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macOS Core Concepts Tutorial

macOS Tutorial - Learn to use your Mac!

Get the most out of your Mac with this in-depth macOS video tutorial! Great for anyone new to the Mac or just looking to grasp all the details of macOS. The lessons in this tutorial are also a fantastic reference/reminder for more experienced Mac users! We go into detail regarding the Mac interface, handling files and folders, using iCloud features, and all Mac system settings/preferences! Tons of content & details!

•Over 3 Hours of HD Mac Video Tutorials! They look great on any display!
•More than 60 lessons on how to use everything (not just new features!) in macOS.
•The viewer is guided with zooms, pans, and highlights of what is being discussed.
•Current All Access Members can view the full Tutorial Here…

Full Lesson List…

A. Desktop & Finder
The Desktop
The Menubar
Control Center
Finder Windows
Finder Settings
The Finder Sidebar
View Options
Finder Tabs
App Tabs
Mission Control, Spaces, & Split View
Hide Apps
App Switcher
Stage Manager
Tags
Share
The Dock
Desktop Stacks
Quick Look
The Home Folder
Spotlight Search
Siri
Notifications
Widgets
Launchpad
Files & Folders
Smart Folders
Saving
AirDrop
App Handoff
iCloud Drive
Trash
Batch Rename

B. System Settings
Introduction to System Settings
Apple ID & iCloud
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
Network
Notifications
Sound
Focus
Screen Time
General Part 1
General Part 2
General Part 3
Appearance
Accessibility
Control Center
Siri & Spotlight
Privacy & Security
Desktop & Dock
Displays
Wallpaper
Screen Saver
Battery
Lock Screen
Touch ID & Password
Users & Groups
Passwords
Internet Accounts
Game Center
Wallet & Apple Pay
Keyboard
Trackpad
Mouse
Printers & Scanners
Wrap Up

**This tutorial also includes lessons on System Preferences (macOS Monterey 2021 & Earlier). System Preferences was replaced by System Settings in macOS Ventura (2022).

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