Surprisingly enough, there are many different ways that you can do things that will make your life much easier. As a college kid, this may be great news for someone who is wanting to be efficient and crafty with the resources provided to them. These tips are commonly referred to as “life hacks”, and are becoming a trend on the internet and social media. So without further ado, here are some of these life hacks to help with living life:

1. Necktie hack– For those who are frustrated with trying to clip the back of the tie to the front, now you can avoid this struggle. All you have to do is simply slip the back “tongue” of the tie into to gap between the first and second button on your dress shirt. This will prevent the tongue from showing behind the tie, and will minimize the challenge of pinning the tie pin through both sections of the tie.

2. Tablet Holder– Need a way to place a tablet on the wall? Get 6 wall hangers that stick to the side of the wall. With correct measurements, place 2 on each side of the tablet by holding it against the wall. Make sure you leave a side open in order to retrieve the tablet when you need it. This allows for access of the tablet without holding it. So if you are trying to cook or do homework, you can do so with Netflix at your service via the hands free tablet. One could also use this method for picture frames, plaques, and other items.

3. Microwave Efficiency– For those who enjoy Ramen noodles, Kraft Mac and Cheese, and other microwavable dinners, this life hack involves placing multiple things inside the microwave. Sometimes bowls are too big to place more than one in the microwave at a time. For this hack, place one bowl towards the edge of the hot plate. Then place a coffee mug upside down on the other side, putting the other bowl on top of the mug. This allows for much faster cooking for the microwave chef when making easy meals.

4. Ever been frustrated with old food juices running amuck at the bottom of your trash can? Do you have old newspaper or worksheets from an older class? Solving this problem combines the two together. Simply place the old paper in the bottom of the trash can. When you put trash with food or drink liquid in it, the paper will absorb the liquid, minimizing the mess one might have when taking out the trash. This will also be effective using magazines and old printer paper.

5. Ever had a problem with trying to pry the end of the tape roll off? Simply place a paper clip on the end of the tape roll after use. This prevents the struggle of not being able to find the end of the tape when trying to use it. Trust me, your tape and fingernails will be eternally grateful.

Hopefully these tips are helpful and useful to your daily lives.