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OS X Lion dictionary integration

by Peter on July 25, 2011

in OSX

Here’s a quick tip showing how to use the new integrated dictionary in OS X Lion

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OS X Lion mouse and trackpad scrolling

by Peter on July 22, 2011

in Apple

Is Lion’s new approach to mouse and trackpad scrolling driving you nuts? Here’s how to put it back to the way it was in Snow Leopard.

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This quick tip shows you how to turn on the Show Related Message feature by default in Lion’s new Mail app

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OSX Spotlight: the launcher

by Peter on April 15, 2011

in OSX

Spotlight, the built in search tool for OSX can also be used as a program launcher, this short tutorial shows you how

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iPhoto quick tip: revert to original

by Peter on March 18, 2011

in OSX

Learn how to view the original image when editing a photo in iPhoto

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Adding Folders and Other Files to the Dock

by Peter on December 17, 2010

in OSX

Get more out of the Dock is OSX, this quick tutorial shows you how to add files and folders to your Dock.

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Watch this video post to learn how to use Expose on your mac to view and manage lots of open programs.

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Disable automatic login in OSX

by Peter on November 16, 2010

in OSX

This post is part of the Mac Quick Tips Series. When you get your shining new Mac and initially set it up, it will by default be set to have an automatic login. Meaning when the machine boots up it won’t ask for a username and password. In this _really_ quick tip you’ll see how to [...]

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4 Dictionary Tricks for Mac OSX

by Peter on November 15, 2010

in OSX

The dictionary on Mac OSX is a feature that is usually overlooked. I will admit that I never really used it that much until I started blogging. Now I use it all the time. And I have learned some cool, but easy tricks for the dictionary that have come in very handy for me. Let [...]

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New series of Quick Tips for Mac OS X

by Peter on November 9, 2010

in News,OSX

This week we’re launching a new section on AppleLife.tv called “Mac Quick Tips”. While there are many longer tutorials on the site, there are a lot of tips that are really handy but they don’t warrant a full on tutorial. The new series gets a launch with 2 great tips:- some ideas on how to [...]

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