Hidden Features of Mac OS

Customize menu bar

Tailor macOS menu bar for easy access to desired settings.  -- Go to System Preferences, access Control Center, and choose menu bar options. -- Change and display settings.

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Switch on Hot Corners

Design screen corner shortcuts in System Preferences.  -- Access Mission Control settings -- Click Hot Corners, assign actions like Notes -- Lock the screen to specific corners.

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Preview  Files

Use Quick Look to instantly preview files in Finder.  -- Click a file, press spacebar for a zoomed-in view -- Open it in the original app from the top right corner of the preview.

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Dynamic screen shots

Explore ⌘+Shift+5 for versatile screen capture and video recording. It unveils a toolbar with timers and save location options, surpassing ⌘+Shift+4 for versatility.

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Split Screen

Maximize screen usage by splitting it into two windows. -- Open windows, click on green dot, choose left or right tiling, then select other window. -- To go back, click green Screen dot.

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Stage Manager

In macOS Ventura, use Stage Manager for full-screen apps. Access System Preferences, arrange open apps at screen's edge, and tailor placement and file visibility for better experience.

Watch Real-Time Audio Captions

In macOS Ventura, activate live audio captions in Accessibility settings. Personalize caption style and use it during FaceTime calls through the Accessibility menu.

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Make Text Shortcuts

Enhance macOS efficiency with text shortcuts.  -- Go to Keyboard settings, select text replacements -- Create quick phrase shortcuts. -- These sync with iPhone and iPad.

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Utilize iPhone As Mac Camera

In Ventura, use iPhone as an extra FaceTime camera through Continuity Camera. It's versatile for many angles. Ensure trust and same Apple ID on both devices for setup.

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Customize Folder Icons

To change desktop folder icons: -- Copy your desired image (JPEG or PNG) -- Right-click the folder and select get info.

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