The Best Mac Tips: Apps & Tips that will make you a super Mac user

94 Pages·2015·1.68 MB·English

by  Ibrahim

The Best Mac Tips
Apps & Tips that will make you a super Mac user
Emad Ibrahim
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ISBN: 9781508096146
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DISCLAIMER
WHAT THIS BOOK HAS FOR YOU
INTRODUCTION
What Are Application Programs?
FANTASTICAL
Features
Tips on Using Fantastical
Tips on Using Fantastical 2 to Maximize Productivity for Mac Users
The Calendar View
The Dock Icon
The Today View Widget
The Themes
The Mapping Option
The Mini Window Detachment
Pros of Path Finder 7
Features
Folder Sync
Dual Pane View
Group View
Dropbox Stack
Additional Shelves View
Editable Path Navigator
Smart Sorting
Tips for Mac Users on Using Path Finder 7
Obtain Information of a Multitude of Items
View Invisible Packages and Files in the Form of Folders
Creating a New Sidebar
A Tidy Contextual Menu
Have Your Files Filtered By Their Type
SNAGIT
Capture Modes
The All in One Capture
Menu Captures
Webcam
Window Zooms
Benefits of Snagit
Features
Video Capture and Trimming
Mobile Capture
Stamps
Scrolling Capture
Special Effects
Integrated Sharing
Editing Tools
A Multitude of File Formats
Tips for Mac Users on Using Snagit
Combining Images
Adding an Extra Tail on a Callout
Adding Stamps
Adding Folders to Organize Your Stamps
LASTPASS
Features
Easy Login
Streamlined Workflow
Maximized Security
Quick Search
Tips on Using LastPass for Mac Users
Unlocking the Quick Search Feature
The Addition of a Secure Note
Adding Attachments to Secure Notes
The Addition of an Application
Adding New Sites
Getting Your Password Generated
DIVVY
How Divvy Solves Your Problems
How It Works
Enabling Divvy to Work On Mac
Features of Divvy
Flexibility
No Configuration
Multiple Displays
Benefits of Using Divvy
Custom Grid Settings
Works with Several Monitors
Shortcuts
Tips for Mac Users on Using Divvy
Keeping Divvy on the Screen
Fine Positioning and Re-Sizing
Sub-Dividing the Grid
Addition and Removal of Columns and Rows from the Grid
Accessing the Appearance Preferences
Accessing Generalized Preferences
Accessing the Shortcuts Preferences
Choosing a Shortcut
Deleting a Shortcut
Editing a Shortcut
KEYBOARD MAESTRO
Features
Clipboard Switcher
Clipboard History Switcher
Window Switcher
Application Switcher
Insert Text
Launch Applications
Manipulate Windows
The Use of Text Tokens
Palettes
Notifications and the Open Feature
Image and File Actions
Tips on Using Keyboard Maestro 7
Making Use of Function Keys for Global Hotkeys
Understanding the Gear Icon
Using Action Notes
Utilizing the Conflict Palette
Macro Hotkeys
Macro Sorting
Creating a New Macro
Opening an App Automatically Onto a Second Monitor
Properly Using the Insert Menus
Using the Menu of Insert Action by Name
CLEAN MY MAC
Features and Functionality of Clean My Mac
Cleaning
Maintenance
Health and Monitoring
Usage
Tips on Using Clean My Mac
Excluding Files from Getting Scanned
Using Hotkeys
Downloading and Installing Clean My Mac 3
Using the Apps Uninstaller
Using the Shredder
Using the Dashboard
PARALLELS
Features
Easy Switch Functionality
Power Packed Performance
Business Class Software
Super Quick Performance
Enhanced Battery Life
Visual Studio
Not Limited To Just Windows
App Run Properties
Optimized Tuning
Support Properties
Boot Camp Compatibility
Tips on Using Parallels for Your Mac
Activating and Registering Parallels Desktop
Installing and Adjusting Software Update Settings
Setting the Language
EVERNOTE
Features of Evernote
Image Resizing
Better Notes and Checkboxes
Improved Tables and Sync
One Workspace for Everything