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How to Combine Scanned Documents into PDF on macOS

If you have to combine scanned documents on macOS, you can do so without additional software. This post shows you how to do it!

How to Customize Sound Settings on Your Mac

Here you’ll discover how to customize the sound settings on your Mac as well as how to access these features in the first place.

How to Play Animated GIFs on Your Mac

The Preview app in Mac does not allow you to view animated GIFs. Here are a few ways to play animated GIFs on your Mac.

4 Ways to Create a New Blank Text File in Any Folder on Your Mac

Text files are frequently used on a Mac. This post will show you how to create a new blank text file in a few different ways!

How to Use macOS Hot Corners

Hot Corners is a well-hidden secret in macOS. Learn how you can start using Mac Hot Corners to improve your productivity.

5 Best Photo Editors for Mac You Can Use for Free

Do you need to do a simple edit to your photos on Mac? Here are some of the best photo editors for macOS you can use for simple edits.

How to Keep Your Application Window “Always on Top” in Mac

macOS doesn’t come with a “always on top” solution for its app windows. Here are ways you can still keep your apps “Always on Top” in Mac.

How to Create Desktop Shortcuts on macOS

Creating a desktop shortcut on macOS is easy, but the option to do so is not obvious. Here are the steps to create desktop shortcuts in macOS.

5 Ways to Reveal a File Path on Mac

Getting a full path of a file is something you may need from time to time. This post will show you how to reveal a file path on Mac!

5 Things to Do Before and After Reformatting Your Mac

It’s good to know Apple has your back if you need to restore your system. Here we show you a few tips to follow before reformatting your Mac!

How to Zoom In (and Out) on Mac

Ever have to see something close up on your display? This post shows you some simple ways to zoom in and out on your Mac!

How to Use the macOS Terminal: A Beginners’ Guide

It may seem scary, but the macOS Terminal is your key to greater experience on Mac. This post shows you how to use the macOS Terminal!

How to Customize Your Mac’s Terminal for Better Productivity

If you spend any time in the Terminal, you can customize it. Here are some ways to customize the Mac Terminal for better productivity

How to Update Your Mac Using Terminal

Using Terminal to update your Mac can save time and be easier for many – especially since the Mac App Store is known to lag on older devices.

How to Add a New User Account on Mac

Your Mac might have multiple users, especially in a family household. This post will show you how to add a new user account to your Mac!

How to Password Protect Folders on Mac

Folders can’t be directly encrypted, but you can put them in password-protected containers. Learn how to password protect folders on Mac!

Mouse Not Working in macOS? Use these Fixes

If you are using a wireless mouse and it is not working in macOS, here are some methods you can use to fix the mouse not working issue in macOS.

How to Run a Python Script on Mac

Python is a great programming language that is easy to learn and use. Here we show you how to run a Python script on macOS.

How to Block Tracking Pixels in Apple Mail

Most of the emails you receive contain a tracking pixel. Learn how you can block tracking pixels in Apple Mail and preserve your privacy.

How to Extract a Page from a PDF Document on Your Mac

It is easy to extract a page from a PDF document in macOS. All you need is the Preview app. No third-party software is required.

How to View Passwords Saved in iCloud Keychain on macOS, iPadOS, and iOS

We will show you how to reveal and view passwords saved in iCloud Keychain on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS in just a few simple steps.

Best Mac Tips for Working from Home

Outfitting your Mac with the right tools can be the best way to work efficiently. Here’s a look at the best tips for Mac owners working from home.

How to Remove a Password From a PDF File on Your Mac

There are times you need to remove the password protection from your PDF files. Here’s how you can do so in macOS.

5 of the Best Video Editors for Mac

Are you looking to edit videos on your Mac? Check out this list of the best video editors for Mac, highlighting the best free and paid options.

How to Fix Sound Not Working on a Mac

Sound and audio playback issues on Macs are fairly common. Here are a few quick fixes for times when the sound is not working on a Mac.

How to Set Up a Generic USB Keyboard with Your MacBook

The MacBook keyboard is great but not ideal for every situation. Learn how you can set up a generic USB keyboard with your MacBook.

How to Bookmark a Folder in Finder on Mac

There are three ways to bookmark any folder in Finder on your Mac and make it accessible. Here’s how to achieve just that.

How to Take Screenshots With Mouse Cursor on Mac

If you want your mouse cursor to be included in your images, here’s how to take screenshots with the mouse cursor included on macOS.

How to Connect an External Monitor to Your Mac

You can never have enough screen real estate. As such, this post will look at how to connect an external monitor to your Mac!

5 of the Best Apple Mail Alternatives for Mac

We show you how to upgrade your productivity and get more from you email. These are the best Apple Mail alternatives for Mac in 2021!

How to Fix “Cannot Verify Server Identity” Errors for Apple Devices

Accessing your emails can sometimes throw up an issue. Learn how to solve the “Cannot Verify Server Identity” error on your Apple device!

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How to Run an M1 Mac App as an Intel App

Some of the M1 Mac apps may be missing a feature you need. Here is how you can run an M1 Mac app as an Intel app and get the features you need.

How to Stop Programs from Opening on Startup on Mac

It can be frustrating to use a slow Mac with many active applications. Here are a few ways to stop applications from opening on startup on Mac.

How Much Storage Do You Need on Mac?

When you buy a new Mac, one of the questions is how much storage do you really need? Here are some of the factors you should be considering.

How to Open Any Folder from the Mac Terminal

The command line is powerful, and anything the GUI can do, so can the Terminal. Learn how to open any folder from the Mac Terminal!

How to Schedule Dark Mode to Run Automatically at Sunset in macOS

Are you guilty of working on your MacBook or playing on your iPhone late into the night? You may want to schedule Dark Mode to activate automatically at sunset.

How to Use Your Mac More Efficiently

Taking less time to do mundane tasks gives you more time for the important stuff. This post will look at how to use your Mac more efficiently!

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The Best Photoshop Alternatives for Mac

While Photoshop is popular, it’s no longer the undisputed king of photo editing. Here are some of the best Photoshop alternatives for Mac you should check out.

How to Create Custom Keyboard Shortcuts on macOS

Being more productive on your Mac benefits you in a number of ways. This post will show you how to create custom keyboard shortcuts in macOS!

3 Reasons Your MacBook Has a Faulty Trackpad

A MacBook trackpad that doesn’t work might not be for the reason you think. This post will look at some reasons why your trackpad is faulty!

How to Speed Up Your Mac

A slow Mac doesn’t mean you need to run out and buy a new one. There are multiple ways you can speed up your Mac, as we have covered here.

5 Great Free Productivity Apps in the Mac App Store

Keeping yourself focused while using your Mac doesn’t have to cost money. This post will look at free productivity apps for your Mac!

5 of the Best RSS Reader Apps for macOS

After the closure of Google Reader, there are plenty of desktop RSS reader apps to take its place. Here are some of the best RSS reader apps for macOS.

HoudahSpot 6 Review: A Mac Search Tool Like None Other

This review takes a look at HoudahSpot 6, a powerful, versatile, and highly custoomizable Mac search tool. It’s a search tool like none other.

How to Repair Disk Permissions on Mac

We are going to show you how to repair disk permissions on your Mac as well as teach what kinds of problems this macOS action resolves.

How to Turn On Dark Mode on Your Mac

macOS has come with a dark mode since Mojave. You can set it system wide. Here are a few methods to turn on Dark Mode on your Mac.

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Practical Tips to Navigate Your Mac without the Trackpad

Apple arguably has the best trackpad, although it’s not perfect. This post looks at how to navigate your Mac without the Trackpad!

How to Calibrate Your Mac’s Display for Better Brightness and Color Accuracy

For some tasks, the color and brightness accuracy of your monitor is important. This post will discuss how to calibrate your Mac’s display!

How to Set Up Apple Pay on Your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch & Mac

In this guide, you’ll find step-by-step instructions on how to set up Apple Pay on all devices, such as iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch and Mac!

Which Mac Mini Models Allow for RAM and HDD Upgrades?

Mac Minis can be easily upgraded in their RAM and hard drive capacity. Here are the various models that can be upgraded with RAM and HDD.