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How to Use Optimised Storage on Your Mac

Optimized sStorage for Mac can help you free up storage space and store your files in the cloud. Here is how to make use of Optimized Storage on your Mac

How to Copy and Paste Files and Text on Mac

Trying to figure out how to move text from one doc to the other or across devices? Find out how to copy and paste on Mac and your other Apple devices.

How to Connect Airpods to a Mac

AirPods are one of the hottest tech products. If you own a set of AirPods, here is how to connect it to your Mac, using the native method or third-party app.

How to Use “Approve with Apple Watch” on macOS Catalina

Learn how to use “Approve with Apple Watch,” a new feature in macOS Catalina that allows the use of Apple Watch to perform authentication actions.

How to Make Mac Launchpad More Useful

Mac Launchpad can be powerful if you’re properly familiar with its capabilities. Here are some of the best tips for making the most of Launchpad on Mac.

How to Use Screen Time in macOS Catalina

After being introduced in iOS, Apple now also include Screen Time in macOS Catalina. This has also replaced Parental Controls. Learn how to set up Screen Time on your Mac.

How to Create Reminders Subtasks in iOS and macOS

iOS 13 and macOS Catalina added the ability to add subtasks in the Reminders app. Here is how you can create Reminders subtasks in iOS and macOS.

How to Add Video to iOS Devices in macOS Catalina

The TV app in macOS Catalina now handles all video content. Here is the new way to add videos to your iOS devices with the TV app and Finder.

How To Download a Previous Version of macOS

If you don’t like how macOS Catalina is messing up your Mac, here is how you can download the previous version of macOS and install it on your Mac.

How to Sync Your iOS Device with macOS Catalina

Apple removed iTunes from macOS Catalina. If you need to sync your iOS device, here is how to sync an iOS device with macOS Catalina without iTunes.

How to Adjust Screen Brightness from Terminal in macOS

If you’re a Terminal user, you can adjust the screen brightness of your Mac directly from the Terminal. Here are the commands to do so.

How to Wirelessly Stream Your Mac to a TV

For Mac users who wish to connect to a larger screen, it’s not as straightforward as it should be. Learn how you can wirelessly stream your Mac to a TV.

How to Show On-Screen Key Presses on macOS

On-screen visual cues can be very helpful at times. On macOS, if you want to show your keyboard presses on-screen, this is how to do it.

How to Learn and Try macOS Before You Get a Mac

If you are thinking of switching to a Mac, but aren’t sure if it is right for you, here are some resources for you to learn macOS first before getting a Mac.

Various macOS Startup Modes Explained

When troubleshooting your Mac, there are several startup modes that you can access. Here are the various macOS startup modes and their shortcut keys.

How to Fix a Keyboard Not Working on Mac

If the keyboard stops working on your Mac, any number of issues could be at fault. Here are some ways to fix a keyboard not working on Mac.

How to Remove Background Noise from Audio on macOS

If there’s a distracting noise in your audio, you’ll drive away listeners in droves. Learn how to remove background noise from audio on macOS.

How to Fix an External Hard Drive Not Showing Up on Mac

If you are using an external hard drive on your Mac, and it doesn’t always show up, here are some ways you can use to fix this issue.

Use M3 Bitlocker Loader for Mac to Open Bitlocker-Encrypted Drives

While BitLocker is an encryption feature to help keep your files safe, M3 BitLocker Loader for Mac allows you to use those files on systems that don’t support BitLocker.

New Firefox Update to Reduce Power Usage Up to Three Times on macOS

If you use Safari or Chrome, you may want to switch to Firefox, as an upcoming update will reduce power consumption for macOS users up to three times.

Handle Your Hard Drives Easily in Mac With iBoySoft Drive Manager

Sometimes you need to work with a certain type of drive. If your operating system doesn’t support that drive, an app like iBoySoft Drive Manager will help.

How to Turn Off Siri on Your iPhone, iPad and Mac

While Siri is very powerful, it might not work that great for some people. Here we show you how to disable Siri on your iOS device and Mac.

How to Remap the Fn Keys on macOS

You might not be using any of the Fn keys on macOS and it is best to remap them to more useful keyboard shortcuts. Here’s how you can remap Fn keys on macOS.

8 of the Best Alfred Workflows to Be More Productive on Mac

Alfred for Mac is Spotlight on steroids. Here are some of the best Alfred workflows that will make you even more productive on Mac.

FoneDog PowerMyMac Is a Digital Multi-Tool for Your Mac

To keep your Mac running in tip-top shape, you should give it a good thorough cleaning every now and then. FoneDog PowerMyMac is a useful tool for this.

How to Add Options to macOS’s Services Menu

Most macOS users are not aware of the Services menu and how useful it is. Here we show you how to add options to macOS Services menu.

How to Play Blu-Ray Discs on macOS

Your macOS can’t play Blu-ray by default. Fortunately, there are excellent, open-source options available. We will show you how to play Blu-ray discs on macOS.

How to Watermark PDF Pages Using Quick Actions in macOS

The option to watermark PDF files is not present by default in Quick Actions. Learn how you can create your own Quick Actions to add a watermark to a PDF file.

How to Record System Audio While Recording Your Screen on Quicktime

When doing a recoring in Quicktime in Mac, it can only accept audio input from the built-in mic. Learn how you can record system audio in Quicktime with this hack.

How To Set a Do Not Disturb Keyboard Shortcut on Your Mac

Need a way to quickly toggle Do Not Disturb mode on your Mac? Follow the method here to create your own keyboard shortcut for Do Not Disturb mode.

How to Share Your Mac’s Screen Using Messages

The Messages app in macOS comes with an additional feature that allows users to share their screen with others. Learn how to do this with your Mac’s Messages app.

How to Download and Install Microsoft Edge Preview on macOS

Microsoft has released their new Microsoft Edge for macOS. Here is how you can try the Canary or Developer build of the Edge browser on Mac.

Using mySIMBL for Deep macOS Customization

mySIMBL is a utility for installing application bundles on macOS. These packages provide opportunities for customization that are otherwise inaccessible.

7 of the Best Code Editor Apps for Your Mac

No matter what category of programmers you belong to, you will need a tool to write down your code.

How to Create a macOS Bootable Installer

To reformat your Mac, you’ll need to create a bootable USB installer. Follow the steps here to easily create a macOS bootable installer.

macOS Catalina: Everything You Need To Know

macOS Catalina brings with it some major changes and updates. Here are some of the things you can expect to find in macOS Catalina.

How to Invert the Display Colors on Your Mac

macOS has a feature to invert the display colors on your Mac. Using this can help you to view text that otherwise might place strain on your eyes.

How to Remote Access your Mac from an External Computer

There are times when you want to access your Mac remotely, and there are many different ways to remote access your Mac. Here are some of the easier ways.

How to Use Do Not Disturb on Your Mac

Apple added the “Do Not Disturb” feature to macOS, allowing you to do your work without any disturbance. Learn how you can enable Do Not Disturb in macOS.

How to Locate and Delete Duplicate Files on macOS

While deleting a file is easy, locating a duplicate file is not. Learn how you can locate and delete duplicate files in macOS.

Best Microsoft Office Alternatives for macOS

If you just got a Mac but are questioning whether to buy Office all over again, there are several Microsoft Office alternatives for Mac you can choose from.

How to Enable Software Auto Updates for macOS

Enabling auto updates allows your device to update all the software installed automatically in the background. Learn how to enable auto update for macOS.

4 Best Tools to Check Disk Space on Your Mac

Running out of space on your Mac isn’t fun. Figuring out what is taking up the most space is easy. Make use of these tools to check disk space in Mac.

How to Add a Relationship to a Contact on Your Mac

If you frequently use Siri on your Mac to call or message contacts, you can easily add a relationship to any contact on your Mac for quick and easy access.

How to Fix Mac Error Code 43

If you are working with a file in macOS, there are times when you will get the error code 43 message. Here is how you can fix Mac’s error code 43 issue.

How to Set a Firmware Password on Your Mac

You can set a firmware password on your Mac to prevent others from booting into it via an external disk. Here is how to do so.

How to Use Continuity Camera on macOS to Insert Photos from iPhone

While working on a Mac, you can make use of the Continuity Camera feature to take a photo using your iPhone’s camera and directly import it to your Mac.

How to Use “Hey Siri” on Older Macs

Apple has not made the “Hey Siri” activation function available on older Macs. Fortunately, there’s a workaround to access the “Hey Siri” command on older Macs.

How to Enable Stacks on macOS for a Cleaner Desktop

Apple introduced Stacks in macOS Mojave to help people better organize their desktop. Here is how to enable Stacks and try it for yourself.

How to Automatically Turn Off Mac’s Keyboard Backlight After Inactivity

You can get your Mac to save power by automatically turning off the keyboard’s backlight after a specific time of inactivity. Here is how you can do so.