Tips & Tricks – Get the Most Out of Software, Apps & Digital Products

Welcome to the Tips & Tricks section of Review Mind. Here you will find practical guides, hacks and strategies to help you get the maximum value from the software, apps and digital products you use.

Whether you are just starting out or you are an advanced user, these tips can help you work smarter and accomplish more with the tools you have invested in.

Getting Started: The Fundamentals

Tip #1: Read the official documentation first

Why this matters: Many people skip documentation and jump straight to guessing how tools work, which leads to frustration and missed features.

What to do:

  • Start with the official “Getting Started” guide from the product’s website.
  • Watch the official tutorial videos provided by the company.
  • Explore the help center before contacting support.
  • Read the FAQ section; your question may already be answered.

Time investment: 30 minutes of reading can save hours of frustration.

Pro tip: Bookmark the help center; you will likely visit it often.

Tip #2: Set up your account correctly from day one

Why this matters: Incorrect setup creates problems later. Proper setup takes a few minutes but prevents hours of corrections.

What to do:

  • Fill in your profile completely (name, photo, description, etc.).
  • Set up security features like two‑factor authentication and a strong password.
  • Configure privacy settings before adding any content.
  • Choose your preferences for language, time zone and notifications.
  • Create an initial folder or project organization if the tool allows it.

Pro tip: Take screenshots of important settings so you can find them later.

Tip #3: Use free trials strategically

Why this matters: Free trials are your chance to test before paying, but many users waste them by only clicking around.

What to do:

  • Make a short list of what you need to test before starting the trial.
  • Use the tool for real tasks, not just casual exploration.
  • Test edge cases (what happens when limits are reached, errors occur, etc.).
  • Contact customer support once to check response time and quality.
  • Create test projects and check how pricing scales as you add usage.
  • Export your data to confirm you can take it with you if you leave.
  • Take notes on what works well and what feels limiting.

Pro tip: Start trials only when you actually have time to test them properly.

Tip #4: Take good notes

Why this matters: You will forget steps and settings. Notes save you from relearning the same thing repeatedly.

What to do:

  • Create a simple notebook (digital or physical) for each important tool.
  • Write down your most‑used features and the steps to use them.
  • Document workarounds for common problems.
  • Save links to help articles you reference often.
  • Record your custom settings and configurations.
  • Note the keyboard shortcuts you use daily.

Pro tip: If you work in a team, share these notes so everyone benefits.

Productivity Hacks: Work Smarter

Tip #5: Master keyboard shortcuts

Why this matters: Keyboard shortcuts can significantly reduce the time you spend on repetitive actions.

What to do:

  • Find the keyboard shortcut list in the tool’s help menu.
  • Pick 3–5 shortcuts you will use most and practice them daily.
  • Add them to your notes for quick reference.
  • Gradually learn new shortcuts every week.

Common universal shortcuts:

  • Ctrl+S – Save
  • Ctrl+Z – Undo
  • Ctrl+C – Copy<