AR Computing

20/03/2026

We currently have a few refurbished laptops in stock.

✔ Fully tested
✔ Clean install of Windows
✔ Ready to use

Ideal for home, school, or light office work.

Pop in and see what’s available this week.

19/03/2026

⚠️ Scam Warning

We’ve recently seen several computers infected after fake “Microsoft Support” pop-ups.

Remember:
❌ Microsoft will never call you out of the blue
❌ Never give remote access to strangers

If you're unsure, bring your computer in and we’ll check it. 😀

09/03/2026

💡 Tech Tip – Speed Up Your Laptop

1️⃣ Don’t ignore updates
2️⃣ Restart once a week
3️⃣ Avoid random “cleaner” software

If it’s still slow, it may need a health check.
Book it in to AR Computing and we can check things over for you 😀

03/03/2026

🌬️ Is Your PC Running Hot or Noisy?

If your computer sounds like it’s about to take off ✈️ or feels unusually warm, it might just need a proper internal clean.

Over time, dust builds up inside desktops and laptops, blocking airflow and making fans work harder than they should. That extra heat can slow your system down and even shorten its lifespan.

We regularly:
✔ Clean out dust from fans and vents
✔ Replace dried-out thermal paste on the processor
✔ Check cooling performance
✔ Make sure everything is running safely and smoothly

Fresh thermal paste helps transfer heat away from the CPU properly — keeping your PC cooler, quieter, and running more efficiently.

A simple service can often prevent expensive repairs later on.

27/02/2026

We’ve been repairing laptops and desktops in Minehead for 30 years this year 🎉

From Windows 95 to Windows 11 — we’ve seen it all!

Thank you to our amazing local customers for supporting a small Somerset business 💙

If your computer needs help, we’re here.

25/02/2026

🔹 Alt + W + F + F – Freeze or unfreeze panes ❄️
🔹 Alt + W + Q – Zoom to selection
🔹 Alt + W + V + G – Show or hide gridlines
🔹 Alt + W + V + F – Show or hide formula bar
🔹 Alt + W + V + H – Show or hide headings
🔹 Alt + W + S – Split the window
🔹 Alt + W + L – Switch between Normal, Page Layout & Page Break views
🔹 Alt + H + M + C – Merge and center
🔹 Alt + H + O + I – Auto-fit column width
🔹 Alt + H + O + A – Auto-fit row height
🔹 Alt + H + B + A – Apply all borders
🔹 Alt + H + B + N – Remove all borders
🔹 Alt + H + D + C – Delete selected column
🔹 Alt + H + D + R – Delete selected row
🔹 Alt + H + O + R – Rename worksheet
🔹 Alt + A + M – Remove duplicates
🔹 Alt + A + E – Text to Columns wizard
🔹 Alt + A + T – Refresh all connections
🔹 Alt + N + V – Insert a PivotTable
🔹 Alt + N + F + S – Insert a Slicer
🔹 Alt + N + S + F – Insert a chart quickly
🔹 Ctrl + Alt + F9 – Force calculate all formulas
🔹 Ctrl + ` – Show or hide all formulas
🔹 Ctrl + Shift + L – Turn filters ON/OFF
🔹 Ctrl + Shift + & – Apply outline border
🔹 Ctrl + Shift + _ – Remove outline border
🔹 Ctrl + Shift + 7 – Add border around selection
🔹 Ctrl + Shift + U – Expand or collapse formula bar
🔹 Ctrl + Alt + T – Insert current time in Power Query
🔹 Ctrl + Shift + F3 – Create names from selection

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✨ Quick Tip:
Use Alt + W + F + F to freeze header rows or columns, so your headings stay visible while scrolling through long data sheets 👀

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23/02/2026

💻 Need a good computer without the high price?

We stock quality refurbished laptops, fully tested and ready to use.

✔️ Cheaper than new
✔️ Ideal for home, work or school
✔️ Local support if you need help

Ask AR Computing what’s in stock today, or pop down to the shop and have a look

18/02/2026

🔧 Is your laptop or PC not working properly?

AR Computing can help with:
✔️ Slow computers
✔️ Broken screens
✔️ No power / charging issues
✔️ Software problems
✔️ Upgrades & repairs

Bring it into our workshop or book an on-site visit in Minehead and surrounding areas.

03/02/2026

⚠️ Scam Alert
We’re seeing fake Royal Mail and EVRI text messages asking people to “confirm delivery”.
If you weren’t expecting a parcel, don’t click the link. They catch people out everytime! Always be careful what your clicking 😵‍💫😀

02/02/2026

💡If your computer feels slow, the first thing to try is a proper restart — not Sleep or closing the lid.
Windows and Macs both build up background clutter over time, and a restart clears it out.
It’s the simplest fix that works more often than people realise.😀

23/12/2025