Mac OS X
How to play and view AVI videos on a Mac
If you're a Mac user, you can play and view AVI videos using QuickTime for Mac, which is built into the operating system (located in the Applications folder).
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Mac OS X
Comparing the 2017 and 2016 Macbooks: The 'qualitative' changes
Although the screens and chassis on the 2017 and 2016 Macbook models are the same, Apple upgraded the memory on the 2017 Macbook, doubling the storage capacity, and introduced the 7th generation Intel processor (Kaby…
Mac OS X
How to Create and Manage Rules in Apple Mail on a Mac
Automate Apple Mail on macOS with rules that match senders or subjects, move or color messages, run on existing mail, and avoid order or over-filtering mistakes.
Mac OS X
How to Reset Network Settings on a Mac Safely
Fix Mac Wi-Fi problems by forgetting and rejoining a network, renewing DHCP, creating a fresh network location, and checking common connection issues.
Mac OS Data - File
How to Create and Extract ZIP Files on a Mac
Create ZIP archives with Finder or Terminal, extract their contents, add a password when needed, and avoid common filename and security mistakes.
Mac OS Data - File
How to Format an SD Card on a Mac Safely
Format an SD, SDHC, SDXC, or SDUC card with the official SD Memory Card Formatter for Mac, with clear backup and card-selection checks.
Mac OS Data - File
How to Turn Off iCloud Desktop and Documents Sync on a Mac
Stop syncing the Mac Desktop and Documents folders with iCloud Drive, then copy the existing files back to local folders without losing data.
Mac OS System software
Fix 'zsh: command not found: code' on macOS
Add Visual Studio Code's code command to the macOS PATH, verify the installation, and fix stale Terminal sessions or conflicting aliases.
Mac OS Office application
How to Summarize Text on a Mac
Summarize selected text with Apple Intelligence Writing Tools or the legacy macOS Summarize service, and choose the right method for your Mac.
Mac OS Office application
How to Use Tyke as a Menu Bar Scratchpad on Mac
Use Tyke for temporary plain-text notes from the Mac menu bar, understand what it does not save, and protect anything you need to keep.
Mac OS Office application
How to Turn On Focus Mode in Microsoft Word
Use Word's Focus Mode on Windows or Mac, reveal hidden controls, change the Focus background on Mac, and return to the normal editing view.
Mac OS Security
EvilQuest Malware on Mac: Prevention and Recovery
Understand how EvilQuest, also called ThiefQuest, spread through trojanized Mac installers and what to do if a Mac may be infected.
Mac hardware
2020 MacBook Pro vs. MacBook Air vs. iPad Pro
Compare the 2020 Intel MacBook Air and 13-inch MacBook Pro with the A12Z iPad Pro, including design, benchmark results, software limits, and used-buying considerations.
Mac hardware
How to Control a Mac with Head and Face Gestures
Set up macOS Head Pointer and Alternate Pointer Actions to move the cursor with your head and trigger clicks with facial expressions, keys, or switches.
Mac OS Office application
How to Convert a Keynote Presentation to PowerPoint
Export a Keynote presentation as a PowerPoint PPTX file on Mac, iPhone, iPad, or iCloud.com, then check fonts, media, transitions, and slide layout.
Mac OS Office application
How to Add a Signature to a PDF on Mac
Create a reusable signature in macOS Preview with a trackpad, camera, iPhone, or iPad, then place, resize, save, and securely manage it in a PDF.
Mac OS Security
What to Do If You Forgot Your Mac Login Password
Reset a forgotten Mac login password through the login window, another administrator, macOS Recovery, an Apple Account, or a FileVault recovery key.
Mac OS Security
5 Signs Your Mac May Have Malware—and What to Do
Recognize suspicious ads, redirects, resource use, encrypted files, and security alerts on a Mac, then investigate and respond without trusting fake warnings.
Mac OS Security
How to Change or Reset Your Mac Login Password
Change a known Mac login password, reset another user's account as an administrator, or choose the correct recovery path when the current password is forgotten.
Mac OS Security
How to Change Your Computer Password on Windows, Mac, or Linux
Change a known login password in Windows 11 or 10, macOS, and Linux, understand PIN and account differences, and handle legacy Windows systems safely.