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  1. brgjoe

    Which is better suited for machine just to do my financials (banking, purchasing, etc)?

    I was thinking of getting just a computer for banking/purchasing/taxes, etc. Just one device dedicated to just those purposes. Which would be more secure for that? And I know I am on a Mac-centric site, but there are a lot of people here who are a heck of a lot smarter than I am. So am...
  2. A

    TRIM questions

    I am looking for an external SSD / 40Gpbs Enclosure primarily to use with macos but after researching a lot I am still confused about the current status of TRIM. 1) If macos (Sequoia) does not support TRIM over USB then how does Samsung (T series) or other brands external SSDs support this...
  3. A

    Updated to Ventura using opencore legacy patcher. I need help!!

    So I have a 27" late 2015 iMac that was running the latest version of monterey. I needed to update to Ventura because my adobe lightroom, photoshop, and camera raw were no longer supported. I followed Mr. Macintosh YouTube video on how to install Ventura on an unsupported mac. I followed...
    • AlyssaR
    • Thread
    • 27in imac late 2015 help !! imac macos macos updat opencore legacy patcer ventura
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: iMac
  4. N

    Sharing a series of free macOS (14+) mini productivity apps

    Hi 👋 I’ve been building with Claude some macOS mini productivity apps to improve my own workflows as a designer/developer I figured why not share them with the community. I'm basing each in a different letter, maybe someday I'll have the whole alphabet: 1. Achico - File Compressor 📦 —...
  5. 9

    Manage bookmarks/favorites in Safari

    Safari doesn't allow users to drag/drop, rename, move, delete, or otherwise organize favorites among the folders on the favorites bar. For instance, you can drag a URL into a favorites folder on the menu bar, but you can't add it to a subfolder, or move it from one folder to another or edit its...
    • 94114
    • Thread
    • favorites macos safari
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: macOS
  6. M

    New Apple accessories do not work on older macOS versions

    Apperently the new accessories like the new Magic Mouse, Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad with USB type C does not work on earlier versions of macOS. On the website it is listed to work with OS X 10.11 or later, however this is incorrect. Apple is aware and is working on a fix. I am posting...
    • MarkHeijnekamp
    • Thread
    • macos magic keyboard magic mouse magic trackpad usbc
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: macOS
  7. J

    🖥️ Introducing Desktop Organizer: The App That Declutters Your Mac's Desktop - Your Feedback Welcome! 💬

    Do you find your Mac's desktop cluttered with countless files due to work demands? 📁📁📁 I faced this problem daily, so I decided to develop a solution in my spare time. I'm excited to introduce Desktop Organizer, an app designed to keep your desktop tidy and boost your productivity. ✨ App...
    • Jack Chen
    • Thread
    • desktop file desktop folder macos
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Mac Apps
  8. Apple Knowledge Navigator

    It's time to talk about Launchpad.

    Tim Cook, please pull up a chair. I don't think it's asking too much to give Launchpad an update. It was first introduced in 2011 and, from what I can recall, has received only one update in the subsequent 13 years - a feature that should have been there in the first place, which was... a...
  9. H

    SIP blocking an application from installing in /Var/folders/zz

    So basically seems the way this tool installs has changed and it won't install anymore get operation not permitted any ideas we think it's SIP I've ruled out the corp security tools as I've had them check the logs, please check the link ?
    • hirogen10
    • Thread
    • macos permission security & privacy sip
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: macOS
  10. M

    Location services do not work on MacBook Pro! help

    I recently bought a new MacBook Pro M3 Pro (late 2023), the American version, but I'm in Europe (not sure if it matters, but I'll point it out just in case) and found that location services doesn't work.Im using a macOS 15, latest update. I know that there is no GPS in the mac. It's connected to...
  11. martinlexow

    New App: PolyCapture — Screen, Camera & Audio Recorder

    Hi, I’m Martin — an indie developer building distinctive macOS apps with a personal touch for nearly 10 years. Over the past year, I’ve been working on a new app → PolyCapture 📽️ It’s a multi-source screen, video, and audio recorder designed with creatives and educators in mind. PolyCapture...
    • martinlexow
    • Thread
    • macos record audio record video screen recording
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Mac Apps
  12. J

    Web App Removal

    I was removing old and unwanted applications from my MBP earlier today and noticed that I have a lingering Notification from a web app title app.[insert website name].com . I searched my MBP (including system files) and cannot find any remaining references to the web app (other than in my Time...
  13. J

    Consistent Finder Setup Layout Problem

    I am trying to get all Finder windows to: 1. open in List view (which I think I have solved); 2. have the same columns headings (which I can almost but not quite get); and 3. have the columns appear in the same position (which I cannot get and s maddening). The approach I have been using is...
    • JoelBC
    • Thread
    • finder app macos
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: macOS
  14. Sverkel

    Bluetooth issues and more

    After I updated to the latest version of MacOS Sequoia, my Mac is behaving completely crazy. 1. When I start it the startup sound doesn't come and the Mac boots up into some kind of recovery system and asks me to connect Bluetooth accessories. From here I can restart and be lucky that it starts...
  15. R

    Apple should switch some app names around

    On macOS, the file browser is called Finder. On all other systems, the file browser is called Files. I think the app for browsing files should be called Files. On all platforms, the app for finding stuff is called Find My. I think an app for finding stuff should be called Finder. Wouldn’t it...
  16. RazorBackXX

    Understanding Folder Size Differences Between rsync Zsh & Finder on macOS

    Hey My Friends, I’m working on a Zsh-based script in the macOS terminal, and I’ve hit a roadblock while trying to obtain precise file sizes for folders. I’m seeing discrepancies between the size reported in Finder and the size calculated via terminal commands, and this is critical for my app...
    • RazorBackXX
    • Thread
    • app compare duplicate finder mac macos script size terminal zsh
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: macOS
  17. UnlockHomes

    🎉 My macOS app: Typibara - a simple writing buddy that types with you. No Subscriptions, No AI, Just Typibara.

    Hey all! 👋 I’m excited to share an app I made — Typibara, a simple Mac app with one mission: to make your work/writing sessions just a little more fun! 😊 🌟Why Typibara?🌟 I’ve always enjoyed creating cute little art; it’s something I find relaxing. Not sure how many of you grew up with...
    • UnlockHomes
    • Thread
    • #writingassistant applaunch macapps macos productivity app typing tutor
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Mac Apps
  18. Y

    How to mirror a MacBook Pro to two external monitors with different resolutions?

    Hi MacOS Community, I recently switched from Windows to a MacBook Pro and encountered an issue with mirroring displays. On Windows, I could mirror my screen to two external monitors while maintaining different resolutions for each monitor. However, I haven’t been able to achieve the same on...
  19. RazorBackXX

    Safari Browser not private by default anymore?

    hey fellas, I've never been more disappointed I always open my safari in private mode, all of Sonoma I did it all day long now on sequoia its gone along with the quick add to reading list. I went to options & there is no setting to make the default opening of safari go straight to private mode...
  20. Apple Knowledge Navigator

    Dark mode icons, a la iOS 18... Would you want them in macOS?

    If not, why not?
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