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How to download old versions of macOS
Here's how to download old and obsolete versions of macOS and Mac OS X going all the way back to Mac OS X 10.7 Lion.How-To
How to make a PDF on Mac
Need to create a PDF on your Mac? Here's how to convert a file into a PDF on your Mac.Mac 911
Can you use an old Mac laptop without a battery?
Be sure you always have power and save constantly.How-To
You can finally run dual external displays on the M3 MacBook Pro and Air: Here's how
New feature introduced with the M3 MacBook Air; available on the M3 MacBook Pro with macOS Sonoma 14.6.Mac 911
How to automate cloning your drives on a Mac
If you're concerned about having up-to-the-moment snapshots, it's not hard to set up what you need.Mac 911
Should you keep your MacBook plugged in when you're using it?
Have no fears about battery safety and longevity by keeping your laptop charging while in use or above 80 percent.How-To
How to factory reset a MacBook or Mac: Reset a Mac to factory settings
Need to erase your MacBook? Want to wipe a Mac and reinstall macOS before selling? Here's how to erase a Mac – including the methods for new and old Macs.Mac 911
Should you shut down your Mac when away for long periods?
With modern Macs and batteries, it shouldn't matter, but be aware of backups.How-To
How to watch Apple's WWDC 2024 keynote live
Apple will discuss new versions of macOS, iOS, iPadOS and more at the WWDC 2024 keynote on June 10. Here's how to watch the Apple Event, plus what time it will start.Mac 911
'Show Sidebar' option turned off in the Finder? Here's how to bring it back to macOS
Apple links two settings together, which can prevent you from revealing the Finder window sidebar.Mac 911
How to avoid force ejecting mounted volumes in macOS
Sometimes, an external drive, disk image, or other mounted volume refuses to leave macOS of its own free will.Mac 911
How to recover deleted notes in the Notes app
There’s an easy way and a hard way to recover lost entries in the Notes app for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.Mac 911
How to fix your mail host refusing to send email from your address
A mail host may prevent you from sending messages it doesn’t think you have permission to send from.Mac 911
Is your Mac sluggish or running hot? Here's what to do
Sometimes quitting apps and restarting the Mac is the best course of action.Mac 911
Control a Mac remotely over a local network
If you have multiple Macs in your home or office on the same local area network, you can observe or control another Mac on that network.Updated
How to clear disk space on a Mac
Find out what's taking up space on your Mac and learn the best ways to free up disk space and increase the storage available on your Mac.How-To
How to check a Mac’s free hard drive space
Wondering if your Mac has enough storage space for that massive download? Wonder no more.How-To
Why is my Mac fan so loud? How to fix an overheating Mac
Here's how to fix a noisy MacBook fan, how to stop the fan kicking in, and how to cool down your Mac and stop it overheatingHow-To
How to use Mac Recovery Mode
Need to use macOS Recovery mode? We look at the key combinations you need to start a Mac in Recovery mode & what to do once there.How-To
How to find and delete duplicate files on Mac
Looking for a duplicate file finder for your Mac? Here's we'll explain how to find and delete duplicate files using the Finder and other options so you can save space and maybe even speed up your Mac.Mac 911
Apple Thunderbolt Display requires native Thunderbolt, not just USB-C
Apple’s favorite older display works with newer Macs only with a Thunderbolt port.How-To
How to edit a PDF on Mac
It's quick and easy to edit a PFD on a Mac. Here's how to add text, signatures and annotations to PDFs on your Mac – and it needn't cost a penny.How-To
How to back up a MacBook or Mac
You know you should back up your Mac, here are the five best Mac backup methods, make sure you do one before it's too late!Mac 911
How to find out what devices are logged into your iCloud account
Feeling paranoid, justifiably or not? See a list of all devices associated with your iCloud account.Mac 911
How to make noncontiguous selections in Pages, Numbers, and Keynote
Apple added a feature that’s decades old to its suite of "office" applications.Mac 911
How to remove a phone number from your Apple ID account without the phone
Apple has a few ways to let you disable a phone number that’s no longer available.How-To
How to get InDesign on a Mac
Looking to get InDesign on your Mac? Here's what to do, where to buy it, and how much you should expect to pay.How-To
How to clear RAM on a Mac: tips to free up memory
If your Mac's running slow its RAM (Unified Memory) might be maxed out. Here's how to free up memory and reduce RAM usage without restarting.Mac 911
Macs can't use as many displays as they have USB-C ports
Each model of Mac has peculiarities that require examining technical specs to figure out how many displays you can attach and of which kind.Mac 911
Can't authorize something with a Safari round-trip? Change your default browser temporarily
Some apps load Safari for web-based authentication round-trips.How-To
How to shut down a Mac
Need to power down your Mac but not sure what to do? Here's a few different methods to try.Mac 911
Connect an old Apple display to a new Mac to give it new life
Many people still have working Apple displays from years past. Hereu2019s a guide explaining how to connect an old Mac monitor to a new Mac.How-To
The best macOS feature you don't know you're using: Optimized Battery Charging
System setting helps your MacBook's battery last longer.Mac 911
What wattage USB-C charger can you use to charge a MacBook?
Universal compatibility means just that.How-To
Upload your photos to iCloud and make space on your Mac's hard drive
How to transfer photos from your Mac to iCloud storage the right way! Upload photos from your Mac to iCloud and save space on your Mac without losing your valuable photos!Mac 911
How to keep your Mac from logging you out while idle
Some people want this feature for security or to have apps restart.How-To
Should I shut down my Mac every night?
How often you should shut down your MacBook. We run through the pros and cons of shutting down your MacBook vs letting it sleep, and explain how to shut down a Mac and how to schedule it to shut down and start up again.How-To
How to right-click on a Mac
Wondering how do you right click on a Mac? Here's how to right click on a trackpad, Apple mouse, Magic Mouse, or any mouse.Mac 911
How to troubleshoot migrating from an older Mac to a new one
If “transfer to another Mac” doesn’t appear, you can work through several options.Mac 911
How to pan and zoom Continuity Camera in macOS
An obscure new feature gives you more camera framing control.Mac 911
Files or folders can't be deleted in a Time Machine backup using APFS
APFS volumes used for Time Machine have immutable backup snapshots.Mac 911
How to find a missing iPhone or iPad when it's nearly out of power
Find My can provide location information until a device’s battery is fully depleted.How-To
How to delete Mac files and folders using Terminal
The command line is not only powerful, it can also be dangerous. Learn how to use commands for deleting files and folders correctly to make sure your time with Terminal is a productivity godsend instead of a complete disaster.How-To
How to fix a MacBook that won’t charge
Here's what to do if your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air battery is dead and it won't change, or if the charger isn't working.Mac 911
How to block unwanted website notifications on your Mac
You could see scams, spam, and phishing without quite knowing why. A simple Safari setting solves it.Mac 911
How to check for an unwanted account connected to your Apple ID
If you suspect a stalker, a hacker, or something else, you can make a review.Mac 911
Why your Mac wants permission to attach a Thunderbolt or USB device
It has to do with improved security in macOS, plus a possible time delay.Mac 911
How protected is your Mac without FileVault enabled?
The account-protection system has less value with modern Macs, but itu2019s still worth considering.Mac 911
How to format a USB thumb drive for both Mac and Windows
The Mac/Windows-compatible ExFat format allows larger file sizes than the old FAT32.How-To