Apple Macintosh OSX HELP
- Mac Basics: The essentials
- Mac Basics: The Finder
- OS X: About Finder Tabs
- Mac Basics: Desktop
- Mac Basics: The Dock
- Mac Basics: Stacks
- Mac Basics: Mission Control
- Mac Basics: Launchpad is the fast way to find and open your apps
- Mac Basics: Dashboard gives you quick access to frequently used info
- OS X Mavericks: Switch Control helps you navigate your Mac
- Mac Basics: Exposé (OS X v10.6 and earlier)
- OS X keyboard shortcuts
- Mac notebooks: Key placement & functions
- Mac Basics: Multi-Touch gestures
- Mac Basics: Dictation lets you speak text instead of typing
- Mac Basics: About icons in OS X
- Mac Basics: Customize the Dock
- Mac Basics: Change your desktop
- Mac Basics: Modify your windows
- Mac Basics: Set your preferences
- Mac Basics: Change your screen saver
- OS X: Taking pictures of your screen
- Mac Basics: Spotlight
- Mac Basics: File Sharing
- Mac Basics: Applications, files, and folders (OS X Lion)
- OS X Lion: About Auto Save and Versions
- Mac Basics: Time Machine backs up your Mac
- OS X v10.5, v10.6: How to back up and restore your files
- OS X: What is "other" space in About This Mac?
- OS X Mavericks: About Activity Monitor
- OS X: About Network Utility
- OS X: About Gatekeeper
- OS X: About FileVault 2
- Updating OS X and Mac App Store apps
- Mac App Store: Finding your purchased apps
- How to resume interrupted iTunes Store downloads
- Mac Basics: Preview
- Mac Basics: TextEdit
- Mac Basics: iChat
- Mac Basics: Messages
- Mac Basics: Notification Center
- Mac Basics: iMovie
- iMovie (2013): Video card compatibility
- Mac Basics: DVD Player
- Mac Basics: QuickTime Player
- Mac Basics: Font Book
- Mac Basics: Address Book
- Mac Basics: iCal (OS X Lion and earlier)
- Mac Basics: Maps app helps you find your destination
- Using Game Center
- iOS and OS X: Using Game Center behind a firewall
Sleep, Standby, Power Nap Info: - Why your Mac might not sleep or stay in sleep mode
- Mac computers: About standby mode
- Mountain Lion: About Power Nap
Internet, Browsers, Mail, iCloud: - Internet Quick Assist
- Mac Basics: Connecting to the Internet
- Mac Basics: Safari 5.1
- Mac Basics: Safari 6 in OS X Mountain Lion
- Safari: About Internet plug-in management
- OS X Mavericks: Set up iCloud, Twitter, Facebook, and other Internet accounts
- OS X: How to connect with File Sharing using SMB
- Solutions for connecting to the Internet, setting up a small network, and troubleshooting
- OS X: About the "Are you sure you want to open it?" alert (File Quarantine / Known Malware Detection)
- Mac Basics: Mail (OS X Mountain Lion)
- Mac Basics: Mail (Mac OS X v10.6 and earlier)
- iCloud: Using your @icloud.com email address
- iCloud: Troubleshooting iCloud Mail
- iCloud: Troubleshooting iCloud Keychain
- iCloud: Configuring Mail with Mac OS X v10.6 or iOS 4
- iCloud: Using OS X Mail to move, delete, or copy iCloud email
- iCloud: Security and privacy overview
- iCloud: Identifying and filtering junk mail
- Identifying fraudulent "phishing" email
- iCloud: Why am I getting junk mail (spam)?
- iOS: Adding an email account
- iOS: Troubleshooting Mail
- iOS: Setting up an Outlook.com, Hotmail, Live, or MSN email account
FaceTime for Mac and iOS (iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch): - FaceTime for Mac: About HD video calling
- FaceTime for Mac: Troubleshooting FaceTime
- iOS: Using FaceTime
- iOS: Troubleshooting FaceTime
- iOS: Troubleshooting FaceTime and iMessage activation
Printing and AirPrint (Wireless Printers): - Mac 101: Printing (OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard)
- Mac Basics: Printing in OS X Mountain Lion & OS X Lion
- Troubleshooting printer issues in OS X
- OS X: Connecting a Wi-Fi printer to your Wi-Fi network
- AirPrint Basics (with list of compatible printers)
- Printer and scanner software available for download
Wireless Networking and Bluetooth: - Wi-Fi Quick Assist
- How to troubleshoot Wi-Fi connectivity
- About Wireless Diagnostics (OS X 10.8.4 and later)
- Recommended settings for Wi-Fi routers and access points
- AirPort Express frequently asked questions (FAQ)
- WiFi and Bluetooth: Potential sources of interference
- Wi-Fi: Unable to connect to an 802.11n Wi-Fi network
- How to set up and configure AirPort Express for AirPlay and iTunes
- AirPort Utility software and firmware downloads
- Bluetooth: How to set up your Apple Wireless Keyboard
- Bluetooth: How to set up your Apple Wireless Mouse or Magic Trackpad
- Apple Wireless Keyboards and Mouse: System Requirements (now archived)
- Wireless input devices: Bluetooth frequently asked questions
- Troubleshooting wireless mouse and keyboard issues
iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch related WiFi/Bluetooth: - iOS: Understanding Control Center
- iOS: Configuring advanced network settings in iOS setup assistant
- iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections
- iOS: How to troubleshoot Bluetooth connections
- iOS: Third-party Bluetooth accessories (setup/troubleshooting)
Connecting/Using Scanners, Cameras, Camcorders: - Mac Basics: Using a scanner
- Mac Basics: Connect your camera or camcorder
- How to Troubleshoot iSight (Camera)
Audio, Music, DVDs, iTunes Setup and Media Sharing: - DVD or CD sharing: Using Remote Disc
- Apple Computers: Troubleshooting the slot-loading SuperDrive
- Mac Basics: DVD Player
- Setting up iTunes and DVD Player for digital surround sound
- OS X: Using captioning features in Mavericks
- OS X Mavericks: Some files may be converted when opened in QuickTime Player
- About iTunes Radio
- iTunes: How to share music and video
- About Playing iTunes music with AirPlay
- iTunes 11: Frequently used features
- iTunes: Possible iTunes Store errors
- Troubleshooting iTunes installation on OS X
- Resolve issues between iTunes and security software
- Where are my iTunes files located?
- iTunes for Mac: Moving your iTunes Media folder
- iTunes: How to move your music to a new computer
- How to find and remove duplicate items in your iTunes library
- iTunes in the Cloud, iTunes Match, and iTunes Radio availability
- iTunes: Restoring iOS software
- iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for OS X
- Resolve specific iTunes update and restore errors
- Resolve iOS update and restore errors in iTunes
- If you can't update or restore your iOS device
- iOS: If you can't back up or restore from a backup in iTunes
- How to use multiple iPhone, iPad, or iPod devices with one computer
Audio Interfaces/Input and Output Tips: - Mac Basics: Connecting a home stereo, iPod, iPad, musical instruments or speakers
- How to combine multiple audio interfaces by creating an aggregate device
- How to combine multiple audio interfaces by creating an aggregate device on OS X v10.5 Leopard
- MacBook/Pro 13": How to use the combination audio port for an audio input device
AirPlay Setup and Troubleshooting: - Using AirPlay
- iTunes: Using AirPlay
- About AirPlay Mirroring in OS X
- iOS: How to use AirPlay Mirroring
- Troubleshooting AirPlay and AirPlay Mirroring
- iTunes: About playing music with AirPlay
- Apple TV (2nd and 3rd gen): Understanding AirPlay settings
- How to set up and configure AirPort Express for AirPlay and iTunes
Info on AirDrop for Macs and iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch: - Mac Basics: AirDrop helps you share items with others nearby
- iOS: Use AirDrop to wirelessly share content
Home Sharing Setup and Troubleshooting: - Troubleshooting Home Sharing
- iTunes: Setting up Home Sharing on your computer
- iTunes: How to share music and video
- Setting up Home Sharing on your iOS device
Mac Monitor/TV Tips and Troubleshooting: - Learn about overscan and underscan
- Using 4K displays and TVs with Mac computers
- Using multiple displays in OS X Mavericks
- Apple computers: Troubleshooting issues with video on internal or external displays
- Target Display Mode: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Mac Mini specific tips on HDMI/Audio/TV: - Mac mini: About HDMI audio and headphones
- Connecting headphones or external speakers to your Mac mini
- Mac mini (Early 2006 and later): Connecting to a television
- Mac mini (Mid 2010 and later): Frequently asked questions about HDMI
Mac Ports and Connectors, Adapters, Mini DisplayPort, ThunderBolt: - Mac Basics: Ports and connectors
- Mac mini (Late 2012): External ports and connectors
- Mac mini (Power PC): external ports and connectors (Archived)
- iMac (Late 2012 and later): External features, ports and connectors
- Apple Mini DisplayPort adapters: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
- Thunderbolt ports and displays: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
- Apple Thunderbolt Adapters: Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Mac USB and Firewire Info: - USB and FireWire Quick Assist
- Using USB 3 devices on Mac computers FAQ
- OS X: Identifying USB ports on your Mac (Using System Info)
Apple Hardware Test, Apple Diagnostics, Recovery Mode, Safe Boot: (see above for WiFi diagnostics) - Using Apple Hardware Test (w/pre-2013 Intel-based Macs)
- Using Apple Diagnostics (with 2013 Macs and later)
- Apple Diagnostics: Reference (error) codes
- OS X Mountain Lion: Use Apple Diagnostics or Apple Hardware Test
- Mac computers: About startup tones
- Troubleshooting: My computer won't turn on
- OS X: What is Safe Boot, Safe Mode?
- OS X: About OS X Recovery
- OS X: About Recovery Disk Assistant
- OS X: How to erase and install
- OS X Mountain Lion: Reinstall OS X
- Guide to Installing OS X on an external volume
- Creating a bootable OS X installer in OS X Mavericks
Zapping the PRAM and Resetting the SMC: - About NVRAM and PRAM (and Resetting)
- Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
Info on Mac Notebook Batteries: - Mac notebooks: All about batteries
Apple TV Tips and Troubleshooting: - About Apple TV and HDCP
- How to rent a movie from the iTunes Store on Apple TV
- Apple TV: Depending on country, what content can I buy or rent from iTunes Store?
- How to purchase TV shows, movies, music, and music videos on Apple TV (1st gen)
- Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation): Guide to ports and connectors
- Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation): How to use your Apple remote for Apple TV
- Apple TV: Using a third-party remote control
- Apple TV (2nd and 3rd gen): Understanding AirPlay settings
- Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation): Troubleshooting video issues
- Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation): Troubleshooting playback performance
- Apple TV (3rd gen): Using an iOS device to set up your Apple TV
- Apple TV: Understanding podcast syncing with iOS and iTunes
- Apple TV: Third-party content provider information
- Apple TV: How to change the language
- Apple TV (2nd and 3rd generation): Restoring your Apple TV
- Apple TV: Unable to restore using iTunes (with Tips)
iCloud Archiving, Backup and Restoring: - About SyncServices (Cloud only in OS X 10.9/Mavericks)
- iCloud: System requirements
- iCloud: iCloud security and privacy overview
- iCloud: Archiving or making copies of your iCloud data
- iCloud: Understanding Backup alert messages
- iCloud: Understanding alert messages when restoring from an iCloud Backup
- iCloud: Troubleshooting missing content after a restore
- iCloud: Troubleshooting restoring an iCloud backup
- iCloud: Deleting an iCloud backup
- iCloud: Unsaved documents in Apple apps that use Documents in the Cloud are automatically saved to iCloud
- iOS: Back up and restore your iOS device with iCloud or iTunes
iCloud Calendar, Reminders and Contacts: - iCloud: Troubleshooting iCloud Calendar
- iCloud: Troubleshooting iCloud Contacts
- iCloud: Troubleshooting Find My Friends
- iCloud: Troubleshooting iCloud Reminders and Tasks
- Recovering iCloud contacts, calendars, bookmarks from iTunes backup of iOS device
iCloud Photo Stream: - iCloud: My Photo Stream FAQ
- iCloud: My Photo Stream troubleshooting
- iCloud: How to delete photos from Photo Stream
- Troubleshooting iCloud Photo Sharing and Shared Photo Streams
Migrating Data from an earlier OS X to a later OS X Version: - OS X: How to migrate data from another Mac using (OS X 10.9) Mavericks
- OS X: How to migrate data from another Mac using Mountain Lion & earlier
Migrating Data from Windows to a Mac: - About Windows Migration Assistant
- Switch Basics: Moving from Windows Explorer to the Finder
- Switch Basics: Migrate your Windows files or system to your Mac
- Switch Basics: On Windows, I used to...
Using Bootcamp to run Windows on a Mac: - Mac Basics: Using Windows on your Mac via Boot Camp
- Boot Camp 5: Frequently asked questions
- Boot Camp 4, OS X Lion/Mountain Lion: Frequently asked questions
- Boot Camp: Installing Windows 7 Frequently Asked Questions
- Boot Camp: Frequently asked questions about installing Windows 8
- Macs with Fusion drive: How to find BOOTCAMP partition in Windows installer
- What to Do If your iPhone/iPad/Mac is Lost or Stolen (and Before):
- How to make your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch more secure
- Reporting a lost or stolen Apple product
- iCloud: Find My iPhone overview
- iCloud: Troubleshooting Find My iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac
- Using and troubleshooting Back to My Mac with your iCloud account
- Back to My Mac: "Double NAT" configurations may prevent Back to My Mac connections
- Before Selling or Giving Away your Mac or iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch:
- What to do before selling or giving away your Mac
(also Deauthorize the machine if it was authorized for protected/iTunes content) - What to do before selling or giving away your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
- Transferring info from your current iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to a new device
- iPad/iPhone/iPod Touch: How to back up your data and set up your device as a new device
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