Trash Files Instantly from the Keyboard
Every Mac user knows that you drag files or folders you want to delete to the Trash icon in the Dock. And you probably even know that you can select multiple items by Shift-clicking (for a sequential range of items in a list view) or Command-clicking (for an arbitrary...
Did You Know the iPhone Has a Button for Ignoring Telemarketers?
Telemarketers are a scourge on society, but if you’re getting too many telemarketing calls, you can at least reduce how much time you spend on them. When a call comes in, you can always tap the red Decline button, but it’s even faster to press the Sleep/Wake button on...
The Single-click Trick to Declutter Your Mac’s Screen
Is your Mac’s screen cluttered with windows from different apps? Sometimes it’s handy to be able to see a couple simultaneously, but having too many apps visible is often distracting. There are a variety of ways to focus on a single app at a time, but here’s one of...
Share Your Location Temporarily while Traveling
If you’re traveling a long distance to visit an iPhone-using friend or family member, you can reduce anxiety related to arrival time or pickup plans (and perhaps provide amusement) by sharing your location temporarily so they can watch your progress. The easiest way...
Pin Frequently Used Web Sites in Safari Tabs
If you’re checking Facebook throughout the day, try making a pinned tab for it in Safari so the latest status updates are just a click away. Pinned tabs are also great for Web-based email apps, news sites, favorite comics, and more. Learn the easy steps for setting them up on our blog.