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How to install macOS on an external drive
Worried about installing macOS beta on your Mac? Don't want to run the latest macOS as your main system? Run it on an external drive.
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How to dual-boot a Mac: Run two versions of macOS together
Here's how to run macOS Sequoia alongside Sonoma, Sonoma with Ventura, or the latest macOS beta and full macOS on your Mac.
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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.
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How to get your Mac ready for macOS Sequoia
macOS Sequoia will be available on September 16, if you want to get the latest version of macOS start preparing your Mac for Sequoia now!
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What to do if you think your Mac has a virus
Here's what to do if you need to get rid of a Mac virus, check for and remove malware, and tips to avoid being infected.
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How to type euro symbol, pound sign, €, Æ, #, @, © & @ on a Mac
Want to type the euro sign, hashtag, Æ, or pound sign on Mac keyboard? Wondering where @ is at, or need to type math symbols and accents? We've got you covered.
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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.
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Can you use an old Mac laptop without a battery?
Be sure you always have power and save constantly.
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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.
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How to sell a Mac or MacBook
Want to sell your Mac? We explain the best place to sell it, how to find out much it's is worth, and how to get the best price.
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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.
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How to use Time Machine to back up a Mac
Don't risk losing everything on your Mac! It's easy to back up using Apple's Time Machine. Here's how
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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.
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How to protect your Mac from malware and theft
While virus outbreaks on Macs are very rare you could still be targeted. Here's what you should do to stay safe.
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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.
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How to clean install macOS on your Mac
Speed up your Mac and rid it of problems by reformatting it before doing a clean install of macOS Sonoma.
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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.
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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.
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'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.
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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.
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How to join Apple’s beta program and test the new software coming at WWDC
Beta testers can try out pre-release versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS & tvOS. Here's how Apple's beta program works.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 overheating
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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.
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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.
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How to reset the NVRAM, PRAM, and SMC on any Mac
If you're experiencing weird glitches with your Mac, doing a reset of your MacBook or desktop Mac could help. Here's how to reset the NVRAM, PRAM, and SMC on either an Intel or M-Series Mac.
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How to clear cache on a Mac
Find out how to delete different types of Mac cache and which you should leave alone in our guide to how to clear cache on MacBook or Mac.
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Apple Thunderbolt Display requires native Thunderbolt, not just USB-C
Apple’s favorite older display works with newer Macs only with a Thunderbolt port.
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How to copy and paste on a MacBook or Mac
Guide to cut & paste on Mac including how to paste without formatting, paste between devices, extended clipboard options, and how to see your Mac clipboard.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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How to make noncontiguous selections in Pages, Numbers, and Keynote
Apple added a feature that’s decades old to its suite of "office" applications.
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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.
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How to open a Mac app from an unidentified developer
Is your Mac stopping you from opening an app? Here's how to allow apps from unidentified developers on your Mac.
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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.
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How to sell or trade-in your old Mac and save on a new one
Your old Mac is worth more than you might think. Here's how to get the most out of it.
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How to speed up a slow Mac
Wondering why your Mac is running so slow? Here are 21 tips to make your Mac or MacBook run faster and improve its performance.
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How to find an external drive that’s not showing up on a Mac
Here's what to do if you can't see a USB drive on your Mac because it isn't mounting. Plus how to format it for use on Mac and PC.
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How to recover unsaved Word documents on a Mac
Helping you recover a lost Word documents on your Mac. Plus: How to find the AutoRecovery folder and how to see old versions.
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How to type the Pi (π) symbol on a Mac or iPhone
Learn how to use the coolest math symbol on your Apple device.
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How to type a hashtag (#) on Mac
Can't find the hashtag key on your Mac or MacBook keyboard? Here's how to type the # special character on a Mac.
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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.
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