In this guide, I go over a list of over 40+ things I always do to ensure the best user experience after setting up a new or erased Mac.
43 things to do after setting up a Mac
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How to AirPlay from iPhone, iPad or Mac to another Mac
Learn how to AirPlay photos, videos, and music, or mirror your iPhone, iPad, or Mac screen to another Mac.
Fix iPhone, iPad, Mac repeatedly asking for Apple password
Learn what to do if you’re annoyed by repetitive popups and notifications asking you to enter your Apple Account password on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
How to type to Siri instead of speaking to it
Want to write to Siri instead of speaking to it? In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to type to Siri instead of speaking, making it easier to communicate discreetly with Apple’s virtual assistant on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.
All the ways you can invoke Siri on your Apple devices
Siri is the default built-in voice assistant on Apple devices. It lets you set alarms, answer questions, and do almost everything voice assistants do. This quick tutorial shows you how to call Siri on iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, Mac, HomePod, Apple TV, and supported cars.
How to use Do Not Disturb like a pro on iPhone, iPad, Mac
Learn how to set up and use Do Not Disturb (DND) on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch to minimize distractions and stay focused while working, driving, or resting.
How to change an album cover in Photos app on iPhone, iPad, Mac
Don't like the current cover image of a photo album? Check out these quick steps to use any other picture or video as the cover photo or "Key Photo" for an album on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
How to open multiple websites at once on Mac
In this tutorial, we'll show you how to open multiple websites at once in Chrome and Safari on Mac to save time every day.
How to create Windows-like app icons on Mac desktop
In this quick tutorial, we show you how to create application shortcuts on your Mac’s desktop or folders.
How to reset the Apple Mail app to factory settings on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Check out the complete steps to reset the built-in Mail app on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac to troubleshoot problems related to it.
How to request a refund from Apple for apps, media, and subscriptions
Learn how to request a refund from Apple for an app, media, subscription, or purchase using your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Windows PC.
Effects and steps to sign out of Apple ID on iPhone, iPad, Mac
Learn how to sign out of iCloud or your Apple Account and sign in again on your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac, as well as the consequences and possible side effects associated with this.