Have you ever had a problem with an object or a person, and you just wished you had an easy way out, a solution that could literally make your life just a bit easier the moment you needed it? No more unnecessary headaches!
Well, browse through a compilation of 73 ingenious solutions shared by funny and clever people who just happened to come up with them at the right moment to make your life even easier.
1) Let your tears comfort you
Crying from a breakup or a hard day? Instead of reaching for chocolate, grab some caramel instead. This person figured out that the combo of tears and caramel is quite the decadent treat.
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Twitter/@mashathexplorer
2) No more purses falling to the floor
Anyone who carries a purse or a bag around every day knows the bane of putting it on the shoulder of a chair only to have it quickly fall to the ground. Not with this simple idea!
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Reddit
3) Now you can order what you really want
Maybe you’ve always been ordering a latte when you really wanted a cappuccino. This helpful coffee machine describes what each coffee drink really is so you can choose what you really want.
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Reddit
4) You asked for it
In this day in age, girls have to deal with creepy messages coming in through their social media accounts all the time. However, this genius and clever girl came up with the perfect response when she was asked for a picture in her bra.
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Imgur
5) How to make easy money
Look, if people are willing to give money to an “invisible naked man in flip-flops,” then so be it. Whoever came up with this idea is pretty creative when it comes to earning a few extra bucks a day by doing nothing at all.
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Imgur
6) When you don’t have a suit jacket
This guy needed a professional-looking headshot and didn’t have a suit jacket. However, he and his friends got creative and used a pair of pants instead. Looks great!
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Reddit
7) The dreaded vacuum
Practically every dog despises the vacuum. It’s just a known fact. So this person thought it would be a perfect deterrent to use to keep their dog off the deck.
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Reddit
8) No one is judging
Look, if you know you’re going to be drinking the entire thing anyway, this just keeps you from having to wash a wine glass. Just don’t drive anywhere, okay?
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Twitter/@scritt_
9) Sneaky, sneaky
This person figured out how to stay on their ex’s Netflix account in a really hilarious and genius way. Just switch your username to ‘Add User’ and they’ll never be the wiser.
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Imgur
10) Duh!
Have you ever gone to highlight something in a book and the line ends up being all wobbbly because you can’t really see where you’re dragging the pen? Welp. Not anymore!
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Reddit
11) Helpful color chart
The sticker on this avocado is also a helpful color chart that lets you know when it’s the type of ripe you’re looking for. Now you don’t have to go around squeezing each and every one. Perfect!
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Reddit
12) Instant drinking fountain
After you’re done brushing your teeth, this toothbrush instantly turns into a drinking fountain so you can rinse your mouth. How perfect is this for traveling?! No more sticking your head under the faucet.
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Oddity Mall
13) Makeup game on point
You know when your eye makeup is just perfect, but you really need to wash your hair before going out? This clever girl figured out how to preserve that cat eyeliner and we love it. Now you just have to wait for the goggle lines to go away.
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14) Office hack
Are you the type who browses your Facebook account while you’re at work? Make sure no one is coming up behind you by taping a spoon to your monitor. Just hope that no one asks about the weird spoon taped to your monitor.
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Reddit
15) Stain-specific
This washing machine allows you to pick a wash cycle based on what kind of stain you’re trying to remove. And everyone knows that tomatoes, red wine, and oil are the worst kind.
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Twitter/@seanblackcab
16) Keep everyone healthy!
This door handle is helping people fight the common cold. It pumps out hand sanitizer at the bottom. Too bad it’s a pull-open door…
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Reddit
17) Recycle and ride
This machine in Beijing, China lets people pay for the subway with plastic bottles. Why don’t we have this type of system for every part of public transportation?
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Ocean Great Tides
18) Why have we not been doing this?
Here is a super fun solution to a problem that we all know. No one likes watered down iced tea – so make the ice cubes the tea too! Mind blown.
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Twitter/@pretttynice
19) Hands full?
These elevators have floor buttons near the floor! That way, if your hands are full, you can simply push the button with your foot. Perfect for after grocery shopping.
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Reddit
20) Everyone has a favorite part
This restaurant labels their brownies by which part of the pan it was baked from. So, whether you like a corner, center, or an edge – you can pick your favorite piece!
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21) Lock ’em up
Drinking with your phone can be a bad idea. This bar lets you lock up your phone and charge it. Bar nights just got a little bit more manageable. Still, drink responsibly!
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Reddit/westcoast_eastsider
22) Can’t decide?
Cereal is delicious. And if you have multiple options in your cupboard, sometimes you just can’t decide. That’s okay! Just break out the sectioned Tupperware and you’re good to go.
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Twitter/@rhyenrenee
23) No more wet butt
You know when you want to take a seat on a park or bus bench but it just rained? No one wants to sit there unless you want to look like you wet your pants. Well, this bench ‘rolls’! Just give it a crank and it will reveal a dry side after it rains.
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Yankodesign
24) Just move the ‘N’
This store has a clever little sign that let’s people know when they’re opened or closed. All they have to do is move that “N” to the end of “Nope” and now you have “Open”!
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Reddit
25) Make people laugh instead of cry
This person is thinking ahead and we love their idea. Of course, having the people we love pass away is always sad. But their lives are something to celebrate and be happy about. This person wants to keep people laughing until the end.
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Twitter/@dlicj
26) Pro-tip for introverts
Not really a social person? Yeah, me either. Here’s a tip I wish I knew a long time ago. Jane is a freaking life-saver.
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27) No cash? No problem!
Now, you can’t use “not having cash” as an excuse not to tip. This handy little machine lets you just dip your credit card in for a quick dollar tip. So handy!
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Imgur
28) A firing to remember
We just love this person for their hilarious and slightly depressing idea to bring a clown to his meeting where they were getting fired. Even though it didn’t save him from losing his job, we’re sure it made a lasting impression on the company.
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Twitter/@liamstack
29) Amazing idea
Sometimes you don’t want all $20 bills when you take money out of the ATM. Well, this one lets you pick what denominations you’d like!
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Reddit
30) Someone make this a thing…
No one likes to miss parts of the movie just because they have to pee. In fact, why is it that you always have to use the bathroom in the most climatic parts of the movie? This would completely solve that problem.
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Twitter/@Nick__Frady
31) The microwave of all microwaves
Ladies and gentlemen, this should have been the only microwave ever invented. So much more convenient and easy to work with!
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Reddit
32) Suds galore!
This person figured out how to keep their Slip N’ Slide both wet and slippery! Talk about some serious summer fun without having to come to that awful hard stop on your tummy at the end.
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Reddit
33) There. It’s Fixed.
These people were pretty annoyed when their neighbors complained about the trash cans being visible. So, they hid them with a fence and a not-so-hidden message.
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Reddit
34) Finally!
Every single one of us has had food stuck in a vending machine. Well, finally someone came up with a way to ensure you either get your food or your money back. Everyone wins.
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Reddit
35) So helpful!
“My son’s homework has a barcode that when scanned takes him to an instructional YouTube video posted by his teacher related to the lesson,” shared the Reddit user who posted this photo.
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Reddit
36) *heading to McDonald’s right now *
Whoever this person is is a culinary genius. Okay, well maybe that’s a bit of an exaggeration but it’s still pretty clever. Next time you visit the golden arches, be sure to try this yummy concoction.
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Twitter/@nxthvniel_
37) Cookers, rejoice!
Say goodbye to your colander because this genius invention is changing everything. There’s holes on the top so you can just drain your pasta or steamed veggies right from the same pot!
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House and Tech
38) You don’t want this car
Scared of getting your nice car stolen? Just put it in a wrap that makes it look like a real junker. This nice, new van was made to look like it was coverd in rust.
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OMG.BEau.Peep
39) Next-century flirting
The guy who created this next-level business card to give out to girls at the club is pretty freaking creative. It has a QR code and links to all of his social media accounts. Plus, his photo so you can remember what he looked like.
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Twitter/@marissuh_x
40) You’re onto something
Not many people walk back to where they picked up an item to return it once they decide that they don’t want it anymore. These racks should help. Now all they need are some in the refrigerated and frozen food sections!
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41) Every restaurant needs to offer these
You guys. We have three words for you. Ice. Cream. Nachos. Boom! You’re welcome.
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Twitter/@__apf__
42) Now that’s some motivation
This hotel figured out how to motivate its guests to help take care of the environment. If there are two things for sure – people like free things and they like free drinks.
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Reddit
43) No more stolen lunches
Is there a sneaky co-worker in the office who likes to eat other people’s food? That’s alright! Just invest in this lovely lunch bag – they’ll probably be detoured.
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Architecture and Design
44) Leave me alone, please.
This store lets customers choose if they want to be helped by the staff or not. Each basket is color-coded to let the workers know if you should be approached for help.
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Reddit
45) Bath time is the best time
Does your dog hate to take baths? No problem! Just put some peanut butter on the wall and you’ll be set for at least five or ten minutes. They’ll absolutely love bath time!
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Reddit
46) Such a nice dentist
To help customers keep their minds off what’s happening in their mouth, this dentist put a “Where’s Waldo” mural on his ceiling. Now, you can look for Wally while trying your best to ignore that drilling sound.
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Reddit
47) How to sell more products
The genius that set up this store display deserves a raise. It’s a darn good guess that any woman on her period also would love to have chocolate. This store made it easy.
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Imgur
48) Keep those boots dry
This kid simply grabbed a trash bag and is using it to walk in the snow to keep his shoes from getting soaked. Sometimes the most simple ideas are the best ideas. Way to go, kid.
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Pikabu
49) A real entrepreneur
Sick and tired of people asking you when you’re going to have kids? This guy is here to help! Just hire him as your perfect fiance for an hour.
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Twitter/@bronshteinn_
50) The watched pot
They say a watched pot never boils but someone has to keep an eye on it! This guy knows that it’s going to take a few minutes to get those bubbles roaring so he set up his phone to FaceTime the water while he catches up on his shows.
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Twitter/@justinhillister
51) On the house
Who wouldn’t want a free roll of toilet paper? After all, the costs can add up rather quickly. This is a cool idea. The question is, how many people will actually find it?
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Reddit/BrndyAlxndr
52) When fries stand tall
How handy! How many times have you gone out to eat just to make a mess with the fries on the table? This is not only clever but it’s also neat!
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Reddit/_FooFighter_
53) It’s about time!
This usb drive lets you know its capacity. How awesome! You don’t even have to plug it in to see how much space you have remaining.
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Reddit/blueapplepiedude
54) Ice cold brew
Tired of your beer getting warm between sips at the bar? Fear no more! This part of the bar is ice cold! Now your drinks will never go warm.
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55) Everyone does it
You no longer have to feel embarrassed about using the restroom anymore. At least in certain places in Japan. They’ve installed a privacy button in the bathrooms that play music when you’re, uh, occupied.
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Reddit/guppywastaken
56) To your liking
This hotel makes sure that you’re as comfortable as can be with these light settings. It would be pretty cool if all hotels had this in their rooms. Lighting really sets the mood!
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Reddit/ellesapple
57) Winter weather simulator
Wow! Not sure how that cool-looking jacket is going to fare in cold weather? Why not try it out? This weather simulator does just that! I vote we get these in as many store as possible!
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Reddit/1ggy
58) Makeup towel
Everybody hates to see a white towel get dirty. This is a win-win for all involved. Hotels don’t have to use harsh chemicals, like bleach, on darker towels and guests don’t have to worry about leaving makeup on their towels.
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Reddit/DasAdam
59) Into the future
These biker jackets have the rider’s turn signals on them! Therefore, the driver behind them can see very clearly where the biker is going to turn. This is a great safety feature!
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Reddit/joat217
60) Let kids be kids
With these pedals, kids can move and learn at the same time. It might even help to burn off the extra energy carried over from recess. Now kids who have a habit of “figeting” won’t feel the pressure of having to “sit still.”
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Reddit/LurkerMcLurkerton
61) Grab-n-go
At this supermarket, shoppers can donate 25 cents and grab a healthy snack for their shopping trip. What a neat way to promote healthy eating habits. No more shopping on an empty stomach!
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Reddit/crumbbelly
62) Never run out of ink again!
This pen lets you know how many pages it has left before it runs out of ink. Yes, please! This is a phenomenal idea.
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Reddit/interoth
63) Saving lives
You won’t be able to listen to your tunes without buckling up first. The car won’t play any audio until your nice and snug. Pretty cool!
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Reddit/Leavemymarc
64) Dispose of gum here
We all hate not knowing what to do with our gum when we’re finished with it. But we despise finding gum on the bottom of our shoe and desks even more. This Japanese company places these little sheets of paper in their gum packages to give chewers a place to store their gum when done.
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Reddit/Charlzalan
65) Bedtime stories
How fun! This hotel has a number for bedtime stories. You’re never too old for storytime. Pair this up with the hotel that allows you to change your light settings and your all set for bed.
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Reddit/ToxicSteve13
66) Mobile device cleaner
Not many people keep microfiber cloths handy. But there’s hope for you if you wear a tie. This one has microfiber material on the inside to clean your electronic devices with!
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Reddit
67) Doggy potty
It can be difficult traveling with a pet. But this airport is attempting to make things easier by installing a pet potty and showering station. Great idea!
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Reddit/twotea
68) Just right
Although common in certain areas of the world, it isn’t common here in the U.S. But it needs to be! It takes all the guesswork out of getting the perfect temperature for your shower.
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Reddit/huskers17
69) Good thinking
Nobody wants to go digging in a dumpster. This area installed a bottle and can rack so people don’t have to go dumpster-diving to get to them. It would be nice though if it went all the way around the trash bin.
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Reddit/TwoSchoolFourCool
70) The gift of giving
Cooks work extra hard back there! Why not reward the crew with some brews? Who knows, they may reward you with some extra food!
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Reddit/GreatestOfAllTime96
71) Pull in however you like
Forgot which side the gas tank is on? It doesn’t matter in Seoul. Their pumps come down from the ceiling. They also have people who pump gas for you! But keep in mind, most cars show which side the gas tank is on near the fuel gauge.
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Reddit
72) Perfect iced coffee
Remember that frozen tea trick we showed you earlier? The same idea works with coffee, people! What have we been doing our entire lives?
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Reddit
73) Here’s how to save $1000
Instead of purchasing the Mac Pro stand for $999 that Apple sells, this Einstein rigged a plastic hanger to do the trick instead. If anyone judges you for trying this, they’re just jealous that they didn’t think of it first.
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