How-To
Kirk McElhearn
Kirk McElhearn (@mcelhearn) writes about Macs, music and more on his blog Kirkville. He also runs Kirk's iTunes Forum, where users can discuss iTunes, iOS devices, music, and more.
How-To
Learn these macOS Terminal shortcuts and spend less time typing
Many people stay away from the command line because of the tedium of typing long commands. But you can save lots of time and type less by using the command history functions.
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Master the macOS command line: How to use the command manual in Terminal
The key to learning about OS X's command line is manual (or man) pages. Here's an introduction.
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Master the macOS command line: How to copy and move files through Terminal
Wish you could move a bunch of folders all at once or instantly move every file of a certain type into a new folder? Using your Mac's Terminal commands may be the answer.
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Master the macOS command line: How to delete files and folders using Terminal
The command line is not only powerful, it can also be dangerous. Learn how to use commands for deleting files and folders correctly to make sure your time with Terminal is a productivity godsend instead of a complete disaster.
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Master the macOS command line: How to navigate files and folders in Terminal
Ready to learn a new skill in the new year? The Terminal can be a powerful productivity tool, if you know the basics.
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How to clean a Mac keyboard, display, and more
Simple ways to banish grunge, dirt, and dust bunnies from your computer and peripherals.
The iTunes Guy
Ask the iTunes Guy: The last one
The final installment in our series covering your iTunes questions.
Hey Apple, Fix This!
The future of the Finder
The desktop metaphor is practical and useful, but maybe it’s time to move on to a new way to use our computers.
The iTunes Guy
Ask the iTunes Guy: Consolidating iTunes libraries, deleting songs, correcting an email address for an iTunes account
Your questions about iTunes, answered.
Hey Apple, Fix This!
Apple’s Home Sharing: Why is troubleshooting it so painful?
When something goes wrong with Home Sharing, you don't get much troubleshooting guidance. That can turn minor issues into major ones.
The iTunes Guy
Ask the iTunes Guy: Movie metadata, authentication requests, and more
Answers to your questions about iTunes.
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iCloud Photo Library’s sync need fixing
It'd be nice if users had more control over syncing to the cloud,
How-To
Hackintosh: Build a DIY Mac mini
You can build your own Mac, if you’re willing to put in the time and effort. A whole lot of effort.
The iTunes Guy
Ask the iTunes Guy: Video imports, prevent accidental deletions, Home Video library issues, and more
Answers to your many questions about iTunes.
Hey Apple, Fix This!
Hey, Apple Fixed This!
At WWDC, Apple introduced new features that address the more egregious problems that plague users.
Reviews
Enlight 1.3 review: Editing your photos on an iPad is as easy and tap and drag
Image editing for the rest of us.
The iTunes Guy
Ask the iTunes Guy: Managing and displaying playlists
How to see the information you want to see in an iTunes playlist.
Mac Gems
Timing 2.0 review: Mac software for professionals to track billable time
Timing can track both billable time and activity on your Mac so you can know how much to bill a client.
Hey Apple, Fix This!