Mac Settings That ACTUALLY Make A Difference

[@FromSergio]

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[@harryruckus]

Appreciate your video, great work. It’s just that.. come on you know Clean My Mac is freaking crap. I know you guys need to make some money from the work you put into this videos but „recommending“ this BS somehow counteracts with the knowledge you have and spread. (no hate, don’t want to be rude)

[@luxlashadmin5396]

@@harryruckus damn its that bad? the way it looks in the video makes the damn thing look amazing. ☹

Hi, I am looking for a solution on how to sort files by Photos Capture Time instead of Created (it's the time when I exported). I can find this time at file info, but can't sort by it. Thanks.

[@jayhaz69]

cleanmymac is trash. Bought a license and when I updated the OS they locked me out of the software until I bought it again.

[@AleX_StarO]

Hello! How do you create those cool video effects, especially when creating window perspectives in macos?

[@Kenooe]

I liked the video in record time: 10 seconds in and he goes to the point. No long intros. Full of useful facts. 10/10

[@FromSergio]

:)

[@tajwarkhan4822]

Here goes the best Mac video ever. No extra talking, no bs. Thank you very much.

[@FromSergio]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@akhilesht846]

Exactly!! superb video. Thanks @FromSergio

[@defaultname171]

My absolute favorite tip that I would like to add is to create a "Screenshot" folder, and route all screenshots to go there rather than create desktop clutter.

[@huntermacias2023]

You can already do this. Press "cmd+shift+5" to bring up screenshot tool, then select "options", then select "choose location" boom all done

[@Humiliated1234]

Thank you for this this was actually helpful​@@huntermacias2023

[@riditnimdia13]

Mac users have so many unnecessary issues

[@skaterzrule4]

@@riditnimdia13coming from a lifetime user of windows and using Mac for work, you don’t think windows has any unnecessary issues? Or annoying bugs? Different strokes bro

[@riccardopagliaro9035]

I recently bought a MacBook and I'm still learning to use it, can I ask you how to do the screenshot folder thing?

[@samueltremblay275]

I definitively learn a couple of new tricks: - A better finder organization - Control keys combined with hot corners - Dock preferences removing the genie effect and minimize in application - Greater spotlight control even if I use Alfred - Flux with I use on Windows but didn't know it could be a good option on Mac too - Reminding me to use Widgets on desktop :D - And many more... Thanks!

[@brithegenius]

I’m only 3 minutes in and impressed how straightforward and simple this video is! I’ve had Mac for years and learning some new tricks and tips! Thank you!

[@_Aelys]

I owned a mac for over 10 years, but I’ve learned some new things here. Great tips, keep up the good work.

[@basserstaunt9003]

Same, also very concise presentation with the purpose becoming clear (pros/cons) i.e. smart corners, folder search

[@socialwill]

A few more suggestions: - Under Finder Preferences enable the setting to keep folders on top vs mixed with file names. (Optional for desktop) - Under Control Center enable the battery option for control center and hide it for the task bar to remove an icon. Still show up in control center. - In the same area customize Date and Time to remove AM/PM and day of week to save more space on menu bar

[@daldilaimi]

Oh my goodness! This is one of the best Mac videos on KZbin. Super informative and plenty of new information. You earned a subscription 👍🏽👏🏽

[@musayildiz34]

Beautiful ❤

[@FromSergio]

Thank you!!!

[@Joe_Yang564]

Wait, in this video, there is zero bullshit. Amazing.

[@FromSergio]

I feel you! It's a good thing I hate it too as a viewer so I'm unable to do it as a creator!

[@electragex]

After being a windows user for past 8 to 10 years especially because of gaming and stuff, buying M3 MacBook pro tomorrow for college, got to watch the video, it was amazing.

[@theganeshpatil]

First Step: Change to Dark Mode 🌑

[@drucejnr]

Thank you so much for showing how to change the drag options! I haven't had a Mac in almost a decade but I distinctly remember having that function and didn't know if there was a setting buried somewhere on my new M2 MBA. thanks again so much mate

[@kailodee]

This was a wildly informational video, I had to stop a couple times for each of the features to make sure that I adjusted and added them. Super valuable thanks😊

[@FromSergio]

Great to hear! :)

[@alexandrinamehandzhiyska6947]

One of the few videos on the topic that is actually immensely helpful. I didn't know about the "Recents" folder fix or the mouse adjustments. Everything works much more seamlessly now. Thank you so much!

[@magnessskippton2509]

I watch these type of videos sometimes. But unlike most of the others, I actually picked up a few useful tips and applied to my system. Will be checking out other videos from this channels.

[@FromSergio]

Great to hear! :)

[@MrAmad3us]

It’s rare that a video is actually 80% useful to me. Haha!

[@JackLauricourt]

I’m 2:31 in, so far I’ve shared the video, liked and just appreciate everything you’ve said without a super long intro. This is perfect, many thanks! 🙌🏼

[@laramonique3352]

I just wanted to let you know that your videos are absolutely marvelous! They've been such a huge help to me, and I really appreciate the effort and creativity you put into each one. Keep up the amazing work-it's making a real difference.

[@gozdeuysal7374]

Sergio you know what you are talking about! After a series of useless tips, finally someone taught me how to make the best out of my Macbook. Thank you!

[@cchana]

I've been using a Mac for 18 years and never thought to look at customising the Finder window to this level of detail before. I'd only ever customised the sidebar a little by removing a few things and adding common locations. Have adjusted Finder now, will be interesting to see if I feel any difference as a lot of the options were lost on me anyway.

[@MH-ij9lx]

I wasn't expecting this to be as good as it was. Immediately applied many of these settings especially the finder menu ones. Thanks!

[@brithegenius]

I’m only 3 minutes in and impressed how straightforward and simple this video is! Thank you!

[@DiastroYT]

Replacing the native Recents by your own Smart Folder is utterly brilliant, I am absolutely implementing this one. Great video, subbed 👌👌

[@ChristianBarresi]

Do you have a purple "Recents" folder within the Smart Folder? When I created mine, it showed up in there and it's basically an unclickable placeholder.

[@DiastroYT]

Hey @@ChristianBarresi, sorry for the late reply! I do indeed have a purple folder within the Smart Folder, and nothing happens when you click on it. But it's not getting in the way. One additional tip I can give you is to play around with the Grouping options within finder. In addition to sorting, you can group items by many different proporties like file type, app, etc. Many of these options will also kind of hide the purple folder from view. It's a simple workaround and a great under-utilized Finder feature!

[@starfire9552]

Dude, I haven’t seen a better video about Mac advices in a big while. Thank you very much!

[@Arsalan_2210]

I loved how you explained the features of Finder app. Now I also use list view, I did not know there was an option to view folders and documents in list format. Thanks a lot. love from India!

[@shivakella]

What a tut, awesome and to the point. Did 95% of what he did. Super useful. Thanks a bunch lad.

[@james.tupper]

This has to be one of the best reference videos for Mac that I've come across. Well done!

[@jameskendall74]

been using macs for 25 years but that was really helpful, thanks.

[@brianperticari]

Hands down the most useful mac video ever!

[@jainslopez]

Dude, this is actually helpful. Thanks for the tips and advice. I didn't even know you can do most of these things. Mind Blowing! Thanks Man!

[@addchieve5815]

Thank you for just giving the relevant information without all the extra stuff we don't need. You do a great job! I made all the changes and I will subscribe!!

[@fvkjoel]

I'm actually shocked by how genuinely helpful and great this video is. Thank you!

[@smile768]

I could watch this a number of times and still learn new tricks

[@ntzjst97]

Priceless tutorial! Now I like my Mac again.

[@abaddon319]

Omg this video was super informative without being too long. I love it and now I want to change some settings too. Definite sub for me cuz of this.

[@judyhorn8586]

Great video. I am sitting here with my new MacPro and following along. I must confess I had to replay many sections in order to execute the feature. Thank you.

[@cincodemanny]

Just bought me a new Mac Mini. This video is JUST what i needed :D

[@Tootfarangi]

*Mac user for 14 years and still learned some useful tips and tricks from this video. thanks.*

[@maksymkaminski8757]

CONFIRM. I have all these settings implemented many years ago and I confirm that all settings in this video are MUST HAVE change on your macos. Good job, thanks for this video! 😊

[@MatthewTyndall]

Great video with actual useful info for someone that has been using a mack for 19 years. Bookmarking this for each computer I own.

[@FromSergio]

Glad to hear it! 🙏

[@sshah2545]

Man this is quality content. Way to go. Make videos just like this, forever. MKBHD better watch out

[@FromSergio]

Too kind! :) Thank you!!

[@weatherlight8145]

"i need the colors to be as accurate as possible" - turns on nightshift

[@JhnyBravos]

Pretty sure he said off

[@saanvilat]

as someone who switched from window to mac, this vid. has been incredibly helpful! TY for this! 🤗

[@graveyg]

Great video. I’ve been a Mac user since the 1990s and I was surprised that I learned a few things. The Smart Folders setup is great. I also appreciate how quickly, but thoroughly, you went over all of your helpful tips. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.

[@javiazar]

I've been using a Mac as my everyday computer for 25 years and I still learned something new here. Fantastic! Subscribed.

[@daynerhoades]

I am new to the macOS world and these tips really helped me out make my Mac more useful for me. Thanks so much!

[@yuki-jw8mb]

Legit very helpful. I've never known these stuff and I own a macbook since 2017. Thank you! You earned a subscribe!

[@kaziarhab]

Thanks, that really helped. Now I got my Desktop back. Good video

[@nnkaz1k856]

I love you, man. Recently I moved from Windows to MacOS and that was not easy. You made my UX much better.

[@FromSergio]

🫡

[@MattRichard-s8l]

You're an excellent presenter. Thank you for being succinct. Keep content coming please!

[@MasJon-]

I dont even have a Mac yet (will be buying one soon) but this is still one of the best videos i have seen on something like this hands down. Straight to point and every single thing is useful and makes sense. Big W video

[@AkiJohannesViitala-r5h]

This is actually one of the best clips out there. Kudos!

[@bigchungus2728]

Most Mac tricks and tips are very obvious. But this one is amazing! The Finder tweaks are very helpful and overall solid video! Thank you and subscribed!

[@wolfgang4468]

Best video on this subject ever. I never knew of the three finger drag method. Would like to add that-as I just happened to find out-you can use this setting to mark text, too! Quite logical if you come to think of it. That's quite an improvement when not connecting a mouse! So thank you for making this quality content!

[@stht5158]

An actual useful video with no BS!!! So glad you came on my feed

[@FromSergio]

I appreciate that!

[@BearMetro]

Second video of yours ive seen with straight to the point useful tips. Thanks for the great content!

[@kulyashdahiya2529]

Damm... loved it even more when you showed we can use Hot KEYS with HOT Corners. This video is gem. Commenting again. Thanks Man.

[@mr.alex_g-g]

so glad i am not the only nerd here :) our setup overlaps about 90%

[@jsnadrian]

bro ive had macs for decades, and didnt know half of this stuff was available. thanks so much!

[@lukeburland]

This is a perfect example of a great vid for Mac tips that are seriously useful. Big thanks. I’ll be watching this again and changing a few things. 👍

[@SisiphoGraham]

incredibly helpful and a very logical way to optimise your user experience with your Mac- thank you soo much! *instant subscribe*

[@Bird2920]

TL;DR I approve these Mac Settings (as if my opinion has any weight) I was agreeing with all the things until you were said to create your own recents folder; I raised my eyebrow because I use it so much. As soon as I followed your suggestions and suddenly I had a folder that was ACTUALLY more useable than I expected, I hit subscribe and like. Thank you! It isn't very often that I am surprised by the results of "Mac Settings That ACTUALLY Make A Difference". I sincerely mean this when I say it, great job on providing suggestions that are actually useful and that feel like a fresh perspective 👆🏼❤

[@giacomosantos3178]

You are a genius for sharing the new recents folder!

[@ByjusGaming4K]

This is exactly what I needed. Thanks much, bro. Keep up the good work!

[@roneijunior2100]

This is such a life saver. Just bought my first Mac and you helped me a lot in my first settings. Thank you!

[@FromSergio]

Great to hear! :)

[@agffth]

Amazing video. The way you flowed from one thing to the next and the Mac was setup so you could make the change in real time for the viewer to see had took have taken some time to get right. That was great. I see so many videos where the changes are already made. Here you see the before and after all in real time. Very nice job!

[@FromSergio]

Thank you 🙏

[@JordanSchaeffer]

The three finger drag is an absolute game changer and should be on by default

[@Oceansta]

One of the better Mac Settings videos out there

[@tramm123]

Big thanks to this video. I just bought my first mac (20+years on windows) and this vid has a LOT of really useful tips. ❤

[@camilod]

Great video Sergio, super useful information. Any chance you can share where you got that wallpaper?

[@GroovePhiloIt]

Italian Mafia No BS tutorial! (If your Italian! if not disregard it!) great video and love the accent!

[@amineberrada7759]

One of the best Mac videos i've seen. Super clear and useful. Just subscribed. Keep up the good work 💪🏻

[@theprstc]

3-finger drag is THE most useful mac feature. Ever.

[@kulyashdahiya2529]

Best video for Recent Modifications, specially that Option button to turn + into three dots.

[@aaaaaa-qc9ot]

This is a great video with some really hidden and less known settings. Thanks.

[@PlacestobeVG]

Great video! I followed a lot of your suggestions. The 11-minute video took like 30 mins at the end haha

[@gijo2344]

I would say these are very useful for people who are used to windows. Thank you so much!

[@jessecohen1]

Navigating with columns instead of lists is so much faster

[@Alex-hv3ir]

Very nice video. I’ve been a Mac user for years now and I’ve watched plenty of video about Mac tips and customization but I still found useful stuff here like the recents folder personalization, finder tool bar, changing the default folder opened… Very good video ngl.

[@FromSergio]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@nothankyou88]

I bought a Macbook Pro 2019 Model in 2019. I've been using clean my mac from then all the way until now. Its connected to my computer and external hard drive clean my mac can even delete all your double files in your hard drives. Moral of the story my Macbook is 5 years old and it runs just as good as the day I bought it. Also retina display at 4k is still as good as it gets with mac so Im also up to date

[@ferrmium2514]

I really like your videos! Straight to the point, no bs

[@F1onan]

Thank you for not having a 10 minute intro! 🙏

[@ssrenan]

Trackpad tap to click and three finger drag are absolute musts. It gets on my nerves when I see someone NOT using this setup. I kinda like natural scrolling though. Great video, thanks.

[@BrunoDECOURCY]

I’ve learned so much!!! You have a new subscriber now!!!

[@stepanplachy5973]

Took me 1 hour to watch this video, because it's too good. :))

[@lang863]

amazing video! Even after several years of using Mac I learned a lot!! thanks!

[@sundarvs805]

I have been using everything as Mac Book default setting, this video changes my interface completely. Thanks for your effort, this has been very useful and informative video.

[@FromSergio]

Glad it helped!

[@biansta]

Props on the thumbnail shot. Absolute banger 👌

[@hanzo0252]

So sick of these videos where it’s stuff anyone who has used a Mac for a few months would know. THIS had new info for me as a long time user. Thank you!

[@renansouza3064]

Amazing video, a real game changer from a user who coming from Windows! Thank you.

[@rdr9999]

Always learn something new from you, Sergio. Great work on these videos, thanks!

[@mojotv11]

This has been one of the most informational videos I’ve seen on help. Thank you sir!

[@FromSergio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pallu83]

15 years using mac, I always thought Finder was a lost cause. Thanks!

[@nickrusso86]

Wow! This is one of the most useful Mac videos I've seen. Right to the point and easy to follow.

[@valhallaoutcast]

even as someone who has been using MacOS for 20 years these videos are good and remind me things I dont use and should or even learn new things good video

[@tking3]

Excellent video. Infromation packed! Keep it up.

[@Jac.th88]

Basically everything you mentioned in this video should come as default settings...

[@allisonwendell9942]

Very helpful especially to a new mac user. thank you.

[@hdtube7]

I have one on the way and have watched a bunch of these and this is by a mile the best one

[@Nuray0zturk]

Wow this was impressive and so much info in such a short time. Definitely will be watching it again to go over everything. Thanks for the effort, this was very useful.