Have you finally decided to buy a MacBook Pro? If that is the case, you will definitely have some questions on how to use it, especially if this was a switch from windows, or even your very own first computer.
Like with everything else, it takes time getting used to something totally new. But you can reduce this time by being proactive and learning some great tips. That would allow you to make the most out of your MacBook much faster.
This article will be a perfect reference and if you apply everything mentioned below and turn it into your daily habits, things will certainly become better than before.
The Delete Key
It might be a bit weird having to use the delete key on a MacBook if you are used to one of the Windows. You would expect that all one needs to do is select something they want to delete and click the key.
Well, it so happens that the cursor simply shifts to the left. To avoid this problem, you will need to combine the delete key with “fn”. It will take some time getting used to this, but it should not take too long.
Uninstalling Apps
Before you know it, you might be having problems with storage space and performance. It could be because of too many apps, in terms of how many are running in the background, how many launches when you start the computer, and how much space they are taking.
If you want to uninstall apps on mac OSX, you can do so relatively easy. And do not hesitate but look at the bigger picture and how it affects the overall performance of your MacBook. Apps that have not been put to use should be deleted.
Let Siri Do the Work
Everyone’s friendly AI Siri is getting an upgrade with each new OS version. It has reached a point when you can rely on her for quite a lot of work. If you are busy with your hands and are in need of some quick information, do not hesitate and ask her.
We will see new features for Siri in the future as well. There are plenty of alternatives to the AI and you can bet that Apple will look to do everything in their power to not only fall behind the competition but stay ahead of it as much as humanly possible.
Capturing Screenshots
Another thing that you will need to get accustomed to is taking screenshots. It is a bit different from the regular Windows.
You can take a snap of an entire screen by pressing command + shift + 3. Also, there is an option to capture just a portion of your screen. It eliminates the need to use image-editing software.
Use the cursor and select the part you want to capture, hold command + shift + 4, and release. The images will be saved on the desktop. Unless, of course, you have a specific app or set a directory for that.
Emojis
If you happen to be of a younger generation, emojis should be one of the things you are using on a daily basis. You can locate everything that is available on the MacBook by pressing control + command + space.
Split Screens
Multitasking becomes that much easier if you are working. Some people use two separate monitors because they improve efficiency. Whether you are comparing two documents, use the second screen to follow the live chat, read references, and so on, it should be quite obvious that this has clear advantages.
One of the many perks of using a MacBook Pro is the feature of having a split-screen. Again, it might be a bit unusual at first, but once you start using it, you will notice just how much better it is than having to constantly switch the apps using tab.
Clear Cache and Delete Backup Update Files
Before you know it, your MacBook has started to slow down to a point where using it is quite bad. There are a lot of reasons why this happens, but you should always make sure that there is enough storage space.
Cache files, email attachments, backup files from updates, and so on take a lot of space even though they are not even needed in the first place. Look to get rid of these to improve the performance of your MacBook.
Read News
Apple is not going to stop any time in the future and everyone is certain that there will be even more updates in the future. You should keep up with all the recent news and all that to not miss out on something important. And the more you read about MacBooks, the better off you will be.
So to sum it all up, if you are still new to a MacBook or computers in general, this article should be a great starting point and help you accommodate it faster. Ultimately, it does come down to how much time you spend every day, but you can still make a difference by looking to progress on your own.
