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
Tutorial
Learn how to master your Apple devices with our comprehensive tutorials. From iPhone and iPad to Mac, Apple Watch, AirPods, and more, our expert guides will help you unlock the full potential of your Apple products. Discover new features, tips, and tricks each day to enhance your user experience.
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.
3 ways to unpair and erase your Apple Watch
Learn about three ways to unpair your Apple Watch from its paired iPhone. Unpairing the Apple Watch is equivalent to erasing it. And after you do this, you’ll have to set up your Apple Watch again.
How to fix apps not working or freezing on Apple Watch
Unable to use apps on your Apple Watch? Check out how to fix apps not opening, crashing, or freezing on your watch.
Apple Watch screen too dim? Here’s how to make it brighter
Find out why your Apple Watch screen is too dim and learn about some quick ways to make the display brighter again.
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 preview voice messages on WhatsApp before sending them
Learn how to preview a WhatsApp voice message so you can check whether your ramblings make sense before the message is sent.
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.