File list
Files currently available to download from this site - Please select the link on the downloads page to view / download
1 Using ES File Explorer to Transfer files between Tablet and PC without using FTP:
How to set up a wifi connection between an Android device and a Windows pc using your broadband router. Please note that this method does not require FTP support (most browsers including Google's Chrome have now discontinued built-in FTP support).
2 Converting a USB or SDHC from ex-FAT to FAT32:
How to get round Microsoft's 32GB restriction on FAT32 formatting and make your SDHC card or USB stick 'talk' to Android and other devices
3 Encoder Lite v1.5:
An easy to use Excel encryption / decryption workbook intended to give an added layer of security to your confidential email messages. This pc software is stand-alone and encryption / decryption is performed offline to ensure the security of your data. Beware of using online software for encryption - it may hijack your data...
4 Postage_New:
A simple Excel workbook for finding the cheapest postage routes and prices for eBay parcels up to 5kg in weight. Just enter the parcel dimensions and weight and let it do the rest. You can also update the tables yourself to take into account any future price changes. Applies to mainland UK postage only. Updated with new Royal Mail rates from 4th April 2022. Now also contains a handy working days calculator to aid in delivery time estimates (includes 2022 Royal Mail Strike dates).
5 SARS-CoV-2: An Alternative Development Strategy for Second Generation Vaccines aimed at Combatting Escape Variants:
Opinion Paper for comment on the issue of new 1st and 2nd generation Covid vaccine design, which will be key to controlling the pandemic over the next 5 years (yes, it could actually last that long) - please see the Covid19 page on this website for a more detailed introduction and details of paper content
6 Managing your Android Apps:
A guide aimed at providing assistance in managing older Android devices - see text on the Android page. Updated to deal with Play Store's failure to offer any apps for Android versions older than 5.0.
7 Leicestershire 4-counties walk:
Four counties and two English regions in under 2 hours - can you meet the challenge ? - see the 'Walks' page for an introduction and download the file for more details if you're up for it.....
8 Kobo Mini eReader Software Upgrade:
How to resuscitate a Kobo Mini that didn't get the mandatory software upgrade in 2018. See the Android page and download the .pdf file for details.
9 Lottery:
A draw simulator which generates single entries for each of the major lotteries available in the UK. The workbook also includes more advanced simulators for the UK Lotto, EuroMilions and UK Health lotteries. The simulators generate multiple entries for comparison with actual historical data for previous draws - try them yourself - the results may give you pause for thought....and could save you money.
10 Creating A Google New Sites Website
A step-by step guide to setting up a Google website from scratch, and a discussion of some of the pitfalls. See the ‘Google Site Setup’ page for more details, and the homepage for a chronicle of the events involved in setting up this site.
11) Amazon Kindle Touch Edition Unofficial Guide
This short guide is designed to explain the functionality available to Kindle users without registering with Amazon. It was compiled using a Kindle Touch Edition 4th generation D01200, but should also be useful, if you have a 4G Graphite reader (D01100) or a 3G keyboard model Kindle, since the basic software architecture is very similar.
12) Reactivating a HUDL1 or HUDL2 Tablet after Factory Resetting
Detailed guide to resuscitating a HUDL tablet after encountering a setup blockage following a factory reset. Please read the introduction for the limitations of the procedure
13) GetiPlayer_Setup
Step by step guide with illustrations on how to use GetiPlayer software in combination with GetiPlayer Command Generator.xlsm to download BBC Video and Audio. You'll save time if you download both files together.
14) Blackbrook Reservoir Walk
A chance to explore one of the lesser-known 'gems' of Charnwood Forest. The walk takes in Mount St. Bernard Abbey and boasts some superb views of North Charnwood. Download the guide for route details and a route map including some handy local 'watering holes' for refreshments along the way.
15 ) UK Freeview TV Changes Jan 22: TV Channel numbers vs Transmitter Multiplex channels
Updatable spreadsheet for tracking changes. Updated 29th January with Waltham (E. Midlands) transmitter channels for illustration.
16) DVDs For Sale
A full list of DVDs and Blu-Ray Discs available for sale, as advertised on my Blog (https:/vivweb01.blogspot.com).
17) Electronic Diaries
Provides year by year daily slots for your diary entries. You can hyperlink entries to photos, videos etc. Fully searchable. A4-size printable Year Planner generator for any year. Delivery date calculator taking into account working days & bank holidays. Separate worksheet for key dates to remember. Notable dates generator for any year between 1971 and 2040 (Religious festivals, Bank Holidays, etc). Runs under MS Excel. There are 2 versions - a standard version with pre programmed dates 2023-2036 and a separate version where you can enter your own dates. Both are fully searchable by column throughout the date range.
18) HUDL1 - The Unofficial Guide
A useful compendium of hints & tips for this ever-popular 7 inch Android tablet. Best managed in conjunction with my guide on how to get the best out of older Android devices - see downloads page for both documents.
19) Almanac
An Excel workbook using built in functions to calculate the position of the sun and moon at any location on earth at any time, past or future. Useful for many outdoor applications. You can also generate tables to 'take away' in .pdf format which can be read on other devices. Contains an all-sky chart with object finder and planetary orbital simulators.
20) Tesco HUDL2 - How to Reactivate After Factory Resetting
If you've been caught out by the latest big tech fiasco and can't get your HUDL2 to work again, all is not lost. Just download the guide and you'll be up and running again in no time. If you're selling on, beware - check you can get it to work again before you sell.
21) Crossword Helper
A neat utility for anyone keen on quick crosswords - built-in dictionary and synonyms list will help you to figure out those trickier clues...
22) Sudoku Helper
Generates puzzles for you as well as providing a full solution, even for the toughest puzzles. A must for every Sudoku fan...
23) Health Check
How can I use simple health check measurements to maintain good health ? The workbook provides useful links to NHS recommendations, as well as helping you interpret your results.
24) Garendon Estate Walk
Guided walk and cycle ride taking in the newly opened Garendon Park amenity in Loughborough. To updated as more of this historical 'gem' on the edge of Charwood Forest is opened up to the public.
25) Accounts_Monthly
A useful 5-year accounts package which will help you keep track of your finances and may also help with your self-assessment tax return. Unfortunately, many more of us are being drawn into the 40% tax bracket and the self-assessment 'net' as a result of the iniquitous freeze on tax thresholds - don't be caught out...
26) Seasons
The Meteorological definition of the 4 seasons bears little relation to what we actually see in different regions of the UK. Download Seasons.xlsm to explore a more realistic approach....
27) Curvefit
For anyone with non-linear data to analyse, this curve fitting workbook may provide some much-needed help. Using higher order polynomial equations, it will fit most analytical data. Once fitted you can back -calculate values of either x or y from the fitted equation. Saves forking out for a subscription to XLfit !
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