We all aim for the same thing when we inherit or buy a new or newly formatted Mac: to start using it without making a rookie’s mistake and to prolong its peak performance for as long as possible. Here we leave you a list with the best tips and hidden features for your new Mac.
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The best tips and hidden features to unlock your new Mac
Basic macOS options to look at before the rest
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As soon as you start, something useful is to activate the right click mouse for easy access to system context menus. Do you have a trackpad? Then just click with two fingers at the same time to access it.
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Surely the automatic correction is something that will annoy you at times when you start up with the Mac. You can therefore deactivate the autocorrector to be able to write more comfortably.
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Pay attention to activation cloud synchronization of “Documents” and “Office” folders in iCloud Drive: they can take up all of your cloud space in minutes. Check it in the “System Preferences”, “Apple ID” section.
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For uninstall an application you can eliminate it directly or use more advanced programs with additional benefits. Here are the differences between the two methods.
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If you need format a disk On Mac, we show you the existing formats that you can use.
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Remember: Adobe Flash is now obsolete. The best thing to do if you’ve installed it by mistake is to remove it.
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Many applications want to start automatically when you start your Mac. Disable automatic startup so that your computer does not slow down when you turn it on.
Personalization tips for Mac
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if you don’t like them the resolutions that macOS offers you by default, you can always force the system to give you more optional resolutions.
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You can tint macOS windows any color you prefer. Here’s how and other quick tips for macOS Big Sur and Monterey.
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If you are one of those people who spends entire afternoons customizing the system, here you have over 1000 free icons for it.
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The memojis They’re not just for iPhones with Face ID: here are the steps to create a Memoji from your new Mac.
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FaceTime calls between groups can be giddy if everyone is talking at the same time. We explain how to set a size for all video call participants.
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Remember that with macOS Monterey and Big Sur, you can pin iMessage conversations to the top of the sidebar.
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Don’t you like that Safari closes the window when you close its tabs? Here is a trick to prevent the Safari window from closing.
Get the most out of your Mac keyboard with shortcuts and shortcuts
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You can use Projector as a calculator, unit converter of all kinds or even as a currency converter. Check this by entering the transaction or amount yourself in a unit of measure in the search engine.
- Close an application window this can be done by pressing CMD + W. But if you want to quit this app completely, you have to press CMD + Q.
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Want to empty the trash immediately, without even being asked for confirmation? Press CMD + ALT + SHIFT + delete.
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Chrome can be annoying when it asks you to hold down CMD + Q for a few seconds to close the browser. Here is a guide to turn off this option and close Chrome right away.
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A recommendation: disable the option to reopen all windows when you are going to restart your Mac. This will ensure that the boot is clean.
Be a productivity ace on macOS
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For import documents or photos from iPhone or iPad no need to go into the complications: you have the option in the secondary menu of the office.
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Print a document only for sign it and resubmit it digitally it is from the last decade. So you can sign a document without using paper.
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If you need the maximum performance from your portable Mac, you can use this trick to turn off the optimized battery charge.
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If you trust Apple more than any third-party developer, you can turn the Reminders app into a basic GTD manager.
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If you use Mail, remember that you can send messages from senders you block directly to the trash.
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Safari bookmarks and bookmarks are two different things. Learn to tell them apart.
In the Applesphere
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Other secret macOS features and tips
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If you have series and movies waiting to be watched on your Mac, you can create a playlist from the TV app.
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On Macs with an M1, M1 Pro, or M1 Max chip, it’s worth checking whether the apps you download are already ready to work with the new architecture.
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In the Apple menu, you will find the option “About this Mac”. From here you can check computer storage and eliminate what you don’t need.
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Downloading YouTube videos to your Mac is easy, plus there are often ad-riddled web pages.
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Safari is a much more flexible browser than you might think. A good proof are all its extensions.
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Ditto for Photos: Didn’t you know that you can remove the background from an image without depending on other programs? Ultimately, you might not need a more professional editor for what you’re looking for.
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