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Chris McClure
Co-founder & Editor, WebIndexly
Chris McClure is a tech blogger and co-founder of WebIndexly, with a strong interest in SEO, web architecture, user experience and the technologies that shape the modern web. He focuses on making complex technical topics easier to understand and more useful for developers, creators and businesses.
At WebIndexly, Chris writes practical guides and insights covering website discovery, search optimization, web tools, digital platforms and better ways to build and navigate online experiences. His approach is centered on clear explanations and actionable information rather than unnecessary technical jargon.
Beyond writing, Chris is an advocate for open-source software and enjoys supporting people who are learning technical writing and web development. His goal is to help readers better understand the web, make informed technology decisions and discover useful resources that can improve the way they work online.
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How to Publish a Static Site with GitHub Pages
You'll publish a static site with GitHub Pages: one HTML page and a second page linked from it. You need a GitHub account, permission to change repository settings and public sample…
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How to Trim and Export a Video in Shotcut
You'll trim and export a video in Shotcut as a finished MP4, with the unwanted opening and ending removed. Set aside 15 minutes to follow the steps, plus export time. You'll need current…
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How to Remove Background Noise in Audacity
You can remove background noise in Audacity by sampling steady room noise, then applying a gentle reduction to the recording. This walkthrough uses a one-minute voice clip with fan hiss…
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How to Password-Protect Files with 7-Zip
You can password-protect files with 7-Zip by creating a 7z archive with AES-256 and encrypted file names. This Windows walkthrough uses a small sample folder and takes about ten minutes…
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How to Edit and Save an SVG Logo in Inkscape
This walkthrough changes a simple SVG logo in Inkscape and saves a separate web copy. Allow about fifteen minutes for the example. You'll need the desktop editor and an SVG you have…
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How to Add and Sync Subtitles in VLC
You'll add and sync subtitles in VLC so the text matches the dialogue during playback. Set aside ten minutes for the exercise. You'll need desktop VLC 3.0 on Windows or Linux, a video you…
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How to Import and Clean CSV in LibreOffice Calc
You'll turn a small CSV into a clean order sheet, with IDs preserved as text and prices ready for calculations. The setup takes one short session; larger files need more checking. You need…
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How to Undo a Commit in GitHub Desktop
This guide walks you through undoing a commit in GitHub Desktop, from a single unpushed mistake to a commit that is already on a shared branch. You need the app installed with a repository…
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How to Back Up Thunderbird Email and Restore It
You'll back up Thunderbird email, choose the right export route and check a restored profile. You need Thunderbird desktop and a separate backup location with enough space. The menu work is…
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How to Create and Export a Color Palette in Coolors
Create a color palette in Coolors, fix two values and export the result for a website. You need a browser and a free account for library saving. Set aside about ten minutes for the small…
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How to Format Code Automatically in VS Code
You'll end up with an HTML file that follows your indentation settings each time you save it in VS Code. Allow a short setup session plus time to check the result. You need the desktop…
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