How to use Apple TV as an external monitor for your Mac
You can use your existing Apple TV as a wireless, external monitor for your Mac. Here's how to take advantage of this Apple ecosystem feature.
Despite being an Apple OS, tvOS is an independent operating system, which means you get to download apps on your Apple TV and run them natively, without needing an iPhone. You can also install tvOS beta builds to try new Apple TV features before the public release.
How to add a web app to your Mac's Dock on macOS Sonoma
macOS Sonoma allows users to easily add web apps to their Macs' Docks for quicker access.
A web app is a decent alternative for when a native one is unavailable. For many years now, iOS users have been able to easily add web apps to their iPhones' Home Screens and Docks, which makes them more accessible. That's not to mention that users can also receive push notifications from them and take advantage of a cleaner user interface. Finally, Macs have now followed suit, as macOS Sonoma allows users to easily add web apps to their Docks and utilize the smoother UI. To do so, follow the steps we've detailed below.
What are Safari Profiles and how to use them on macOS Sonoma
With macOS Sonoma, you can have multiple Safari sessions, each with its own unique set of data, thanks to the new Profiles features.
With macOS Sonoma, Apple introduced some power user features to its latest Macs. So whether you have a Mac Studio (2023) or any other recent Apple computer, you'll be able to utilize the latest additions and tools. These include an all-new offering called Safari Profiles. But what are they and how to use them? Let's unpack!
How to lock Safari Private Windows on macOS Sonoma
Prying eyes can no longer dig into your incognito tabs!
macOS Sonoma is the latest update for Macs, including the 2023 MacBook Pro, offering them a decent set of new features. These include the ability to lock Safari Private Windows when you don't want others to check your incognito tabs. This way, you can leave your Mac unlocked or lend it to someone, without having to worry. After all, you wouldn't want them to find out that you secretly look up photos of cats in cute hats at the age of 47. To lock Safari Private Windows on your Mac, all you have to do is follow the simple steps we've listed below.
What is stealth mode and how to enable it on macOS
Stealth mode on macOS can make your Mac harder to detect on a certain network. Here's what you need to know and how to enable it on your computer.
Apple's latest Macs are some of the best products for students and workers alike. Not only do they pack plenty of productivity apps and tools that can help you unleash your creativity, but they also offer some advanced settings that help users personalize their machines. One of macOS's lesser-known perks is stealth mode, but what is it, and how do you use it?
How to change a song's metadata on macOS
You can easily change a song's artist/album name, art, and more by editing the metadata of the relevant audio file. Here's how to do it on macOS.
Apple's latest Macs, including the unrivaled MacBook Pro (2023), are some of the most powerful consumer computers on the market. That's why many creators prefer using macOS Ventura when working on relevant projects. After all, the operating system packs plenty of neat features by default, sparing many users the need to depend on third-party apps and solutions. One prominent example is the ability to change a song's artist name, album name, or featured artwork. All you have to do is edit the audio file's metadata by following the steps we've listed below.
How to change the default web browser on macOS
If you use non-Apple products, it may make sense to move away from Safari on your Mac.
Safari is one of the best web browsers for macOS Ventura users. Not only is it perfectly optimized for all new Macs, but it also offers a rich set of features to boost users' productivity. Though, many Mac users rely on Android phones and tablets, or even Windows PCs. In this case, it would make more sense to rely on a cross-platform web browser, rather than Safari. After all, keeping open tabs, browsing history, and saved preferences synced across all devices is important for many users.
If you recently bought a new Mac, such as the MacBook Pro (2023), then you may be looking to personalize it. By default, macOS Ventura could set a generic image, like a flower, as your primary Mac user photo. This appears on the macOS lock screen and when switching between different users on a single Mac. However, some people would rather not depend on the default photo for that. Fortunately, you can change the user photo on macOS, and we've detailed the necessary steps below.
How to create a VPN configuration on macOS
You don't have to install a dedicated macOS app for VPN access. Here's how to easily create a VPN configuration on your Apple Mac.
A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, is one of the essential tools you may need to access on your new Mac. For those unfamiliar, a reliable VPN can conceal some of your online activity and identity, such as your IP address, from the websites you visit. That's not to mention that you can rely on it to access some geo-restricted content, such as streaming services and certain banned online platforms. And while many people just install a VPN app to access the service, it's not the only method to do so. If you're low on storage or would rather not install a dedicated app, you can create a VPN configuration on macOS Ventura. All you have to do is follow the steps we've listed below.
How to switch from macOS beta to the stable version on a Mac
The beta channel can be buggy sometimes, and a stabler experience is only a few steps away.
If you have one of the new Macs, then you may have tried to install the macOS beta on it. And with the first macOS Sonoma betas now available for download, you might be well on your way to doing it for the first time. While beta operating systems can be rewarding for impatient enthusiasts, they typically pack plenty of bugs and glitches that can make your Apple computer unreliable.
Should I install the macOS beta version on my Mac?
Are new macOS features worth the potential instability?
Apple's new Macs include some of the best laptops available on the market. Not only their hardware tends to last for a long time, but they also receive software updates for many years. This gives these machines a fresh lifeline through the added features and changes that keep them fresh and exciting. Interestingly, users can get their hands on upcoming additions and tweaks early if they install the macOS beta. Though, expectedly, pre-release builds can be very buggy and unstable. After all, it takes Apple several months to optimize a major release and smoothen out its major glitches before making it available as a stable version for the public.
How to install macOS Sonoma beta on your Mac
You're just a few steps away from an upgraded Mac experience.
Apple's latest Macs offer a plethora of productivity features and tools that only boost people's creativity and workflows. And with every major, annual update, the company introduces even more offerings, allowing users to utilize their machines in new ways. What some users don't know, though, is that you can test these upcoming OS versions weeks or months prior to their public, stable release. All you have to do is install the latest build of macOS Sonoma beta on your compatible Mac by following the steps below.
What are Hot Corners and how to use them on macOS
Hot Corners can significantly simplify your workflows on macOS by assigning certain tasks or shortcuts to specific parts of your Mac's screen.
macOS Ventura is one of the most popular operating systems among creators. This OS comes preinstalled on all new Macs, including the MacBook Pro (2023). So as an Apple computer user, you get to utilize its rich sets of productivity features, which include Hot Corners. So what are Hot Corners all about?
How to accelerate the Dock animation speed using Terminal on macOS
By default, the Dock on macOS has relatively slow hide/show animations. Here's how to accelerate its speed using Terminal on your Mac.
If you recently invested in a new Mac, you may have noticed that you can change the size and position of the Dock on macOS. One Dock customization includes the ability to automatically hide and show the Dock based on your cursor's location. This allows you to get rid of the Dock when you don't need it and take advantage of the added screen real estate.
How to change the default search engine on Safari for macOS
You don't have to settle for Google Search!
By default, many people and browsers rely on Google Search. While Google's search engine is arguably the best out there in terms of result accuracy, it collects plenty of user data. Consequently, some users would rather not depend on it when searching for things on Safari. Fortunately, you can change the default search engine in Safari on macOS Ventura. Whether you have a MacBook Pro (2023) or any other Mac model, all you have to do is follow the detailed steps we've listed below and start moving away from Google.
How to use the Weather app on macOS
macOS Ventura finally has a native Weather app. Here's how to use this handy, built-in application on your Apple computer.
macOS Ventura has finally brought the highly-requested Weather app to new Macs, including the MacBook Pro (2023). Prior to this OS release, users could only utilize a Weather widget as a native solution. When clicking it, they would then be directed to a website showing the weather forecast based on their location instead of launching a dedicated app. Following years of research and hard work, Apple now offers this handy application to its Mac users. If you're not sure how to use the Weather app on macOS, we've listed the steps you need to follow below.
How to use the Stickies app on macOS
Stickies is a macOS app that can help you keep track of certain things. Here's how to use this handy productivity application on your Apple Mac.
Apple's latest Macs, such as the MacBook Pro (2023), are many creators' go-to computers. After all, macOS Ventura offers plenty of productivity features and apps that simplify these people's tasks and workflows. One prominent example is the Mac's built-in Stickies app. Despite this application being relatively simple, it can help users keep track of important ideas. To help you get started with Stickies, we're here to give you an overview of what you can do with this macOS app.
How to use the Digital Color Meter app on macOS
The Digital Color Meter app is one of the handy tools available on macOS by default. Here's how to use this application on your Apple Mac.
Apple's latest Macs, especially the MacBook Pro (2023), are excellent computers for creators and designers. If you belong to this category of people, then one of the essential applications you may be interested in is Digital Color Meter. For those unfamiliar, this handy app is included with macOS Ventura, and it allows users to scan any on-screen element to detect its exact color. To help you get the hang of it, we've explained below how to use the Digital Color Meter app on macOS.
How to disable the boot sound on macOS
The boot sound on macOS can be disturbing, especially if you live or tend to work with other people. Here's how to turn on your Mac quietly.
When you open the lid of your MacBook Pro (2023) for the very first time, macOS plays a boot sound. This behavior also occurs across all recent Mac models — and frankly on a lot of other non-Apple devices, too. While the boot sound may not disturb some people, it can be annoying when you frequently shut down and turn on your Apple computer. That's especially true if you tend to turn on your Mac during late hours when your family or flatmates are asleep. Fortunately, you can disable the boot sound on macOS Ventura by following the steps below.
How to stop desktop files from syncing to iCloud on macOS
Desktop files on your Mac can occupy a large chunk of your iCloud storage quota. This how you can stop these files from syncing to iCloud on macOS.
If you recently bought a new Mac, such as the MacBook Pro (2023), and noticed that you're running out of iCloud storage, then there's something you might want to look into. macOS Ventura can sync your desktop and documents files to iCloud automatically. While this feature keeps your important data stored in the cloud, it can be unnecessary for some users. After all, we sometimes create large files on our computers, and local backups on a hard drive could make more sense. If these files are eating up your iCloud quota, you can disable this automated syncing by following the steps below.