Google is the most popular search engine in the world. In the UK alone, for example, several million internet users find themselves on its brightly coloured navigation page. However, very few know all of its functions. Here are 10 handy tips to help you master the world of this virtual giant like a boss!
1/ Build things with virtual Lego blocks
Google offers you the possibility to play with the Lego of your childhood online. Neat, huh? All you need to do is log on to www.buildwithchrome.com.
2/ Explore the Galaxies
Thanks to NASA satellites, Google Sky allows you to be a modern day astronaut without ever leaving your desk!
3/ Destroy a page of results just for the fun of it
Type zerg rush into the search bar to see what happens: the next page comes to life and you can completely destroy it with just a few clicks! A tip for the chronically bored!
4/ Translate symbols
In Google Translate, click on the bottom left corner and choose ‘handwriting’ (the pencil symbol) instead of the keyboard. You can now design symbols and translate them!
5/ Play games designed for societal events
For certain festivals and events (14th July, etc.), Google offers games or interactive apps. If you have missed the game on the day, you can access the archives at this address: www.google.com/doodles.
6/ Download new fonts
Dafont is not the only site where you can procure new fonts. Connect to the Google fonts service https://fonts.google.com/ to access your favourites!
