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.
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How to create a new folder from selected files on Mac
Learn how to create a new folder from selected files on Mac to organize your files faster, and optimize your workflow.
How to export and save a Mac app icon as an image file
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.
How to secure your Mac and all of its valuable data
Here are 18 simple yet important tips to protect your Mac so that all your files, documents, and sensitive data remain safe and do not fall into the bad hands.
17 things you can do with QuickTime Player on Mac
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 set different audio output speakers for individual apps on Mac
Learn how to set up custom audio output preferences for specific apps on your Mac, allowing you to enjoy your music and media exactly how you want.
How to improve video call quality in Zoom, FaceTime, Teams, Skype, or any video calling app on your Mac
This tutorial shares some quick and practical ways to improve the quality of video calls on your Mac. The tips here apply to all video conferencing services like FaceTime, Zoom, Skype, Google Meet, Slack, Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Discord, Facebook Messenger, LINE, and more.
How to completely disable the MacBook Pro Touch Bar and make it unresponsive to touch
macOS has no option or Terminal command to turn off the Touch Bar. However, with some simple tweaks, you can turn off the Touch Bar's functionality to disable it and have it appear as an empty, non-lit black strip.
In this tutorial, we will show you how to disable your MacBook Touch Bar and make it unresponsive to touch.
How to access system report on Mac running macOS Ventura and earlier
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.
How to quickly and easily sign PDF documents on your Mac
Learn how to easily sign PDFs on your Mac using built-in apps, and never waste time with printing and scanning again.
How to restore a deleted user account with all files and folders on Mac
There are ways to recover deleted user accounts on a Mac, and restore all of their content. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to recover a deleted user account, and retrieve all of the files and folders that were stored within it.
How to add a new user account to your Mac
You can easily create separate user accounts on your Mac, which will ensure that everyone who uses it can personalize their setting and keep their files separate. This tutorial shows you how to do that.