INPUT ARTICLE: Article: For an effective temporary fix, it is possible to glue your eyeglass back together to repair a break at the bridge (the part that goes over your nose).   Clean.  Make sure that the two pieces you're trying to glue are clean.  (Remove all glue from previous attempts. If it's "super glue", fingernail polish with acetone will work but it's tough on the frames)  Get your supplies in place.  Gather up the following: Super Glue (Locktite, Krazy Glue, etc), pieces of glossy wrapping paper or thick magazine pages that match your frames, sharp scissors Cut the wrapping paper into thin strips approximating the width of your frames.  Glue the paper to your frames, one strip at a time.  Use a short piece of paper as a splint across a broken nosepiece or wrap a longer piece around like an ace bandage.  Wait for each piece to dry before you add the next

SUMMARY: Use the glue-and-paper method.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The stop is a small piece of trim in the window frame that holds the movable sash in place. Examine the stop to determine how it is attached to the window frame.  Use a utility knife to remove any paint that is sealing the stop to the window frame. Remove any screws that are holding the sash in place. Gently pry the stop out using a flathead screwdriver or paint scraper. Be careful when removing the stops as they can snap easily. You may need to purchase a replacement stop to reinstall the window. Remove the locks or latches used to close the window. Check for any additional hardware from curtains or other additions that may be attached to the window sash or frame. Remove the bottom sash first by leaning it in towards the inside of the house. As you lean it inward, pay attention to the ropes connecting the window to the pulley inside the frame.  Remove the rope from one side of the window by pulling the knot down and out from the side of the window sash. Remove the other rope from the other side in the same manner. Once the sash is removed, sand the edges to remove any paint or swollen wood causing the window to stick. Make sure to sand evenly to avoid creating additional bumps or uneven surfaces which may cause additional sticking issues. Use a hand planer on the sides of the window if your sash has swelled. In double hung windows the upper sash can be removed as well. Remove any paint that is sealing the window shut to be able to move the sash.  Use a razor knife to cut around the edges of the window inside and outside. Slide the upper sash down to reveal the pulleys in the side of the window jamb. Pull the right side of the window in to free it from the jamb. Remove the rope connecting the sash to the pulley inside the window frame and jamb. Pull the left side of the window out and remove the rope. Check the edges of the sash for any paint or warped wood. Sand the sash smooth to allow for better operation. Remove any dried paint that has built up along the window sash with a scraper and sand the track smooth. Reverse the steps used to remove the window sashes to put them back in place.  Attach the ropes to the upper sash and slip it in place one side at a time. Attach the ropes to the lower sash and place the bottom half in first. Push the upper half in place. Slide the window stop back in place and attach it with screws or finish nails.

SUMMARY: Remove the window stops. Unscrew any hardware on the sash. Tilt the top of the bottom section of the window inward. Smooth the edges of the sash. Remove the upper sash. Sand the edges of the upper sash. Sand the track inside the window frame. Replace the window sashes.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you have hundreds or thousands of photos to scan, having an auto-feed scanner is going to save you a lot of time.   Once your scanner is turned on and connected to your computer, you can follow instructions and feed one photo after another into the scanner without pausing in between images. If choosing this option, it helps to put your photos in order ahead of time. Images will be stored in the order they are scanned, so taking some time to arrange them ahead of time will save you more time once the scanning is done. This way you can individually adjust settings for each photo, if you want. These scanners usually have automatic edge detection capabilities   Lay up to 4 photos on the scanner glass at a time to scan. Most scanners will have a button you can press to indicate the photos are ready to be scanned. Press this button and watch your images get uploaded to your computer! 300 is a minimum and 600 DPI will provide enough pixels to enlarge the photo but also maintain quality. This is a great trick so you can make larger prints of photos in the future! Use the cleaner along with a lint-free or microfiber cloth for the best results. Make sure the glass is completely dry before scanning photos.

SUMMARY:
Choose an auto-feed scanner for a large quantity of photos. Choose a flat-bed scanner if you are concerned with optimal quality. Use a DPI (dots per inch) between 300 and 600. Use glass cleaner to prevent smudges on your scanned photos.