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Tips, tricks and recommendations: May 2019
In this issue:
- In Focus: Computer Security Revisited
- App of the Month: Apple's "Files"
- Mac Tech Tip: How to use keyboard shortcuts
- iPhone/iPad Tech Tip: How to close all tabs in Safari
- About migformac
I strongly recommend that you err on the side of caution regarding online communication! Think before you click! NEVER call numbers that appear on your computer screen! Delete suspicious emails before opening them!
Below are a few tips to keep you safe in your virtual world. Don't forget to back up your data on iCloud and/or an external hard drive!
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First, you have to turn on iCloud Drive. On a Mac, go to System Preferences--iCloud--iCloud Drive--Options. Check the 1st box: Desktop and Documents Folders. On an iPhone/iPad, go to Settings--your name at top--iCloud--iCloud Drive. Once these are both turned on, then you will be able to view and open any files that have been saved to your Desktop or Documents folder directly from your mobile device. Thankfully, it does not download all files to your mobile device, just the ones you select. Once you touch the file, it will begin downloading to your iPhone or iPad. Great way to access and edit important documents when you are not at home!
And now for the very best keyboard shortcut!! COMMAND-Z is to undo. Saves me from my mistakes every time!
Gary Rosenzweig, from MacMost, has a helpful, downloadable Keyboard Shortcuts for Mojave handout posted on his website.
- Open Safari on your Apple mobile device.
- Look for the "blue square on top of another blue square" icon on the bottom toolbar. Press and hold that icon.
- Choose "Close All Tabs" which is the top option. (See image below)
Voila! All tabs are gone!
About migformac
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