150+ Mac Tips and Tricks

You think you know the Mac? Think again. Introducing, the Big List of Mac Tips by Snazzy Labs.
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0:43 - Quick Look - quicklookplugins.com
2:21 - DND toggle
2:34 - Batch file renaming
3:16 - Window management and tiling
3:50 - Finder toolbar customization
4:30 - Common items in Finder toolbar
4:56 - Finder preferences
6:11 - Hidden files toggle
6:30 - Frequent Finder folder hotkeys
6:58 - Show path/status bar in Finder
7:29 - Finder pane view hotkeys
7:43 - Quick Look preview pane toggle
8:13 - Pane view column rescaling
8:47 - List view item scaling
9:02 - Finder advanced search filters
10:24 - Smart Folder setup
12:20 - Move original file in Finder
12:53 - Web browser navigation hotkeys
13:14 - Safari per-site settings
13:38 - Safari master site preferences
14:32 - Web form navigation hotkeys
15:16 - Safari recover browser history
16:00 - Exclude files from Time Machine
16:27 - Rapid-fire Safari tips
17:06 - Safari bookmark applet in Dock
18:27 - PIP in Safari (and other browsers)
19:00 - General keyboard shortcuts for navigation in macOS
19:24 - Paste text without formatting
19:50 - Every macOS screen shot tip you ever wanted
21:12 - Granular volume/brightness control
21:38 - Emoji character palette
22:02 - Application / Window switcher
22:41 - F5 dictionary word auto-complete
23:09 - Three finger tap "Look Up" alternative
23:33 - Spotlight power-user features
** 24:41 - TERMINAL TIPS **
24:51 - Screenshot format (can change JPG to: PNG, TIFF, PDF)
Paste this: defaults write com.apple.screencapture type JPG
25:36 - Mac App Store update check frequency (change 7 to any number of days)
defaults write com.apple.SoftwareUpdate ScheduleFrequency -int 7
26:13 - Disable character accent menu (revert by changing 'false' to 'true')
defaults write -g ApplePressAndHoldEnabled -bool false
26:44 - Keep Mac running (end by closing Terminal window or pressing Control+C)
caffeinate
27:23 - Expand print dialog by default (revert by changing TRUE to FALSE)
defaults write -g PMPrintingExpandedStateForPrint -bool TRUE
27:49 - Re-enable classic Mac boot chime (restore default by changing %00 to %01)
sudo nvram StartupMute=%00
28:21 - Add dock spaces (remove by dragging space off dock like normal)
defaults write com.apple.dock persistent-apps -array-add '{"tile-type"="spacer-tile";}'; killall Dock
28:55 - Dock transition/reveal delay
defaults write com.apple.dock autohide-delay -float 0; killall Dock (reduces delay)
defaults write com.apple.dock autohide-time-modifier -float 0; killall Dock (removes animation)
DOCK SHORTCUT FREEBIES:
1. Opt+Cmd+D - Toggles dock show/hide
2. Add AirDrop to Dock (a) go to Finder, (b) press Shift+Cmd+G, (c) paste this: /System/Library/CoreServices/Finder.app/Contents/Applications/ (d) drag AirDrop icon into Dock
3. Pin Dock elsewhere quickly by holding Shift and dragging by "line" on Dock
29:54 - Set lock message on lock screen
30:27 - Move window in background without disrupting foreground
30:36 - Mac screen sharing / VNC settings
31:40 - Three finger window drag
32:13 - Move items around in menu bar (and remove)
32:30 - Find WiFi network password
33:08 - Modifier keys for hot corners
33:53 - Use Siri to show keychain password
34:09 - Toggle DND on iMessage thread and share screen
34:26 - Quick print from Desktop
34:52 - Print envelope from Contacts app
35:07 - Dialog box cancel hotkey
35:28 - Add items from iOS device with Continuity

[@jpmudkip1870]

He is a god among us mere mortals. A true tech tips master, his wealth of knowledge makes even Linus quake in his socks and sandals

[@snazzy]

Nay. Nobody knoweth more than Sir. Anthony and Papa Linus.

[@BrawndoQC]

Yeah I thought I knew a lot about MacOS. I learned quite a few things in this video. Really loved it especially since I'm a keyboard shortcut kind of person not a clicker.

[@videobeagle]

@@snazzy Well, Anthony..sure.

[@trumanhw]

I literally use 80% of these regularly and have given the same "lectures" for the more general ones to my customers. This is an impressive list; it's RARE someone knows as many generalized tips as I do ... let alone to teach me a few.

[@nathaniel8042]

Did you say… among us 😏

[@DJTechYT]

Me: watches video Also me 10 seconds after the video ended: *forgets about 80% of the tips* Great video as usual and stay safe!

[@chrisanckaert]

I saved in 2 separate playlists, there are so many 'quick' good tips, I'll have to look at it several times!

[@fssf666]

glad for you that you remember 20% of the tips. thats around 30 tips. I remember like 4 or 5 tips😒

[@tekuali7128]

Here's an extra tip: use Stickies to take notes from KZbin videos! Works best in Firefox because Firefox won't move to its own exclusive desktop when you full-screen it.

[@snazzy]

It's still processing but 5K60 should be available soon! 👍

[@samialameddine7308]

Hey

[@yfs9035]

@@lakers4life71 it would be satire if it made more sense... There's no way to tell. But you're probably just a troll right?

[@VEOSEEO]

Snazzy can you make a video about how to run windows applications on Mac without using boot camp? About to buy a laptop and I would really appreciate your opinion.

[@MrAndyisReal]

Shane you could use wine but generally if you’re looking to use windows applications it’s best to use boot camp.

[@nicholasarcher]

Somebody said Snazzy Mac Tips in the comments below, so I made this kzbin.info/www/bejne/mnezg2iMaJ2ejMU because I'm quarantined and bored.

[@Legority]

Linus Tech Tips? nah, Snazzy Mac Tips

[@xoxo-pp7ru]

Stay snazzy

[@twentyone.media21]

Wow. I use my mac for about 6 years and thought "okay... 36min for tips you already know and which every KZbin show?" I give it a try and more than 75% are new for me! Thank you very much, I think, that will help my workflows a lot :)) Greetings from Germany

[@k0lzee174]

Started binging your videos since last night and I gotta say, you're probably the only youtuber who gets straight to the point and delivers stuff while not being robotic or boring while doing so as well. Cheers!

[@tally.klecko]

I have always felt extremely grateful for this series of Mac tips, and it was really nice (and a good idea) to see them + others all compiles. It was a great run!

[@aslye]

Can’t wait to see what your channel brings us on quarantine day 50

[@existing3035]

Day 50... lol

[@christianlarsen7872]

@@existing3035 still here.. lol

[@AwesomeMan2696]

@@christianlarsen7872 right.. if only it lasted only those 50 days lol

[@florian8782]

@@AwesomeMan2696 3 months later

[@feydeway]

😬😬😬

[@omerfcelik]

Thanks for keeping us entertained in times like this. Stay safe Snazzy!

[@snazzy]

Will do! You too! 👊

[@Break.]

Great video snazz! I remember most of these from all of your other mac tips videos (which is what made me find your channel years ago) but I still watched it all and loved it!

[@JacksMacintosh]

21:15 for making the little sound when adjusting volume, it should say hold shift, not the space bar. How you managed to absolutely nail every other one is beyond me. Awesome video!

[@numanaminmehr5266]

I can't hear it neither with shift nor with spacebar lol

[@fjoseantunes]

@@numanaminmehr5266 You must have MacOSX. Thanks.

[@patgreen1309]

Thanks I'd thought it was because I was using an old mac it didn't work, shift now works for me. It's useful to see if a bluetooth speaker is working.

[@andymiller1597]

anytime i consider leaving macos for windows i just watch one of these

[@felobazo24]

Best comment by far

[@kurnma3776]

Just bootcamp Windows on the mac.

[@MrMarcetLP]

Why would you ever considering this? :D I am on windows and i love watching those mac tips, because macOS is so much superior. Its just so well thought out that using windows makes me sad. :D

[@akshaybiju7498]

@@MrMarcetLP I was like you a few months ago, but now I Got my m1 MacBook Pro and am loving it. Hope you can get one too!

[@MrMarcetLP]

@@akshaybiju7498 Lol short after the comment i got myself a M1 Macbook Air, because i don't need the pro. It's amazing! Have a fun time with yours.

[@moneszka326]

Migrated from Windows to Mac, watching the video, taking notes and trying out the features. Can't thank you enough. More like this please!

[@georgepriv7674]

Just as I was looking for something. This good video shows up.

[@michel_jjj3852]

4:30 You can also add programs to the toolbar and than open files with that program by dragging the file to the icon of said program

[@ManuRedd]

thanks!!

[@DennySantos23]

I love these kinds of videos. It really helps me take advantage of all that mac offers and understand how to get the most of the OS. These are much appreciated.

[@isaiahmacadam]

I need to study these videos more frequently, so much value in them. Thank you!

[@vedrankin4184]

...and then on top of all, he adds all shortcuts in description bellow. What a master! This is true piece of art! :) Thank you

[@rohandhar967]

“DCIM underscore whatever the Fffff ... the umm, image number is” Phew, close save from demonetization

[@R3b0rn83]

The Fffdfdf- duck do you mean!? :D

[@thockyslush]

i was literally looking through your videos trying to find relevant mac tips your timing is impeccable

[@izgirtygmail7036]

i've been using mac forever, and honestly this is one of the best videos and you actually improved my "experience" using mac... i'm actually saving this video in my playlist... thanks nelson 👍

[@FlyinWyland]

Have to thank you for this. A lot of these will come in handy since I'm starting to get into travel blogging, and managing the content before editing will be much easier with a lot of these tips.

[@charlesbouldin3087]

This is a great video and the timeline links to each tip makes this SO much more useful. Great job!

[@gavination_domination]

This guide is AWESOME! And very well timed for me. I'm a Windows guy trying to make it big in New MacOS City, so this is huge for me. Thanks, Quinn.

[@pedrosimas2642]

this channel has a signature. That means a lot. Great job as always, mate

[@ivarun]

One of the finest video I have watched during this lockdown period ❤️

[@reinaortega7464]

So glad I found this video! I NEEDED the command + to enlarge my files in list view. Thank you!!!

[@KeiferStreet]

This is the best video ever. Smart Folders changed my life and even the little things like three finger drag. I'm all for it. Thanks Snazzy Labs!

[@yt_bharat]

True mac master, one of the most authentic videos i ve ever come across for real legitimate mac tips. Thanks 😊

[@SpontaneityJD]

This is by far, the most useful video on KZbin

[@m1st3r_ID]

Thanks a million, the Dock transition/reveal delay tip made my day!

[@jacobwinter1545]

When using PIP in Safari, if you hold down the Command key, you can drag it to wherever you want and it won't snap to the corners.

[@RobertObuchUk]

Wow

[@Shanboss277]

God bless

[@name3869]

@@Shanboss277 Wow, I really commented this a year ago.

[@2000GHz]

This video is just... incredible, I've been using Windows for 16 years now and I'm new to macOS, these tips are making my transition waaaaaay easier, just thank you so much for making videos like this, keep it up, love you channel

[@flavio___lira]

Thank you, Quinn!! I'm so much more productive because of your tips! I have my dock auto-hiding on the side now, never thought I'd get to that!

[@benjaminkessler3337]

Just getting back to Mac and needed some good refresher work. A lot of great tips here! Thanks 😊

[@thomasmcgill6918]

Wow, tremendous amount of work went into creating this. Thanks

[@lodedh9227]

I've just bought a MBP 16 and your tips and tricks are awesome, thanks a lot dude

[@stephenbutler9432]

I began making the switch over the mac machines for work and school and this list helped me out big time. You da best!

[@ignaciosantana251]

Hey Quinn, thank you so much for this video. I also watched your previous videos regarding mac tips, quite helpful.

[@david57989]

Wow! Thanks so much, I learned a tone. The shortcut trick with changing the thumbnail was dope! You have a new subscriber.👍🏼

[@deanmountford]

Thank you for the info about screensharing, extremely helpful!

[@justgoey6872]

Awesome Quin! Watching this kind of content from you since I was a bloody Mac-Noob years ago!

[@adrianspeaks4142]

Absolutely AMAZING video. Thank you for the overload of helpful tips.

[@SleepyRaccoon]

Why am I watching this? I don't even use MacOS.

[@HidrogenoyMau]

Because of Quinn's soothing voice

[@MrKelsomatic]

This is like Bob Ross for nerds.

[@jimjimx5418]

Than go watch your god, Linus, and change your motherboard, PSU, or even the stupid case. Mac users don’t need to do any of that.

[@willre00]

jim jimx chill

[@dahlola]

Haha, I use Mac but sometimes watch tips for Windows and I usually know more about Windows than people who use it

[@JoloNavarro]

These tips are great! Most of them I don’t know, thanks Quinn!! ❤️

[@samcarmel6975]

Honestly, this video blew my mind. As a new Mac user, I look forward to taking in your knowledge and increasing my efficiency!

[@MichaelJuska]

Awesome. This has blown my mind and changed how I will use my Mac forever. I finally learnt something useful during lockdown!

[@LivingImage]

Thank you for your wonderful content as always. Have learned a lot from the tutorials like this. Recently have dared to create my channel for making tech related contents for my community. Thanks again. You are awesome!

[@paulconlon6322]

Great tips, only had my iMac a week, but this has been the best video and reduced my workflow dramatically Thanks for that - keep up the great work!

[@HarrisonGray]

I could genuinely watch a 10 hour video of you with these Mac tips 😂

[@spiritualgeek]

Thank you for this. I've noted a few I didn't know existed. Awesome video!

[@Wookiemonsterfreak]

Yay! I don’t have to flip through numerous videos trying to remember where I saw that tech tip. Now, I can browse this master compilation!

[@josephs9339]

Love the video. Very useful. Awesome job as always!!

[@jugaadusapere1610]

You are one of the best when it comes to MacOS tips. You’re the Master of Mac🎉 kudos to you for creating such in depth videos👏🏻

[@CorbisVids]

Amazing Vid!!! Thank you so much for putting all these tips together, there‘s everything in there.

[@1lifeline1]

I have a mac since 2012 & i learned so much new from your new video :) the hidden files shortcut is so awesome :D

[@beingwinston]

Thanks heaps Bro! Since this is a long one, I'm going to skip it for now and watch it when I'm super bored in the next 4 weeks of lockdown! TC!

[@rodolphemuller8758]

incredible massive work, just a fan of your work man

[@DennySantos23]

Thank you for making al of these videos to help us and learn all these mac tips to make us better users. Gracias.

[@tarunkumaar625]

I don't even own a Mac, yet I continue to watch all these tip videos. Mac seems to have much better search features and a lot of cool customisability even though it sucks in other areas.

[@angelostsa]

YOU RE IN MY MIND SNAZ! You re a quality content creator, in this rain of online shit out there. Kudos

[@jarvistech7279]

Awesome video and very very informative and helpful... thanks pal

[@ajburdett882]

Omg I've just bought MacBook and was watching a few of your Mac tips videos tying to make notes 😂This video is a god send, thank you!

[@reymystorioable]

Thats the stuff I was searching for, condensed information! Thank you very much

[@donnation]

Wow, thank you man, this was great. Smart Folders are a game changer for me!! If I had only known sooner.

[@kingwoods385]

Just transitioned from Windows to MacOs, super helpful video!!

[@mewintle]

Thank you! I just came back to the Mac for the first time in a decade (since the OSX beta in 2000). I’m a network engineer and I’ve been stuck in the Windows world. I finally made the leap back with an M1 MacBook Air. I’m loving the laptop, but I’ve been struggling with the UI-I think more than a new user. :) This video really helps me with just the right level of tech expertise. I really appreciate it.

[@krelyan9750]

This video is amazing! Thank you very much for the compilation.

[@superbere]

This is one of my favorite videos on KZbin

[@okhouri]

Absolutely amazing video. Incredibly helpful

[@Dawar00]

One of your best videos - thanks a lot.

[@oterotube13]

It hasn't started, but I was waiting for this. Thanks.

[@edplat2367]

I previously worked in I.T. And knew a bunch of these but I learned a whole lot more. I think he search tips are especially good. Nice video.

[@kdiaz8054]

This was incredible. I learn a lot. Thank you!

[@oliverfasola19]

So glad to see another one of these!

[@Brett_is_Veng]

fantastically helpful vid. Its always something i have struggled with in Mac is the black art of the shortcuts and its nice to have some help. Some of the older vids of your tips were probably before i subscribed. Thanks for the help

[@volodymyrcuza9994]

Thanks a lot for the extremely useful video!!! You're truly a technical genius!

[@SaltAndVi]

The tip to make the dock appear faster if sooo damn good! Seemed way to sluggish to me, and now I absolutely love it. Thank you so much!

[@hailahong3021]

Man. I love those kind of videos.

[@jsnam8139]

Damn, so much info in a single video! Keep it up man! And, stay safe 😊

[@AnesuC]

Me watching these to get ideas on what to put in my project OS hahaha. Keep up the good work. This si literally TV Show episode length haha

[@techtim]

Awesome job on this Quinn!!

[@fangzhi_zhao]

Can't believe I actually finished watching the whole video. Very cool tips.

[@Radonio]

I thought you weren't going to do another, love it!

[@chrispage3803]

Great summery. I will be back seeing as my brain is a sieve. Thank you for just moving on so quick to the next thing. Crammed a lot in there.

[@HoppiHopp]

This is so great! I learned quite a lot new nifty tricks.

[@pixelflowx]

Just thought when there couldn't be any more Mac tips... and they're still tech tips too. Don't tell Linus.

[@XamaL1]

It was a pleasure watching it, amazing! Thank you!

[@pranshul67]

Extremely Helpful. Thanks

[@TheWrongButton]

Was about to start taking notes but then I noticed all the timestamps in the description. This much information condensed into a video is amazing!

[@TheDarklordHimself]

excellent video, thank you so much for all the effort! it's a great resource for people trying to learn

[@twitchster77]

Man I love this video

[@Gordanyeung]

Finally, this video cover something I knew before

[@Dresling]

Really great video. A must-see for new people to the platform. Also I learned tons myself.

[@snazzy]

Cheers, Andreas!

[@xawnia]

So glad there are more people out there that use 3-finger drag. Apple should really add this to their iPad Trackpad options as well. Thanks for the quick show-hide of the Dock, that’s handy!

[@PhilipJongejan]

Option clicking for boolean criteria in smart folder searches is life changing! I tested it in Music too, and now i can make better Smart Playlists! THANK YOU QUINN!!!!!!

[@ManyFunAdventures]

As a recent convert to Mac from Windows (30+ years) this video is extremely helpful. THANK YOU. 👍

[@ban6756]

I don't even own a Mac, but your videos are great and it's great to support your work and still learn some good stuff! Thank you, and Wash your Hands!

[@snazzy]

Thanks so much! 🧼

[@murtadha96]

This video is literally a treasure!