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The Best Mac Finder Preferences You Should Know About

The Finder in Mac is where you find all your documents. Here are some Finder preferences you probably don’t know about that can take you to the next level

9 Hidden Customization Settings to Get the Most Out of Your Mac

There are many features in macOS that are unknown to many. Here are some of the best hidden customization settings to help you get more out of your Mac.

How to Hide User Accounts from macOS Login Screen

Is your login screen starting to look cluttered? Here are a few ways to hide user accounts on your macOS login screen and customize the login screen.

Get a Student Discount at the Apple Education Store

Learn how you can get an Apple Education discount for your next purchase of Apple products if you’re a student or work for an educational institution.

macOS Big Sur: New Features, Availability, Compatibility

Apple introduced macOS Big Sur during WWDC. This latest release includes major updates to the Safari web browser, refreshed Maps and Messages apps, and more.

Everything You Need to Know about Mac System Preferences

System Preferences in Mac is the hub for all of your settings. Here is everything you need to know about macOS System Preferences.

Bluetooth Connection Problems? Try These 6 Fixes for macOS

Is your Mac refusing to recognise your Bluetooth mouse? Here are some methods to fix the Bluetooth connection problems in macOS.

WWDC 2020: The Big Changes to iOS and macOS

WWDC 2020 was one for the books, giving users many of the things they have been begging for. This is despite having only one small hardware announcement.

Best Ways to Manage Multiple Windows on macOS

Do you always have multiple applications active at the same time? Here are some ways to manage multiple windows on macOS.

Why Mac Users Should Use iWork Over Office 365

While iWork doesn’t get mentioned as much as Office 365, that doesn’t mean you should ignore it. Here is why you should choose iWork over Office 365.

How to Master Reminders App on macOS

The macOS Reminders app has always been a good way to create tasks and to-do lists. Learn how you can quickly master the improved Reminders app on the Mac.

Most Surprising Things You Can Do with Siri on Mac

Siri comes with a few Mac-specific commands that could surprise you. Here are some of the most surprising things you can do with Siri on Mac.

How to Get Started with macOS Notes App

Whether you want to create a to-do list or write down some random thoughts, the macOS Notes app is more than capable. Here are some tips for mastering it.

Best Uses for Thunderbolt 3 on Mac Computers

Thunderbolt 3 is a technology that enables ultra-fast connections between any connected devices. Here are some of the best uses for Thunderbolt 3 on Mac.

How to Customize File, Folder and Hard Drive Icons in Mac

One of the things you can do on your Mac is to customize the file, folder and hard drive icons with custom icons. Here’s how to do it.

How to Use FaceTime Keyboard Shortcuts on Your Mac

If you use FaceTime, you can use the following FaceTime keyboard shortcuts on Mac to use the app more efficiently. These will work on most versions of macOS.

How to Use Automator in macOS

Automator in macOS is an automation tool to help you be more productive. You don’t need to know how to code. Learn how to use Automator in macOS.

How to Master the macOS Calendar

If you are looking to organize your life, the macOS calendar can help you. Learn all the things you didn’t know your Mac calendar could do.

How to Use Your Android Phone as a Mouse on Mac

If your mouse is broken, using your phone as a mouse can help. Learn how you can easily use your Android phone as a mouse on your Mac.

How to Tile Windows in macOS

Apple added a new Tile Window feature in macOS Catalina, which makes it even easier for you to multitask. Learn how you can tile windows in macOS.

How to Connect Nintendo Joy-Cons to the Mac

Adding a controller to the Mac is really easy and will elevate the Mac gaming experience. Here is how you can connect Nintendo Joy-Cons to a Mac.

Fastest Ways to Look Up Word Definitions on Mac

Apple’s built-in dictionary is one app that everyone uses but never talks about. Learn some of the fastest ways you can look up word definitions on Mac.

Top Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Mac

Apple products, while lasting, cannot last forever. How do you determine if it’s time to replace your Mac? These are some of the biggest warning signs.

How to Choose Between the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro

Both the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro have powerful specs, so which one should you choose? We compared both side by side, and this is our recommendation.

How to Fix Overheating Issue on an Old MacBook

If your old MacBook starts to feel hot with its fans whirring loudly, here are several things you can do to make it cool down and fix the overheating issue.

How to Create and Use Location-Based Reminders in iOS and macOS

Many people are still unaware of the geofencing feature in the iOS Reminders app. Here we’ll show you how to set up location-based reminders in iOS and macOS.

How to Block Unwanted Text Messages on Your iPhone, iPad and Mac

Blocking messages is very easy on iOS but is a bit of a lengthier process on macOS. Learn how to block unwanted text messages on iOS and Mac.

How to Edit a Movie with QuickTime on the Mac

QuickTime is more than just an application for watching movies. Here’s a look at how you can use QuickTime to edit all your movies.

4 of the Best Safari Alternatives for Your Mac

Safari is not without faults and lacks the deep features of its browser competitors. Let’s take a look at some of the best Safari alternatives for your Mac.

How to Use Time-Synced Lyrics with Apple Music

Apple recently introduced a time-synced lyrics feature in Apple Music. Here is how you can view real-time synced lyrics on your Apple Music app.

How to Transfer Android Files to Mac with OpenMTP

Unhappy with Google’s Android File Transfer app? OpenMTP can take the pain out of transferring files between Android and macOS.

Why Are Macs So Bad at Gaming?

If you are a gamer, you will probably choose a Windows computer over a Mac. Why is it that Macs are so bad at gaming? Is Apple doing anything about it?

How to Partition a Drive in macOS

Partitioning your hard drive allows you to better organize your data and install another OS. Here is how to partition a drive in macOS.

How to Create Self-extracting Archives Without Installing Additional Software

While there are lots of applications that allow you to create self-extracting archive, here is how you can do it with the native tool that come in your OS.

How to Use Apple Maps to Find Places that Accept Apple Pay

How do you know which retailers accept Apple Pay? Here is how you can easily find Apple Pay locations on your iPhone and Mac.

How to Manage Notifications on Your Mac

Apple has provided a few options for you to tweak the notification behavior on your Mac. Here are some ways to better manage your notifications in macOS.

Use MacDroid to Easily Access Your Android Files From Your Mac

MacDroid is a handy piece of software that makes the process of accessing Android files on a Mac without the use of cloud storage much easier.

How to Clean Up Your Mac Hard Drive

It is much easier to fill up a hard drive than to free up space on it. Here are some ways to clean up your Mac hard drive and improve its performance.

How to View Photoshop Files on a Mac without Photoshop

It can be frustrating when you can’t open Photoshop files on your Mac. Here are some ways to view a Photoshop file on a Mac without Photosop being installed.

How to Use Your iPhone as a Remote Control in macOS

With macOS Catalina, you can now set up your iPhone as a remote control for Apple TV and Apple Music. Learn how to use your iPhone as a remote control.

Mac Had More Malware Detections than PC in 2019

Malwarebytes keeps a log on how many infections it detects per operating system, and for the first time ever, Macs saw a higher infection rate than PCs.

How to Snap or Split-screen Windows in macOS

The Split-screen mode is the best way to work with multiple windows and keep your productivity. Here’s how to snap or split-screen applications in macOS.

6 Common MacOS Catalina Problems and Their Fixes

Did you download the new macOS Catalina and notice you couldn’t install it smoothly? Here are the fixes for the common macOS Catalina problems.

How to Delete an Autosave File Version on macOS

Some of the apps in macOS have an autosave feature that save your work every few minutes. Here’s how to delete the autosave file version in macOS.

The Anatomy of macOS App Bundles

You have probably encountered app bundles in macOS. What do they do? Here is a breakdown of macOS app bundles and their hierarchical structure.

Syncing macOS and iOS: How Do They Connect?

Apple calls the interconnectivity features between macOS and iOS the “Continuity System.” Here are all the ways the Continuity system works.

How to Boost Your MacBook Productivity with These 5 Catalina Features

Catalina, the newest version of macOS, comes with a ton of features that you can use to maximize your MacBook productivity.

Why Are Apple’s Butterfly Keyboards So Bad?

Apple’s Butterfly keyboards have so many issues that Apple might switch back to the scissor-style switches. But why are the Butterfly keyboards so terrible?

How to Convert HEIC Files to JPG Using Preview on Mac

iOS’s HEIC file format does not play well with other platform. Here is how you can use Preview on Mac to easily convert HEIC files to JPG.

Working with Vector Graphics on macOS

Vector graphics are not quite the same as normal images. Here are some ways to work with vector graphics in macOS and the solutions to problems that first-time graphic editors can run into.