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How to install App Store apps on an external SSD

Apple's macOS Sequoia now lets you install apps on external SSD drives instead of taking up space on your internal one — but it doesn't tell you this, so here's how to do it.

William Gallagher | 2 months ago

What's changed in runtime protection for macOS Sequoia

In previous versions of macOS Gatekeeper, Control-click could be used as a launch override for running downloaded apps. Apple has now changed that.

Chip Loder | 2 months ago

How to banish annoyances in Safari with Distraction Control on Mac

Constant distractions on your Mac can derail productivity, but Apple's Distraction Control tool provide an easy way to stay focused and in control. Here's where to find it.

Andrew Orr | 2 months ago

How to use the new text effects in Messages on iPhone with iOS 18

Apple's iOS 18 software update brought plenty of new features, including to the Messages app. The addition of cool new text effects gives iPhone owners new ways to communicate and they're surprisingly easy to use.

Oliver Haslam | 2 months ago

How to run apps outside system security policies in macOS Sequoia

Security policies are provided in macOS to restrict which apps can run outside of the usual protective system policies. Here's how macOS Sequoia can override system policies in some cases.

Chip Loder | 2 months ago

How to use macOS's Finder Eject When Finished feature

A handy new feature of macOS Sequoia allows a mounted volume to self-eject once a process copying files from it ends. Here's how to use it.

Chip Loder | 2 months ago

How to use the Finder Erase Disk command in macOS Sequoia

The original Mac let you erase disks right on the Desktop, with the feature returning thanks to macOS Sequoia. Here's how to use it.

Chip Loder | 3 months ago

How to create new Apple Notes quickly on iPad with Apple Pencil

If you've ever wanted to create a new note in the Apple Notes app almost instantly, your iPad can do that — with the help of an Apple Pencil. Here's how.

Charles Martin | 3 months ago

How to toggle removable and full disk access for apps in macOS Sequoia

Apple provides security features in macOS to give apps access to files on your local storage and removable drives. Here's how to configure them.

Chip Loder | 3 months ago

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How to use the new Attachments Browser in Notes for macOS

Apple has added a few new features to the macOS Notes app for adding elements to text. Here's how to use the Notes Attachments Browser.

Chip Loder | 3 months ago

How to use Mission Control on Mac to enhance your productivity

Juggling multiple apps and windows can feel chaotic, but macOS Mission Control brings order to the madness, giving you a clear, organized view of all your open apps, desktops, and full-screen windows.

Andrew Orr | 3 months ago

How to use the Show Library Folder option in macOS Sequoia's Finder

Apple has added a new option to Finder's Show View Options window, titled Show Library Folder items. Here's how to find it in macOS Sequoia.

Chip Loder | 3 months ago

How macOS protects your data from malware

Malware is bad software you don't want to encounter, as it can harm your Mac or cause data loss. Here's how to protect against it.

Chip Loder | 3 months ago

How to use inline text prediction and other autocorrect functions in Pages

Pages users may have recently noticed the app trying to predicting what you're trying to say. Equally so, you might find yourself wondering how to get this feature working in your Pages app.

Bon Adamson | 3 months ago

How to use your iPhone's satellite features in an emergency

Apple included a number of satellite-based features in its latest iPhone models to help users keep contact in an emergency. Here's what they are, and how to use them if you have no signal.

Malcolm Owen | 3 months ago

How to make an external bootable drive in macOS Sequoia

Apple makes it harder to make an external boot drive for your Mac than it has in the past, but sometimes you still need to do it. Here's how to do it in macOS Sequoia.

William Gallagher | 3 months ago

How to hide all but your open apps in macOS Dock

The macOS Dock displays apps you add to it or that you run. Here's how to make it display only apps that are currently running on your Mac.

Chip Loder | 3 months ago

What SOS on an iPhone means, and how it impacts what you can do

An iPhone showing "SOS" isn't a cry for help, but it does mean you're having connection issues. This is what the three letters really mean.

Malcolm Owen | 3 months ago

How to use AWS CodeBuild to make macOS apps

CodeBuild is an Amazon Web Service tool for automating the building of software. Now you can use it to build macOS and iOS apps.

Chip Loder | 3 months ago

iPhone 16 Camera Control button — the ultimate guide

The Camera Control button, or what we presumed was going to be called the Capture Button, is a new physical control on the side of the entire iPhone 16 lineup. Here's everything you need to know, and how to get the most out of it.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 months ago

How to turn the Action Button into a multi-function automation launcher

The Action Button on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 provides one-click access to features, but strangely it can only perform one action. With a quick workaround in the Shortcuts apps, it's possible to use the Action Button to trigger up to eight applications or automations.

David Schloss | 3 months ago

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