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How to Export Your Apple Notes as PDF Files on Any Device

When you've finished writing up your notes, export them from the Apple Notes app as a PDF file to share or prevent further changes.

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How to Change Your Profile Picture to an Animated Memoji in macOS Monterey

Add a little more life to your Mac by setting your profile picture to an animated Memoji.

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How to Block Access to iCloud Web on an iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Apple lets you access your iCloud data on the web for convenience, but you can always disable it to safeguard your privacy.

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What Is Apple Family Sharing and How Do You Use It?

Apple's Family Sharing service lets your loved ones access a shared pool of content and subscriptions. Here's how you can set it up.

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How to Group Mission Control Windows by Apps on Your Mac

Mission Control can sort your windows by applications, helping you find them quickly and easily. Here's how to configure it correctly.

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How to Cancel Subscriptions on Your Mac

Keep track of your App Store subscriptions by canceling any you no longer need using your Mac.

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How to Leave an Apple Family Sharing Group on Your iPhone, iPad, or Mac

Don't want to be part of a Family Sharing group anymore? Perhaps you want to leave your group for another? Here's what you need to do.

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How to Add a Password Hint to Your Mac's Lock Screen

Use a hint to make sure you never forget your Mac's login password. Here's how to set one up in macOS.

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8 Privacy Tips When Using Your MacBook in a Public Place

Using your MacBook in a public setting is risky. So, rely on these privacy tips to stay safe while you work.

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How to Block a Website on Safari

We'll show you the two best methods to block websites on Safari for your Mac.

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6 Ways to Read Mac-Formatted Drives on Windows

Here’s how to read a Mac hard drive formatted with HFS+ or Apple File System (APFS) on Windows PCs.

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How to Lock Your Notes on a Mac

If you use Apple Notes to store confidential information, you can add an extra layer of security by locking your notes behind a password. Here's how.

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How to Use Smart Lists in Reminders on Your Mac

Take advantage of Smart Lists in the Reminders app to automatically organize all your reminders. We'll show you how.

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5 Effective AI Writing Assistant Tools to Use on Your Mac

Here are some of the best Mac apps that use AI to enhance your writing workflow. You're sure to find one that works for you.

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6 Ways to Check How Much Free Space Is on Your Mac

You can use any of these methods to find out how much available storage is left on your Mac.

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How to Close All the Tabs in Safari at Once

Keep on top of your browsing activities by closing all your old Safari tabs at once with these iPhone, iPad, and Mac tips.

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How Long Do Macs Last? 6 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Mac

How long do Macs last? When is it time to get a new Mac? Here are several warning signs that you should replace your Mac.

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Microsoft Remote Desktop: How to Access Windows From Your Mac

Use Microsoft's free Remote Desktop app to get remote access to your Windows PC from a Mac.

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How to Add Captions and Keywords to Photos on Your Mac

Use captions and keywords to find any photo on your Mac effortlessly. Here's how you can add them to your photos.

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12 Essential Tips and Tricks for Preview on Your Mac

Preview is an unassuming app that can do the job of half a dozen standalone utilities. Here are some valuable tips to help you get started.

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