Understanding User Accounts in macOS
Everyone who uses a Mac has a user account. If you're the only person using your Mac, then there...
Author Archives: Kirk McElhearn
Apple’s iPhone 8 vs. iPhone X: What’s the Difference?
We have become used to Apple releasing a new iPhone every year in the fall. Come September, Apple holds...
Apple + Recommended + Software & Apps
Microsoft Office for Mac 2011 Not Supported on macOS High Sierra
macOS High Sierra is due to be released to the general public today, and it's a good idea to...
Apple + How To + Recommended
How to Prepare Your Mac for macOS High Sierra
You may have heard that the next version of Apple’s desktop operating system, macOS High Sierra, is due to...
Power Tips for Efficiently Using the Trash in macOS
I’ve always felt that the concept of the Trash on the Mac, or the Windows Recycle Bin, is one...
Use Automator to Convert and Resize Image Files
One of the little known tools available in macOS that can save you lots of time is Automator. This...
Master the macOS Open and Save Dialogs
You create and save new documents all day long when you work on your Mac. And you open existing...
How To + Recommended + Security & Privacy
How to Securely Dispose of Your Old Mac
It's time to move on and end your relationship with your current Mac. You had good times together; you'll...
Color Calibrating Your Mac’s Display
If you only use your Mac for browsing the Web, sending and receiving email, and working in a word processor,...
Manage Your Previous Recipients in Apple’s Mail
Your email client is smart. It keeps track of everyone you send messages to — whether they're in your...