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macOS Quick Tips

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Work more efficiently with macOS, the powerful operating system from Apple. Get bite-sized tips for customizing the interface, managing files, and working with applications.

Syllabus

Introduction
  • Quick tips for working more effectively in macOS
1. General Interface Tips
  • Configure the dock
  • Add applications and the home folder to the dock
  • Take a quick picture of your screen
  • Record video of your screen
  • Use Dark Mode
  • Use edge snap to align windows
  • Resize windows with more control
  • Enlarge part of the screen
  • Increase contrast or modify colors onscreen
  • Change the mouse cursor size and speed
  • Remove items from the menu bar
  • Use Do Not Disturb to disable notifications
  • Print to PDF
  • Access alternate menu items with the Option key
  • Switch user accounts without signing out
  • Sign in with a guest account
  • Use the help menu to find commands
  • Set hot corners to quickly trigger specific actions
  • Set a Mac to start without a password
2. File Management Tips
  • Check the size of files or folders
  • Show or hide file extensions
  • Tag files for better searchability
  • Add markup to pictures and PDF files
  • Zip and unzip files
  • Show or hide storage drives on the desktop or Finder
3. Managing Applications
  • Set default applications
  • Set which apps launch at startup
  • Set whether apps reopen after restart
  • Disable notifications for specific applications
  • Use Spotlight to launch an application

Taught by

Nick Brazzi

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