How to delete a file that macOS says is in use
There’s an override for files you can’t delete, but take care.
02/13/19
How to find and insert special characters in macOS
Apple supports the full range of Unicode, but it can be hard to find the symbol you need.
02/11/19
Why iTunes says your iOS 12 device isn’t recognized
iPhones are fickle about the versions of macOS and iTunes they can connect with.
02/07/19
How to move photos to iCloud Photos without an up-to-date Mac
Some people may have legacy machines or other limitations that can hinder using iCloud Photos. Here’s a workaround.
02/05/19
How to reinstall macOS if macOS Recovery is unavailable
Apple has a fallback option that requires an internet connection.
02/04/19
How to recover deleted photos from an iPhone or iPad
Chances are they’re gone, but there are a few places you can check.
02/01/19
If you can’t get macOS Mail to work after upgrading to two-factor authentication, here’s a way to fix it
You may have manually set up your iCloud account for email long ago.
01/23/19
What you can do with an internal SSD module from a vintage Mac
Got an older Mac, and you upgraded the SSD module? You can put the old SSD in an external enclosure, but they’re not cheap.
01/22/19
Can you replace a fan in Apple’s AirPort Extreme?
It’s not a trivial task, but it can be done. (And yes, the AirPort Extreme has an actual fan.)
01/18/19
What to do when the Mac App Store won’t assign applications to your account
You have several methods to try to resolve the problem.
01/17/19
What you get when you export Calendar and Reminders in macOS, and how to use those files
The archive formats vary by app and by export selection in Calendar.
01/16/19
Stuck in macOS Recovery with a language you don’t speak? Here’s what you can do to fix this
You don’t have to speak Chinese, Russian, Spanish, or other languages to fix this problem.
01/15/19
The most important thing to do if your Mac has a Fusion Drive: Back up your data
Apple's Fusion Drive combines data on an SSD and hard drive. It provides fast speeds and spacious storage, but trying to recover lost data is a huge problem.
01/11/19
If macOS’s Migration Assistant fails, here are other ways to move accounts
Apple has taken great strides with its migration helper, but it doesn’t always do the trick.
01/07/19
How iOS’s Wi-Fi Assist works and how it can affect your cellular bill
A bad Wi-Fi connection can still cause your iPhone (or iPad) to use cellular data.
01/03/19
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Can’t figure out how to type a character on a Mac? It’s time for the virtual keyboard
There’s a hidden virtual keyboard in macOS that is very helpful when you need to type an uncommon character or your hardware keyboard is suddenly malfunctioning.
01/02/19
If you have an older Mac, don’t forget about the SD Card slot
This is probably the best way to expand storage.
12/31/18
What to do whe you caot type certai letters o your MacBook
Apple has a repair program for folks with problematic MacBook and MacBook Pro laptops with the butterfly keyboard.
12/27/18
Can you disable two-factor authentication on your Apple ID?
Two-factor authentication (2FA) provides an effective way to deter people from hijacking an online account. But there's no turning back once it's on.
12/24/18
How to set up a Mac and macOS to take advantage of an SSD and external storage setup
If you set up your Mac correctly, you can get the best of both worlds.
12/20/18
