Sun-dried tomatoes' sundry thoughts

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

apk.tw autologin

 // ==UserScript==
// @name         apk.tw autologin
// @namespace    http://tampermonkey.net/
// @version      01
// @description  try login if button is there, otherwise change bkground color
// @author       Tim
// @match        *://apk.tw/*
// @icon         data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==
// @grant        none
// ==/UserScript==
let ele = document.querySelector('#toptb > div:nth-child(1) > div:nth-child(1) > a:nth-child(2)');
ele.textContent = new Date().toLocaleTimeString();
function apkClick() {
let element = document.getElementById('my_amupper');
if (element !== null) {
 document.getElementById("my_amupper").click();
 document.body.style.background = "#ffffff";

} else
{
 document.body.style.background = "#" + Math.floor(Math.random() * 0x1000000).toString(16);

}
}
apkClick();

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Text to speech Cantonese macOS

 https://discussions.apple.com/thread/256098270?sortBy=rank

Text to speech not working for Cantonese - macOS Sequoia 15.5

I finally got text to speech working on my Mac for Cantonese.


Enter SYSTEM SETTINGS >> ACCESSIBILITY >> SPOKEN CONTENT >> SYSTEM SPEECH LANGUAGE (select Cantonese) and SYSTEM VOICE (select Sinji or variation). Select the Info icon next to SYSTEM VOICE. On the left-hand panel of the pop-up, select CHINESE. Under SPOKEN LANGUAGE, select CANTONESE >> DONE.


Why Apple chose such a complicated interface to navigate this choice, I don't know. Hope this works for you.


Saturday, September 20, 2025

Canon MF3240

in Windows 11

to scan: You need to use WinScanPDF

Need driver MF3240_MFDrivers_W64_us_EN, do the INF install manually to make the printer work.

Monday, July 28, 2025

 https://vocal.media/01/how-to-convert-epub-books-to-m-p3-with-the-best-solutions


Best Solutions to Convert EPUB to MP3

1. Using Balabolka (Free & Customizable)

Balabolka is a popular text-to-speech (TTS) software that reads text aloud and saves it as an MP3 file.

Additional windows TTS, install Danny (Cantonese) then run reg hack Microsoft Danny.reg

Steps:

  • Download and install Balabolka.
  • Open the EPUB file within the software.
  • Choose a voice from the installed TTS engines.
  • Adjust speed, pitch, and volume as needed.
  • Click Save as MP3 to export the audiobook.

✅ Pros: Free, customizable voice settings, supports multiple formats.

❌ Cons: Requires high-quality TTS voices for a natural sound.

2. Using NaturalReader (High-Quality Voices)

NaturalReader is an AI-powered TTS tool that provides lifelike voices for converting text into speech.

Steps:

  • Upload the EPUB file to NaturalReader.
  • Select a natural AI voice.
  • Adjust pronunciation, speed, and pauses.
  • Convert and download as MP3.

✅ Pros: High-quality voices, cloud-based, easy to use.

❌ Cons: Free version has limitations; premium required for best voices.

3. Using Speech Central (Mobile-Friendly Solution)

If you prefer converting EPUB to MP3 on your smartphone or tablet, Speech Central is a great option.

Steps:

  • Install Speech Central on your device.
  • Import the EPUB file.
  • Choose a voice from your device's TTS engine.
  • Save the spoken text as an MP3 file.

✅ Pros: Works on mobile devices, simple interface.

❌ Cons: Depends on device’s built-in TTS quality.

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

playlist.mpd

 https://www.cinewolf.com/WP/download-from-difficult-web-video-and-streaming-platforms/


  • On the page in the browser (I use Firefox), open the Network Activity monitor as the video is playing. (Ctrl+Shift+E)
  • type mpd and find playlist.mpd (or any other octet stream)
  • find the https:// adress and the filename in the GET and header information in the network analysis window.
  • Use youtube-dl (command prompt tool). If you don’t like command line software then get a GUI like youtube-dl-gui. Or from the command prompt just type youtube-dl.exe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=…..number from adress bar … and it will download your youtube video.

Thursday, December 12, 2024

Locate current Win 11 background

 reg query "HKCU\Control Panel\Desktop" /v Wallpaper

Monday, November 25, 2024

Screw drive garage door opener lube

 https://support.geniecompany.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1578/~/how-do-i-lubricate-my-%5Bscrew-drive%5D-garage-door-opener%3F


How do I lubricate my [screw drive] garage door opener?

Last Updated 10/26/2022 01:51 PM

The screwrod of your Genie ScrewDrive unit should be lubricated about once a year.

  1. We recommend using GLU (Genie’s white lithium grease,) however you can use another brand of lubricant as long as it is a white lithium based grease.
  2. It is very important to select the correct type of lubricant. (For example: WD-40 will prevent the system from working properly.)
  3. If needed, you can use mineral spirits to remove any old grease before lubricating.
 

To Lubricate:

  1. Starting at the door end of the rail, squeeze a pea-sized amount on the threaded screw rod itself.
  2. Moving towards the unit, place another dollop of grease about every 2.5ft or so.
  3. Once the grease is applied, operate the unit a few times to rotate the screw rod, and help the carriage distribute the lubrication.