April is spring-cleaning month at CNET How To

It’s that time of year again. Spring is in the air, but so is dust and clutter. While your devices will never be completely clutter — or dust — free, it’s not hard to get them into much more presentable shape. The best part? You don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to help.

Below you will find a collection of How-To articles focused on getting your gadgets and digital life organized, cleaned, optimized and digitized.

Week 1: Organizing your device

Clean up files on your Android device: Never again run out of space

How to clean and speed up Mac OS X Mavericks: Get the most out of your Mac

Organize apps on your Samsung Galaxy device: Customize and streamline your interface

Make your iOS device feel new again: Clear the clutter and optimize performance

Tidy up your music collection: Your music, when you want it

How to back up your phone: Just in case something goes wrong

Week 2: Physical cleaning

Wipe down your headphones: Easy ways to clean your headphones

Clean your monitor or TV screen: Make your screen clearer than ever

Clean your device and its case: Get out the grime with these tips

Clean your digital SLR camera: Keep your lens and sensor clear

How to clean your laptop: Crumbs and ketchup begone!

Week 3: Getting optimized

Keep your apps and device software up-to-date: Always run optimally

How to calibrate your monitor: Get the highest picture quality from your monitor

Apps for getting stuff done: Keep your life on schedule

Optimize your Facebook, Google+, and Twitter accounts: Safeguard your info across social networks

Three ways to increase your computer’s performance: Before you buy a new PC, check out these tips

Week 4: Digitizing your life

Going digital with your wallet: Earn some pocket space

What to do with your old CD collection: Clear the CD clutter

How to move your receipts to the cloud: Rid yourself of paper waste

Going digital with print subscriptions: Say goodbye to more paper clutter

How to scan and archive your old printed photos: Empty your old photo albums

Week 5: Bonus week

Turn old movies and video games into cash: The best ways to rid yourself of old games

Spring cleaning for your Gmail: Cool tricks for organizing your mail

Clean up and organize your iTunes music library: Four simple ways to tidy up your music

Tips for organizing your cables: It’s time to tame that rat’s nest under your desk