In this lesson from our full “What’s New in macOS 26” video tutorial see how to use the new Icon and Widget Style options in the Appearance section of Mac System Settings. We look at each style and how we can tweak each to achieve the exact look you might be looking for on your Mac.
In this video from TheMacU.com we look at the new Liquid Glass design language being introduced in all of Apple’s Operating Systems later in 2025. We also look at some appearance options in macOS 26 that allow more customization than ever to the look of your Mac. We will have full “What’s New” Tutorials for macOS, iOS and iPadOS 26 available as they are officially released by Apple.
In this video from TheMacU.com we cover 10 useful macOS Finder tricks that you can use every day on your Apple Mac computer in 2025. Discover hidden tips and tricks built into macOS and in particular the Finder app that is on all Apple Mac computers. To learn much more about using your Mac check out our in-depth macOS Core Concepts tutorial that contains over 60 detailed lessons on how to use all aspects of macOS.
How to sign up for TheMacU All Access!
In this quick lesson, we go through the sign-up process for creating a new All Access Membership from TheMacU.com. We also look at account management and how to use the tutorials browser to find the lessons you want to view!
In this lesson see how to customize the icon for any hard drive, folder or file on your Mac. This can be done with dedicated icon files or with any image file! We look at how to use PNG files that provide transparency and therefore a better look for certain icons.
In this lesson learn how to use a live view of your iPhone as an App on your Mac! Do you find yourself reaching for your iPhone too often while working on your Mac? With this new feature that can be avoided by making your iPhone available on your Mac with the iPhone Mirroring App! macOS Sequoia and iOS 18 are required.
Current All Access Members can view the entire tutorial here…
In this lesson from our massive macOS Core Concepts Tutorial see how to use Quick Look to preview or even edit files. Key Points… 00:07 – Space Bar when file is selected for Quick Look 00:36 – How to Quick Look Multiple Files in macOS 01:13 – Markup, Rotate, & Share from Quick Look! 01:52 – Quick Look Video to view or trim. 02:47 – Open in App from Quick Look.
All Access Members can view the entire macOS Core Concepts Tutorial Tutorial here…
Many lessons in Desktop & Finder section of our macOS Core Concepts Tutorial have been updated to reflect changes and new features! We have updated lessons on how to use Tabs in the Finder and Apps, how mission control works with Spaces and Split View, how to use the macOS App Switcher, Tags, The Dock, The Home Folder, Air Drop, and App Handoff. Current All Access Members can view the full tutorial here…
Desktop & Finder Lesson List:
The Desktop
The Menubar
Control Center
Finder Windows
Finder Settings
The Finder Sidebar
View Options
Finder Tabs –2025 Update!
App Tabs –2025 Update!
Mission Control, Spaces, & Split View –2025 Update!
Hide Apps
App Switcher –2025 Update!
Stage Manager
Tags –2025 Update!
Share
The Dock –2025 Update!
Desktop Stacks
Quick Look
The Home Folder –2025 Update!
Spotlight Search
Siri
Notifications
Widgets
Launchpad
Files & Folders
Smart Folders
Saving
AirDrop –2025 Update!
App Handoff –2025 Update!
iCloud Drive
Trash
Batch Rename
This tutorial also features another thirty lessons in the System Settings section!
If you are not yet an All Access member begin your free trial with any of the three membership options below!
In this lesson from our full “What’s New in macOS 26” video tutorial see how to use the new Icon and Widget Style options in the Appearance section of Mac System Settings. We look at each style and how we can tweak each to achieve the exact look you might be looking for on your Mac.
In this video from TheMacU.com we look at the new Liquid Glass design language being introduced in all of Apple’s Operating Systems later in 2025. We also look at some appearance options in macOS 26 that allow more customization than ever to the look of your Mac. We will have full “What’s New” Tutorials for macOS, iOS and iPadOS 26 available as they are officially released by Apple.
In this video from TheMacU.com we cover 10 useful macOS Finder tricks that you can use every day on your Apple Mac computer in 2025. Discover hidden tips and tricks built into macOS and in particular the Finder app that is on all Apple Mac computers. To learn much more about using your Mac check out our in-depth macOS Core Concepts tutorial that contains over 60 detailed lessons on how to use all aspects of macOS.
How to sign up for TheMacU All Access!
In this quick lesson, we go through the sign-up process for creating a new All Access Membership from TheMacU.com. We also look at account management and how to use the tutorials browser to find the lessons you want to view!
In this lesson see how to customize the icon for any hard drive, folder or file on your Mac. This can be done with dedicated icon files or with any image file! We look at how to use PNG files that provide transparency and therefore a better look for certain icons.
In this lesson learn how to use a live view of your iPhone as an App on your Mac! Do you find yourself reaching for your iPhone too often while working on your Mac? With this new feature that can be avoided by making your iPhone available on your Mac with the iPhone Mirroring App! macOS Sequoia and iOS 18 are required.
Current All Access Members can view the entire tutorial here…
In this lesson from our massive macOS Core Concepts Tutorial see how to use Quick Look to preview or even edit files. Key Points… 00:07 – Space Bar when file is selected for Quick Look 00:36 – How to Quick Look Multiple Files in macOS 01:13 – Markup, Rotate, & Share from Quick Look! 01:52 – Quick Look Video to view or trim. 02:47 – Open in App from Quick Look.
All Access Members can view the entire macOS Core Concepts Tutorial Tutorial here…
Many lessons in Desktop & Finder section of our macOS Core Concepts Tutorial have been updated to reflect changes and new features! We have updated lessons on how to use Tabs in the Finder and Apps, how mission control works with Spaces and Split View, how to use the macOS App Switcher, Tags, The Dock, The Home Folder, Air Drop, and App Handoff. Current All Access Members can view the full tutorial here…
Desktop & Finder Lesson List:
The Desktop
The Menubar
Control Center
Finder Windows
Finder Settings
The Finder Sidebar
View Options
Finder Tabs –2025 Update!
App Tabs –2025 Update!
Mission Control, Spaces, & Split View –2025 Update!
Hide Apps
App Switcher –2025 Update!
Stage Manager
Tags –2025 Update!
Share
The Dock –2025 Update!
Desktop Stacks
Quick Look
The Home Folder –2025 Update!
Spotlight Search
Siri
Notifications
Widgets
Launchpad
Files & Folders
Smart Folders
Saving
AirDrop –2025 Update!
App Handoff –2025 Update!
iCloud Drive
Trash
Batch Rename
This tutorial also features another thirty lessons in the System Settings section!
If you are not yet an All Access member begin your free trial with any of the three membership options below!
