How to Not Fall for Pop up Screamers

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Do not turn the volume up

   It could be a screamer.
   
   Don't take your chances- you can always hit 'replay' if after watching it nothing occurs.
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   Step 2: even if the video or activity involves turning the volume up.

   Does it include any of the words: exorcist, scary, winterized, maze? If so, then don't click the link.
   
   Most likely it's going to be a screamer. , If the video seems like a good one, play it safe and keep the volume down.
   
   You don't want to scare the household (or yourself) half to death with loud screams if it is in fact a screamer. , You'll be able to tell if it's a screamer if an ugly face pops up.
   
   This goes for YouTube, too.
   
   Don't fall for any of these videos:
   Toy Story Secrets, Relaxing Car Drive, Scary Car Ad, Scary Golf Shots.
   
   They are indeed scary, and aren't very relaxing.
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   Step 3: Give attention to the link the person sent you.

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   Step 4: Turn the volume down

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   Step 5: if all is good so far!

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   Step 6: If you really want to play it safe

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   Step 7: mute the volume and pull up another screen while watching the video out of the corner of your eye.

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