video production RSS Digest http://feed.informer.com/digests/3Q2Y8DUBLX/feeder video production RSS Digest Respective post owners and feed distributors Thu, 19 May 2016 15:42:48 +0000 Feed Informer http://feed.informer.com/ 5 Ways to Customize Your WordPress Post Embeds https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:b901405b-9a06-52ee-0b73-9d0ea5f45106 Fri, 16 May 2025 13:00:49 +0000 <p>WordPress introduced post embeds in version 4.4, allowing you to easily share and display WordPress posts from one site to another. When you paste a link to a WordPress post, it automatically appears as a styled preview with the title, excerpt, and featured image. While this feature makes sharing content simple, the default look might&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/">5 Ways to Customize Your WordPress Post Embeds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>WordPress introduced post embeds in version 4.4, allowing you to easily share and display WordPress posts from one site to another. When you paste a link to a WordPress post, it automatically appears as a styled preview with the title, excerpt, and featured image.</p> <p>While this feature makes sharing content simple, the default look might not always match your website’s style or layout, as we can see below.</p> <figure> <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/embed-default-look.jpg" alt="Default WordPress post embeds look" width="1000" height="600"><figcaption>Default WordPress post embeds look</figcaption></figure> <p>Fortunately, WordPress provides several ways to customize these embeds to better fit your design. In this article, we’ll explore different ways to tweak and personalize WordPress post embeds, so they blend seamlessly with your site.</p> <hr> <h2>1. Customizing the Styles</h2> <p>You can easily change the embed’s appearance to better match your website’s theme by adding a custom CSS file with the <code><a href="https://developer.wordpress.org/reference/hooks/enqueue_embed_scripts/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">enqueue_embed_scripts</a></code> hook, which ensures it’s loaded when the embed is displayed. You can add it in your theme’s <code>functions.php</code> file, for example:</p> <pre> add_action( 'enqueue_embed_scripts', function () { wp_enqueue_style( 'my-theme-embed', get_theme_file_uri( 'embed.css' ), ['wp-embed-template'] ); } ); </pre> <p>This function tells WordPress to load your custom <code>embed.css</code> file when rendering an embedded post. Now, you can define your own styles in <code>css/embed.css</code> to modify the look of the embed. For example, you can adjust the typography, colors, or layout with CSS like this:</p> <pre> .wp-embed { background-color: #f9f9f9; border: 1px solid #eee; border-radius: 8px; } .wp-embed-featured-image img { border-radius: 5px; } </pre> <p>With these changes, your WordPress post embeds will have a unique style that aligns with your site’s design, as shown below:</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/embed-styes.jpg" alt="Custom styled WordPress post embed with modern design" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <hr> <h2>2. Customizing the Image</h2> <p>By default, WordPress post embeds use a predefined image size for the featured image. However, you can customize this to better match your design by specifying a different image size.</p> <p>For example, if you want the embed image to be a perfect square but don’t have a square image size set up yet, you can define one using the following code in your theme’s <code>functions.php</code> file. This code will create a new image size called <code>embed-square</code>, which crops images precisely to <strong>300×300</strong> pixels.</p> <pre> add_action( 'after_setup_theme', function () { add_image_size( 'embed-square', 300, 300, true ); } ); </pre> <p>Then, use the <code><a href="https://developer.wordpress.org/reference/hooks/embed_thumbnail_image_size/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">embed_thumbnail_image_size</a></code> hook</p> <pre> add_filter( 'embed_thumbnail_image_size', function () { return 'embed-square'; } ); </pre> <p>If you’ve already uploaded images before adding this code, WordPress won’t automatically generate the new <code>embed-square</code> size for them. To fix this, you can use the <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/regenerate-thumbnails/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Regenerate Thumbnails</a> plugin. This ensures that all your older featured images are available in the new size and display correctly in post embeds.</p> <p>Now, your WordPress post embeds will now use the <code>embed-square</code> image size, as shown below:</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/embed-featured-image.jpg" alt="WordPress post embed with square featured image" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <hr> <h2>3. Customizing the Excerpt</h2> <p>The post embeds also display an excerpt of the post content. However, the default length may not always fit your design or readability preferences. Fortunately, you can control how much text is shown by adjusting the excerpt length by using the <code><a href="https://developer.wordpress.org/reference/hooks/excerpt_length/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">excerpt_length</a></code></p> <p>For example, if you want to shorten the excerpt to <strong>18</strong> words specifically for embeds, you can use the following code in your theme’s <code>functions.php</code> file:</p> <pre> add_filter( 'excerpt_length', function ($length) { return is_embed() ? 18 : $length; } ); </pre> <p>This code checks if the content is being displayed in an embed and, if so, limits the excerpt to 18 words. Otherwise, it keeps the default excerpt length, as shown below.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/embed-excerpt.jpg" alt="WordPress post embed with customized excerpt length" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Experiment with different word counts to find the right balance in your content.</p> <hr> <h2>4. Adding Custom Content</h2> <p>By default, WordPress post embeds display basic information like the title, excerpt, and featured image. However, you might want to include additional details, such as the post’s updated date, to provide more context.</p> <p>To do so, you can use the <code><a href="https://developer.wordpress.org/reference/hooks/embed_content/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">embed_content</a></code>. In our case, we can add the following code in the <code>functions.php</code> file to display the post’s updated date:</p> <pre> add_action( 'embed_content', function () { if ( ! is_single() ) { return; } $updated_time = get_the_modified_time( 'U' ); $published_time = get_the_time( 'U' ); if ( $updated_time > $published_time ) { $time = sprintf( '&lt;time datetime="%s"&gt;%s&lt;/time&gt;', esc_attr( get_the_modified_date( 'Y-m-d' ) ), esc_html( get_the_modified_date() ) ); printf( '&lt;p class="wp-embed-updated-on"&gt;%s&lt;/p&gt;', sprintf( esc_html__( 'Updated on %s', 'devblog' ), $time ) ); } } ); </pre> <p>Now, the post embeds will display the updated date after the content, as shown below:</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/embed-date-content.jpg" alt="WordPress post embed showing updated date information" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Displaying the updated date is helpful for readers to know if the content has been recently refreshed. This is especially useful for articles with time-sensitive information, tutorials, or news posts that may change over time.</p> <hr> <h2>5. Overriding Embed Templates</h2> <p>By default, WordPress uses a single template file called <code>embed.php</code> to display embedded content for all post types, including blog posts, pages, and custom post types. If you want to change how embedded content looks across your site, you can create a custom <code>embed.php</code> file inside your theme folder.</p> <p>Additionally, WordPress lets you customize embeds for specific post types. For example, if you have a custom post type called “product” and want its embed to show extra details like price and availability without affecting other embeds you can create an <code>embed-product.php</code> file in your theme folder and customize it as needed.</p> <pre> &lt;?php get_header( 'embed' ); ?&gt; &lt;?php $product = wc_get_product( get_the_ID() ) ?&gt; &lt;div id="embed-product-&lt;?php the_ID(); ?&gt;" &lt;?php post_class("wp-embed") ?&gt;&gt; &lt;div class="embed-product-image"&gt; &lt;?php the_post_thumbnail( 'embed-square' ); ?&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;div class="embed-product-details"&gt; &lt;header class="embed-product-header"&gt; &lt;h3 class="embed-product-title"&gt;&lt;?php the_title(); ?&gt;&lt;/h3&gt; &lt;/header&gt; &lt;div class="embed-product-content"&gt; &lt;?php the_excerpt(); ?&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Price&lt;/strong&gt;: &lt;?php echo number_format($product-&gt;get_regular_price()); ?&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;button&gt;Buy Now&lt;/button&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;?php get_footer( 'embed' ); ?&gt; </pre> <p>Now, whenever a product post is embedded, WordPress will use this template instead of the default one.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/embed-custom-post-type.jpg" alt="Custom WordPress product post type embed template" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <hr> <h2>Bonus:</h2> <h3>Disable Post Embed for Specific Post Types</h3> <p>While post embeds are a useful feature for sharing content, you might want to disable them for specific posts or post types. For example, you may have private content that you don’t want to be embedded on other sites.</p> <p>To disable post embeds for a specific post, you can use the <code><a href="https://developer.wordpress.org/reference/hooks/embed_oembed_html/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">embed_oembed_html</a></code> filter to return an empty string.</p> <p>Here’s an example of how you can disable post embeds for <code>page</code> post type.</p> <pre> add_filter( 'embed_oembed_html', function ( $html, $url, $attr, $post_id ) { if ( get_post_type( $post_id ) === 'page' ) { return ''; } return $html; }, 10, 4 ); </pre> <hr> <h2>Wrapping up</h2> <p>WordPress post embeds make it easy to share content between websites. In this article, we explored several ways to customize how these embeds look, so they match your site’s design and include extra details for your readers. Now, you can try these techniques to create embeds that look better and make your content more engaging.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/customize-wordpress-post-embeds/">5 Ways to Customize Your WordPress Post Embeds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> WordPress Thoriq Firdaus Secure Secret Management with 1Password CLI https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:769b8953-09d2-f58e-c667-56707c78d0a3 Thu, 15 May 2025 13:00:37 +0000 <p>As developers, we often deal with sensitive data like API keys, SSH credentials, database passwords, and other secrets. Keeping them secure while ensuring easy access across different projects can be a challenge. This is where 1Password‘s’ CLI comes in. 1Password CLI is a command-line tool that allows you to securely access and manage your 1Password&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/">Secure Secret Management with 1Password CLI</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>As developers, we often deal with sensitive data like API keys, SSH credentials, database passwords, and other secrets. Keeping them secure while ensuring easy access across different projects can be a challenge.</p> <p>This is where <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/1password">1Password</a>‘s’ CLI comes in.</p> <figure> <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/1password-cover.jpg" alt="1Password CLI terminal interface for managing secrets" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p><strong>1Password CLI</strong> is a <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/web-designers-essential-command-lines/">command-line tool</a> that allows you to securely access and manage your 1Password vault without leaving the terminal. Instead of manually copying and pasting secrets, which can be tedious and risky, you can fetch credentials programmatically, automate authentication workflows, and integrate secrets management into your development processes.</p> <p>In this article, we’ll explore how to install, configure, and use 1Password CLI to streamline your workflow while keeping your credentials secure.</p> <hr> <h2>Getting Started</h2> <p>If you’re on macOS or Linux, the easiest way to install 1Password CLI is using <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://brew.sh/">Homebrew</a>:</p> <pre> brew install 1password-cli </pre> <p>If you’re on Windows, I recommend referring to the official <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://support.1password.com/command-line-getting-started/">1Password CLI documentation</a> for installation instructions.</p> <p>For Windows and Linux, follow the official 1Password CLI installation guide to get the appropriate setup for your system.</p> <p>Once installed, go to <q><strong>Settings… > Developer</strong></q> in the 1Password app, and check <q><strong>Integrate with 1Password CLI</strong></q>.</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/integrate-with-app.jpg" alt="Enable 1Password CLI integration in app settings" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Then, sign in through the Terminal with the following command and select the 1Password account you want to sign in to:</p> <pre> op signin </pre> <p>Now, you’re ready to securely access and manage secrets without exposing them in plain text.</p> <hr> <h2>Command-Line Secret Management</h2> <p>When running commands that require authentication, manually copying and pasting credentials can be both tedious and insecure. With 1Password CLI, you can retrieve secrets dynamically using the <code>op read</code> command and the <q><strong>Secret References</strong></q>.</p> <p>To get the <q>Secret Reference</q>, you can click on the dropdown arrow of the value within the item you’d like to refer to in <strong>1Password</strong>.</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/copy-secret-reference.jpg" alt="Copy secret reference from 1Password item menu" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Then pass it in the command that requires the secrets. For example, to authenticate with <q><strong>doctl</strong></q> using the <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://docs.digitalocean.com/reference/api/">DigitalOcean API</a> token, you can run:</p> <pre> doctl auth init --access-token $(op read op://Internet/d439ada/token) </pre> <hr> <h2>Environment Variables Integration</h2> <p>Another way you can use 1Password CLI is by setting the secrets as environment variables. This is useful when working with multiple secrets or when you need to pass them to a script or a program.</p> <p>If you’re using <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.chromatic.com/">Chromatic</a> to test your UI components, you can set the <code>CHROMATIC_PROJECT_TOKEN</code> as an environment variable using the <code>op read</code> command:</p> <pre> #!/bin/bash export NPM_TOKEN=$(op read op://Internet/d439ada/npm_token) export CHROMATIC_PROJECT_TOKEN=$(op read op://Internet/d439ada/chromatic_token) // Install the dependencies, including the private ones that require NPM_TOKEN. npm install // Chormatic will automatically use the CHROMATIC_PROJECT_TOKEN. // @see https://www.chromatic.com/docs/cli/#continuous-integration npx chromatic </pre> <p>Then, you can run the script using the <code>op run</code> command, as follows:</p> <pre> op run -- bash chormatic.sh </pre> <hr> <h2>Shell Plugin Extensions</h2> <p>To make it even more seamless, you can use the Shell Plugins to integrate 1Password with popular third-party apps such as <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://cli.github.com">Github CLI</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.docker.com/">Docker</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://docs.digitalocean.com/reference/doctl/">DigitalOcean CLI</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://aws.amazon.com/cli/">AWS</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://huggingface.co/docs/huggingface_hub/quick-start">HuggingFace</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://pypi.org/project/openai/">OpenAI</a>, and many more.</p> <p>In this example, we are going to try to integrate it with the Github CLI. To do so, we can run:</p> <pre> op plugin init gh </pre> <p>You’ll be prompted to import your GitHub credentials into 1Password or select an existing 1Password item where your credentials are saved. In this case, since we’ve already saved the GitHub credentials in 1Password, we can select the existing item.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/shell-plugin-gh-init.jpg" alt="Initialize GitHub CLI plugin with 1Password integration" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Then, it will ask you the scope where the selected credentials can be used. In this case, we’d select it to use it globally so that we can use it across different repositories.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/shell-plugin-gh-configure.jpg" alt="Configure GitHub CLI plugin scope in 1Password" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>If this is your first time installing a shell plugin, you’ll need to add the source command to your RC file or shell profile to persist the plugin beyond the current terminal session. For example:</p> <pre> echo "source /Users/jondoe/.config/op/plugins.sh" >> ~/.zshrc && source ~/.zshrc </pre> <p>That’s it for the setup! Now, you can use the <q><strong>gh</strong></q> command to interact with GitHub without exposing your credentials in plain text. To test it out you can run the <code>gh auth status</code>.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/shell-plugin-gh-status.jpg" alt="GitHub CLI authentication status with 1Password integration" width="1000" height="434"> </figure> <hr> <h2>Conclusion</h2> <p><strong>1Password CLI</strong> is a powerful tool that allows you to securely access and manage your secrets from the Terminal. With a little bit of setup, you can streamline your workflow and integrate secrets management into your development processes with other apps without exposing your credentials in plain text. If you haven’t tried it yet, I recommend giving it a try to make your development workflow more secure and efficient.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/secure-secrets-1password-cli-terminal/">Secure Secret Management with 1Password CLI</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Desktop Thoriq Firdaus 10+ Best Burner Email Providers https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/burner-email-providers/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:0f740616-e11f-753b-d50a-1bea77f56931 Thu, 15 May 2025 10:00:39 +0000 <p>Keep your inbox clean with some of the best disposable email services. Privacy, simplified.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/burner-email-providers/">10+ Best Burner Email Providers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p><strong>A burner email</strong>, also known as a <strong>disposable email</strong>, is a temporary address that is used in place of your primary email. Think of it as a protective shield for your real email, keeping it safe from unwanted spam and potential data breaches.</p> <figure><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" alt="burner email providers" height="900" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/burner-emails.jpg" width="1600"></figure> <h2>Why Would You Need a Burner Email?</h2> <p>Let’s be honest – we’ve all been there. You want to download that cool PDF guide or try out a new app, but they’re asking for your email address. Sure, you could use your main email, but do you really want to deal with the inevitable flood of marketing emails that follows?</p> <p>This is where burner emails come to the rescue. They’re perfect for:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Testing out new services</strong> without committing your real email address</li> <li><strong>Signing up for one-time downloads</strong> or temporary access to content</li> <li><strong>Protecting your privacy</strong> when you’re not sure about a website’s trustworthiness</li> <li><strong>Avoiding spam</strong> in your primary inbox</li> </ul> <h2>How Do Burner Emails Work?</h2> <p>Think of a burner email like a disposable phone number – it works just like your regular email but is designed to be temporary. When you use a burner email service, you get a unique email address that forwards messages to your real inbox (if you want it to), or you can check messages directly on the provider’s website.</p> <h2>Choosing the Right Burner Email Service</h2> <p>Before we dive into our list of providers, here’s what you should consider when picking a burner email service:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Duration:</strong> Do you need it for 10 minutes or 10 months?</li> <li><strong>Features:</strong> Some services offer email forwarding, while others provide a temporary inbox</li> <li><strong>Ease of use:</strong> Look for services that don’t require complex setup</li> <li><strong>Price:</strong> While many are free, some premium services offer extra features worth considering</li> </ul> <p>Now that you understand the basics, let’s explore some of the best burner email providers available today. We’ve tested and compiled a list of services that cater to different needs and preferences.</p> <h2>Best Burner Email Providers</h2> <ul> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://simplelogin.io/">SimpleLogin</a></strong>: A service that provides burner emails with a full subscription running at 0 per year.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://simplelogin.io/"><img decoding="async" alt="SimpleLogin" height="520" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/SimpelLogin.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://burnermail.io/">Burner Mail</a></strong>: As the name suggests, this service specializes in providing burner emails. It’s slightly cheaper than SimpleLogin.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://burnermail.io/"><img decoding="async" alt="Burner Mail" height="477" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/Burner-Mail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://proprivacy.com/email/comparison/disposable-email-services">ProtonMail</a></strong>: This service offers more than just disposable emails, especially if you upgrade to a premium account.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://proprivacy.com/email/comparison/disposable-email-services"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="ProtonMail" height="547" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/ProtonMail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://10minutemail.com/">10 Minute Mail</a></strong>: A quick, simple, and effective service ideal for use with sites that require verification.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://10minutemail.com/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="10 Minute Mail" height="484" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/10-Minutes-Mail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://temp-mail.org/">Temp-Mail</a></strong>: A secure disposable email service. Offers a premium option for folks wanting more features.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://temp-mail.org/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Temp-Mail" height="448" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/Temp-Mail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.emailondeck.com/">EmailOnDeck</a></strong>: This service is known for its simplicity and effectiveness in providing temporary emails.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.emailondeck.com/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="" height="510" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/Email-on-Deck.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.guerrillamail.com/">Guerrilla Mail</a></strong>: A popular choice for temporary email addresses.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.guerrillamail.com/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Guerrilla Mail" height="526" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/Guerilla-Mail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.maildrop.cc/">Maildrop</a></strong>: Another service that provides free disposable email addresses.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.maildrop.cc/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Maildrop" height="456" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/Maildrop.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hushmail.com/">Hushmail</a></strong>: This service is more business-oriented, with pricing starting at .99 per user per month for small businesses and nonprofits.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hushmail.com/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Hushmail" height="521" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/Hushmail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="http://www.yopmail.com/">YOPmail</a></strong>: YOPmail provides temporary, anonymous, free, secure, disposable email address.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="http://www.yopmail.com/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="YOPmail" height="501" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/YOPmail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.mailinator.com/">Mailinator</a></strong>: Mailinator lets you use any email address <code>@mailinator.com </code> and pick up the mail at its site.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.mailinator.com/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Mailinator" height="347" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/Mailinator.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> <li><strong><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://trashmail.com/">TrashMail</a></strong>: This service forwards all mail to your real email address and allows you to make unlimited disposable addresses.</li> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://trashmail.com/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="TrashMail" height="648" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/burner-email-providers/TrashMail.jpg" width="1000"></a></figure> </ul> <p>While these services can help protect your privacy, they should not be used for sensitive communications since the emails can be read by the service provider.</p> <h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Burner Emails</h2> <div class="faq"> <h3>Is Burner email free?</h3> <p>Yes, many burner email services offer free basic features. Services like 10 Minute Mail, Temp-Mail, and Guerrilla Mail are completely free. However, premium services like SimpleLogin and Burner Mail offer additional features like custom domains, unlimited aliases, and better privacy protection for a subscription fee.</p> <h3>Can burner emails be traced?</h3> <p>While burner emails provide a layer of anonymity, they aren’t completely untraceable. The level of privacy depends on the service provider and their logging policies. Premium services often offer better privacy features and fewer logs. For maximum privacy, consider using a VPN alongside your burner email.</p> <h3>How long does a burner email last?</h3> <p>The duration varies by service. Some temporary emails last for just 10 minutes (like 10 Minute Mail), others for 24 hours, and some premium services let you keep the address as long as you want. Many services also allow you to extend the duration or delete the address manually when you’re done.</p> <h3>Can I receive attachments with burner emails?</h3> <p>Most burner email services support receiving attachments, but there are usually size limitations. Free services typically have stricter limits (often 10MB or less), while paid services may offer larger attachment capabilities. Always check the service’s limitations before using it for receiving important files.</p> <h3>Are burner emails legal?</h3> <p>Yes, using burner emails is legal for legitimate purposes like protecting your privacy or reducing spam. However, using them for fraud, harassment, or other malicious activities is illegal. Always follow the service provider’s terms of use and local laws.</p> <h3>Can I send emails from a burner address?</h3> <p>This depends on the service. Some basic free services only allow receiving emails, while others provide full sending capabilities. Premium services typically offer more reliable sending features and may even let you reply from different aliases.</p> <h3>What happens to emails after the burner address expires?</h3> <p>When a burner email expires, any emails sent to that address will typically bounce back to the sender. Most services automatically delete all associated data and messages for privacy reasons. Some premium services may offer message archiving options before expiration.</p> </div><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/burner-email-providers/">10+ Best Burner Email Providers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Internet Email Internet Security and Privacy Gina Mark 20 Best Business WordPress Themes https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/business-wordpress-themes/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:457833ee-894f-9c1b-d836-75f596cece1c Wed, 14 May 2025 07:00:46 +0000 <p>Selecting the right WordPress themes is crucial for any business aiming to establish a robust online presence. This article showcases 20 exceptional WordPress themes, catering to a diverse range of business needs. Whether you’re a startup, a small business, or a large corporation, you’ll find themes here that are tailored to your unique requirements. Our&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/business-wordpress-themes/">20 Best Business WordPress Themes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>Selecting the right <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/elegant">WordPress themes</a> is crucial for any business aiming to establish a robust online presence. This article showcases 20 exceptional WordPress themes, catering to a diverse range of business needs. Whether you’re a startup, a small business, or a large corporation, you’ll find themes here that are tailored to your unique requirements.</p> <figure><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" alt="Business WordPress Themes" height="900" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/hero.jpg" width="1600"></figure> <p>Our curated list includes both <a href="#free_themes">free</a> and <a href="#premium_themes">premium WordPress themes</a>, ensuring that you can find a perfect match regardless of your budget. Each theme is designed with functionality and aesthetics in mind, making it easier for you to <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/website-and-page-building-tools/">create a website</a> that not only looks professional but also resonates with your <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/identity-branding-design-part-2/">brand identity</a>.</p> <p>Let’s explore these themes and find the one that aligns best with your business vision. </p> <hr> <h2 id="free_themes">Free Business WordPress Themes</h2> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/boostup-business/">BoostUp Business</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/boostup-business/"><img decoding="async" alt="BoostUp Business WordPress Theme" height="821" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/BoostUp-Business.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Boostup Business transforms the way businesses and consultants build their online presence. It’s a Full Site Editing (FSE) WordPress theme that excels in creating both dynamic business websites and captivating blogs.</p> <p>With its modern, elegant design, it offers a plethora of customization features. The theme adapts beautifully across various devices, ensuring a seamless experience on any screen size.</p> <p>Plus, it’s built with SEO and mobile-friendly aspects, giving your site an edge in online performance.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/bosa-business-services/">Bosa Business Services</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/bosa-business-services/"><img decoding="async" alt="Bosa Business Services WordPress Theme" height="804" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Bosa-Business-Services.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Bosa Business Services, branching from the versatile Bosa, caters to a broad spectrum of websites, ranging from e-commerce to fashion and more. This multipurpose theme melds aesthetics with speed and lightness, ensuring a responsive experience.</p> <p>It’s highly customizable, compatible with Gutenberg and Elementor page builders, making it simple to materialize your vision. Prioritizing SEO, speed, and user-friendliness, it offers diverse header and footer designs, ready-to-use starter sites, and works seamlessly with key plugins like WooCommerce and Yoast.</p> <p>Its adaptability and user-friendliness make it an excellent choice for any business-oriented site. You can explore its capabilities in the Bosa Business Services Demo.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-chat/">Business Chat</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-chat/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Business Chat WordPress Theme" height="1073" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Business-Chat.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Business Chat is a free WordPress theme perfect for a variety of sites, including businesses, online shops, personal blogs, and journalistic outlets. Its minimalist design is both clean and modern, making it a great fit for corporate, fashion, food, travel, and lifestyle sites.</p> <p>With SEO optimization, it helps your content rank better in search engines. Features like sidebars and widgets are ideal for displaying Adsense, affiliate links, or author information.</p> <p>This theme is not only lightweight and customizable but also works smoothly with page builders like Elementor and Divi Builder. Its compatibility with WooCommerce adds e-commerce functionality, making it suitable for startups, agencies, and portfolios.</p> <p>The theme is mobile-friendly, translation-ready, and supports schema markup. A key feature is its live chat integration with JoinChat for real-time customer engagement.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-conference/">Business Conference</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-conference/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Business Conference WordPress Theme" height="1132" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Business-Conference.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Business Conference Theme is a go-to free WordPress theme for events and conferences. Designed specifically for business meetups, technology conferences, and product launches, it’s compatible with WP Event Manager plugin and integrates well with popular page builders.</p> <p>It’s responsive, supports multiple browsers, and is translation-ready and SEO-optimized. With dedicated customer support, it’s an ideal choice for any event-focused website.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-fse/">Business FSE</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-fse/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Business FSE WordPress Theme" height="1128" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Business-FSE.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Business FSE is a dynamic Full Site Editing WordPress theme, ideal for a range of business sectors including startups, law firms, and agencies. Leveraging the power of WordPress’s block editor, it enables the creation of eye-catching designs without the need for coding.</p> <p>This theme offers an array of pre-designed templates and patterns, addressing various business requirements and goals. Known for its rapid loading times, Business FSE enhances both user experience and SEO performance.</p> <p>It is search engine optimized, featuring clean code and compatibility with major SEO plugins. The interface is user-friendly, facilitating the implementation of SEO best practices. Consistency in responsive browsing across all devices ensures your website looks impeccable on any screen.</p> <p>Explore more about Business FSE through its demo, and access documentation or support as needed.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-growth-x/">Business Growth X </a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-growth-x/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Business Growth X WordPress Theme" height="1131" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Business-Growth-X.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>The theme is SEO-optimized, boosting your content’s search engine visibility. It supports popular page builders such as Elementor and Divi Builder, offering design flexibility. With WooCommerce compatibility, it enables e-commerce features and includes schema markup for improved online visibility.</p> <p>Mobile-friendly and translation-ready, Business Growth X is great for bloggers, startups, and anyone aiming for a professional online look. Explore Business Growth X for a customizable web experience.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-guidance-coach/">Business Guidance Coach</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/business-guidance-coach/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Business Guidance Coach WordPress Theme" height="1107" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Business-Guidance-Coach.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Business Guidance Coach is a WordPress theme crafted specifically for business coaches, consultants, and mentors. It provides a polished and complete platform to showcase expertise and offer advice to emerging entrepreneurs and leaders.</p> <p>The theme’s design is sleek and user-friendly, reflecting the professionalism of business coaches and facilitating easy interaction. It’s responsive across various devices, extending its reach to a broader audience.</p> <p>Customizable to align with personal branding, it enhances each user’s unique identity. Supporting multimedia integration, it enriches interactions between coaches and their audience, making it an ideal choice for professionals in business coaching.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/cube-business/">Cube Business</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/cube-business/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Cube Business WordPress Theme" height="1049" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Cube-Business.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Cube Business is a WordPress theme based on Elementor, fitting for agencies, businesses, and financial sites. It boasts a modern, responsive layout with excellent typography, prioritizing readability and user experience.</p> <p>Its compatibility with Elementor Page Builder makes it user-friendly, even for beginners, by removing the need for CSS or HTML skills. Cube Business is ideal for those who want an easy, yet powerful theme for a professional online presence.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/fse-business-blocks/">FSE Business Blocks</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/fse-business-blocks/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="FSE Business Blocks WordPress Theme" height="1089" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/FSE-Business-Blocks.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>FSE Business Blocks delivers a simple yet elegant solution for WordPress website creation. It features a clean design and a comprehensive set of features, including hero sections, portfolio showcases, prominent call-to-action buttons, and client testimonials.</p> <p>Suitable for business sites, personal brands, or creative projects, FSE Business Blocks is designed for quick and effective website launches. It combines functionality with aesthetic appeal, making it a prime choice for establishing a prominent online presence.</p> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/goldy-business/">Goldy Business</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/themes/goldy-business/"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Goldy Business WordPress Theme" height="1131" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Goldy-Business.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Goldy Business is a WordPress theme that blends a modern aesthetic with user-friendly functionality. It’s adaptable for a variety of websites, featuring an appealing design and numerous features like a featured slider, sections for about, portfolio, team, services, sponsors, and testimonials.</p> <p>The theme also includes a sticky header, social information, a sidebar, and excerpt options. These features are responsive and easily customizable, allowing Goldy Business to meet your specific requirements, providing an effortless experience for both site owners and visitors.</p> <h2 id="premium_themes">Premium Business WordPress Themes</h2> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-19680707">AhaShop</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-19680707"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="AhaShop WordPress Theme" height="933" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/AhaShop.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>AhaShop is tailored for small to medium-sized online fashion stores, making it a prime choice for businesses dealing in clothing for all ages, along with shoes, watches, jewelry, handbags, and accessories.</p> <p>This WordPress theme streamlines the creation of online fashion stores with tools like WPBakery Page Builder, Flexible Slider, compatibility with the latest versions of WooCommerce and WordPress, Bootstrap CSS framework, a shop grid layout, a mega menu, and a mobile-friendly design.</p> <p>AhaShop is dedicated to facilitating a quick and easy setup for online fashion businesses, offering a swift solution for launching fashion products online.</p> <div class="button"> <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-19680707">Preview theme</a> </div> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-20567373">Cena Store</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-20567373"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Cena Store WordPress Theme" height="1096" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Cena-Store.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>TB Cena Store is a flexible WooCommerce WordPress Theme, offering a variety of powerful customization options. It’s particularly effective for electronics online stores but versatile enough for various purposes.</p> <p>The theme excels in SEO, boosting your site’s visibility on search engines. It’s fully responsive, ensuring a seamless shopping experience across all devices. Cena Store provides more than 10 different homepage designs, giving you ample choices to find the ideal match for your needs.</p> <p>The One-click import feature simplifies the process of importing content, widgets, sliders, menus, and customization settings.</p> <div class="button"> <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-20567373">Preview theme</a> </div> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-19196010">Fildisi</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-19196010"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Fildisi WordPress Theme" height="705" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Fildisi.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Fildisi is a WordPress theme that serves a wide range of users, from corporations to freelancers, agencies, photographers, designers, and bloggers.</p> <p>Designed to spark creativity, it allows for unique layouts that break from traditional design norms. Fildisi adapts to your creative demands, offering the freedom to craft distinct and striking layouts for any purpose.</p> <p>It’s a top choice for those who prioritize design flexibility and aim to make a strong visual statement with their website.</p> <div class="button"> <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-19196010">Preview theme</a> </div> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-16394318">Hermes</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-16394318"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Hermes WordPress Theme" height="1204" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Hermes.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Hermes is a WooCommerce theme that excels in versatility, fitting a wide range of e-commerce websites.</p> <p>It offers various layouts for home and product pages, providing extensive customization possibilities. Beyond e-commerce, Hermes serves business, creative, news, and corporate sites effectively.</p> <p>Its features include a responsive layout, mega menu, page builder, Slider Revolution, product quick view, and one-click installation. Designed for ease of use, Hermes allows you to create websites without coding skills, making it perfect for those looking for a professional and flexible WordPress theme.</p> <div class="button"> <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-16394318">Preview theme</a> </div> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-26963792">Krowd</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-26963792"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Krowd WordPress Theme" height="829" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/Krowd.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>Krowd is a WordPress theme designed for crowdfunding, charity, nonprofit, NGO, and donation websites, as well as other business and non-profit ventures.</p> <p>Tailored to meet all aspects of crowdfunding, Krowd includes essential features for successful fundraising campaigns. Fully responsive and optimized for conversion rates, it offers high-resolution graphics and easy customization.</p> <p>Key features include Elementor Page Builder, Slider Revolution, WooCommerce, MailChimp, and the Events Calendar. With its advanced control panel and use of technologies like Bootstrap 4, SASS, HTML5, CSS3, and Font Awesome, Krowd is ideal for creating impactful crowdfunding or charity websites.</p> <div class="button"> <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-26963792">Preview theme</a> </div> <hr> <h3><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-18399207">NowaDays</a></h3> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/go/envato-18399207"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="NowaDays WordPress Theme" height="1040" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/business-wordpress-themes/NowaDays.jpg" width="1500"></a></figure> <p>NowaDays is a multi-purpose WordPress theme suitable for creative agencies, portfolios, blogs, and showcases, whether as a multi-page or a one-page layout.</p> <p>It features the Unyson drag-and-drop Page Builder and a comprehensive Theme Options panel, making site building accessible without programming skills. 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Responsive, user-friendly, and fast-loading, it’s adaptable for a variety of websites including business, finance, consulting, personal blogs, shops, photography, and events.</p> <p>The theme boasts over 275 stylish elements and numerous features, all customizable with an advanced visual builder that doesn’t require coding skills. 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Perfect for parents and educators.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/">10 Best Illustrated Children&#8217;s Books for iPad</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>In the digital age, children are increasingly engaging with iPads, transforming the way they read and interact with books. This interactive platform offers a new dimension to storytelling, making it more dynamic and engaging. However, with a plethora of apps available, it can be challenging for parents to sift through and find high-quality, engaging content suitable for bedtime stories.</p> <p>Indeed, there are a select few children’s books on iPad that are <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/children-book-cover-illustration/">beautifully illustrated</a>, enabling children to immerse themselves in the magic of <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/digital-story-telling-tools/">storytelling</a>. The power of a captivating picture book lies not just in the written words, but also in the vibrant illustrations that breathe life into the narrative. In this article, I’ve curated a list of the top 10 children’s book apps, featuring stunning illustrations that bring stories to life.</p> <div class="ref-block ref-block--post" id="ref-post-1"> <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/children-book-cover-illustration/" class="ref-block__link" title="Read More: 20 Beautiful Children’s Book Cover Illustrations" rel="bookmark"><span class="screen-reader-text">20 Beautiful Children’s Book Cover Illustrations</span></a> <div class="ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo" data-img='{ "src" : "https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/thumbs/250x160/children-book-cover-illustration.jpg" }'> <noscript> <style>.no-js #ref-block-post-10912 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url("https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/thumbs/250x160/children-book-cover-illustration.jpg"); }</style> </noscript> </div> <div class="ref-block__summary"> <h4 class="ref-title">20 Beautiful Children’s Book Cover Illustrations</h4> <p class="ref-description"> We all have a special place in our hearts for children's books. When we were young, they stirred... <span>Read more</span></p> </div> </div> <h5>In this article:</h5> <table> <tr> <th>Book Title</th> <th>Description</th> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#cat-in-the-hat">The Cat in the Hat</a></td> <td>Classic Dr. Seuss tale transformed into an interactive learning adventure with kindergarten-level activities</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#fairy-tales">Fairy Tales ~ Bedtime Stories</a></td> <td>Beloved fairy tales come alive with interactive scenes and customizable reading modes</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#nighty-night">Nighty Night Forest</a></td> <td>Help seven adorable forest animals prepare for bedtime in this charming 3D-2D hybrid world</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#little-stories">Little Stories: Bedtime Books</a></td> <td>Make your child the star with personalized tales featuring stunning illustrations and voice recording</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#monsters-sick">Even Monsters Get Sick</a></td> <td>Heartwarming story about friendship between a boy and his under-the-weather monster companion</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#little-fox">Little Fox Music Box</a></td> <td>Sing along to timeless children’s tunes brought to life with charming paper cutout animations</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#heart-bottle">The Heart and the Bottle</a></td> <td>Touching tale of curiosity and emotion, beautifully blending traditional and digital art</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#mr-wolf">Mr. Wolf and the Ginger Cupcakes</a></td> <td>Traditional fairy tale gets a delicious twist with stunning watercolor and pencil artwork</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#cinderella">Cinderella</a></td> <td>Timeless princess story reimagined with modern animations and enchanting music</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#monster-games">Monster Games on StoryBots</a></td> <td>Spooky castle adventure where your child becomes part of the bold, playful illustrations</td> </tr> </table> <hr> <h2 id="cat-in-the-hat"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-cat-in-the-hat/id1004090290">The Cat in the Hat</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="The Cat in the Hat" height="1117" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/The-Cat-in-the-Hat.jpg" width="1500"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Author and Illustrator:</strong> Dr. Seuss</li> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> Oceanhouse Media</li> </ul> <p>Check out <strong>Dr. Seuss’s “The Cat in the Hat” iPad app</strong> to explore a fun and magical world. It’s not just an electronic version of the much-loved story; it’s also a lively, interactive space that brings the tale to life. Kids will love to tap, drag, and tilt their devices to find fun surprises and get more into the story.</p> <p>The unique feature of this app is its <strong>educational aspect</strong>. Apart from just being entertaining, it also includes learning activities. These activities have been designed with the help of literacy experts, focusing on enhancing kids’ skills in <strong>spelling, phonics, rhyming, and reading comprehension</strong>. They are in line with kindergarten level English Language Arts (ELA) standards. Hidden as stars throughout the book, these activities encourage kids to learn at their own speed and keep coming back for more.</p> <p>To top it all off, parents can keep track of their child’s learning journey. They can check the number of minutes their child spends reading and the pages they have read in a <strong>dedicated section</strong>. This way, the app not only brings joy but also provides significant value.</p> <hr> <h2 id="fairy-tales"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fairy-tales-bedtime-stories/id947235578">Fairy Tales ~ Bedtime Stories</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Fairy Tales Bedtime Stories" height="1117" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/Fairy-Tales-Bedtime-Stories.jpg" width="1500"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Author and Illustrator:</strong> Vincent Herriau</li> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> AmayaKids</li> </ul> <p>The <strong>“Fairy Tales ~ Bedtime Stories” app</strong> lets your child dive into a magic-filled world of <strong>classic fairy tales</strong>. This amazing collection includes popular stories like “Puss in Boots”, “The Beauty and the Beast”, “Cinderella”, and “The Snow Queen”, plus so many more.</p> <p>But this isn’t just about reading – the app brings each story alive. It does this with <strong>interactive scenes</strong>, characters who move and talk, and even <strong>educational games</strong> hidden inside the stories. This way, every fairy tale becomes an exciting way to learn.</p> <p>Designed especially for children, this app is super easy to use. The <strong>“Read to Me”</strong> and <strong>“Read it Myself”</strong> modes let kids pick how they want to enjoy each story.</p> <hr> <h2 id="nighty-night"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nighty-night-forest/id1300717402">Nighty Night Forest</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt=" Nighty Night Forest" height="683" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/Nighty-Night-Forest.jpg" width="1500"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Author and Illustrator:</strong>Jeremy Kool</li> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> Fox and Sheep GmbH</li> </ul> <p><strong>“Nighty Night Forest”</strong> is the delightful follow-up to the internationally adored bedtime apps <strong>“Nighty Night”</strong> and <strong>“Nighty Night Circus”</strong>. This third part takes kids on a magical journey into a sleep-filled forest with <strong>seven cute and playful animals</strong>. Designed to become part of your child’s nightly routine, it allows kids to help animals get ready for bed by switching off the lights. From deer to foxes, each animal performs funny and surprising activities before going to sleep.</p> <p>Developed by renowned artist Jeremy Kool, this app masterfully combines <strong>3D modeling and lighting with 2D drawings and textures</strong> to bring stunning landscapes to life. Features include an autoplay mode, hidden treasures, personalized sound effects and music, plus narration in 13 languages. Because of its perfect length, it’s an excellent way to establish a calming bedtime routine for <strong>children aged 2 to 5</strong>.</p> <hr> <h2 id="little-stories"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/little-stories-bedtime-books/id977016099">Little Stories: Bedtime Books</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="Little Stories Bedtime Books" height="1125" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/Little-Stories-Bedtime-Books.jpg" width="1500"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> Diveo Media OU</li> </ul> <p><strong>“Little Stories”</strong> is a fun <strong>collection of fairy tales</strong> designed to make your kid the star of the story. All you need to do is put in your child’s name and gender, and you’ll get a bunch of stories tailored just for them, complete with lovely pictures and captivating music. The app even lets you turn these stories into your own audiobooks. Parents can narrate the tales, adding a layer of comfort and familiarity.</p> <p>This story collection has more than <strong>50 thrilling tales</strong> and over <strong>2200 stunning illustrations</strong>. It’s been awarded numerous times, even bagging <strong>1st place in the “Entertainment” category</strong> at the 2018 Rating Runet.</p> <hr> <h2 id="monsters-sick"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/app/id535303119">Even Monsters Get Sick</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="even monsters get sick michael bruza" height="1117" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/even-monsters-get-sick-michael-bruza.jpg" width="1500"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Author and Illustrator:</strong> Michael Bruza</li> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> Busy Bee Studios</li> </ul> <p><strong>Children aged 3 to 7</strong> are sure to enjoy this sweet tale about a little boy, <strong>Harry, and his unwell monster friend</strong>. The story is brought to life with <strong>cartoon-style drawings</strong>, enhanced with <strong>bold, eye-catching textures</strong> that make the lovable monster truly stand out.</p> <hr> <h2 id="little-fox"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id499541243">Little Fox Music Box</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="little fox music box heidi wittlinger" height="1117" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/little-fox-music-box-heidi-wittlinger.jpg" width="1500"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Illustrator:</strong> Heidi Wittlinger</li> <li><strong>Publisher: </strong>Fox & Sheep</li> </ul> <p><strong>Little Fox</strong> is a <strong>sing-along book</strong> that’s perfect for <strong>kids aged 2 to 6</strong>. This musical app allows you to teach your kids timeless tunes like <strong>“London Bridge”</strong> and <strong>“Old Mac Donald Had A Farm”</strong>. The award-winning artist, <strong>Heidi Wittlinger</strong>, has filled the app with fun characters, created using a unique style of <strong>textured illustrations and paper cutout art</strong>.</p> <hr> <h2 id="heart-bottle"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://books.apple.com/gb/audiobook/the-heart-and-the-bottle/id1441859075">The Heart and the Bottle</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="heart bottle oliver jeffers" height="620" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/heart-bottle-oliver-jeffers.jpg" width="600"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Author / Illustrator: </strong>Oliver Jeffer</li> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> HarperCollins Publishers Ltd</li> </ul> <p><strong>Oliver Jeffers</strong>, a celebrated author of children’s books, has crafted a book for <strong>kids aged 2 to 8</strong>. It’s all about a curious little girl who loves to discover new things. The book combines <strong>traditional art and digital illustrations</strong> to create fun, modern, doodle-like drawings.</p> <hr> <h2 id="mr-wolf"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/mr-wolf-and-the-ginger-cupcakes/id496359949">Mr. Wolf and the Ginger Cupcakes</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="wolf and ginger cupcakes lucia mascuillo" height="450" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/wolf-and-ginger-cupcakes-lucia-mascuillo.jpg" width="600"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Illustrator:</strong> Lucia Mascuill</li> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> BlueQuoll</li> </ul> <p><strong>Mr. Wolf and the Ginger Cupcakes</strong> has a fresh new twist that kids aged between <strong>1 to 8 years</strong> will surely enjoy. <strong>Lucia Mascuillo</strong> spices up the traditional fairytale vibe with her <strong>illustrations</strong>. She uses a mix of <strong>watercolor and pencil</strong> to give her artwork a unique touch.</p> <hr> <h2 id="cinderella"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/cinderella/id553628093">Cinderella</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="cinderella edward bryan" height="450" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/cinderella-edward-bryan.jpg" width="600"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Illustrations:</strong> Edward Brya</li> <li><strong>Publisher:</strong> Nosy Crow</li> </ul> <p><strong>This award-winning app</strong> breathes life into the timeless tale of Cinderella through fun animations and unique music. <strong>Kids aged 3 and up</strong> will be thrilled to engage with the story. The app also features beautiful illustrations, which blend real-world textures with paper cutout styles, adding a contemporary touch to the story.</p> <hr> <h2 id="monster-games"><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="http://www.storybots.com/storybooks/monster-games">Monster Games on StoryBots</a></h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" alt="monster games nikolas ilac" height="449" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/monster-games-nikolas-ilac.jpg" width="600"></figure> <ul> <li><strong>Illustrator:</strong> Nikolas Ilac</li> <li><strong>Animator: </strong>Amelia Lorenz</li> <li><strong>Publisher: </strong>JibJab Media Inc</li> </ul> <p><strong>This Halloween book is perfect for kids aged two to eight!</strong> It’s all about a little kid who goes on an adventure to a scary castle. You can make the story extra special by <strong>adding a picture of your child</strong>. Children will surely enjoy the fun and unique character illustrations by Nikolas Ilac. His art style beautifully <strong>combines bold shapes with delicate details</strong>.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/beautiful-illustrated-kids-books/">10 Best Illustrated Children&#8217;s Books for iPad</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Mobile iPad Kids and Tech Veronica Howes 5 AI-Powered Tools to Automate Your Browser Tasks https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:64c5a620-5ed9-b76a-3f87-e2d54581588f Mon, 12 May 2025 13:00:39 +0000 <p>AI has transformed how we interact with the web such as how we could handle some browser tasks. From data extraction and form submissions to workflow automation, AI-powered tools can handle these processes easily. So instead of manually clicking through pages or copying information, you can use these tools to automate these tasks to save&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/">5 AI-Powered Tools to Automate Your Browser Tasks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>AI has transformed how we interact with the web such as how we could handle some browser tasks. From data extraction and form submissions to workflow automation, <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/ai-writing-tools/">AI-powered tools</a> can handle these processes easily.</p> <p>So instead of manually clicking through pages or copying information, you can use these tools to automate these tasks to save time and streamline your workflow.</p> <p>In this article, we’ve curated and tested some of the browser automation tools available today. If you’re a developer, researcher, or business professional, I’m sure you’ll appreciate these tools as they can help you work more efficiently.</p> <p>Without further ado, let’s check them out.</p> <hr> <h2 id="browseruse">1. <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/browser-use/browser-use">BrowserUse</a></h2> <p><strong>BrowserUse</strong> is an open-source tool designed to enable <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/ai-agents-101/">AI agents</a> to interact with web browsers. This allows the AI agents to perform tasks within the browser environment, such as navigating websites, extracting information, and interacting with the webapps.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/browser-use.jpg" alt="BrowserUse AI-powered browser automation tool" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <p>It supports various models including <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://openai.com/">OpenAI</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.anthropic.com/">Antrhopic</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://gemini.google.com/">Gemini</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.deepseek.com/">DeepSeek</a>, and even <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://ollama.ai/">Ollama</a>.</p> <p>You can use it for a wide range of tasks, from <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/scrape-webpage-automatically/">web scraping</a>, making a purchase, applying for a job, sending email, saving files, and a lot more. And as it is backed with Playwright, it is compatible with all the browsers that Playwright supports including <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.chromium.org/getting-involved/download-chromium/">Chromium</a>, Firefox, and Safari.</p> <p>BrowserUse provides <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/browser-use/browser-use/tree/main/examples">a number of examples and use cases in their repository</a>, which you can learn or take an inspiration from. Below is an example how it can apply for a job for you.</p> <p> <video src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/browser-use-example.mp4" width="640" height="auto" controls></video></p> <div class="procon"> <h3>Pros</h3> <ul> <li>Supports multiple AI models including Ollama.</li> <li>Compatible with all browsers supported by Playwright.</li> </ul> <h3>Cons</h3> <ul> <li><strong>Requires Python</strong>, and some other technical knowledge to set up and use</li> </ul></div> <hr> <h2 id="stagehand">2. <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/browserbase/stagehand">Stagehand</a></h2> <p><strong>Stagehand</strong> is an AI-powerd web browsing framework designed to simplify and improve browser automation tasks.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/stagehand.jpg" alt="Stagehand AI-powered browser automation framework" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <p>It allows you to convert natural language instructions into headless browser operations more efficiently. This not only reduces the complexity traditionally associated with browser automation but also could speed up your development workflows.</p> <p>Stagehand also runs with Playwright under the hood. But what makes it different is that it <strong>provides an easy to follow API in JavaScript</strong> which makes it easier to integrate with your existing JavaScript-based projects.</p> <p>You can use it to automate a wide range of tasks, from web scraping to testing and monitoring. Checkout how easy it is to use it.</p> <div style="position: relative; padding-bottom: 64.63195691202873%; height: 0;"> <iframe src="https://www.loom.com/embed/f5107f86d8c94fa0a8b4b1e89740f7a7?sid=5d31abe4-447a-4040-9c58-e146533b7713" frameborder="0" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;"></iframe> </div> <div class="procon"> <h3>Pros</h3> <ul> <li>Easy to install with NPX package</li> <li>Easy to use API in JavaScript</li> <li>Supports a wide range of browser automation tasks</li> </ul> <h3>Cons</h3> <ul> <li>Only supports OpenAI and Anthropic AI models</li> </ul></div> <hr> <h2 id="skyvern">3. <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/Skyvern-AI/skyvern">Skyvern</a></h2> <p><strong>Skyvern</strong> is a tool that use LLMs and computer vision to automate workflows across various browsers.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/skyvern.jpg" alt="Skyvern AI-powered browser automation with computer vision" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <p>It comes with several AI agents designed to handle different tasks:</p> <ul> <li><strong>The 2FA Agent</strong>, which is capable of handling two-factor authentication</li> <li><strong>The Auto-complete Agent</strong>, which is capable of filling out forms with dynamic auto-complete features</li> <li><strong>The Data Extraction Agent</strong>, which is to extract information on the website like text and table and organize them in proper formatting.</li> <li><strong>The Interactable Element Agent</strong>, which capable of parsing the HTML to identify elements like buttons, links, and input fields that can be interacted with.</li> <li><strong>The Password Agent</strong>, which is capable of managing sensitive inputs such as usernames and password</li> </ul> <p>It combines prompts, computer vision, and these intelligent agents to analyze and interact with web pages in real time. This allows it to navigate and automate tasks on websites it has never seen before without needing custom code by mapping visual elements to the actions required for a given workflow.</p> <p>It supports a wide range of AI models, including OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS Bedrock, and it will soon also include Ollama, and Gemini.</p> <div class="procon"> <h3>Pros</h3> <ul> <li>An advanced tool that comes with anti-bot detection mechanisms, proxy network, and CAPTCHA solving to allow you to complete more complicated workflows.</li> <li>Supports various different AI models.</li> <li>Provides a user-friendly interface to create and manage the automatic workflows.</li> <li>Backed with Playwright under the hood, which allows it to work with different browsers including Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.</li> </ul> <h3>Cons</h3> <ul> <li>Requires some technical knowledge to use it on self-host setup.</li> </ul></div> <hr> <h2 id="shortest">4. <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://shortest.com">Shortest</a></h2> <p><strong>Shortest</strong> is an open-source, AI-powered testing framework that allows you to write end-to-end tests using plain English instruction.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/shortest.jpg" alt="Shortest AI-powered end-to-end testing framework" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <p>This allows you to focus on describing your test scenarios, while Shortest handles the implementation details. For example, using the <code>shortest</code> function, you can specify actions like logging into an application with a username and password.</p> <pre> import { shortest } from '@antiwork/shortest' shortest('Login to the app using email and password', { username: process.env.GITHUB_USERNAME, password: process.env.GITHUB_PASSWORD }) </pre> <p>It is built on top of <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://playwright.dev/">Playwright</a>, and provides seamless <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/manage-git-github-atom/">GitHub integration</a> for continuous integration and deployment workflows.</p> <p>See how it works in action below.</p> <p> <video src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/shortest-example.mp4" width="640" height="auto" controls></video></p> <div class="procon"> <h3>Pros</h3> <ul> <li>Designed specifically for E2E testing</li> <li>Provides JavaScript API</li> <li>Seamless Github and Playwright integration, which makes it easier to adopt it, if you’re already using these tools</li> </ul> <h3>Cons</h3> <ul> <li>It’s designed only for automating E2E testing. If you’re looking to automate other browser tasks, you might want to consider other tools</li> </ul></div> <hr> <h2 id="automa">5. <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.automa.site">Automa</a></h2> <p><strong>Automa</strong> is a free, open-source <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/productivity-chrome-extensions/">browser extension</a> designed to automate various web tasks such as auto-filling forms, taking screenshots, scraping data from websites, and downloading assets.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/automa.jpg" alt="Automa browser extension for task automation" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <p>Automating browser tasks is pretty simple.</p> <p>It provides a user-friendly, low-code interface that allows you to create automation workflows by connecting different blocks. It also has a workflow recording feature that captures your actions automatically, and the marketplace features numerous shared workflows that you can add and customize to suit your needs.</p> <p>Even though it is not an AI-powered tool per se, it’s the ease of use that makes it on the list, and it also provides a custom block where you can put your own functions to integrate with AI services such as OpenAI, Claude, or DeepSeek.</p> <p>It is available both <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/automa/infppggnoaenmfagbfknfkancpbljcca">for Chrome</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/automa/">Firefox browsers</a>, and you can install it directly from their respective extension stores.</p> <div class="procon"> <h3>Pros</h3> <ul> <li>Comes as browser extensions. It’s very easy to install it.</li> <li>Provides a user-friendly interface to create automation workflows</li> <li>Supports custom blocks to integrate with external AI services</li> </ul> <h3>Cons</h3> <ul> <li>Since it’s not an AI-powered tool per se, it might not be as advanced as other tools on the list</li> </ul></div> <h2>Wrapping Up</h2> <p>AI-powered tools can help you automate your browser tasks, saving you time and streamlining your workflow. In this article, we’ve curated some of the best AI-powered tools available today that are free and open-source.</p> <p>Give them a try and see how they can help you work more efficiently.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/best-ai-tools-browser-automation/">5 AI-Powered Tools to Automate Your Browser Tasks</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Internet Thoriq Firdaus 6 Cursor AI Tips You Should Know https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/essential-cursor-editor-tips/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:ca7a9d65-4876-04f3-fae9-819952e78ddc Mon, 12 May 2025 13:00:11 +0000 <p>Cursor is a code editor designed to help you write code faster and more efficiently. It uses AI assistants that understand your code, offers smart suggestions, generates code snippets, and even helps fix bugs. To make the most of Cursor, it’s important to use it effectively. In this article, we’ll share practical tips and tricks&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/essential-cursor-editor-tips/">6 Cursor AI Tips You Should Know</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>Cursor is a code editor designed to help you write code faster and more efficiently. It uses AI assistants that understand your code, offers smart suggestions, generates code snippets, and even helps fix bugs.</p> <p>To make the most of Cursor, it’s important to use it effectively. In this article, we’ll share practical tips and tricks to boost your workflow and get the best results in this <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/best-ai-powered-code-editors/">AI-powered code editor</a>.</p> <p>Ready to boost your productivity? Here are some practical ways to get the most out of Cursor.</p> <hr> <h2 id="cursor-cli">1. Use the Cursor CLI</h2> <p>The cursor CLI is a command-line tool for Windows, macOS, and Linux that allows you to interact with the Cursor editor directly from your terminal. To install the CLI, you can launch the command palette with <kbd>Cmd/Ctrl</kbd>+<kbd>P</kbd>, and select the <strong>Shell Command: Install “cursor” command</strong> menu, as follows:</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-cli-installation.jpg" alt="Installing Cursor CLI command through command palette" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <p>It works similarly to the <code>code</code> CLI for VSCode. It allows you, for example, to create, manage, and open projects in the Cursor editor without leaving the command line.</p> <p>In addition to project management, the CLI also helps you handle extensions in Cursor. You can list installed extensions, update them, or uninstall ones you no longer need with simple commands.</p> <p>Here are a few examples of how you can use the <code>cursor</code> CLI:</p> <h5>Open current directory in Cursor editor:</h5> <pre> cursor . </pre> <h5>Add folder to the last active window:</h5> <pre> cursor --add site </pre> <h5>List currently installed extensions:</h5> <pre> cursor --list-extensions </pre> <p>Using the CLI is particularly useful especially if you frequently or prefer working in the Terminal, as it could help making your development process more efficient.</p> <hr> <h2 id="use-context">2. Use Context</h2> <p>The chat feature in Cursor allows you to interact with the <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/create-chatbot-with-openai/">AI assistant</a> directly. You can ask questions, request code changes, and get suggestions that you can apply with a single click.</p> <p>One important thing to remember is that Cursor works best when you provide the right context. The more relevant details you include, the better its responses will be.</p> <p>A great way to do this is by tagging relevant files using <strong>@</strong>. This helps the AI understand your code better and give more precise suggestions.</p> <p>For example, if you want to create a test for a class, you can tag the file.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-chat-context.jpg" alt="Using @ symbol to tag files in Cursor chat for context" width="1000" height="375"> </figure> <p>This way it can understand better what the code is about and thus can also provide more accurate responses. If you’re happy with it, you can simply click on the <strong>Apply</strong> option. It also understands where to put it in the directory, as we can see below:</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-chat-context-apply.jpg" alt="Applying AI-generated code suggestion in Cursor editor"> </figure> <hr> <h2 id="image-context">3. Use Image for Context in Chat</h2> <p>Furthermore, one of the cool things about Cursor chat is that you’re able to include image as context. You can do so by drag-n-drop the image on the chat box.</p> <p>When an image is included, it can analyze it alongside the provided text, enabling it to generate more relevant and accurate code. This is particularly useful for tasks that require visual cues, such as updating user interfaces or replicating design elements from mockups.</p> <p>In this example, we will use it to generate an SVG.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-chat-context-image.jpg" alt="Using drag and drop image feature in Cursor chat" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>It’s pretty handy!</p> <p>But it’s important to note that results may vary depending on the image’s complexity and the task. It can still struggle with finer details.</p> <hr> <h2 id="custom-rules">4. Use Custom Rules</h2> <p>Cursor also ships with a feature called <strong>Rules for AI</strong>.</p> <p>This feature allows you to define rules for the AI to follow when suggesting or generating codes. You can define the format, naming conventions, best practices for your project, or apply rules for specific files.</p> <p>This is super helpful if you’re working with a team and need everyone to follow the same coding rules, or if you just have a personal way of doing things. It can save you time, avoid unnecessary edits, and get suggestions that fit your workflow perfectly.</p> <p>So, to set up the rules, you can go to the <strong>Settings > Cursor Settings > Rules</strong>. Click on the <strong>+ Add new rule</strong>. Then, you will need to add the name, description, and optionally attach a file to the rule.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-rules-create.jpg" alt="Creating new AI rule in Cursor settings" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Now, it’s time to set up your rules.</p> <p>If you’re just getting started, keep it simple. Don’t try to define every rule at once. Focus on the most important ones first. Then, test how the AI responds and refine your rules as needed to get the best results.</p> <p>Here is an example of how we can describe the rule:</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-rules-rules-description.jpg" alt="Setting up PSR-12 coding standards in Cursor AI rules" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>This will ensure the AI assistant would follow PSR-12 convention when generating PHP codes with few exceptions, and also apply specific rule to a one specific file.</p> <hr> <h2 id="notepads">5. Use Notepads</h2> <p>Another feature in Cursor that can make your workflow even more efficient is <strong>Notepads</strong>. By default, this feature might be hidden in the editor, but you can enable it by right-clicking on the <strong>Primary Sidebar</strong> on the right side and selecting <strong>Notepads</strong> from the menu.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-notepads-show-menu.jpg" alt="Enabling Notepads feature in Cursor sidebar" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Now, you can find <strong>Notepads</strong> in the Cursor sidebar. Create a new one with a clear name, add your content using plain text or markdown.</p> <p>You can add for example the write down the project architecture decisions, recording development guidelines and best practices, and helping maintain consistency across your codebase.</p> <p>If you frequently use certain code snippets, Notepads can act as a handy place to store reusable templates. It’s also great for keeping frequently referenced documentation, like API details, troubleshooting steps, or internal workflows.</p> <p>Here is an example where we define the architecture decisions for the Frontend projects:</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-notepads-example.jpg" alt="Frontend architecture decisions documented in Cursor Notepad" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Now, you can refer your <strong>Notepads</strong> in Chat or in Composer (Agent) in Cursor, using <code>@Notepads</code>.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-notepads-reference.jpg" alt="Referencing Notepad content in Cursor chat" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <hr> <h2 id="documentation">6. Documentation Integration</h2> <p>Cursor, like any AI assistant or tool, works best when it has the right context, such as relevant documentation, to guide its responses.</p> <p>In Cursor, you can add and reference external documentation directly in the editor to give the AI assistant access to important resources.</p> <p>By default, Cursor already includes a wide range of official documentation, covering frameworks like WordPress, Laravel, Vue, React, Angular, and many more. If the documentation you need isn’t available, you can easily add it by providing a URL. This is especially useful for including internal team documentation. As long as the content is publicly accessible, Cursor can fetch and use it.</p> <p>To includes documentation as reference, you can type <code>@docs</code> in the chat box, and then you can search for the documentation you need.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-docs-reference.jpg" alt="Searching for documentation using @docs command in Cursor" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>In this example, I add the reference to <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://wordpress.org/documentation/">the WordPress official docs</a> and ask Cursor to create a post type.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/essential-cursor-editor-tips/cursor-docs-reference-example-prompt.jpg" alt="Creating WordPress custom post type using documentation reference" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>Cursor is quite smart that it defined the post type with a class with proper name, add it in proper directory, set the <code>private</code> option to <code>false</code> and add all translatable labels with the correct text domain.</p> <hr> <h2>Wrapping Up</h2> <p>Cursor is a powerful AI assistant that can help you write code faster, and improve your workflow. In this article, we’ve explored some of the tips and tricks that can help you get the most out of Cursor. Hopefully, you’ve found them useful and can apply them to your own projects.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/essential-cursor-editor-tips/">6 Cursor AI Tips You Should Know</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Internet Thoriq Firdaus 10 Best Mobile Apps to Create Typography Easily https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/typography-mobile-apps/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:adf929d1-1934-e45c-2fd8-cb83ed7f4c0d Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:00:28 +0000 <p>Ever scrolled through Instagram and wondered how people create those gorgeous text designs? Or maybe you’ve tried to make a poster or meme, only to end up with something that looks, well, a bit amateur? I’ve been there too! The good news is, creating professional-looking typography doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, with the&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/typography-mobile-apps/">10 Best Mobile Apps to Create Typography Easily</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>Ever scrolled through Instagram and wondered how people create those gorgeous text designs? Or maybe you’ve tried to make a poster or meme, only to end up with something that looks, well, a bit amateur? I’ve been there too!</p> <p>The good news is, creating professional-looking typography doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, with the right apps, you can whip up stunning text designs in minutes – no graphic design degree required. While we’ve previously explored <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/online-typography-tools/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">essential web typography tools for designers</a>, this time we’re focusing on mobile solutions that let you create on the go.</p> <p>Whether you’re spicing up your social media, designing a flyer, or just having fun with text, there’s an app that can help. I’ve tested dozens of typography apps to bring you this list of the 10 best. We’ll look at what makes each one special, how much they cost, and which devices they work on. Ready to turn your text into art? Let’s get started!</p> <hr> <h3>Overview:</h3> <table> <thead> <tr> <th>Tool Name</th> <th>Features</th> <th>Pricing</th> <th>Platform</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody> <tr> <td><a href="#typorama" rel="nofollow">Typorama</a></td> <td>Create stunning text-based designs with no design skills needed.</td> <td>Free; Pro starts at $1.99.</td> <td>iOS</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#text-art" rel="nofollow">Text Art</a></td> <td>Design posters, flyers, and social media posts quickly and easily.</td> <td>Free; Premium starts at $2.99.</td> <td>iOS</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#tenada" rel="nofollow">TENADA</a></td> <td>Create logos, collages, and video posts with 3D effects and templates.</td> <td>Free; Pro starts at $4.99/month.</td> <td>iOS, Android</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#word-swag" rel="nofollow">Word Swag</a></td> <td>Turn text and photos into stunning designs with pre-made layouts.</td> <td>Free; Pro starts at $4.99.</td> <td>iOS</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#leto" rel="nofollow">Leto</a></td> <td>Create eye-catching Instagram stories, posts, and reels with fonts and effects.</td> <td>Free; Premium starts at $4.99.</td> <td>iOS, Android</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#art-word" rel="nofollow">Art Word</a></td> <td>Transform photos into creative designs with text, stamps, and effects.</td> <td>Free with in-app purchases.</td> <td>iOS, Android</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#font-candy" rel="nofollow">Font Candy</a></td> <td>Add text and artwork to photos for social media and merch designs.</td> <td>Free; Premium features via in-app purchases.</td> <td>iOS</td> </tr> <tr> <td><a href="#fontspiration" rel="nofollow">Fontspiration</a></td> <td>Create custom text designs and animations for social media.</td> <td>Free.</td> <td>iOS</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <hr> <h2 id="typorama">Typorama</h2> <figure><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/Typorama.jpg" alt="Typorama" width="1500" height="1066"></figure> <p>Typorama is a simple app for creating eye-catching text-based designs. It’s great for social media posts, posters, and quotes. With ready-made layouts and effects, you can turn plain text into stylish graphics quickly.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>50+ text styles and fonts for different themes.</li> <li>Creative effects like ribbons, badges, and curved text.</li> <li>Basic photo editing with filters and overlays.</li> <li>3D effects and shadow options for added depth.</li> <li>High-resolution exports up to 2048 x 2048 pixels.</li> <li>Watermark support for branding.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free version; Pro features start at $1.99.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/typorama-text-on-photo-editor/id978659937" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a></p> <hr> <h2 id="text-art">Text Art</h2> <figure><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/Text-Art.jpg" alt="Text-Art" width="1500" height="1057"></figure> <p>Text Art is an easy-to-use app for creating custom posters, flyers, and social media posts. Just add text to your photos and style it with fonts, layouts, and effects in seconds.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Wide range of fonts and layouts for quick designs.</li> <li>Custom colors, gradients, and textures for text.</li> <li>Access millions of free stock photos.</li> <li>Built-in library of inspirational quotes.</li> <li>High-resolution export for print-quality results.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free version; premium plans start at $2.99.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/text-art-typography-word/id1478737802" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a></p> <hr> <h2 id="tenada">TENADA</h2> <figure><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/TENADA.jpg" alt="TENADA" width="1500" height="1383"></figure> <p>TENADA is a versatile design app for creating logos, collages, and video posts. It offers easy-to-use tools for editing text, photos, and videos-perfect for beginners and pros alike.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Animated templates for logos, collages, and typography.</li> <li>3D editor with 300+ motion presets.</li> <li>Customizable text effects like neon and fire animations.</li> <li>Backgrounds with gradients, colors, and Unsplash images.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free version; Pro starts at $4.99/month.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tenada-graphic-design-editor/id1557814350" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tenada.android&hl=en_SG" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-android" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> Android </span></a></p> <hr> <h2 id="word-swag">Word Swag</h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/Word-Swag.jpg" alt="Word-Swag" width="1500" height="1056"></figure> <p>Word Swag makes it easy to create stylish text designs for social media, posters, and more. Its Typomatic™ engine helps you design pro-level layouts in seconds.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>100+ stylish fonts with fun and creative themes.</li> <li>Instant layouts using the Typomatic™ engine.</li> <li>Design ideas from the Word Swag Genie tool.</li> <li>Millions of free backgrounds via Unsplash and Pixabay.</li> <li>22 filters and effects to enhance photos.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free version; Pro starts at $4.99.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/word-swag-cool-fonts/id645746786" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a></p> <hr> <h2 id="leto">Leto</h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/Leto.jpg" alt="Leto" width="1500" height="1063"></figure> <p>Leto is a simple app for creating stylish stories, posts, and reels. It comes with fonts, stickers, and editing tools to level up your social media content.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>500+ fonts, including calligraphy and animated styles.</li> <li>Photo and video editor with quick editing tools.</li> <li>Ready-made templates for posts and collages.</li> <li>Subtitles, filters, and effects to enhance visuals.</li> <li>One-tap background removal for clean edits.</li> <li>AR tools to add fonts and stickers to real-world scenes.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free version; premium plans start at $4.99.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/leto-font-for-instagram-story/id1489707025" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alexyndrik.leto&hl=en_SG" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-android" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> Android </span></a></p> <hr> <h2 id="art-word">Art Word</h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/Art-Word.jpg" alt="Art-Word" width="1500" height="1055"></figure> <p>Art Word is an easy-to-use app for turning photos into creative designs. Add text, stamps, and effects to make memes, greeting cards, and motivational quotes.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Stylish fonts for captions, quotes, and messages.</li> <li>Photo editing tools to adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation.</li> <li>Decorative stamps, ribbons, banners, and frames.</li> <li>Quick sharing to Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free with optional in-app purchases.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/art-word-add-text-to-photos/id1156396870" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=add.text.to.photo.write.on.picture.editor&hl=en" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-android" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> Android </span></a></p> <hr> <h2 id="font-candy">Font Candy</h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/Font-Candy.jpg" alt="Font-Candy" width="1500" height="1486"></figure> <p>Font Candy lets you add text and artwork to photos quickly. It’s perfect for creating social media posts, merch designs, and quotes with minimal effort.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>45+ artistic fonts for custom text designs.</li> <li>Text tools to curve, add shadows, and edit captions.</li> <li>Built-in artwork and quotes for quick inspiration.</li> <li>Filters and customizable colors to enhance photos.</li> <li>Design and order t-shirts, posters, and more.</li> <li>Resize and crop images for social media platforms.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free download; premium features via in-app purchases and subscriptions.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/font-candy-photo-text-editor/id661971496" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a></p> <hr> <h2 id="fontspiration">Fontspiration</h2> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/typography-mobile-apps/Fontspiration.jpg" alt="Fontspiration" width="1500" height="866"></figure> <p>Fontspiration is a simple app for creating custom text designs and animations. It’s great for social media posts and personal projects with plenty of fonts and motion effects to explore.</p> <p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Hundreds of fonts for unique designs.</li> <li>Custom tools to adjust size, alignment, and colors.</li> <li>Animated text effects to add motion.</li> <li>Inspiration feed with creative design ideas.</li> <li>Quick sharing to Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Pricing:</strong> Free to download and use.</p> <p><a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fontspiration/id930147513" class="su-button su-button-style-flat" style="color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#2D89EF;border-color:#246ec0;border-radius:0px" target="__blank" rel="noopener nofollow"><span style="color:#FFFFFF;padding:7px 20px;font-size:16px;line-height:24px;border-color:#6cadf4;border-radius:0px;text-shadow:none"><i class="sui sui-apple" style="font-size:16px;color:#fff"></i> iOS </span></a> </p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/typography-mobile-apps/">10 Best Mobile Apps to Create Typography Easily</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Mobile Font Tools Fonts Agus How to Make Files Immutable in Linux Using chattr Command https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/linux-chattr-command/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:c8ec9018-097c-0d0b-1185-2ea76c3fa1d1 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:00:25 +0000 <p>Use chattr's immutable flag to protect Linux files from deletion or modification-even by root users.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/linux-chattr-command/">How to Make Files Immutable in Linux Using chattr Command</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>Have you ever accidentally deleted an important configuration file or overwritten changes you needed? Linux offers a powerful but lesser-known feature that can help prevent these situations: file immutability.</p> <p>Making a file immutable means it cannot be modified, deleted, renamed, or linked to-even by users with root privileges. This provides an extra layer of protection for critical system files or important data.</p> <p>In this guide, we’ll look at how to use the <code>chattr</code> command to make files immutable in Linux, what happens when you try to modify protected files, and how to remove this protection when needed.</p> <hr> <h2 id="making-files-immutable">Making Files Immutable in Linux</h2> <p>The <code>chattr</code> (change attribute) command is what we’ll use to make files immutable. Unlike regular file permissions that only restrict access based on user privileges, file attributes can prevent specific operations regardless of who attempts them.</p> <h3>The Command Syntax</h3> <p>To make a file immutable, you use the <code>chattr</code> command with the <code>+i</code> flag:</p> <pre> sudo chattr +i filename.txt </pre> <p>You’ll need root privileges (using <code>sudo</code>) to change file attributes, especially for system files. If you’re not familiar with <code>sudo</code>, check out our guide on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/linux-command-sudo/">how to use the sudo command in Linux</a>.</p> <h3>What Happens When a File is Immutable?</h3> <p>Once a file is marked as immutable, several operations will fail with an “operation not permitted” error:</p> <ul> <li>You can’t modify the file’s contents</li> <li>You can’t rename the file</li> <li>You can’t delete the file</li> <li>You can’t create a hard link to the file</li> <li>You can’t change permissions or ownership</li> </ul> <p>Let’s look at some examples of what happens when you try to modify an immutable file:</p> <pre> $ sudo chattr +i important.conf $ rm important.conf rm: cannot remove 'important.conf': Operation not permitted $ mv important.conf renamed.conf mv: cannot move 'important.conf' to 'renamed.conf': Operation not permitted $ echo "new content" > important.conf bash: important.conf: Operation not permitted </pre> <p>Notice that even with proper file permissions, these operations fail. That’s the power of the immutable attribute – it overrides normal permission checks.</p> <p class="note">Remember that while a file is immutable, even root users cannot modify it until the immutable attribute is removed.</p> <h3>Checking if a File is Immutable</h3> <p>Before attempting to modify a file, you might want to check if it has the immutable attribute set. You can use the <code>lsattr</code> (list attributes) command:</p> <pre> $ lsattr filename.txt ----i--------e---- filename.txt </pre> <p>The presence of the ‘i’ flag indicates the file is immutable.</p> <h3>When to Remove Immutability</h3> <p>You should remove immutability when:</p> <ul> <li>You need to update configuration files</li> <li>You’re performing system maintenance</li> <li>You’re upgrading software that will modify protected files</li> <li>You no longer need the protection for specific files</li> </ul> <p>A good practice is to remove immutability, make your changes, and then set the file as immutable again once you’re done.</p> <hr> <h2 id="removing-immutability">Removing Immutability from Files</h2> <p>When you need to update or manage an immutable file, you’ll first need to remove the immutable attribute. This is done with the <code>chattr</code> command again, but using the <code>-i</code> flag:</p> <pre> sudo chattr -i filename.txt </pre> <p>After removing the immutable attribute, you can perform all normal file operations:</p> <pre> $ sudo chattr -i important.conf $ echo "Updated content" > important.conf # Now works $ mv important.conf renamed.conf # Now works $ rm renamed.conf # Now works </pre> <hr> <h2 id="practical-use-cases">Practical Use Cases for File Immutability</h2> <p>Making files immutable isn’t just a cool trick-it has several practical applications for system administrators and security-conscious users:</p> <h3>1. Protecting Critical Configuration Files</h3> <p>System configuration files like <code>/etc/passwd</code>, <code>/etc/shadow</code>, and <code>/etc/hosts</code> contain essential information. Making them immutable prevents accidental or malicious changes that could compromise your system.</p> <pre> sudo chattr +i /etc/passwd /etc/shadow /etc/hosts </pre> <p>Remember to temporarily remove immutability when legitimate updates are needed, then re-apply it afterward.</p> <h3>2. Preventing Accidental File Deletion</h3> <p>We’ve all had that sinking feeling after accidentally deleting an important file. For files you rarely change but always need, immutability provides peace of mind:</p> <pre> sudo chattr +i ~/Documents/important_records.pdf </pre> <h3>3. Hardening Against Malware</h3> <p>Some malware attempts to modify system files or configuration files. By making critical system files immutable, you can prevent malware from successfully compromising your system, even if it somehow gains elevated privileges.</p> <h3>4. Managing Production Environments</h3> <p>In production environments where stability is crucial, you can make deployment configurations immutable to prevent accidental changes that might cause outages:</p> <pre> sudo chattr +i /etc/nginx/nginx.conf sudo chattr +i /etc/apache2/apache2.conf </pre> <h3>5. Securing Boot Files</h3> <p>Making boot files immutable helps protect against boot-sector malware and ensures your system boots reliably:</p> <pre> sudo chattr +i /boot/grub/grub.cfg </pre> <h3>6. Creating Write-Once Files</h3> <p>For logs or records that should never be altered after creation (for compliance or security reasons), you can create the file, add content, and then make it immutable:</p> <pre> echo "Initial log entry: $(date)" > audit_log.txt sudo chattr +i audit_log.txt </pre> <p>Remember that immutability doesn’t replace backups! While it prevents modification or deletion, it won’t protect against hardware failures or other issues that might corrupt your storage.</p> <hr> <h2>Conclusion</h2> <p>The <code>chattr</code> command with its immutable flag provides a simple but powerful way to protect critical files on your Linux system. With just two commands-<code>chattr +i</code> to make a file immutable and <code>chattr -i</code> to remove immutability-you can add an extra layer of protection to your most important files.</p> <p>This feature is especially valuable because:</p> <ul> <li>It works regardless of file permissions or user privileges</li> <li>It provides protection against both accidents and malicious actions</li> <li>It’s easy to apply and remove as needed</li> <li>It requires no additional software installation (it’s built into Linux)</li> </ul> <p>While not a replacement for good backup practices or proper system administration, file immutability is a valuable tool in your Linux security toolkit. It creates a simple “lock” that requires deliberate action to remove, preventing many common file disasters.</p> <h3>Other Useful File Attributes</h3> <p>Beyond immutability, the <code>chattr</code> command offers several other useful attributes:</p> <ul> <li><code>a</code> (append-only): Files can only be opened for appending data, not editing existing content</li> <li><code>s</code> (secure deletion): When a file is deleted, blocks are zeroed and written to disk</li> <li><code>A</code> (no atime updates): The file’s access time record isn’t modified when the file is accessed</li> <li><code>c</code> (compressed): The file is automatically compressed on disk and decompressed when read</li> </ul> <p>Next time you have an important configuration file that needs protection, or just want to ensure you don’t accidentally delete your tax records, remember the simple power of <code>chattr +i</code>. It might just save your day!</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/linux-chattr-command/">How to Make Files Immutable in Linux Using chattr Command</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Desktop Linux Commands Hongkiat.com How to Integrate ChatGPT With Visual Studio Code https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:010e00d1-313c-9cba-5caa-0263c9a3e178 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:00:12 +0000 <p>In the past, if you ran into a coding issue in Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and wanted help from ChatGPT, you’d usually have to copy your code, paste it into ChatGPT, type your question, then copy the answer and paste it back into VS Code. This back-and-forth could be a bit slow and interrupt&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/">How to Integrate ChatGPT With Visual Studio Code</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>In the past, if you ran into a coding issue in Visual Studio Code (VS Code) and wanted help from ChatGPT, you’d usually have to copy your code, paste it into ChatGPT, type your question, then copy the answer and paste it back into VS Code.</p> <p><strong>This back-and-forth could be a bit slow and interrupt your flow.</strong></p> <figure> <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/cover.jpg" alt="ChatGPT VS Code integration interface" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>But now, with the latest version, ChatGPT can work directly with apps on your desktop, <strong>including VS Code</strong>. This means ChatGPT can “see” the files you have open when you ask for help, so it understands the context without you needing to copy and paste everything.</p> <p>Let’s see how this works.</p> <p class="recommended_top">See Also: <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/chatgpt-macos-apps-integration/">How to Use ChatGPT with macOS Apps</a></p> <h2>Enabling Integration</h2> <p>First, you need to install <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemName=openai.chatgpt">the official ChatGPT extension for VS Code</a>.</p> <p>Next, you will need to make sure that it’s setting in <strong>Settings > Works with Apps > Enable Work with Apps</strong> is on.</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/enable-apps.jpg" alt="ChatGPT VS Code settings panel" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <h2>Example: Using ChatGPT With VS Code</h2> <p>First, <strong>make sure that ChatGPT is opened and running</strong>. Then, type <kbd>Option</kbd> + <kbd>Space</kbd>. This shortcut will open the ChatGPT “Companion Chat” window on top of VS Code.</p> <p>Now, we’ll see how to use ChatGPT with VS Code.</p> <h3>Batch Editing</h3> <p>One powerful way to use the ChatGPT integration with VS Code is to make changes to multiple functions, classes, variables, arguments, or just strings all at once. In the example below, we ask ChatGPT to rename the plugin hooks.</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/rewrite-letter-case.jpg" alt="ChatGPT batch code editing example" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>The best part? You don’t need to copy and paste any code. ChatGPT can scan the code directly and suggest edits. It even shows a diff and gives you a button to apply the changes with a single click.</p> <h3>Generating Boilerplate</h3> <p>Besides making changes to existing code, ChatGPT is also smart enough to generate boilerplate code to help you get started quickly.</p> <p>In this example, I created a new file and asked it to generate the code to add a submenu in the WordPress dashboard.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/generate-boilerplate-codes.jpg" alt="ChatGPT WordPress submenu code generation" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>What’s great is that it understands the structure of your codebase and follows the same coding style as the other files.</p> <h3>Generating Tests</h3> <p>Another handy use case is generating tests. In this example, I asked ChatGPT to create tests for all the methods in a class. The prompt I used was: <q>Create tests for all the public methods in this class.</q></p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/generate-tests.jpg" alt="ChatGPT test case generation example" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>What I like is that the generated tests cover both <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Happy_path">the “happy” and “unhappy” paths</a>, which makes them quite thorough.</p> <p>However, ChatGPT doesn’t yet support creating these tests in a separate file. That means you can’t just click the <strong>“Apply”</strong> button. You’ll need to copy the generated code and paste it into a new file yourself.</p> <h3>Writing Inline Docs</h3> <p>Another common utility is to generate inline documentation. In this example, I asked it to add inline documentation for the class and the method with the following prompt: <q>Generate inline docs for the methods within the class. Describe what each method is used for in as detailed as possible.</q></p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/generate-inline-docs.jpg" alt="ChatGPT inline documentation generation" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <h3>Improve Code Readability</h3> <p>If you’re not sure whether your code is easy to read, you can ask ChatGPT to help make it clearer. In this example, I asked it to improve the readability of a piece of code. You can simply use a prompt like: <q>Make the code more readable.</q></p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/make-code-reable.jpg" alt="ChatGPT code readability improvements" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p><strong>Tip</strong>: Select the part of the code you want to improve before pressing <kbd>Option</kbd> + <kbd>Space</kbd>. This way, ChatGPT will focus only on the selected code instead of trying to update the whole file.</p> <h3>Find Potential Vulnerability</h3> <p>If you’re concerned about the security of your code, you can ask ChatGPT to review it for potential vulnerabilities. While it’s not a replacement for a full security audit, this can be a great first step to spot common issues like hardcoded secrets, unsafe function usage, or missing input validation or sanitization.</p> <p>Just select the code you want to analyze and use a prompt like: <q>Check this code for security issues.</q>.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/check-security.jpg" alt="ChatGPT code security analysis" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <p>I find the suggestions are good and valid. Because it does not understand the full picture of the code, it does not offer to apply the code updates immediately as you need to consider if this is something that you really need to apply.</p> <h2>Wrapping Up</h2> <p>ChatGPT and VS Code make a great pair. While it might not be as tightly integrated or as powerful as <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/features/copilot">GitHub Copilot</a>, ChatGPT is still a helpful assistant. It’s a solid alternative, especially if you prefer an AI that’s less intrusive and only steps in when you ask for it.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/chatgpt-vscode-integration-guide/">How to Integrate ChatGPT With Visual Studio Code</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Coding Artificial Intelligence Thoriq Firdaus Hiding Secret Files in Images Using Steghide https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/hide-secret-files-in-images-using-steghide/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:4e59d367-ad80-0b68-fb63-fb34a9641c73 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:00:43 +0000 <p>Ever wanted to hide sensitive information in plain sight? That’s exactly what steganography allows you to do. Unlike encryption, which makes data unreadable but obvious that something is hidden, steganography conceals the very existence of the secret data. Steghide is a powerful Linux tool that lets you embed any file into an image with minimal&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/hide-secret-files-in-images-using-steghide/">Hiding Secret Files in Images Using Steghide</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>Ever wanted to hide sensitive information in plain sight? That’s exactly what steganography allows you to do. Unlike encryption, which makes data unreadable but obvious that something is hidden, steganography conceals the very existence of the secret data.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="http://steghide.sourceforge.net/">Steghide</a> is a powerful Linux tool that lets you embed any file into an image with minimal visual changes to the original picture. This makes it perfect for securely transferring sensitive information or simply keeping private files hidden from casual observers, similar to how you might <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/password-protect-folder-mac/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">password protect folders on Mac</a> for added security.</p> <figure><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/hide-secret-files-in-images-using-steghide/hero.jpg" alt="Steghide hide files in images" width="1600" height="900"></figure> <p>While there are many legitimate uses for this technology-like watermarking, protecting intellectual property, or secure communication-it’s important to use these techniques responsibly and legally.</p> <hr> <h2 id="steganography-prerequisites">Prerequisites</h2> <p>Before we begin hiding files in images, you’ll need:</p> <ul> <li><strong>A Linux system</strong> with Steghide installed (install it using <code>sudo apt-get install steghide</code> on Debian/Ubuntu). For Mac users, follow the installation instructions at <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/glorelvalle/steghide-osx">steghide-osx</a>. Windows users can download the Windows binary from the <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="http://steghide.sourceforge.net/">Steghide website</a>.</li> <li><strong>A cover image</strong> – preferably a high-quality JPEG file with some visual complexity</li> <li><strong>A file to hide</strong> – this can be any type of file, though smaller files work better</li> </ul> <p>For this tutorial, I’ll be using:</p> <ul> <li>A <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://unsplash.com/photos/a-group-of-people-standing-on-top-of-a-beach-next-to-the-ocean-MfXLjDlUI4M">random image from Unsplash</a> as my cover image</li> <li>A CSV file I randomly created as the file to hide</li> </ul> <p>This setup mimics a realistic scenario where someone might want to securely transfer sensitive information without raising suspicion.</p> <hr> <h2 id="hide-files-guide">Step-by-Step Guide: Hiding Files</h2> <p>Follow these steps to hide your files in images:</p> <h3>1. Prepare Your Cover Image</h3> <p>First, you’ll need a suitable image to hide your data in. For this tutorial, I’m using a high-quality random image from Unsplash. The best cover images have:</p> <ul> <li>High resolution and quality</li> <li>Complex patterns or textures</li> <li>JPEG format (though Steghide supports other formats too)</li> </ul> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/hide-secret-files-in-images-using-steghide/random-image.jpg" alt="Steghide cover image example" width="1145" height="897"> </figure> <h3>2. Prepare the File to Hide</h3> <p>Next, you need the file you want to hide. In this example, I’m using a CSV file I randomly created containing sample data.</p> <p>When opened, this CSV file shows rows of data that would be valuable to protect. In a real-world scenario, this could be any sensitive information you need to transfer securely.</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/hide-secret-files-in-images-using-steghide/sample-csv.jpg" alt="Steghide CSV file example" width="2156" height="1174"> </figure> <h3>3. Use Steghide to Embed the File</h3> <p>Now for the actual hiding process. Open your terminal and use the following Steghide command:</p> <pre>steghide embed -cf example.jpg -ef sample_data.csv</pre> <p>Let’s break down this command:</p> <ul> <li><code>steghide embed</code> – Tells Steghide we want to hide a file</li> <li><code>-cf example.jpg</code> – Specifies our cover file (the image)</li> <li><code>-ef sample_data.csv</code> – Specifies the file we want to embed</li> </ul> <h3>4. Set a Secure Passphrase</h3> <p>After running the command, Steghide will prompt you to enter a passphrase. This password will be required later to extract the hidden file, so make sure it’s something secure that you’ll remember.</p> <p>For demonstration purposes, I used “password” as my passphrase, but in real-world scenarios, you should use a strong, unique password.</p> <p>Once you’ve entered and confirmed your passphrase, Steghide will process the files and create a new image with your data hidden inside. The output file will be named according to your cover file (in this case, it created “example.jpg” with the hidden data).</p> <hr> <h2 id="verify-steganography">Verifying the Steganography</h2> <p>After hiding your files, you’ll want to verify the process:</p> <h3>1. Visual Comparison</h3> <p>When comparing the original image with the modified one containing our hidden data, there should be no visible differences to the naked eye. If you quickly switch between the two images, they should appear identical.</p> <p>This is the beauty of steganography – the changes made to accommodate the hidden data are so subtle that they’re practically invisible without specialized analysis tools.</p> <h3>2. File Size Considerations</h3> <p>One thing to note is that the modified image will typically have a slightly larger file size than the original. This increase depends on the size of the hidden file, but Steghide is quite efficient at minimizing this difference.</p> <p>For sensitive operations, be aware that file size differences could potentially tip off very observant individuals that something has been modified.</p> <hr> <h2 id="extract-hidden-files">Extracting Hidden Files</h2> <p>To retrieve your hidden files, follow these steps:</p> <h3>1. Using the Steghide Extract Command</h3> <p>To extract the hidden file, use the following command in your terminal:</p> <pre>steghide extract -sf example.jpg</pre> <p>Breaking down this command:</p> <ul> <li><code>steghide extract</code> – Tells Steghide we want to extract a hidden file</li> <li><code>-sf example.jpg</code> – Specifies the steganographic file (the image containing hidden data)</li> </ul> <h3>2. Entering the Passphrase</h3> <p>After running the command, Steghide will prompt you for the passphrase you set earlier. Enter it correctly, and Steghide will extract the hidden file to your current directory.</p> <h3>3. Verifying the Extracted File</h3> <p>Once extraction is complete, you should find your original file (in our case, the CSV file) in your directory. Open it to verify that all the data is intact and matches the original file you embedded.</p> <p>In our example, we can confirm that all the fake social security numbers and credit card numbers from our original CSV file have been perfectly preserved in the extracted file.</p> <hr> <h2 id="steganography-security">Security Considerations</h2> <p>Keep these security aspects in mind:</p> <h3>Importance of Strong Passphrases</h3> <p>The security of your hidden data relies heavily on your passphrase. A weak passphrase like “password” (used in our demo) could be easily guessed, compromising your hidden data.</p> <p>For real security needs, use a strong, unique passphrase that includes a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters.</p> <h3>Limitations and Best Practices</h3> <p>While Steghide is a powerful tool, it’s important to understand its limitations:</p> <ul> <li><strong>File size ratio</strong> – The file you’re hiding should be significantly smaller than the cover image</li> <li><strong>Format limitations</strong> – Steghide works best with <code>JPEG</code>, <code>BMP</code>, <code>WAV</code>, and <code>AU</code> files</li> <li><strong>Steganalysis tools</strong> – Advanced forensic tools can sometimes detect steganography</li> </ul> <p>For maximum security:</p> <ul> <li>Consider encrypting your sensitive file before hiding it</li> <li>Use high-quality, complex images as your cover files</li> <li>Avoid reusing the same cover image multiple times</li> <li>Be mindful of metadata in your files</li> </ul> <hr> <h2>Conclusion</h2> <p>Steghide offers a fascinating and practical way to hide sensitive information within ordinary-looking image files. By following the steps in this tutorial, you can securely embed any file into an image and later extract it with the correct passphrase.</p> <p>This technique provides an additional layer of security beyond encryption alone, as it conceals the very existence of the secret data. While someone might demand you decrypt an encrypted file, they won’t even know to ask about data hidden through steganography.</p> <p>Remember to use this technology responsibly and legally. Steganography has legitimate uses in privacy protection, secure communication, and digital watermarking, but like any powerful tool, it should be used ethically.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/hide-secret-files-in-images-using-steghide/">Hiding Secret Files in Images Using Steghide</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Desktop Hongkiat.com Fresh Resources for Web Designers and Developers (April 2025) https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/designers-developers-monthly-04-2025/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:0bc0c65c-e7fe-e73d-82ea-c9bc4a139278 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 13:00:08 +0000 <p>We are back with another collection of fresh resources for our fellow web developers. This month, we have a variety of tools, frameworks, and libraries that can help you in your web development projects. From CSS frameworks to JavaScript libraries, I’m sure there’s something for everyone. 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It allows you to track hours, manage projects, tasks, clients, and billable rates, all in one place.</p> <p>Built with <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://laravel.com/">Laravel</a> and <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://vuejs.org/">Vue.js</a>, it works on the web and has a desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-04-2025/solidtime.jpg" alt="Solidtime time tracking dashboard" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <hr> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/browserable/browserable">Browserable</a></h2> <p><strong>Browserable</strong> is an open-source browser automation tool for AI agents. It helps them browse websites, fill forms, click buttons, and extract data.</p> <p>The tool includes a JavaScript SDK and supports custom setups with various LLMs, storage options, and browser configs. It’s a great way to build smart agents that can interact with the web.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-04-2025/browserable.jpg" alt="Browserable automation interface" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <hr> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/payloadcms/payload">PayloadCMS</a></h2> <p><strong>PayloadCMS</strong> is a modern, headless CMS built for developers. It offers a code-first setup, full API access, and a customizable admin panel.</p> <p>It supports MongoDB, self-hosting, and serverless deployment, giving you full control over content and structure. It’s an ideal solution for building custom content-driven applications.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-04-2025/payload.jpg" alt="PayloadCMS admin interface" width="1000" height="600"> </figure> <hr> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://github.com/lukeautry/tsoa">tsoa</a></h2> <p><strong>tsoa</strong> is a TypeScript framework for building REST APIs that automatically generates <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.openapis.org">OpenAPI</a> docs.</p> <p>It works with <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://expressjs.com/">Express</a>, <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://koajs.com/">Koa</a>, and <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://hapi.dev/">Hapi</a>, and uses TypeScript decorators to create type-safe APIs with minimal boilerplate.</p> <p>It also handles input validation at runtime and turns your TypeScript code into OpenAPI 2.0 or 3.0 specs, making API development smoother and more consistent.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-04-2025/tsoa.jpg" alt="tsoa API documentation" width="1000" height="600"> </figure><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/designers-developers-monthly-04-2025/">Fresh Resources for Web Designers and Developers (April 2025)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Web Design Tools for Designers & Developers Thoriq Firdaus 10 Best iOS Apps to Create and Edit GIFs https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/gif-makers-editors-ios/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:ef12efdf-289a-f963-39e5-6da7491ef5e6 Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:00:41 +0000 <p>GIF animations are small compressed files of looping fun that is, more often than not, used for memes. While you can create GIFs straight from a browser (here’s how you can easily create GIFs in Chrome using the Chrome Capture extension) or through online GIF creation tools, these days we prefer to have tools that&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/gif-makers-editors-ios/">10 Best iOS Apps to Create and Edit GIFs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>GIF animations are small compressed files of looping fun that is, more often than not, used for memes. While you can create GIFs straight from a browser (here’s how you can <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/create-gifs-from-chrome-makegif/" title="Create GIFs Directly in Chrome">easily create GIFs in Chrome</a> using the Chrome Capture extension) or through <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/websites-to-create-animated-gifs/" title="Best Websites to Create Animated GIFs">online GIF creation tools</a>, these days we <strong>prefer to have tools that can make or edit GIFs of our personal photos or videos</strong>.</p> <p>If you are part of this group, you’re in luck cause we have the iOS mobile apps to help you <strong>make, edit and share GIFs right from your iPhone</strong>.</p> <p>These are the apps that can help you create GIFs easily and quickly — either from live shoots or photos/videos already in your gallery — as well as share them with your friends and family via social networks, messaging apps or via URL.</p> <div class="ref-block ref-block--post" id="ref-post-1"> <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/cinemagraph/" class="ref-block__link" title="Read More: Cinemagraph: 28 Still Photos With Subtle Motion" rel="bookmark"><span class="screen-reader-text">Cinemagraph: 28 Still Photos With Subtle Motion</span></a> <div class="ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo" data-img='{ "src" : "https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/thumbs/250x160/cinemagraph.jpg" }'> <noscript> <style>.no-js #ref-block-post-10026 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url("https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/thumbs/250x160/cinemagraph.jpg"); }</style> </noscript> </div> <div class="ref-block__summary"> <h4 class="ref-title">Cinemagraph: 28 Still Photos With Subtle Motion</h4> <p class="ref-description"> So today, we're going to showcase animated GIF artwork, but there is no regular GIF we use on... <span>Read more</span></p> </div> </div> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gifsart-gif-maker/id1063953163">GifsArt</a></h2> <p>This is a powerful and comprehensive animated GIF generator made by Apple Inc. This application helps you capture images and videos with the in-app camera and then lets you <strong>combine images, video, and GIFs into one perfect animation</strong>. Without leaving the application, you can customize your GIF by using <strong>animated masks, effects, stickers, and text</strong>.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gifsart-gif-maker/id1063953163"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/gifsart.jpg" alt="GifsArt" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>Animated masks and stickers are imported through <strong>Giply</strong>. Users can also export different <strong>filters, effects, text and captions</strong> to their PicArt Gallery. One very good thing about this application is that users <strong>will not be bothered by a watermark</strong>.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="http://hipgif.com/">HipGif</a></h2> <p>With <strong>HipGif</strong>, you can choose many kinds of animated stickers to add to your GIF file. These stickers and popular GIFs can be <strong>mixed with your own</strong>, and the pile is <strong>updated multiple times a day</strong>. Speed up, slow down, draw on your GIFs, add a filter, text or frame to any of your GIF and <strong>share them on Instagram</strong> as a video.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="http://hipgif.com/"><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/hipgif.jpg" alt="HipGif" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>You can <strong>snap multiple photos</strong>, or use any of the<strong> meme background templates available</strong>. The app is also great for making photo slideshows, but best of all, you can share easily to Facebook, Messenger, Twitter, WhatsApp, and even via SMS.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gifo-best-gif-maker/id1020210826">Gifo</a></h2> <p>Share animated GIFS, memes, and reactions through Gifo with your iPhone or iPad camera. It makes it easy for you to <strong>make stunning animated collages</strong>, to <strong>speed up or slow down GIFs</strong> as what you want. Furthermore, you can make 4 GIFs in one go. It also comes with <strong>cool filters, frames, colorful text and font</strong>s that you can add to your GIFs.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gifo-best-gif-camera/id1020210826"><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/gifo.jpg" alt="Gifo" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>Your Gifo results <strong>can be copied</strong> without saving it first into the camera roll. Just <strong>directly paste it into any application</strong> you want to share it to. If you do want to save it into the camera roll, you can, in GIF form or as a video file.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/app/lively-export-live-photo-to-gif-and-movie/id1049711205">Lively</a></h2> <p>If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to <strong>trim</strong>, <strong>play backwards</strong>, have <strong>speed control</strong> and <strong>export your captured videos to GIF format</strong>, Lively can do all that and more. The catch is your exported GIFs will carry their watermark, which you can remove with a one-time purchase.</p> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/lively.jpg" alt="lively" width="784" height="696"></figure> <p>Lively <strong>works with an iPhone 6S/6S Plus</strong>. The app comes with <strong>3D Touch support</strong>. Its extensive editing features not only give you full control of what to show and not to show others but also lets you <strong>shrink the size of your GIF files,</strong> pick a single frame from a full video, and share to iMessage, Facebook Messenger, Twitter, Slack, Tumblr and many more.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/app/id1054906533?_branch_match_id=262049759490609108">Slowmographer</a></h2> <p>Slowmographer is aimed to mix the best feature of <strong>mobile photography and video making</strong>. Instead of a photo or regular video, Slowmographer helps you create <strong>3-second loops of slowed-down videos</strong>. It doesn’t seem like a cool thing to shout about until you figure out its use in capturing tricks and more.<strong>sports like mountain biking, skateboarding, surfing, skiing</strong></p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/app/id1054906533?_branch_match_id=262049759490609108"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/slowmographer.jpg" alt="slowmographer" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>Not only is the video-taking easy, with this app, you can also <strong>add image filters, transition effects, remove flickering effects </strong>, which are a pain in slow motion shots, and easily share them on your favorite social network sites. Here are some examples on <a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/everydayslowmo/">Instagram</a>.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/video-to-gif-gif-maker-gif/id1065396853">Video to GIF</a></h2> <p>Everything you can do with GIF, you can do with this app. <strong>Shoot in GIF</strong>, <strong>convert</strong> your own videos or YouTube videos to GIF, <strong>turn photos into GIF</strong> and <strong>add animated text or effects</strong> to it, all with this handy GIF-making tool.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/video-to-gif-gif-maker-gif/id1065396853"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/videotogif.jpg" alt="Video to GIF" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>The app also lets you add animated text, save GIFs as a video or share it to your favorite social networks. You can also <strong>get a URL for your GIF</strong>, to share with others. If you need a quick and easy way to make GIFs, you will find it.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/imgplay-photos-burst-video/id989843523">ImgPlay</a></h2> <p><strong>ImgPlay</strong> brings to you who love to shoot in different modes – burst photos, iOS Live Photo or normal mode – as this app can turn your shots into GIF. You can edit your GIF before publishing it, by adding captions, editing <strong>frame sector/order</strong>, <strong>control speed/direction</strong> (forward, in reverse), and loop count.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/imgplay-photos-burst-video/id989843523"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/ImgPlay.jpg" alt="IMGPlay" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>In the end, you can <strong>export your creation into several GIF quality </strong>levels, or you can also <strong>export it into video</strong> to share easily on multiple social networks and messaging apps.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/giflab-gif-maker-editor-create/id975415947">GifLab</a></h2> <p><strong>GifLab</strong> allows to to create GIFs on your iOS device with plenty of customization options. The app makes it <strong>easy to trim, adjust quality and speed, add text with dozens of nice fontfaces</strong>, and beautify images with its range of <strong>filters</strong>. If you are a huge fan of Instagram, then GifLab can export GIFs into videos that are upload-ready.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/giflab-gif-maker-editor-create/id975415947"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/giflab.jpg" alt="GifLab" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>The GIFs can also be shared on social network sites, via messaging apps or group chats, and <strong>via URL</strong>. Previously a free app, now the app costs $1.99 to own. <strong>Watermarks and locks on filters and fonts have been removed</strong>.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gif-toaster-convert-photo/id948064297">GIF Toaster</a></h2> <p><strong>GIF Toaster</strong> is handy app to convert photos or video into animated GIF. It works for both iPad and iPhone. Just select the photo or video you want to convert to GIF, then <strong>set encoding options</strong> such as range (which part of the video), playback speeds, number of frames per second, size of video, then click <em>Start Encoding</em>.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gif-toaster-convert-photo/id948064297"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/gif-toaster.jpg" alt="GIF Toaster" width="784" height="696"></a></figure> <p>The app can <strong>convert GIF to video, photo, live photo or to new GIF</strong>. It can also do all that in <strong>batch mode</strong> (doing multiple at the same time). You can also share the resulting GIF via URL.</p> <h2><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gif-maker-make-video-to-gifs/id1215606098">GIF Maker</a></h2> <p><strong>GIF Maker</strong> allows you to shoot your moments and save them in animated GIF format. You can create GIFs from your video shots from as short as <strong>5 seconds to a maximum of 25 seconds</strong>. Alternatively, one can choose to take a minimum of <strong>10 photos to a maximum of 50 photos</strong> to turn into GIFs.</p> <figure><a rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gif-maker-make-video-to-gifs/id1215606098"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/gif-makers-editors-ios/gifmaker.jpg" alt="GIF maker" width="640" height="568"></a></figure> <p>Users can also create <strong>GIFS from pre-existing photos or videos</strong> in their camera gallery. The app also includes some effects that make your GIF look <strong>funny, bizarre or scary</strong> plus other cool effects.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/gif-makers-editors-ios/">10 Best iOS Apps to Create and Edit GIFs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Mobile Animated GIFs GIF iOS Mobile Apps Agus How to Fix Epson Printer Communication Error on Mac https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:b4790523-4816-99b2-2409-87b8d9309837 Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:00:37 +0000 <p>Recently, my Epson printer suddenly stopped working with a frustrating Epson printer communication error. Everything was fine until I tried printing – the printer would attempt to connect but then display a Communication Error message on my Mac. What made this particularly puzzling was that the printer appeared to be properly connected – there was&#8230;</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/">How to Fix Epson Printer Communication Error on Mac</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> <p>Recently, my Epson printer suddenly stopped working with a frustrating Epson <em>printer communication</em> error. Everything was fine until I tried printing – the printer would attempt to connect but then display a <strong>Communication Error</strong> message on my Mac.</p> <p>What made this particularly puzzling was that the printer appeared to be properly connected – there was even a green status light showing in the Mac’s Printers & Scanners settings page.</p> <figure><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/connected-on-printers-scanners.jpg" alt="Epson printer showing connected status in Mac Printers & Scanners settings" width="1000" height="430"></figure> <p>When I ran a test print page, it worked perfectly fine.</p> <figure><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/print-test-page-works.jpg" alt="Successful test page print from Epson printer" width="1000" height="413"></figure> <p>The Epson Printer Utility also showed that the printer was connected properly.</p> <figure><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/epson-printer-utility.jpg" alt="Epson Printer Utility showing proper connection status"></figure> <p>The issue specifically occurred when trying to print from applications like Notes, Pages, or Chrome. The Epson printer would attempt to connect but then display an Epson printer communication error message in the end.</p> <figure><img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/epson-printer-communication-error.jpg" alt="Epson printer communication error message displayed on Mac when attempting to print from applications" width="1000" height="396"></figure> <p>In this article, I’ll walk you through my troubleshooting journey and share what I’ve done to try resolving this frustrating problem. We’ll explore the potential causes of the Epson printer communication error and, most importantly, how to fix each of them.</p> <hr> <h2 id="what-causes-the-epson-printer-communication-error">What Causes the Epson Printer Communication Error?</h2> <p>When your Epson printer displays a communication error, it means your Mac has trouble communicating with the Epson printer and cannot send files to print. Here are the common causes of Epson printer communication errors:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Outdated or missing printer drivers</strong> – macOS updates sometimes break compatibility with older drivers.</li> <li><strong>Wi-Fi or USB connection issues</strong> – the printer might be connected to a different network or the cable might be loose.</li> <li><strong>macOS printer settings glitch</strong> – sometimes settings just get corrupted and need to be reset.</li> <li><strong>Firewall or security software blocking communication</strong> – rare but possible if your firewall is strict.</li> <li><strong>Printer unable to access local area network</strong> – this was the cause of my problem.</li> </ul> <p>Now that we’ve covered the “why,” let’s move on to the actual fixes that worked for me (and should work for you too).</p> <hr> <h2 id="quick-checks-before-you-start">Quick Checks Before You Start</h2> <p>Before getting into the more involved fixes, there are a few quick things you should check. These might sound obvious, but trust me – I’ve skipped them before and wasted time troubleshooting something that just needed a simple reboot.</p> <ol> <li><strong>Restart both your Mac and the printer</strong>. This clears out temporary glitches and often fixes the connection.</li> <li><strong>Check all cable connections</strong> if you’re using USB. Make sure they’re snug and try a different port if needed.</li> <li><strong>Make sure the printer and Mac are on the same Wi-Fi network</strong>. if printers are connected via wifi, make sure both copmputer and ptinert are on the same network,.</li> <li><strong>Confirm the printer is powered on</strong> and not showing any errors on its screen (like paper jams or low ink).</li> <li><strong>Try printing a test page</strong> from the printer’s control panel to rule out hardware issues.</li> </ol> <p>If everything here checks out and it’s still not working, don’t worry – let’s get into the real fixes next.</p> <hr> <h2 id="reset-the-printing-system-for-epson-printer-on-mac">Fix #1 – Reset the Printing System for Epson Printer on Mac</h2> <p>This was the first thing I tried, though it didn’t work for me, but it may work for you. Resetting the printing system essentially wipes all printer settings and gives you a fresh start.</p> <p><strong>Here’s how to do it:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Go to <strong>System Settings</strong> (or <strong>System Preferences</strong> on older macOS versions).</li> <li>Select <strong>Printers & Scanners</strong>.</li> <li>Press <kbd>Control</kbd> + click (or right-click) in the list of printers on the left side.</li> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/reset-printer-settings.jpg" alt="Reset printing system option in Mac Printers & Scanners settings" width="1000" height="444"></figure> <li>Choose <strong>Reset printing system…</strong></li> <li>Click <strong>Reset</strong> to confirm.</li> <li>Once it resets, click the <strong>+</strong> button to re-add your Epson printer.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Heads-up:</strong> This will remove all printers you’ve added. You’ll need to re-add any other printers you use as well.</p> <p>If this doesn’t work for you, try the next solution.</p> <hr> <h2 id="reinstall-your-epson-printer-driver">Fix #2 – Reinstall Your Epson Printer Driver</h2> <p>If resetting didn’t do the trick, it might be a driver issue. Try reinstalling the Epson printer’s driver.</p> <p><strong>Here’s what I did:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Go to the <a href="https://www.epson.com/Support/Printers" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Epson Support site</a>.</li> <li>Enter your printer model and download the latest driver for macOS.</li> <li>On your Mac, open the <strong>Applications</strong> folder and look for any Epson software. If you see Epson Printer Utility or Epson Scan, uninstall them.</li> <li>Run the installer you just downloaded and follow the prompts to reinstall the driver.</li> <li>Once installed, go back to <strong>Printers & Scanners</strong> and add your Epson printer again using the <strong>+</strong> button.</li> </ol> <p>Make sure when you re-add the printer, under the <strong>“Use”</strong> dropdown, it says something like <strong>Epson [Model] Series</strong> – not “AirPrint.” (Assuming your Epson model supports AirPrint.) If it says “AirPrint,” you’re not using the full driver, and that can cause problems.</p> <p>After reinstalling, try printing a test page.</p> <hr> <h2 id="verify-epson-printer-settings-on-mac">Fix #3 – Verify Epson Printer Settings on Mac</h2> <p>If the driver’s installed and it still won’t print, your Mac might be using the wrong settings. Sometimes settings can get unintentionally changed, so this is worth checking.</p> <p><strong>Check these settings:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Open <strong>System Settings > Printers & Scanners</strong>.</li> <li>Select your Epson printer from the list.</li> <li>Click <strong>Options & Supplies</strong>.</li> <li>Go to the <strong>Utility</strong> tab and click <strong>Open Printer Utility</strong>.</li> <li>Check for any error messages or connection warnings.</li> </ol> <p>Now go back to the main printer list:</p> <ul> <li>If you see multiple Epson printers, remove the ones you’re not using – especially if one says “Idle” or “Offline.”</li> <li>Make sure the correct driver is being used. Under the printer name, it should say something like <strong>“Epson [Model] Series”</strong> and not just “Generic PostScript Printer.”</li> </ul> <hr> <h2 id="reset-network-connection-wi-fi-models">Fix #4 – Reset Network Connection (Wi-Fi Models)</h2> <p>If you’re using a wireless Epson printer and getting the communication error, there’s a good chance it’s a network problem.</p> <p><strong>Reset the network settings on the printer:</strong></p> <ol> <li>On the printer’s screen, go to <strong>Setup</strong> or <strong>Settings</strong>.</li> <li>Navigate to <strong>Network Settings</strong>.</li> <li>Select <strong>Reset Network Settings</strong> or <strong>Restore Default Network Settings</strong>.</li> <li>After it resets, go back and select <strong>Wi-Fi Setup</strong>.</li> <li>Choose your Wi-Fi network and enter the password.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Then, on your Mac:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Go to <strong>Printers & Scanners</strong>.</li> <li>Remove the Epson printer if it’s already added.</li> <li>Click the <strong>+</strong> button to re-add it. Make sure the one you pick says “Bonjour” or “Epson [Model] Series.”</li> </ol> <p>If you’re using a USB connection instead of Wi-Fi, try a different USB cable or port. That’s solved things for me before when I thought the printer was broken.</p> <p>Once the printer is back on the right network, try a test print to see if it’s working.</p> <hr> <h2 id="allow-printer-to-access-local-network">Fix #5 – Allow Printer to Access Local Network</h2> <p>And here we are – the fifth fix and the culprit that caused my printer to give that communication error message.</p> <p>If your Epson printer is connected via Wi-Fi (like mine) but can’t communicate with your Mac, it’s likely blocked from accessing the local network. This typically happens if you accidentally clicked “Do not allow” when prompted about network access.</p> <p><strong>To check and fix network permissions:</strong></p> <ol> <li>Open <strong>System Settings</strong> on your Mac</li> <li>Go to <strong>Privacy & Security</strong></li> <li>Scroll down and select <strong>Local Network</strong></li> <li>Look for any applications starting with “Epson” in the list</li> <li>Make sure the toggle switch is turned on for all Epson applications</li> </ol> <p>After enabling access, try printing again to see if the communication error is resolved.</p> <figure><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/local-network.jpg" alt="Mac Local Network settings for Epson printer permissions" width="1000" height="488"></figure> <hr> <h2>When to Contact Epson Printer Support</h2> <p>If you’ve tried all these fixes and your Epson printer communication error persists, you may need professional help. I researched through printer forums and Reddit for additional Epson printer solutions, though they didn’t resolve my specific issue.</p><p>The post <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/epson-mac-communication-error-fix/">How to Fix Epson Printer Communication Error on Mac</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog">Hongkiat</a>.</p> Desktop Hongkiat Lim Fresh Resources for Web Designers and Developers (March 2025) https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/ hongkiat.com urn:uuid:764abcc9-b35f-b3ba-d1b2-d9e839b64475 Mon, 31 Mar 2025 09:58:33 +0000 <p>It’s time for our monthly roundup! We’ve got a collection of the best new web development tools, resources, and frameworks for our fellow web developers. This month, we’ve got quite a handful of AI-powered tools, everything from open-source AI platforms to chat UIs and AI-powered browsers. So, without further ado, let’s get started! 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Unlike some frameworks, Lynx supports standard CSS which makes it a lot more flexible.</p> <p>It also boasts a dual-threaded UI rendering engine and Rust-based tooling that provide smoother performance and faster launch times compared to alternatives like <a href="http://https://reactnative.dev" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">React Native</a> and <a href="https://flutter.dev" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Flutter</a>.</p> <figure> <img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/lynxjs.jpg" alt="Lynx.js app development interface" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="laravel-starter-kits"><a href="https://laravel.com/starter-kits" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Laravel Starter Kits</a></h4> <p>Laravel 12 introduces starter kits for React, Vue, and Livewire, built with Tailwind CSS and featuring authentication, registration, settings, and best practices.</p> <p>Each of these Starter Kits support GitHub, Google, Microsoft, Apple ID, passkeys, and SSO login via a <a href="https://www.authkit.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">WorkOS AuthKit</a>. The React and Vue kits use <a href="https://inertiajs.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Inertia</a>, TypeScript, and <a href="https://ui.shadcn.com/docs/installation/laravel" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Shadcn UI</a>, while Livewire features <a href="https://livewire.laravel.com/docs/volt" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Livewire Volt</a> and <a href="https://fluxui.dev/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Flux UI</a>. It’s fully customizable, and can help you streamline your development workflows with modern tools.</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/laravel-starter-kits.jpg" alt="Laravel Starter Kits dashboard" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="huggingface-course"><a href="https://github.com/huggingface/course" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HuggingFace Course</a></h4> <p>The <strong>Hugging Face Course</strong> is a free, open-source resource that teaches how to use Transformers for <strong>natural language processing (NLP)</strong> and beyond. It covers key tools like Transformers, Datasets, Tokenizers, and Accelerate, along with the <a href="https://huggingface.co/docs/hub/en/index" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HuggingFace Hub</a>.</p> <p>All content is open with complete code examples available in the <code>huggingface/notebooks</code> directory in their repository. A great resource for anyone looking to get started with LLMs and other NLP models.</p> <figure> <img decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/huggingface-course.jpg" alt="Hugging Face Course interface" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="librechat"><a href="https://www.librechat.ai" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LibreChat.ai</a></h4> <p><strong>LibreChat</strong> is an open-source AI chat platform that supports multiple AI providers, custom APIs, and advanced features like multimodal chat, conversation search, and prompt templates.</p> <p>With a ChatGPT-inspired UI, customization options, and authentication support (OAuth, <a href="https://www.microsoft.com/id-id/security/business/identity-access/microsoft-entra-id" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Azure AD</a>). It’s a great tool if you’re looking to build chatbots and conversational AI applications.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/librechat.jpg" alt="LibreChat AI platform" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="reactbits"><a href="https://www.reactbits.dev" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ReactBits</a></h4> <p><strong>ReactBits</strong> is an open-source library of animated React components that you can use to improve your web applications with dynamic UI elements. It provides over 60 customizable components, including text animations and interactive elements.</p> <p>It supports <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/tag/javascript-libraries/">JavaScript libraries</a>, TypeScript, vanilla CSS, and Tailwind CSS. A great resource for adding flair to your projects without starting from scratch.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/reactbits.jpg" alt="ReactBits animated components" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="dify"><a href="https://github.com/langgenius/dify" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Dify</a></h4> <p><strong>Dify</strong> is an open-source platform for developing <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/run-llm-locally-lm-studio/">LLM applications</a>. It provides AI workflow orchestration, <abbr title="Retrieval-Augmented Generation">RAG</abbr> pipelines, and agent-based automation.</p> <p>On top of that, it also provides a visual interface for designing AI workflows, managing models, and monitoring performance. A great tool for building and deploying LLM applications with ease.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/dify.jpg" alt="Dify LLM platform" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="vllm"><a href="https://docs.vllm.ai/en/latest/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">VLLM</a></h4> <p><strong>vLLM</strong> is an open-source library that optimizes LLM inference for better efficiency, scalability, and memory management. Supporting models like <a href="https://www.llama.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Llama 3</a> and <a href="https://mistral.ai/en" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mistral</a>, it simplifies deployment with an OpenAI-compatible API and seamless Hugging Face integration.</p> <p>It makes high-performance AI serving more accessible and cost-effective.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/vllm.jpg" alt="vLLM optimization tool" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="ragflow"><a href="https://github.com/infiniflow/ragflow" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">RAGFLow</a></h4> <p><strong>RAGFlow</strong> is an open-source tool that helps AI answer questions more accurately by pulling information from documents, tables, and other data sources. It uses a smart system to understand complex queries, refine searches, and provide reliable answers with citations.</p> <p>With features like no-code editing and database integration, It makes it easier for you to build AI-powered search tools without needing advanced technical skills.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/ragflow.jpg" alt="RAGFlow document search" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="cherry-studio"><a href="https://github.com/CherryHQ/cherry-studio" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Cherry Studio</a></h4> <p><strong>Cherry Studio</strong> is a multi-platform AI desktop application that allows you to switch between different Large Language Models (LLMs) like OpenAI, Gemini, and Anthropic while also supporting local models like <strong>DeepSeek R1</strong>.</p> <p>It comes with some notable features including document processing, translation, and data visualization tools. A great all-in-one solution for working with LLMs, and a must-have for anyone working with AI models on a regular basis.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/cherry-studio.jpg" alt="Cherry Studio AI app" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="copilotkit"><a href="https://github.com/CopilotKit/CopilotKit" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">CopilotKit</a></h4> <p><strong>CopilotKit</strong> is an open-source framework that simplifies adding AI-powered features to your apps. You can add things like in-app chatbots, AI suggestions, and automated actions.</p> <p>It seamlessly integrates with Large Language Models through the React component it provides. With CopilotKit, you can improve your applications with AI without building everything from scratch.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/copilotkit.jpg" alt="CopilotKit AI framework" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="superagi"><a href="https://github.com/TransformerOptimus/SuperAGI" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SuperAGI</a></h4> <p><strong>SuperAGI</strong> is an open-source framework for building and managing autonomous AI agents. It provides a user-friendly interface, workflow management tools, and SDKs for Python and Node.js.</p> <p>So it’s easier to integrate it into your existing Python and Node.js applications. An overall powerful tool that simplifies AI agent development, and that can help you create smarter, more efficient automation.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/superagi.jpg" alt="SuperAGI agent platform" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="docsgpt"><a href="https://github.com/arc53/DocsGPT" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DocsGPT</a></h4> <p><strong>DocsGPT</strong> is an open-source AI tool designed to help users find reliable answers from documentation while avoiding AI hallucinations. It supports various file formats including PDF and DOCX, and integrates with web data sources for comprehensive information retrieval.</p> <p>The tool works with LLMs like Ollama and offers pre-built chat widgets, bots, and secure Kubernetes deployment. It’s particularly useful for building AI-powered search engines and chatbots for private documents, making documentation access more efficient and accurate.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/docsgpt.jpg" alt="DocsGPT documentation tool" width="1000" height="520"> </figure> <h4 id="webllm"><a href="https://github.com/mlc-ai/web-llm" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">WebLLM</a></h4> <p><strong>WebLLM</strong> is a JavaScript package that enables in-browser AI chat functionality without requiring server support. It leverages WebGPU for hardware acceleration, ensuring smooth performance even for complex AI tasks.</p> <p>Supporting models like Llama, Mistral, and Gemma, WebLLM enables real-time streaming responses. With its plug-and-play setup available via NPM, Yarn, or CDN, and support for Web Workers, it’s an ideal solution for developers looking to build AI applications that run directly in the browser.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/webllm.jpg" alt="WebLLM browser AI" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="mastraai"><a href="https://github.com/mastra-ai/mastra" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MastraAI</a></h4> <p><strong>MastraAI</strong> is an open-source TypeScript framework developed by the creators of Gatsby, designed for building AI applications and workflows. It provides comprehensive tools for AI agent development and workflow graphs.</p> <p>The framework supports Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and deployment on platforms like Vercel and Cloudflare Workers. With built-in evaluation metrics for assessing AI output, MastraAI is an ideal choice for developers seeking to integrate AI into applications with minimal complexity.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/mastra-ai.jpg" alt="MastraAI workflow tool" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4><a href="https://github.com/huggingface/chat-ui" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">HuggingFace Chat UI</a></h4> <p>The <strong>HuggingFace Chat UI</strong> is an open-source chat interface built with SvelteKit that powers the HuggingChat app. It serves as a customizable reference UI for generative AI applications, supporting open-source models like Falcon and BLOOM.</p> <p>With minimal setup requirements, users can deploy it on Hugging Face Spaces. The UI boasts key features including multi-turn conversation history, function calling, web search, multimodal support, and optional OpenID authentication, making it a versatile solution for AI chat applications.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/huggingface-chat-ui.jpg" alt="HuggingFace Chat UI" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="langfuse"><a href="https://github.com/langfuse/langfuse" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LangFuse</a></h4> <p><strong>LangFuse</strong> is an open-source tool designed to help developers build and improve AI applications powered by LLMs. It provides comprehensive tracking of AI model performance, including cost and speed metrics, while helping identify and fix issues.</p> <p>The tool also facilitates AI prompt management, version testing, and user feedback collection. With compatibility for popular AI frameworks like LangChain and LlamaIndex, LangFuse is a valuable resource for teams aiming to create more reliable AI-powered applications.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/langfuse.jpg" alt="LangFuse LLM monitor" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="bentoml"><a href="https://github.com/bentoml/BentoML" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">BentoML</a></h4> <p><strong>BentoML</strong> is an open-source tool that simplifies the process of turning machine learning models into production-ready APIs. It handles complex tasks like packaging, deployment, and scaling, allowing developers to focus on building AI applications.</p> <p>Whether deploying on cloud platforms or local environments, BentoML streamlines the process, making it faster and more accessible. This tool is particularly valuable for teams looking to deploy machine learning models without getting bogged down in infrastructure complexities.</p> <figure> <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://assets.hongkiat.com/uploads/designers-developers-monthly-03-2025/bentoml.jpg" alt="BentoML model deployment" width="1000" height="640"> </figure> <h4 id="wrenai"><a href="https://github.com/Canner/WrenAI" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">WrenAI</a></h4> <p><strong>WrenAI</strong> is an open-source AI agent designed to help data teams interact with their data using natural language. It enables users to generate Text-to-SQL queries, charts, reports, and business intelligence insights with ease.</p> <p>The tool integrates with multiple LLMs, including OpenAI, Google Gemini, Anthropic, and DeepSeek. 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