Mac Tip

How to make apps stay in the Dock on Mac

MacBook Pro showing the Dock and desktop icons

When launching an app that is not already in your Dock, it typically disappears after closing it. This is ideal for occasional use, but inconvenient for frequently accessed apps. In this article, we will show you two easy ways to keep currently open and recently used apps in your Mac's Dock permanently so you can quickly access them at any time.

How to export and save a Mac app icon as an image file

Extracted app icon for Pixelmator Pro on Mac

Here at iDB, we often use app icon images as featured images for our posts and videos. Thankfully, macOS provides a seamless method to easily copy app icons from your favorite apps and export them as standalone PNG or other format images. In the tutorial, we'll show you how to extract and save app icons directly from your Mac in just a few clicks.

17 things you can do with QuickTime Player on Mac

QuickTime Player on MacBook

QuickTime Player is a versatile application that comes pre-installed on Mac, with features that extend beyond basic video playback. In this article, we'll explore 17 things you can do with QuickTime Player on Mac to enhance your media experience and streamline your workflow.

How to access system report on Mac running macOS Ventura and earlier

Hardware, Network, and Software System Information on Mac

System report is a utility screen where you can learn about your Mac's hardware, software, and network connections. The information here can help troubleshoot issues or tell you all about the tech specs of your computer.

This short tutorial explores five easy ways to access system information on an iMac, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro running macOS Ventura or an earlier version of macOS.