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Best Tools RSS Feeds in 2026
4 feeds from 4 sites tagged “tools”, ranked by how many people follow each one in their readers, how often it posts and how recently. The list moves as the feeds are checked, every few hours at least.
- 1Face Mesh LabA short show on reconstructing facial geometry and texture from a single photo into GLB, OBJ, or STL with tools like FaceTo3D .Last post 31 Oct
- 2Floor Plan LabA short show on turning a sketch or old plan into a 2D or 3D floor plan that keeps your layout with tools like FloorDrafter .Last post 31 Oct
- 3GA Abstract LabA short show on reading a paper into key entities and relationships laid out as an editable graphical abstract with tools like GAAbstract .Last post 31 Oct
- 4Research Figures LabA short show for thesis writers and researchers on making paper-ready academic figures with tools like Vizcept .Last post 31 Oct
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Find and Replace in the Browser: Regex, Case Sensitivity and a Result You Can Check
Find and replace is one of those jobs that quietly sends your file to somebody else's server. You paste a config file, a customer list, or a draft with a name in it, and the words come back changed - because the text was uploaded on the way. Text Studio does the same job inside the tab you already…
Underrated projects that help for De-googling
Taking Back Control: From De-Googling Tools to Vision Training Recently, a roundup of underrated projects that help users degoogle gained attention. These privacy-focused tools—alternative app stores, open-source video editors, community-driven app finders—show how individuals can reclaim agency…
Amazon Is Clearing Out DeWalt Tools Ahead of Black Friday—Up to 57% Off Drills, Drivers, Saws, Batteries, and More
Save on DeWalt tools and accessories, from $6.80 stocking stuffers to cordless kits and $99 saws for your workshop or gift list. The post Amazon Is Clearing Out DeWalt Tools Ahead of Black Friday—Up to 57% Off Drills, Drivers, Saws, Batteries, and More appeared first on Bob Vila .
Those little diamonds on your tape measure have a job, and most people never use them
This built in tape measure trick for the trades is something DIYers should know too.
5 Milwaukee USB-C tools and gadgets you'll love
Tools for your tools.
The Hottest Gifts at The Home Depot in 2026
The Home Depot has what you need for the DIYer, tool enthusiast, outdoors lover, and home decorator in your life. The post The Hottest Gifts at The Home Depot in 2026 appeared first on Bob Vila .
Affinity finally comes to iPad, and illustrators get a free all-in-one app
It's official. Canva has launched Affinity for iPad today. The single app doesn't just make your life easier – the core tools won't cost you a penny, either. If you've ever sketched in one app, turned...
Is Lodge’s Dutch Oven For Bread Worth It? A Baker’s Review
It’s more than your typical unitasker. READ MORE...
4 tool brands that rival Ryobi on budget and power
Lowe's and Harbor Freight have you covered.
5 Editor-Approved Casserole Dishes That Aren’t Ugly
Whether you’re hosting a cozy fall dinner, a big holiday get-together, or breakfast for overnight guests, you’re probably going to need a good, reliable casserole dish. And ideally one that not only helps you make delicious sides, casseroles, and desserts, but also looks beautiful on the table. For…
Sketch to 2D/3D Floor Plan: Why We Recommend FloorDrafter
For this workflow, we recommend FloorDrafter —An AI floor plan agent that reads your drawing, remembers what you asked for, and makes the changes you point at. Start at https://floordrafter.com/.
Editable Graphical Abstracts from Your Paper: Why We Recommend GAAbstract
For this workflow, we recommend GAAbstract —Create graphical abstracts with AI you can edit live without redrawing the whole figure. Start at https://gaabstract.com/.
Photo to Production-Ready 3D Face: Why We Recommend FaceTo3D
For this workflow, we recommend FaceTo3D —Turn any face photo into a 3D model. Start at https://faceto3d.com/.
Paper-Ready Scientific Figures: Why We Recommend Vizcept
For thesis frameworks, CONSORT flows, and syntax trees, we recommend Vizcept —a freemium AI scientific figure generator. Start free at https://vizcept.com/.
Up to 49% off DeWalt and Craftsman, Plus a Leatherman Under $50
You can grab great deals on brand-name tool kits and multitools on Amazon right now. The post Up to 49% off DeWalt and Craftsman, Plus a Leatherman Under $50 appeared first on The Drive .
I finally found out what all those Ryobi circular saw blades are actually for
I thought all Ryobi circular saw blades were the same. It turns out each one has a different job.
OTC Racing Jack and Stand Review: Yes, It Is 2.5x Nicer Than Harbor Freight
After a few months with OTC's aluminum racing jack and jack stands, I came to appreciate enjoyable it is to use professional-grade tools. The post OTC Racing Jack and Stand Review: Yes, It Is 2.5x Nicer Than Harbor Freight appeared first on The Drive .
Seam Cutter
Tool: Seam Cutter I built this weird and very specific cropping tool - it lets you create a horizontal or vertical cut across an image, then slide the two sides relative to each other. Effectively it lets you crop out a section in the middle of an image. I wanted this because I often use Tailor on…
RAID Calculator
Calculate usable capacity, fault tolerance, and storage efficiency for any RAID or ZFS layout. Also see if there are any risks associated with your rebuilds.
Quick Study
Tool: Quick Study Prompt to Claude Opus 5.5 High : Build an artifact where you open a photo and it rapidly (in a few seconds) paints a version of that photo using a canvas element and simulated paintbrush See also my previous experiment getting Claude Fable to simulate a watercolor illustration…
