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Social media apps are witnessing an all-time high in terms of downloads and user engagement. Facebook now called Meta has been one of the oldest social media applications that is still popular amongst the masses despite Instagram and other apps grabbing the major share of this market. Meta has been adding similar features across all of its acquired social media platforms. Facebook Reels is one of such options that has been borrowed from its sister app Instagram. The short video feature is currently all hype not just with social media influencers but also with the general audience.  

Creating and uploading a Facebook reel is one sure-shot way to increase the follower count and your account’s reach; specifically, if you are one of the social media influencers. But how can you create or share a Facebook Reel using your phone? In this article, we have listed down the ways with which you can not only create but also edit a Reel and share it with your audience or friends.

How To Record Facebook Reels Videos On Your Smartphones

Step 1: Launch the Facebook application on your respective smartphones (Android or Apple iPhones).

Step 2: Go to the Home Feed.

Step 3: Click on the menu option. You will see this icon .

Step 4: Click on See more.

Step 5: You will now see the Reels icon. Tap on it.

Step 6: Now, select the create option (camera icon).

Step 7: If you are recording the reel video in dark background, you can turn on the camera flash as well using the  icon.

Step 8: You can flip the camera as per requirements (front or back) by tapping on the reverse camera icon .

Step 9: To adjust the time limit for the Reel video, you would need to click on the Length option placed on the right. You can set the timer from 15, 30, or 60 seconds.

Step 10: Now, start recording the reel and stop once done. You would need to hit the  button for the same. You can repeat this step if you wish to add more clips to your Facebook Reels video. Once done share the reek in your Feed.

WhatsApp has released several privacy-oriented features for Android and iOS users in the last few years. The Meta-owned messaging platform earlier allowed its users to delete any sent message on the mobile app. However, the default time limit to delete any message until now has been up to 60 minutes. For a while, WhatsApp has been testing an extended time limit to delete any message. After all the anticipations the brand has now dished out the stable update post which you’ll be able to delete messages after two days.

WhatsApp Delete Message Gets Extended Two Days Limit

WhatsApp has shared a tweet confirming that users will now be able to delete any message that is two days old. The Meta-owned instant messaging application will now let both Android and iOS users delete sent messages which is 2 days old. If we speak of the specifics, users will be able to delete the messages even after 2 days and additional 12 hours.

Users will get the option to delete the messages within the aforementioned timeline from both a single or group chat window. Users have been requesting WhatsApp to increase the time limit to delete any message sent using the app.

Finally, this security feature is being made available for the masses. You’ll get an update notification on your respective Android and iPhones. But if you don’t receive any notification, you can also go ahead and check it manually.

How Can You Delete WhatsApp Individual And Group Chat Messages After 2 Days?

Step 1: Launch the WhatsApp application on your Android or iPhone respectively.

Step 2: Open the individual or the group chat window from where you wish to delete the message.

Step 3: Scroll to the text and then press and hold the message.

Step 4: You’ll see a set of options on the top of the app’s window. Select the delete option (bin icon).

Step 5: You’ll get three options Delete For Me, Cancel, Delete For Everyone. You have to select the Delete For Everyone option.

The steps are identical as you would have performed before the time limit to delete any text was extended.

Key Highlights

• You can book Uber ride through WhatsApp
• Available to commuters in the Delhi-NCR region
• Uber ride on WhatsApp is quite simple

Now, you can order an Uber ride through WhatsApp. Yes, you heard it right. The new feature, which is now available to commuters in the Delhi-NCR region, was announced by the messaging platform and the provider of cab services in Hindi and English.

With the new feature, you can easily order an Uber ride without having to download the app. It will spare you the hassle of switching between applications. Also, it will save you from the trouble of downloading the Uber app and going through all the additional time-consuming requirements like registering and scheduling a cab, car, bike, etc. Even while it seems simple, some people who try to book a cab via WhatsApp seem to find it complicated.

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In this post, we will show you how you can easily book an Uber ride on WhatsApp in a few seconds. Unlike the Uber app, where you have to open and sign in to book a ride, you can simply send pick-up and drop-off instructions using WhatsApp. Here’s how:

How To Book An Uber Ride Through WhatsApp?

Step 1: To access the Uber chatbot on WhatsApp, open the app on your mobile phone and message ‘Hi’ or ‘Hi Uber’ to the number +91 7292000002.

Step 2: Next, you will need to provide your pick-up location and drop-off location. You can also scan a QR code that appears in the chat window.

Step 3: After that, you will get the expected fare, showing you how much you need to pay for your ride.

Step 4: At last, you need to confirm the ride.

You will receive a notification on WhatsApp itself as soon as a nearby driver accepts your request. After that, you can monitor every aspect of your ride in the chat.

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Uber assured that riders will have the same access to safety features and insurance protections as those who book rides using the Uber app. At the time of booking, they will also be informed of the driver’s information and license plate. They will be able to contact their driver via a masked number and track his/her whereabouts while driving to your pickup location.

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Key Highlights

• NHAI had issued guidelines for the commuters to ensure their car has a FASTag sticker
• You can link your FASTag with Paytm and other wallets and bank accounts
• You wouldn’t need to replace the FASTag sticker unless it’s damaged

If you own a car or any commercial vehicle in India. You must be aware of the FATag. The RFID sticker tag for toll collection for a hassle-free commute through the state and national highways in India is what we are speaking about. Introduced first in 2014, FASTags became a mandate for vehicles back in 2021 only. NHAI had issued guidelines for the commuters to ensure their car has a FASTag sticker mounted inside the windshield so that the tolls can be collected automatically via the linked UPI and bank accounts.

It’s basically a prepaid recharge system wherein you need to make sure there is sufficient balance so that the tolls can be collected on highways via integrated RFID readers at the booth. The primary goal has been to reduce the wait time and long queues at the toll booths across different state highways. You can link your FASTag with Paytm and other wallets and bank accounts and maintain a keep sufficient balance to pass through tolls swiftly.

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In general scenarios, you wouldn’t need to replace the FASTag sticker unless it’s damaged. That can happen if unfortunately your car’s windshield breaks or the sticker peels off and can’t be used again. The only option you are left with is to place an order for a duplicate FASTag sticker. How can you do that? Read the steps here:

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How To Get Duplicate FASTag Sticker Using Paytm?

Step 1: Open the Paytm app on your Android or Apple iPhone.

Step 2: In the search bar, type FASTag.

Step 3: You will see the list of services offered by Paytm. Scroll to the Replacement tag option.

Step 4: A new page will open where you’ll be able to see the Vehicle Registration number. Check if it’s correct.

Step 5: Click and upload the image of your RC’s front and back.

Step 6: You’ll see the amount breakup including the Tax Insurance Fee, GST on Tag Insurance Fee, and the FASTag balance. The amount is around Rs. 100 to place an order for the duplicate FASTag sticker.

Step 7: Check if the delivery address is correct. If now, make the required changes.

Step 8: Complete the payment and your order will be placed for the duplicate FASTag on Paytm. The general time period for the duplicate FASTag card delivery is around three to four days.

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WhatsApp is one of the most powerful instant messaging applications which is available for both Android and iOS smartphone users. WhatsApp started its journey as a separate entity but later got acquired by Meta (Facebook). Since then WhatsApp is getting more potent each year and is rapidly getting new features and services for an improved messaging experience be it on Android smartphones or iPhones.

WhatsApp is among those apps that have amplified the messaging experience by allowing the provision of video and audio calls. The app also lets you send images, videos, and locations with your contacts. You can send images in both normal and high-resolution using WhatsApp on Android and Apple iPhones devices. The quality isn’t compromised if you send images as documents on WhatsApp on both these mobile OS.

While sending an image as a document on WhatsApp isn’t tricky with Android, iOS users have to follow some extra steps. Specifically, if you are a new iPhone user who has been using an Android phone all this while, this could be one task for you. So, how can you send WhatsApp images in high resolution as a document on iOS devices? Here’s the trick:

Steps To Send WhatsApp Images As Documents On iPhone

You can’t directly send any WhatsApp image as a document on iPhones. You would require some additional steps primarily saving the image to the device or the iCloud.

Step 1: Open the image that you want to send as a document on WhatsApp on your respective iPhones.

Step 2: Select the Upload tab placed at the bottom left.

Step 3: Scroll down to the “Save to Files” option.

Step 4: Now, select the destination where you want to store and save the image. You can select from iCloud Drive or On My phone options.

Step 5: Click on save.

Step 6: Now, launch the WhatsApp application on your iPhones and go to the specific chat or contact to whom you wish to send images as documents.

Step 7: Tap on the “Plus” icon placed at the bottom left and select the Document option.

Step 8: Now, select the folder where you have saved the image.

Step 9: Once the image opens up click on Send. The image will be sent as a document to the selected contact.

Instagram Reels is one of the most popular features that you get on the photo-sharing app. Meta, widely popular as Facebook, released this short video feature for Instagram back in 2020 as a rival to TikTok and other such apps. Instagram has made several improvements to the Reels since its launch and also added the Remix Reels option last year. This feature allows users to record their own videos and then club them with other popular reels on the platform from other content creators and users.

Not just videos, you can also Remix reels and photos with your Instagram Reel. This is one of the most interesting features that you get to use while creating any Reel video on Instagram. Instagram Remix Reels feature has been out for a long and still if you are new to creating Reels, you might not be aware of the ways to use it. If that’s the case, we will help you with the steps to create and remix any Reel video.

How To Remix Instagram Reel

You can remix any Instagram Reel video using Android and iOS smartphones.

Step 1: Open the Instagram application on your respective Android and iPhones.

Step 2: Click on the three dots option. It will be three horizontal dots for iPhones and three vertical dots for iOS.

Step 3: Click on Remix this reel option. You can set the preference if you want to place the remixed video next to the original video at the same time or later.

Step 4: Click on the Layout option. You’ll see this icon. This option will let you place the layout for the remixed video that you can place either below or next to the original video.

Step 5: Now, all you need to do is record your Reel video.

What Are The Steps To Remix A Feed Video On Instagram

You can easily remix any feed video on the Instagram app. The steps are almost identical to how you would remix any Instagram Reel on the app. Take a look:

Step 1: Once you have launched the Instagram app on your iPhone or Android phone, click on the menu (three dots) option.

Step 2: This time, select the Remix this video option instead.

Step 3: Now, choose the layout as you did above and place the below the original video or next to it. That’s it. Record your Reel and you are all set.

How Can You Remix Any Photo With Instagram Reels

Just like videos and other reels, you can also remix a reel with photos. The steps would be the same as with the remaining two. But the remix photos option isn’t available for all users at the moment, so, if in case you don’t find this option on your Instagram app chances are it’s unavailable in your region. Otherwise, update your app and then check if this feature adds up.

Step 1: Click on the menu option on the Instagram mobile app on your smartphone.

Step 2: Instead of reels and video, you would need to select the Remix this photo option.

Step 3: The photo will be set to default as the background of the reel video.

Step 4: Select the Layout option from the right-hand side if you wish to make any changes. Record your reel remixed with the photo.

Email services have become one primary mode for written communication across the globe. Different organizations and professional industries rely on emailing services to stay connected with employees and customers. Even the general public uses email services to connect with brands and users whose primary contact details they don’t have. Gmail and Microsoft Outlook are amongst the few big names in email services. The former is managed by Google and you can use its services on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and PCs. Google has been updating Gmail and its services frequently and has added tonnes of features in the last few years.

Google has also enhanced the privacy aspects of Gmail and recently made it easy to use the email services without an active internet connection. With Gmail, you can also use the confidential mode to keep privacy intact. But one of the major hurdles to date has been the missing undo feature. Once you have sent an email from your account, it is hard to retrieve or delete it from the receiver’s device. But if you are using Gmail, you shouldn’t be worried. You can easily unsend or retrieve any recently sent mail if you are using Gmail services. The steps to send confidential mail and to retrieve or unsend any email on Gmail are listed below:

How To Send Confidential Mail On Gmail

Step 1: Open the Gmail app on your respective devices and tap on the compose button.

Step 2: Now, select the confidential mode(timer icon). It is located at the bottom of the compose box.

Step 3: You can select from the two available options including “SMS passcode” and “No SMS passcode”. If you use the former, the recipient would be able to open the email only after entering the passcode. The latter doesn’t require any passcode to open.

Step 4: Compose the email and send it.

How To Unsend Any Email On Gmail App

Step 1: Launch the Gmail app on your smartphones or laptops/ PCs.

Step 2: Write an email using the compose option and add the recipient’s address.

Step 3: As soon as you have sent the email, you will see the Undo option pop up on the screen. Tap on it and the message will be retrieved/ unsent.

Do note that there is a certain time limit to unsend or retrieve messages using Gmail. The minimum timeframe is 5 seconds, while the maximum is 30 seconds. You can set the time limit to retrieve Gmail messages using the following step.

Step 1: Login into your Gmail account in any laptop/ PC.

Step 2: Click on the Settings menu placed on the top right of the app’s homepage.

Step 3: Scroll down to the “Undo Send” option.

Step 4: Set the desired cancelation period. You can select from 5, 10, 20, and 30 seconds.