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Are you not sure how to get the most out of your Google searches? Are you getting all kinds of stuff you don't want? Here's a quick list of how to get the Google search engine to return what you want it to return PRONTO.

What you need to do Open your browser (Safari, Firefox) to google.com

1. Use Google as a spell-checker. Simply type in the problem word and Google will return suggested spellings.

2. Use Google as a a calculator. Enter your calculation: 140/12*(654/9+3) and Google will return your answer.

3. Exclude articles that contain certain names by using the minus (-) sign. Example: Type "Wheel of Fortune" -Pat Sajak and you'll get articles about the show, but the articles won't mention the name of its host.

4. Obtain currency conversions. Example: Type dollars in yen

5. Search numerical ranges. Use two dots Example: Type "Michael Jackson" 1983..1992 and Google will return articles about MJ between those years.

6. Are you tired of your relatives across the pond fussing at you for calling them while they are sleeping because you forgot about the time change? Keep the peace and type time Vancouver before you dial.

7. Search for a specific document type (ppt, docx, doc, pdf, xls). Example: Type "alfie kohn" filetype:pdf and Google will return only pdf documents that have something to do with Alfie Kohn.

8. ...and that area code is used where on the planet? Example: Type 315 and you'll find where in the world that area code is used.