Kaycee is Tom's Guide's How-To Editor, known for tutorials that skip the fluff and get straight to what works. She writes across AI, homes, phones, and everything in between — because life doesn't stick to categories and neither should good advice. With years of experience in tech and content creation, she's built her reputation on turning complicated subjects into straightforward solutions. Kaycee is also an award-winning poet and co-editor at Fox and Star Books. Her debut collection is published by Bloodaxe, with a second book in the works.
Latest articles by Kaycee Hill

How to strengthen your knees — 5 simple exercises that future proof your joints for life
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn simple exercises that reduce knee stress and improve joint health without special equipment.

I'm terrified of horror games, but I can't stop playing Dying Light: The Beast
By Kaycee Hill published
Dying Light: The Beast delivers immersive first-person horror, rewarding exploration, and satisfying combat that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

There's one detail on coffee bags that tells you if it's worth buying — and most shoppers miss it
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover how to identify fresh coffee and understand the optimal window for brewing quality coffee at home.

Spotify finally lets you block specific songs from playlists — here's how to do it
By Kaycee Hill published
Use Spotify's Taste Profile exclusion feature to stop specific tracks from appearing in your playlists.

Claude can now create Excel files and PowerPoints for you — here's how to use this new feature
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to enable and use Claude's file creation feature for spreadsheets, presentations, and documents.

Ring's new Search Party feature can help you find your lost dog — here's how it works
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover how Ring's AI-powered Search Party feature helps people find their lost dogs.

Your Claude chats are being used to train AI — here's how to opt out
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to prevent Claude from using your conversations as AI training data.

7 uses for leftover coffee that have immediately stopped me just pouring it down the drain
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn practical methods for repurposing leftover coffee in cooking, drinks, and around the house.

You can make an iPhone louder by changing its settings — here's how
By David Crookes last updated
You can easily make an iPhone louder simply by tweaking a few settings or positioning it in such a way as to boost the device's volume. Here's how.

How to repel spiders with indoor plants — grow these for free pest control
By Kaycee Hill published
Spiders hate these 5 common houseplants — here's what to grow indoors.

I just discovered this iPhone call quality feature — and it's been hiding in plain sight for years
By Kaycee Hill published
Activate this built-in iPhone feature to block background noise and make your voice clearer during phone calls.

Google Gemini's Guided Learning feature makes AI actually check if you understand — here's how it works
By Kaycee Hill published
Turn Google Gemini into a personal tutor that guides you through any topic step-by-step.

I was skeptical about paying for ChatGPT Plus — 5 features changed my mind
By Kaycee Hill published
ChatGPT Plus has exclusive features that provide genuine value beyond the basic functionality. Here's five of the best.

These 5 smart TV settings make watching so much easier — here's how to enable them
By Kaycee Hill published
How to make your smart TV easier to use, try these 5 built-in accessibility features.

5 spider-repelling hacks that actually work — and you probably have everything you need at home
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover natural spider repellents that keep eight-legged intruders out of your home.

Don't plant grass seed until you've checked your soil temperature — here's how to do it
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to test soil temperature and use the results to time grass seeding perfectly.

How to safely dispose of your Windows 10 laptop after upgrading to Windows 11
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to securely wipe your Windows 10 laptop and recycle it responsibly in a few straightforward steps.

How to tell if your lawn needs overseeding — 3 signs you can't ignore
By Kaycee Hill published
Thinking about overseeding your lawn this fall? We’ll show you exactly when and how to do it, so your grass comes back thicker and healthier.

Netflix secret codes — use these to unlock hidden categories
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to use Netflix's secret category codes to discover hidden content.

How to transfer data to your new iPhone 17 and move everything off your old phone safely
By Kaycee Hill published
Just got an iPhone 17? Here are several reliable methods to transfer all the data off your old iPhone or Android device to your new phone.

Seed saving guide — how to harvest, dry, and store seeds from your garden
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to collect, process, and store garden seeds for successful future planting.

This cleaning spray mistake is costing you money and ruining your surfaces
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Learn how to use cleaning sprays more effectively and safely in your home

How to winterize your above-ground pool
By Kaycee Hill last updated
Learn the essential steps and timing for properly winterizing your above-ground pool.
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