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How to See Who Sent You Links on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
One of the great features of Safari is that when someone sends you a link, you can access it right from the new tab screen. Not only that but also, when you open a link that someone sent you, Safari will tell you who the sender is. Find out how to easily see Shared with You links and quickly reply to links that have been sent to you.
How to Change Folder Color on Mac
By Rachel Needell
One of the best parts of having a Mac is the ability to customize every detail. Did you know that you can change folder colors on Mac? There's actually a lot of different ways you can change the folder icon on Mac, and it's not difficult once you learn how! First, we'll cover how to change the color of folders on a Mac, and then we'll go over how to use your own custom image for Mac folder icons!
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Are you in the market for a 2021 MacBook Pro? In the 171st episode, David explains what chip, memory, and storage options you’ll need and why. Donna shares her early impressions of the Apple Watch Series 7, and both hosts sing the praises of MagSafe charging.
Where to Find Screenshots on Mac
By Emma Chase
There are multiple ways to take a screenshot on Mac, but where to they go? Typically, screenshots are saved to your desktop by default, but that can get cluttered fast. We'll show you how to find Mac screenshots once they're captured.
How to Sync Passwords between iPhone & Mac with Keychain
By Emma Chase
iCloud Keychain allows you to store usernames, Wi-Fi passwords, and credit card information. Syncing your passwords is simple, helps you save time, and results in fewer lost passwords, and you can use Keychain with confidence knowing that your information is encrypted and secure. We'll show you how to sync passwords with Keychain on iPhone and Mac.
How to Empty Trash on Mac to Free Up Mac Storage
By Devala Rees
The Mac trash can is fairly straightforward and easy to use, but if you're a new Mac user you may be wondering how to delete trash on a Mac. It's important to periodically empty Trash and purge files that you don't want anymore, so we’ll walk you through how to empty Trash on Mac.
How to Delete Downloads on Mac to Clear Storage Space
By Devala Rees
Many users don't know how to delete files buried in the Mac Downloads folder, and this can sometimes slow down a computer’s performance. Though these files are out of sight and out of mind, they do still take up important storage space! We’ll show you how to delete downloads on Mac.
How to Remove Safari Extensions Quickly
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
How do you uninstall Safari extensions? If you downloaded a Safari extension and found it to be cumbersome or annoying, you'll want to know how to delete extensions from Safari. Luckily, it's easy to do and doesn't involve mucking about in the App Store at all. Here's how to delete an extension on Safari.
Get, Turn Off & Customize Left Behind Alerts for Your AirTag
By August Garry
Do you get Find My alerts when you leave the item attached to your AirTag at home? The alerts can be very helpful if you were about to leave without your keys, but less so when your AirTag is attached to a remote control or bag you don't always bring with you. Here's how to turn the Left Behind toggle off and on in iOS 15 and how to customize when it will send you alerts.
6 Best iPad Widgets for Your Home Screen
By Ashleigh Page
iPhone widgets are cool, but iPad widgets are even better. Why? The iPad's larger display means you can add more detailed widgets that show inspiration, updates, and needed information from your apps without ever leaving your Home Screen. We've tested the most popular options and created this roundup of some of the best widgets for iPad.
What MacBook Do I Have? How to Identify Your Mac Model
By Ashleigh Page
Whether you're checking for software compatibility, troubleshooting an issue, buying a new laptop case, or trading in your MacBook, you need to know your specific device information. In this article, we'll cover some easy methods to identify your MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air. To make the process easier, we've also included a list of all recent MacBook models. Read on to learn how to find your MacBook model number and serial number.
How to Delete Apps on Apple TV Quickly & Permanently
By August Garry
Did you install an app on your Apple TV you no longer need? Learn how to delete Apple TV apps to navigate your apps list quicker or permanently to free up space. In this article, we’ll go over how to delete apps on Apple TV vs uninstalling them.
How to Share Apple Music Lyrics & Song Clips on iPhone
By Devala Rees
Whether you're arguing about proper lyrics to a song or you simply want to share a musical mood with someone, it's handy to know how to send song lyrics on iPhone. We'll walk you through how to send Apple Music lyrics via various sharing methods, plus how to send the whole song if you can't decide which lyrics to send.
How to Sync iPhone to Mac
By Emma Chase
When you sync content from iPhone to Mac, not only do you safeguard things like photos, videos, and files against potential loss, you also make it easier to access those things on either device as you see fit. The process for how to sync iPhone to Mac is simple, but requires an extra step the first time you do it. We'll show you how to sync iPhone content to a Mac.
The 6 Best Safari Extensions for iPhone & iPad
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Safari extensions can boost your browsing in many ways, from blocking adds, to finding deals, and even to doing good things for the environment. Now that Safari extensions are available on your iPhone and iPad in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, you may be wondering what's the best way to use them on your device, and which extensions are reliable and worthwhile. Here are the best iOS Safari extensions and what each one can do for you.
How to Create a Shared Music Playlist with Apple SharePlay
By Ashleigh Page
Apple SharePlay is a new feature that allows you to play movies and music during your FaceTime calls. It's fun to listen to music together, and even more so when everyone can add their favorite tunes. Let's cover how to play music on FaceTime and make a shared playlist.
Buyer's Guide 2021: Best AirTag & AirPods Accessories
By August Garry
As some of the smallest Apple devices, AirPods and AirTags are easy to misplace or damage. Luckily, with these cool AirPod cases, AirTag keychains, and more, you'll have a breeze keeping your devices secure while you're on the go.
Buyer's Guide 2021: The Best Earbuds & Headphones
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Headphones and earbuds make great presents for the audiophiles in your life or even a treat for you. We've shopped around for the best earbuds and cool headphones so you don't have to. Below, you'll find our top picks.