In this tutorial, we explore the new features and changes introduced in macOS 26 Tahoe. We delve into the new “Liquid Glass” design language, Folder Customization, a revamped and expanded version of Spotlight, updates to the Photos App, and more. To update your Mac go to System Settings – General – Software Update.
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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 tutorial learn the key new features in iOS 26! The iOS 26 update introduces a major design overhaul with the Liquid Glass interface and a dynamic lock screen that reacts to wallpaper and device movement. Communication improves with call screening, hold assist, and live translation across Messages, FaceTime, and Phone calls. We also cover updates to Apps like Camera, Messages, Apple Music, Files, and Photos. By viewing this tutorial, you can quickly familiarize yourself with the key changes introduced in iOS 26! Learn More…
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In this lesson from our “What’s New in iOS 26” Tutorial see how to use the new icon customization options on iPhone & iPad. We can now choose from default, dark, clear or tinted App icons and widgets. These will automatically apply to every App icon including 3rd party icons!
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!
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!
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- Just $5 per month for TheMacU All Access. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page. On the next page enter your payment information to complete the registration and begin your free trial! *This is an auto-renewing subscription. No refunds after the free trial period and you must cancel prior to the renewal date to avoid being charged for the next year.
Yearly All Access Subscription
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*This is an auto-renewing subscription. No refunds after the free trial period and you must cancel prior to the renewal date to avoid being charged for the next year.
Lifetime Membership
- With this option pay $150 once for an All Access Membership that will never expire! Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page. On the next page enter your payment information to complete the registration and begin viewing all the tutorials!
One Year Membership
- With this option pay $30 once for an All Access Membership that is good for a full year. This membership will not auto-renew like the yearly subscription. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page.
Three Month Membership
- With this option pay $12 one time for a 3-Month All Access Membership. This membership will not auto-renew. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page.
In this tutorial, we explore the new features and changes introduced in macOS 26 Tahoe. We delve into the new “Liquid Glass” design language, Folder Customization, a revamped and expanded version of Spotlight, updates to the Photos App, and more. To update your Mac go to System Settings – General – Software Update.
View more details, plus free lessons Here… Read more
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 tutorial learn the key new features in iOS 26! The iOS 26 update introduces a major design overhaul with the Liquid Glass interface and a dynamic lock screen that reacts to wallpaper and device movement. Communication improves with call screening, hold assist, and live translation across Messages, FaceTime, and Phone calls. We also cover updates to Apps like Camera, Messages, Apple Music, Files, and Photos. By viewing this tutorial, you can quickly familiarize yourself with the key changes introduced in iOS 26! Learn More…
Read more
In this lesson from our “What’s New in iOS 26” Tutorial see how to use the new icon customization options on iPhone & iPad. We can now choose from default, dark, clear or tinted App icons and widgets. These will automatically apply to every App icon including 3rd party icons!
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!
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!
Monthly All Access Subscription
- Just $5 per month for TheMacU All Access. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page. On the next page enter your payment information to complete the registration and begin your free trial! *This is an auto-renewing subscription. No refunds after the free trial period and you must cancel prior to the renewal date to avoid being charged for the next year.
Yearly All Access Subscription
- Only $25 per year for TheMacU All Access. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page. On the next page enter your payment information to complete the registration and begin your free trial!
*This is an auto-renewing subscription. No refunds after the free trial period and you must cancel prior to the renewal date to avoid being charged for the next year.
Lifetime Membership
- With this option pay $150 once for an All Access Membership that will never expire! Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page. On the next page enter your payment information to complete the registration and begin viewing all the tutorials!
One Year Membership
- With this option pay $30 once for an All Access Membership that is good for a full year. This membership will not auto-renew like the yearly subscription. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page.
Three Month Membership
- With this option pay $12 one time for a 3-Month All Access Membership. This membership will not auto-renew. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page.
The Learn – Files Tutorial is has been completely re-recorded with updated lessons! This video tutorial looks at how to use the Files App which was introduced by Apple in 2017. It provides a built in file browser for iOS, much like what the Finder can do on a Mac. It can be a great tool for organizing, sharing and saving folders, files and documents. In this tutorial you’ll learn how to use all aspects of the Files App including utilizing it with iCloud Drive, organizing with Tags, using collaboration and more!
Lesson List:
1. Introduction to Files
2. Interface & Basics
3. On my iPad/iPhone
4. Using with iCloud Drive
5. Share/Save to Files
6. Favorites
7. Tags
8. Search
9. Move
10. Share & Collaborate
11. Document Scanning
12. 3rd Party Cloud Storage
13. Compress Files
14. Wrap Up
Current All Access Members can view the full tutorial Here…
If you are not yet an All Access member begin your free trial with any of the three membership options below!
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Yearly All Access Subscription
- Only $25 per year for TheMacU All Access. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page. On the next page enter your payment information to complete the registration and begin your free trial!
*This is an auto-renewing subscription. No refunds after the free trial period and you must cancel prior to the renewal date to avoid being charged for the next year.
Lifetime Membership
- With this option pay $150 once for an All Access Membership that will never expire! Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page. On the next page enter your payment information to complete the registration and begin viewing all the tutorials!
One Year Membership
- With this option pay $30 once for an All Access Membership that is good for a full year. This membership will not auto-renew like the yearly subscription. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page.
Three Month Membership
- With this option pay $12 one time for a 3-Month All Access Membership. This membership will not auto-renew. Fill out the form below to create your account then click the "Join All Access" button at the bottom of the page.