How to back up your Photos library in macOS Sequoia

Your Photos library might sync with iCloud, but in macOS Sequoia, making a manual backup is still a smart way to guard against deletion or corruption. Here's how to keep your memories safe.

Andrew Orr 1 month ago 6

How to record audio and create transcripts in Notes in iOS 18

The Notes app in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 makes it easy to add an audio recording to a note, and create a written transcription of it if desired. Here's how to do it.

Charles Martin 1 month ago 7

Which hidden files you can safely delete from your Mac

Some files in macOS may not be necessary and can be safely removed from your Mac. Here's how to delete them.

Chip Loder 1 month ago 3

How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi problems on iPhone & iPad

Before you call your internet provider in a panic, here's how to fix your iPhone or iPad's Wi-Fi in just a few steps.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 0

How to add, remove, and configure Mail accounts in iPadOS 18

Apple moved Mail settings to a new location in iPadOS 18. Here's how to add, remove, and configure accounts in Mail.

Chip Loder 2 months ago 1

How to stop iPhone calls and FaceTime alerts from appearing on your iPad

Notifications for iPhone calls and FaceTime can appear on your iPad, and can be quite intrusive. Here's how to turn them off so they don't appear in iPadOS.

Chip Loder 2 months ago 4

How to use the new iOS 18 iPhone Control Center

The iPhone Control Center is a feature that hadn't changed all that much in recent years, but iOS 18 brings with it some big improvements. Here's how to get the most out of it.

Oliver Haslam 2 months ago 3

How to turn your living room into a wellness retreat with HomeKit

Wellness starts at home, and with HomeKit your living room can do more to help you feel your best. Here's what you need to truly make the most of Apple's smart home technology.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 0

How to lock screen rotation on iPad & avoid constant flipping

Tired of your iPad screen flipping every time you move? Locking its orientation takes just a few seconds and can make reading, gaming, or watching videos a lot more comfortable.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 0

How to enable parental controls on macOS Sequoia

Keeping your kids safe online might seem scary, but it's simple with Mac. Learn how to set up parental controls for your child's Mac in macOS Sequoia.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 2

How to turn off the gaps in macOS Sequoia's Window Tiling

By default, macOS Sequoia leaves a neat gap between windows when they are tiled — but if you don't like that, it's easy to change it.

William Gallagher 2 months ago 7

How to compress folders on iPad to save on storage space

Compressing folders on an iPad is a quick and easy way to optimize storage, improve file sharing, and organize your digital life. Here's how.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 2

Getting started with ChatGPT's 'Work With Apps on macOS' feature

OpenAI has added enhanced integration of ChatGPT with macOS for search, writing, coding, and more. This is what you need to know.

Chip Loder 2 months ago 0

How to enable or disable Spotlight extensions in macOS

Spotlight extensions enhance third-party app searches, letting you look up more app-specific content. Here's how to enable or disable the extensions in macOS.

Chip Loder 3 months ago 1

iPhone 16 Camera Control button — the ultimate guide

The Camera Control 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 13

How to import your old passwords into the new Apple Passwords

Apple now has an official password manager, but importing your old passwords from other apps into Apple Passwords can be a bit of a pain.

Bon Adamson 3 months ago 21

How to use Apple Software Restore to clone your Mac's drive

Apple Software Restore lets you clone your Mac even with a Signed System Volume. Here's how to use it to copy your Mac's storage.

Chip Loder 3 months ago 4

How to use profiles to change how Terminal windows look in macOS

The Mac Terminal app is your window into macOS's UNIX underpinnings. Here's how to customize the appearance of Terminal in macOS.

Chip Loder 3 months ago 5

Inside Apple Podcasts: how to get the most out of Apple's player

Podcasts are wildly popular, and its easy to see why — from sports to true crime, comedy, news, and more, there seems to be one for nearly anything. Here's how to use Apple Podcasts and get the most out of your podcast experience.

Amber Neely 3 months ago 1

How to use the Apple Maps Library feature in iOS 18

Apple's iOS 18 update includes a Maps Library feature for all of your saved and pinned locations to live, making them easier to find later. Here's how to use it on your iPhone.

Oliver Haslam 3 months ago 3

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 3 months ago 2

How to enable and use RCS for secure cross-platform messaging

Apple's messaging app Messages has adopted a new cross-platform messaging standard called RCS. Here's how to be sure you have it enabled on your iPhone, and what new features it gives you when messaging people on other platforms.

Charles Martin 3 months ago 14

How to edit PDFs on a Mac using Preview & third-party apps

Editing PDFs on a Mac is simple, thanks to the built-in tools in macOS and various third-party apps. Here's how to get started, whether you're making quick annotations or detailed modifications.

Andrew Orr 3 months ago 8

How to customize the log window in Console for macOS

You can customize the macOS Console's log window to change the way it behaves. Here's how to adjust it for your needs.

Chip Loder 3 months ago 0

How to stop Spotlight hogging disk space on macOS

Spotlight in macOS stores some of its indices and search data on your Startup Disk. Here's how to minimize Spotlight using disk space.

Chip Loder 3 months ago 2

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