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Nov, 2022
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Clearing an Android Device’s Cache

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While you’re using your device, it will store data in a temporary location called the cache. In order for your device to operate as well as it can, you might find yourself in need of a good ol’ cache-clearing. You can do this on the device level and on the application level. Let’s take a look at how you can do this for your Android device.

Clear the App Cache

If you have an application on your device that is giving you issues, you can clear the cache to try and resolve the issue. Start by opening your Settings app and selecting Apps. This process might look slightly different depending on your device’s operating system and model, but it should be something close to this.

Pay attention to where it says Your Apps. You should see a hamburger menu here, which will display all of your device’s applications. If you sort your apps by their size, you’ll see which ones are taking up most of the space on your device. Select the app you want to clear the cache for to move on to the next step.

From the app’s page, you’ll see an option for Storage. At the bottom of the screen, select the Clear Cache option. The cache will automatically refill over time—after all, the data stored in the cache is supposed to improve performance and make your device run a bit better—so if you ever notice that it’s getting a little too bogged down, it’s a good idea to periodically clear the cache.

Clear the Browser Cache

Similarly, you will want to clear your browser cache every so often to delete any temporarily stored images and site files. Here is the process for how you can do it with your favorite web browser:

  • Chrome: Three Dot Menu > Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear Browsing Data
  • Firefox: Three Dot Menu > Settings > Delete Browsing Data
  • Edge: Three Dot Menu > Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear Browsing Data

The process is mostly the same for each of the mobile web browsers. All you have to do is select the kind of data you’d like to delete from the cache.

What other tips would you like to see us cover in the future? Be sure to let us know in the comments.

3
Jun, 2020
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Tip of the Week: 3 Crucial Considerations when Managing Projects

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In the workplace, projects are used to push operations forward. This makes your ability to manage your business’ projects truly important as the global economy turns back on. To help, we’re sharing three tips that will help you most effectively do so.

1.  Communicate, communicate, communicate.

Even in the best of times, clear and comprehensive communications are necessary to the success of any business initiative. Without them, a team simply cannot function as they should, leading to delays, redundancy, and missed steps.

To avoid these ramifications, you need to set a precedent that encourages your team to communicate with one another. In addition to frequently reinforcing the importance of their collaboration, give your team the opportunity to do so in various settings. Regular meetings are a must to keep everyone on the same page. You should also provide your team with the solutions that facilitate communication (like VoIP, messaging, and good old email) and set an example by using them yourself.

2.  Identify and address risks.

Murphy’s Law clearly states that, “Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong.” This is important to keep in mind, especially regarding your business. Acknowledging the risks that you’ll face and determining how to address them proactively will prove to be exceptionally useful, as you can figure out which is the most likely to impact you and your operations and prepare for them accordingly.

One of these risks could involve scope creep, where your project expands beyond its original limitations and deadlines. Make sure that you’re accounting for these kinds of delays as you plan it ahead of time.

3.  Clarify responsibilities.

When multiple people are working together on a project, it is critically important to establish who is to see to which task. Otherwise, you encounter the same issues that a lack of communication will cause.

As your project progresses, you need to firmly establish each team member’s role and the responsibilities that they need to uphold. Not only will each member have a clearer idea of their part in a project, they will better understand the process and be able to contribute to it in a more productive way. Make sure that you work with the members of the team to distribute these tasks to the best available person for each one. This will help contribute to the team having ownership of the project and inspire them to contribute their best efforts.

For the IT tools and solutions to assist you in your project management, or the other processes your business relies upon, reach out to NuTech Services! Give us a call at 810.230.9455 to learn more.