PPS Instructional Technology

Whether for students, parents, or conference attendees, sometimes it is just easier to have a short, clean web address to share, especially when that URL needs to be typed. And, with goo.gl shutting down and the necessity to block all other URL shorteners for student and network safety, we would like to welcome you to...  ... the PPS URL Shortener! https://ppsurl.me/create Google Classroom... ... is still the most efficient way to share links with students; however, during instances where a link must be typed, such as parent-teacher conferences or for printed materials, a shortened URL is more convenient. How to... Locate and copy the URL you wish to shorten Visit ppsurl.me/create Erase the "http://" in the URL box and paste your URL in its place Provide a Title (Optional, yet convenient) Check the captcha box, if present Click Shorten What to do next... In the image below... This box holds your new short link (example: https:...

Do you want an easy way to create shortcuts for your Google Apps (Gmail, Blogger, Docs, etc.)?  It is as easy as a couple clicks. Step 1: Right-click on a Chrome application from your new tab screen: Step 2: Select Create shortcuts... Step 3:  Choose Desktop, Pin to Taskbar, or both.  Click Create. Here is what your choices would look like New desktop icon: ...or taskbar icon: