How to stop android System from killing background apps

Android manufacturers have a choice. Allow apps to run freely in the background, which may harm battery life, or judiciously kill apps running in the background they think you don’t need. If your phone takes the latter approach, you’ve probably missed notifications from apps being killed.

his problem is so well-documented that the website “don’t kill my app!” was created by app developers. They were sick of hearing complaints from users about their apps not working correctly when the culprit is the phone’s battery “optimizations.” The site ranks Android manufacturers by how badly they manage this. Samsung is a top offender, while Google is one of the best.

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How to restart or force close an App on Android

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How to Fix “System Error 5, Access Denied” on Windows

Do you get a “System error 5 has occurred. Access is denied” error while running commands in Command Prompt or PowerShell on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 PC? Or, do you see that error while running an app installer or an installed app? Either way, a fix is easy, and we’ll show you how.

Windows’ system error 5 usually occurs when you run your commands or apps without admin rights. The lack of these rights prevents your commands or apps from properly functioning, leading to access denial.

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How to fix DISM Error 87 on Windows 10 and Windows 11

To resolve a DISM error 87, make sure the command you typed uses the correct syntax, launch Command Prompt with admin rights, update your Windows version, or repair Windows’ corrupted system files.

Getting an “Error: 87” message while running the DISM command on your PC? This is a pretty common error and you can fix it with ease. We’ll show you multiple ways to get around this issue on your Windows 11 or Windows 10 computer.

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How to Optimize Multiple Stops Into a Round Trip on Google Maps

When you have a handful of stops to make, you don’t want to waste time and gas going from place to place randomly. A tool called “Routora” makes finding efficient routes super easy, and it works with Google Maps.

Organizing stops into a route that makes sense can be cumbersome in Google Maps. First, you have to find all the places on the map, then map out the best order in which to make the stops. Routora  allows you to simply enter all your stops in Google Maps, then click a button to have it sorted and optimized cleanly. From there, you can send the directions to your phone and go on your way.

Google Maps open on an iPhone showing route overview

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How to Turn Off Search Highlights on Windows 11

What Are Search Highlights in Windows 11?

Search highlights are the content you see on the right-hand pane when you access your PC’s Search function. While some users may find this content relevant, others may want to disable it to free up that space.

The content you see on this pane include the birthdays of some famous people, anniversaries, trending searches, Microsoft Rewards, and more. Themed icons will often appear in your search bar to match the topic. If you don’t find these items useful, turn the feature off, and you won’t see any content.

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How to Unsync iPhone From iPad

Device syncing is a slick experience built into Apple’s ecosystem. However, there can be instances where you might want to unsync your iPhone from your iPad, whether for privacy reasons, data management, or simply wanting different experiences on different devices.

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How to login to Facebook without a Code Generator

Want to log in to your Facebook account but can’t generate a two-factor authentication code as you’ve lost or misplaced your phone? Don’t worry; you aren’t completely locked out of your account. There are multiple alternative ways to get the code, and we’ll show you how to use them.

Why Does Facebook Want a Code?

After you’ve turned on two-factor authentication for your account, Facebook will ask you to enter the verification code from your code generator app each time you try to log in to your account on your devices. This verification helps keep unauthorized users away, as despite knowing your Facebook username and password, they can’t log in to your account (as they don’t have the code).

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