TECHXPERT COMPUTER HELP BY APPOINTMENT
Monday: 7 PM
Tuesdays: 11 AM, 2 PM & 3 PM
Wednesday: 6 PM
Thursdays: 10 AM
Most Fridays: 10 AM
Ask basic questions about your digital photos, email, internet, Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Docs, Sheets and Slides. We also offer help with Libby and Hoopla for eBooks and eAudiobooks. General questions regarding your mobile device are welcome. Not for computer repair or configuring hardware or software. TechXpert is not a class. It is a one on one conversation with our TechXpert.
For eBook help please bring one of the following along with your library card and PIN number:
- iPad or iPhone
- Android Tablet or Android Phone
- Kindle Fire or Kindle Paperwhite (Amazon login required)
Contact our TechXpert to make a one-on-one appointment Sarah Milroy, Digital Service Librarian, call 248.349.3020, or Register Online.
Please leave details regarding the device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) you are having issues with and what you need help with. The TechXpert will respond to you as soon as possible.
Additional Technology Resources
GCF Learn Free: Free online computer tutorials
Harvard University: Free online courses
Michigan Learning Channel: Free online computer classes
Tech LIfe Unity: Learn how to use popular website & Apps for Free
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