🌐 Mastering Google quick-start shortcuts

Good morning life hackers,

This is 1000 Life Hacks, the daily newsletter that helps you improve your life each and every day… even if that’s just a little bit. 🥳

It’s the week two since I’ve changed the newsletter format, and I hope you’re all enjoying it.

I’ve already had some great feedback, but if there’s anything else you’d like to see (or don’t want to see) just reply to this email.

Here’s what you’ll learn today:

• 🌐 Mastering Google quick-start shortcuts

• ♻️ Help the environment with fonts

• 🍦 How to make vanilla extract

• 💻 5 Helpful Links

• 🎁 Bonus Hack!

Read time: 3 minutes

LIFE HACK #016

For seamless access to Google's productivity suite, you can leverage browser shortcuts to open Docs, Sheets, Presentations, Forms, and Sites in half a millisecond (ok, maybe a full millisecond).

When the need to jot down ideas strikes while browsing, simply type "docs.new" or "sheets.new" into your browser. This will instantly launch a blank Google Doc or Spreadsheet. Also…

• If creating a form is on your agenda, enter "forms.new" for quick access to Google Forms.

• For dynamic presentations, just type "slides.new" to open a new Google Presentation.

• And those venturing into website creation via Google Sites can initiate their project by typing "sites.new."

Maximize efficiency with these intuitive shortcuts and streamline your digital workflow.

LIFE HACK #017

Step into the eco-conscious era of font selection by making a simple yet impactful switch to your go-to font.

Why? Brace yourself for this fact: a whopping 375 million ink cartridges are discarded every single year!

So how can we help reduce this number? It’s simple, Opt for Century Gothic or Ecofont—fonts renowned for their slender lines that slash ink usage by almost 50%.

Choose sustainability without sacrificing style and make the conscious decision to reduce your ink footprint.

So, open your settings, select wisely, and let every keystroke echo your commitment to the planet.

LIFE HACK #018

Bake with your own vanilla extract this year! It takes some patience, but it’s super easy to do. Here’s how:

• Take an empty bottle and pour in vodka (80-100 proof).

• For every 12 ounces, introduce six vanilla beans into the mix.

• Seal the bottle tightly (mason jars are perfect) and tuck it away in a cool, dark spot for a patient year. That’s the secret—just wait!

• When the time's up, you’ll unveil your very own supply of rich, aromatic vanilla ready to elevate your baking.

It's not just a treat for your taste buds; it makes for a delightful homemade gift too. So, gather your ingredients, seal the bottle, and let time work its magic.

HELPFUL LINKS

💻 HELPFUL LINKS FROM THE AROUND WEB…

• According to science, one cup of coffee might be the answer to avoiding that unwanted weight gain. 

• Using the ‘Von Restorff Effect’ when studying can help you retain more information in less time.

• Working out can help your sex drive, and these 6 exercise are the best.

• Turns out that, like carrots, grapes are extremely good for your eyes too.

• Learn the most common reasons for your dryer squeaking, and what you can do to make it stop.

More links tomorrow!

BONUS HACK

🎁 ONE MORE BEFORE YOU GO…

That’s all for today. I hope your day is at least just a little bit better after reading.

If you have any life hacks you think we should include in our next newsletter send us a DM on Twitter: @1000lifehacks or Instagram: @lifehack.ers