Customize Google+ With GGGG GUI on Chrome

I do not spend more than a few minutes of my time per day on social networking sites such as Google+, Facebook or Twitter. When I’m on there I like to get most out of the time, and that works best with extensions and tools that help me do that.

GGGG Gui for the Chrome web browser is such an extension, as it lets me customize the layout of the stream and the Google+ page.

When you install the extension in Chrome and visit Google+ afterwards, you will notice a new row of buttons that has been added to the bottom of the page. These buttons enable changes to the layout and functionality of the site.

One of the most interesting features is the so called list mode, which lets you compact the stream on the page. The first click switches to a two-row layout, a second click to a one-row design so that all messages are displayed directly on the page without the need to scroll down.

While you do not necessarily see the full message on the screen, you usually see enough to decide whether you’d like to read all of it or if it is of no interest to you. But that’s not the only layout change that improves your productivity on the site.

But that is just one of the changes that you can make on the site. Here is a short list of additional options:

Hide the right menu onlyUse a wide fluid layout for the Stream contentsHide the YouTube buttonHide Hot Posts on Google+Move Options to the page bottonUse a dark background color instead of whiteDisplay a clock on siteChange user icon and image opacity, reduce the size of images.

The extension offers several interesting customizations for Google+ that improve the usability of the service noticeably. Chrome users can download and install the GGGG Gui extension at the official Google Chrome web store.

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About the Author:Martin Brinkmann is a journalist from Germany who founded Ghacks Technology News Back in 2005. He is passionate about all things tech and knows the Internet and computers like the back of his hand. You can follow Martin on Facebook or Twitter.Author: Martin Brinkmann, Thursday February 23, 2012 -
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How To Customize Marvel Comics Action Figures

Since the start of Marvel Comics, there have been hundreds of comic book characters created. Action figures for most of the characters have been produced at one time or another. One of the problems for collectors, and for people who order Marvel Universe action figures for others, is that the models sometimes do not accurately match the costume, gesture, or overall style of the character as it was originally seen. In these cases, it might be possible to customize the figurines to get a more accurate rendering of the desired character.

Changing the color of the comic book character can be a fairly easy process. If possible the individual parts, like the arms and legs, should be taken apart. A white matte primer can then be applied to the parts, either by using a spray primer with a spray box, or by dipping the parts into a small dish filled with liquid primer. Depending on the initial finish, some sanding might be helpful first. Once the primer has dried, a second and sometimes even third coating might be necessary. Using a different color, such as black or red, as the final coat can give more depth to certain color schemes.

The surface can be painted in a few different ways. Enamel paints are inexpensive and easy to use, but leave a glossy sheen on the surface and sometimes a sticky texture. Matte model paints work the best, but usually require a final coating with some type of fixative to prevent flaking or wearing off over time. By using techniques such as dry brushing or washes, the color and detail of the model can be greatly enhanced with a relatively small amount of work.

If the figurine is missing some three dimensional component, an item that is usually held in the hand, or if the facial expression is not quite right, then it is possible to actually add material to change the molded shape. This is commonly done with different types of epoxies and resins. The basic procedure is to sand down the area where a new part will be attached and then form the resin into the desired shape, sometimes using sculpting tools or knives. The finished piece can then be attached to the frame and allowed to cure.

Should all else fail, it is possible to order Marvel Universe action figures that have been customized by a third party. This can be somewhat expensive, however, and the results will vary depending on the skill of the company performing the customizations. Ultimately, however, the results will be a Marvel Comics action figure that matches what was originally seen.

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