How to add and use text replacements on Mac

Think about the words and phrases on our computers that we type over and over again, without even thinking about it. Emails and site logins are just a few of these frequently keyed fields, but there are plenty others. Now what if we told you there was a neat shortcut on macOS that lets you … Read more

How to change icons for files and folders on Mac

There’s a lot to love about Mac, but one of its quirkier features is how easy it is to change icons for files and folders. By default, a file is depicted by a piece of paper, while folders are — well, depicted by a folder. You’ll also find zip files with zippers, along with other … Read more

How to use your iPad as a second monitor for your Mac

One of the best parts of the Apple ecosystem is how neatly everything works together. Apple often gets flak for its ‘walled garden’ approach, but when it works well, it enables the kind of productivity features that Android and PC rivals can only dream about. For example, you can use your iPad as a second … Read more