INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you launch the app, it will open to the main screen, which is where you will find nearby matches and new users. You'll also see an icon bar at the bottom of the screen with different functions, and a link to your own profile (the first icon under "WHO'S NEARBY"). This is the bar with 5 icons that appear at the bottom of the screen.  The FILTERS menu (at the top-center part of the icon bar) lets you sort users by certain criteria, such as by age, who they are looking for, and whether they are online now. The star icon displays users you've added to your favorites. The mask icon returns you to the main home screen. The rocket icon lets you explore users in other areas. The speech bubble icon shows your messages. You can also tap the Taps tab at the top of this section to see who send you a "Tap," which means they tapped the flame icon on your profile. This means the person is interested!  The speech bubble displays your chats. When you have new messages, this icon will change to a number. The XTRA icon displays your options for upgrading to the ad-free version of Grindr. The paid version also includes read receipts, lets you choose unlimited blocks and favorites, and allows you to swipe through profiles. The Settings menu gives you control over how the app behaves:  Tap your own profile photo. Tap the gear at the top-right corner of your profile. All account-related preferences (such as your password, the option to upgrade, and your associated email address) appear under the "ACCOUNT" header. Depending on your device, you may be able to adjust your notifications Sound and notification options appear under the "PREFERENCES" header. Specify who can find your profile and see where you're located under the "SECURITY" header. Tap the back button to return to your profile, and then again to return to the main screen. This displays a larger version of this user's profile, any details they've answered, and the time they were online. Depending on the user's privacy settings, you may be able to see how close they are to you.  Tap the star at the top of the screen to add a user to your favorites. Tap the warning symbol (a circle with a line through it) to block this user from seeing or communicating with you.

SUMMARY: Open Grindr. Get to know the icon bar. Adjust your settings. Tap an image to view someone's profile.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Tubas are quite expensive when new, but it shouldn't be too hard to find a used tuba for under 2000 dollars, or even lower. If you’re joining a school band, you can usually rent tubas directly. Most concert tubas are available in a few different pitches, which may be more appropriate for the style of music you plan on playing. You can get tubas pitched in BBb, CC, Eb, and F.  Eb tuba is used for brass bands (almost exclusively) and some soloing F tuba is used for passages requiring higher notes and solo works. It is also seen in small ensemble settings (brass quintet, brass quartet, etc) BBb and CC tubas are intended for large ensemble playing (band, orchestra, etc.) BBb tubas are more common at the high school, college, and amateur level as sousaphones are pitched in BBb, but professional orchestra players in the U.S. use CC tubas. In Europe it can vary from country to country. Mouthpieces come in different sizes, so be sure to get one that is best suited for you and your size. Generally made of fiberglass or composite metal, a good mouthpiece is essential to a properly tuned and played instrument.  If you buy a used tuba, or rent one, make sure you get your own new mouthpiece. A good quality mouthpiece is important to develop the proper buzzing technique and breath support. A fiberglass mouthpiece is sometimes used as an alternative because temperature doesn't effect its intonation as much as a metal mouthpiece. Fiberglass mouthpieces may work and are more inexpensive but you lose some quality sound and overtones. Tubas are not generally played standing up, unless you're playing a sousaphone, which is designed for use in a marching band. In order to practice, you'll need a good chair, in which you can maintain proper posture and balance to build the skills that will keep your notes pure. Get a basic hard-backed chair without any arm wrests, or a stool that you can sit on comfortably. Avoid practicing on the couch, in a recliner, or in otherwise less-than-upright conditions. You can't get the breath-support necessary to play correctly, and you'll build poor habits into your practice routine. No point in learning the mechanics of the tuba if you can't read the music or apply what you've learned. While it's difficult to learn to play any instrument properly from a book, it's a great way to get the basics down and figure out how to start playing music on the tuba, as well as how to hold and play it properly. If you're trying to use a computer to aid you, having a projector connected to it is probably the only way it wouldn't be an inconvenience. It's good to get started online, but finding a professional method book is the best way to learn an instrument. Wait to troubleshoot technique issues online after you've got the fundamentals down.

SUMMARY: Make sure the tuba fits your body. Use a mouthpiece of the correct size. Find an appropriate chair. Get a method book.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: One way to treat CAD is to reduce exposure to environmental allergens. For some dogs, this will mean avoiding cut grass, or staying indoors during peak pollen season. When your Golden Retriever does need to go outside, wipe it down with a wet cloth afterwards to remove the pollen from its fur and skin. Keeping your Golden Retriever inside all the time may make it get antsy and hyper, though, so this method may not be practical for every dog.   Pay special attention to wiping off your Golden Retriever’s paws. Your dog could lick its paws or touch another part of its body with the paws and trigger an allergic reaction. Reducing exposure can be effective if your vet identified the specific ‘culprit’ allergen. Without knowing the specific allergen, reducing exposure would be very difficult. If your Golden Retriever is allergic to dust or dust mites, several avoidance strategies are available. For example, dust and vacuum your home frequently (at least once a week). In addition, wash your Golden Retriever’s bedding in hot water regularly. Changing your air filters regularly, according to product instructions, will also help keep dust out of the air in your home. Other strategies to reduce exposure to dust and dust mites are:  Placing a plastic cover over your dog’s bed Using the air conditioner when it’s hot outside Keeping your Golden Retriever in non-carpeted rooms, such as the kitchen Keeping your Golden Retriever out of recently vacuumed areas Not giving your Golden Retriever stuffed toys to play with, since they could accumulate dust Mold is another common allergen associated with CAD. If your Golden Retriever is allergic to mold, consider using dehumidifiers, which reduce humidity in the air. Dehumidifiers are available at home supply stores. Also, avoid having houseplants, since the soil of potted plants can get moldy. Keeping your Golden Retriever out of the basement and avoiding dusty pet foods can also reduce mold exposure.  If you do have house plants, put activated charcoal on the soil to prevent mold development. Look for activated charcoal at your local gardening store. Clean your dehumidifiers according to the product’s instructions. Cleaning them will help them work more effectively.

SUMMARY:
Limit your Golden Retriever’s time outside. Minimize exposure to dust and dust mites. Reduce mold levels in your home.