caffeine still being in the system hours later. doi:10.1016/j.neubiorev.2009.01.How long do coffee last in your system? When it comes to enjoying a cup of coffee, there’s nothing quite like the smell, taste, and feeling of being energized and ready to start the day. Caffeine use in children: what we know, what we have left to learn, and why we should worry. Caffeinated Drink Cited in Reports of 13 Deaths. The New York Times. Cardiovascular responses to caffeine by gender and pubertal stage. Temple JL, Ziegler AM, Graczyk A, Bendlin A, Sion T, Vattana K. Caffeine intake reduces sleep duration in adolescents. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). 5th edition. Center for Science in the Public Interest.Īmerican Psychiatric Association. Sources of caffeine in diets of us children and adults: trends by beverage type and purchase location. Mitchell DC, Knight CA, Hockenberry J, Teplansky R, Hartman TJ. Caffeine (1, 3, 7-trimethylxanthine) in foods: a comprehensive review on consumption, functionality, safety, and regulatory matters. Energy drinks: a new health hazard for adolescents. Pennington N, Johnson M, Delaney E, Blankenship MB. High caffeine intake in adolescents: associations with difficulty sleeping and feeling tired in the morning. Orbeta RL, Overpeck MD, Ramcharran D, Kogan MD, Ledsky R. ![]()
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Shatter pen vs dab pen1/2/2024 ![]() This BHO concentrate has looks similar to ear wax. The consistency of wax is like coconut oil. However, quite a lot of differences are present between these two substances. It is this molecular alignment that ensures that light can pass through shatter, and it also gives the concentrate its brittle texture. In the case of shatter, these blocks are stacked neatly, on top of one another kind of like a wall has been built. Simply put, try to view BHO molecules as Lego blocks. All this can better be explained by cumbersome chemical terminologies. Other variables also have a role to play. The transparency of shatter can be attributed to the temperature that is maintained during extraction and finishing. It has the consistency of thin peanut brittle. The amber liquid turns into shatter as it solidifies after being left to cool. Similar to other concentrates made from butane, this one is also manufactured when the chemical is forced through the cannabis material, producing an amber liquid. The concentrate can occasionally be transparent, as well. Users now have the opportunity of enjoying a unique vaping experience using the exciting new products that are currently available such as shatter pen, wax pens, and dab pens.Īlso referred to as shatter wax, shatter is a translucent concentrate that resembles rock candy and Jolly Rancher to a large extent. The market has witnessed a revolution with regards to how these products can be consumed. Shatter, and wax concentrates are not far behind. They can opt for one of the many portable vaporizers available on the market and find out what works best for them. For instance, those who prefer dry herbs have more choices than to opt for blunts or glass pipes. ![]() With the popularity that cannabis products have acquired in recent times, it is hardly surprising that there are many new options that consumers now have with regards to a portable vaporizer. ![]() Vaping shatter, crumble, or wax would no longer be a problem once you read this guide. This guide would tell you everything that you need to know about this. It can be quite confusing for a lot of people to understand how they can vape shatter using a dab or wax pen. How To Smoke Dabs in A Vape Pen? How To Use Concentrates in A Wax Vape Pen or Dab Pen? ![]()
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Flutter sleeve wrap dress1/2/2024 ![]() ![]() The flutter sleeve design is so simple that all you have to do is make some pleats. How To Make A Flutter Sleeve Pattern Right On Your Fabric ![]() Keep the needle and upper looper tensions at their normal settings. And the fabric edge rolls to the underside as the stitches wrap around the edge. When the lower looper tension is tightened, the upper looper thread wraps around the edge to the underside of the fabric. Make the stitch width very narrow too.įor the rolled hem we will need to tighten the tension of the lower looper almost completely (I put it on 6). You need to use a short stitch length (put it to 1) so the thread completely covers the edge. Settings for a rolled hem are not difficult but you need to change the stitch width, stitch length, and tension. ![]() The stitch is formed by the right needle and both loopers. It’s called rolled hem because the serger usually rolls the fabric edge to the wrong side where it’s hidden under stitching. A rolled hem is one of my favorite serger stitches and I think it’s a very attractive finish. This is the most common rolled edge, available on practically all models of sergers. I personally prefer to use natural fibers especially if the material touches the body. So avoid those fabrics when making your flutter sleeves. Quilting cotton, cotton twill, satin, and other thicker fabrics with lots of body will not work well for flutter sleeves so they don’t stick out awkwardly on the arms. Polyester chiffon, rayon challis, cotton voile, and lightweight novelty knits are some other options you can try. If the dress is from a lightweight material you can use the same for the sleeves but in my case, the dress material was too heavy for the sleeves. And of course the same color as the dress, or a color that works well with it. You want something drapey and lightweight like this natural silk chiffon I used here. Properly chosen fabric is the key to a good flutter sleeve. What You’ll Need To Make Your Flutter Sleeves For a more complete picture, I recommend exploring both versions. If you’re looking to add a feminine touch to your simple dress, then flutter sleeves are just what you need!Īttention! If you like the video format, at the bottom of this post, look for a YouTube video version where there is a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a flutter sleeve. They’re easy to make and flattering on many body types! A pear body shape is best suited for this type of sleeve because they give volume to the upper part of the body and its width balances the figure. These flowy loose sleeves are perfect for summer tops and dresses. ✅ Related tutorial: How to dress well: flattering clothes that hide figure flaws ✅ Related tutorial: How to choose clothes and patterns to hide a big tummy ![]() No, this is not a sleeve that will protect you from the elements! But this is another trick in our arsenal to use for enhancing the body appearance and de-emphasizing the less desirable features. As the name suggests, a flutter sleeve is quite literally a fluttering piece of fabric that hangs off your arm. ![]()
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Vankyo projector v6301/1/2024 ![]() ![]() I know this is an old post but I came across this when I was researching the Vankyo V630 and thought others might be doing the same. Not solely because of the 4k, but because it will usually have a smart os, slightly louder speakers, more HDMI ports and will be usable in a bright environment. At that price point though they're just better off getting a cheap 4k tv from Best Buy or Walmart. Which is straight up unrealistic unless they get lucky with a used unit. I literally see post on this subreddit asking for bare minimum native 1080p (but maybe 4k) resolution, extremely bright 3k+ lumens, great sound, smart tv feature, durable and they're only willing to spend $250. And 90% of the time the price gap between the Chinese knock off and refurbished unit isn't that significant ($100-$200). All of those things determine how an image will look, even if the environment conditions are not optimal. You're not just gaining resolution, but gaining better colors, contrast ratio and more luminance (not some inflated number) on-top of a better build quality. You show someone a cheap Chinese 480p projector next to a refurbished known brand (Optoma, Benq, Epson) 1080p or even 720p and they would be able to spot the difference immediately. But, I have to disagree with your statement that people don't care about resolution. That's fine, people can choose to spend their money however they want to, even if it's essentially a waste. ![]() If they just want the gimmick of a big ass screen then they should just look on Amazon's ranking and pick the cheapest thing with the best reviews. People tend to come on this subreddit expecting to get champagne with a malt liquor budget, it's just not realistic and they're better off just saving a little longer for something that will give better image quality and durability. Still it's way cheaper than a 4ktv of equal size, but it's still an investment. You're going to want to invest in a screen, paint the surrounding area to reduce reflection and invest in a quality sound set-up (budget 2.0 can be had for under $300). Sure you can just throw the image on a blank wall and call it a day, but if you really want fully utilize your projector. Once you get into the "budget enthusiasts" range (sub 1k) you're really getting decent quality, but limited to 1080p. At that price point the person would just be better off going with a cheaper 4k set from TCL, etc. But, for someone only wanting to spend $100-$250, they're going to get size but no where near decent image quality. It costs $269.99, but if you clip the Amazon coupon, you can take off another $50 on the Vankyo website to pay just $219.99.It's cheaper in terms of size to dollar ratio when you're comparing to tvs. Plus, it makes itself useful as a way of making mobile device fans join in with a shared experience, which these days is something of a rarity. The Vankyo Performance V630W projector is a great upgrade to the previous model, and the new features make it even more of a family film night workhorse. Ultimately, I suppose they decided not to add either of those features to keep costs down, instead ploughing the money into build quality and brightness. Also, they added Wi-Fi, so they could have also added YouTube or Netflix players, etc. You can scratch acrylic more easily, too. The acrylic lens is very good and sharp and has no perceptible chromatic aberration, but I’m old-fashioned and glass is better. ![]() It’s hard to find any negative things to say about this projector, but something I would add is a glass lens. Honorable mentions: I love the digital keystone settings, which are so much better at making the picture square on the screen than the mechanical rotational knob on the lens, which tends to make the top and bottom of the picture soft. ![]()
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Maxel ocean max jigging reel1/1/2024 ![]() ![]() Random authentication via phone may take place for quality and customer security. Orders normally take 1-2 business days to process for shipping. Shipping and delivery dates are based on the Availability of the items and the Shipping option. If the shipment price is lower than the actual shipping quote, we will refund the difference. When ordering multiple rods and/or blanks, we will consolidate packaging. $25 flat rate shipping for rods and blanks. All Rods and Reels require Signature Confirmation. We offer UPS for Rods and Reels due to delivery concerns. Heavy duty anodizing for maximum corrosion resistanceįree shipping for orders over $100.00 in continental United States, EXCLUDING rods, blanks and other oversize items.High leverage handle with counter balanced knob.Carbon drag delivers wide range, smooth performance even when wet.Super precise, oversized, shielded stainless steel ball bearings.High precision, heat treated, stainless steel gears.Super strong, cold forged aluminum spool and side plates.Precision machined, rigid, one piece tempered aluminum frame.The 05 and 06 sizes come standard with aluminum ball knobs, all other sizes come standard with Rubber T bar knobs. Maxel Ocean Max Jigging Reels come in eight sizes and are available in three colors: Blue/Silver Gunsmoke/Silver Copper/Black. While designed for jigging for big fish, the smaller sizes make great inshore reels for fluke, striped bass, bluefish, cod, grouper and more! The heat treated stainless steel gears inside of these reels are built to handle the kind of stress and torque when using so much drag. With the dual drag system, these reels put out anywhere from 33-54 lbs of drag at max! That is an incredible amount of power. In addition to expert knowledge, you'll get fast worldwide shipping and no hassle returns when you order your next rod and reel combo from TackleDirect.The Maxel Ocean Max Single Speed Lever Drag Reels are specifically designed for jigging and are as powerful as they are pretty! They are constructed of aluminum with an aluminum frame, sideplate and handle. We put that passion to work helping you get the same pleasure from this pastime. We don't just sell tackle - we live for those weekends on the water ourselves. Give us a call seven days a week, use our contact form or stop by our flagship New Jersey retail store. TackleDirect can also assist you with questions about comparable products. Whatever your angling skill and knowledge level, our fishing superstore has the best rod and reel to fill up the cooler. If you have your heart set on a particular brand, our experts will help you find one of their combinations that matches your needs and budget. We have freshwater fishing combos as well for chasing northern pike, muskie, largemouth bass and sunfish. You can narrow down your search by choosing inshore or offshore fishing combos, boat rod combos, rod power and action, reel type, reel retrieve and other features. ![]() You'll find combos for spinning, baitcasting, jigging, spincasting and trolling. What about deep-sea fishing reels and rods to snag barracuda' TackleDirect has those, too. Need a shark surf fishing rod and reels' Just select that box to find the best surf casting combo. Use our combo type search option to find one that's recommended for your next adventure. We have premium rods and reels for every fishing spot or technique that our customers love. Croix surf rods - if testing reveals they work better together. They'll even mix brands - such as Penn torque reels and St. Our experts carefully select each rod and reel combination we offer after trying them out for themselves. When you shop with us, you'll know you have the best saltwater fishing combos available. TackleDirect has hundreds of saltwater fishing rod and reel combos for sale from industry leaders such as Shimano, Daiwa, Okuma, Penn, Accurate and Crowder. Instead of spending days testing and experimenting with each rod and reel on your own - time that could be spent chasing the biggest game - let us do the hard work for you so you can focus on what really matters. But even professional anglers can reap the benefits of having an optimally matched, pre-balanced rod and reel on hand for their next tournament. It's easy to see ordering a fishing rod and reel combo as something for beginners. Make your tackle shopping experience as productive as your fishing adventures by getting a rod and reel combo that fits your needs. ![]()
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Docear html1/1/2024 ![]() ![]() It defines the meaning and structure of web content. Which one is the best reference management software? That’s a question any student or researcher should think about quite carefully, because choosing the best reference manager may save lots of time and increase the quality of your work significantly. HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the most basic building block of the Web. So, which reference manager is best? Zotero? Mendeley? Docear? …? The answer is: “It depends”, because different people have different needs. Actually, there is no such thing as the ‘best’ reference manager but only the reference manager that is best for you (even though some developers seem to believe that their tool is the only truly perfect one). In this Blog-post, we compare Zotero, Mendeley, and Docear and we hope that the comparison helps you to decide which of the reference managers is best for you. Of course, there are many other reference managers. JavaScript is the programming language of HTML and the Web. You can choose from 1,700+ citation styles (APA, MLA, Turabian, Harvard, IEEE, ACM, ). The great thing is that you don’t need to care about formatting. Hopefully, we can include them in the comparison some day, but for now we only have time to compare the three. We really tried to do a fair comparison, based on a list of criteria that we consider important for reference management software. Find useful insights on Docears company details, tech stack, news alerts, competitors and. Docear4Word is an add-on for Microsoft Word (2003 and later) that allows you to insert references and bibliographies from BibTeX files to MS-Word documents. ![]() Of course, the criteria are subjectively selected, as are all criteria by all reviewers, and you might not agree with all of them. However, even if you disagree with our evaluation, you might find at least some new and interesting aspects as to evaluate reference management tools. You are very welcome to share your constructive criticism in the comments, as well as links to other reviews. In addition, it should be obvious that we – the developers of Docear – are somewhat biased. However, this comparison is most certainly more objective than those that Mendeley and other reference managers did -). Please note that we only compared about 50 high-level features and used a simple rating scheme in the summary table. Of course, a more comprehensive list of features and a more sophisticated rating scheme would have been nice, but this would have been too time consuming. So, consider this review as a rough guideline. If you feel that one of the mentioned features is particularly important to you, install the tools yourself, compare the features, and share your insights in the comments! Most importantly, please let us know when something we wrote is not correct. Costs, Openness, Freedom and Sustainability.Īll reviewed reference tools offer lots of functions, and it might be that we missed one during our review.If you don’t want to read a lot, just jump to the summary ![]() |