Column view in the Finder has an annoying tendency to either show overly wide columns that waste space or truncate long filenames, forcing you to drag a column divider to see more of the name. In macOS 26.1 Tahoe, Apple added an option to the Finder’s View Options window that automatically adjusts column widths to
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Tips + Tricks
Have you ever restarted your Mac or reopened an app and noticed that sometimes everything comes back exactly as you left it, while other times you start with a clean slate? That behavior is controlled by Resume, a feature Apple introduced back in OS X 10.7 Lion. Resume is designed to reopen app windows and
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Productivity, Software + Tools
Lighting for video calls is not always ideal, especially when working from a laptop in different environments. macOS 26.2 Tahoe introduces a helpful feature called Edge Light that can make a noticeable difference. It uses the outer edge of your Mac’s display to create a bright white frame that softly lights your face during a
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Software + Tools, Tips + Tricks
Apple has introduced Apple Creator Studio, a new subscription bundle that includes Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, and MainStage. Pricing is $12.99 per month or $129 per year, with education pricing at $2.99 per month or $29.99 per year. The bundle also includes premium content and new AI tools for Keynote,
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Tips + Tricks
In macOS 26 Tahoe, Apple has made it much easier to personalize folders in Finder. Just Control-click a folder and choose Customize Folder. From there, you can pick a color and add an icon, or click the Emoji button to choose from the full emoji library. A few quick notes: Folder customization doesn’t apply to
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Tips + Tricks
AI agents—software that can take actions on your behalf using artificial intelligence—are having a moment. The appeal is obvious: imagine a robot butler that triages your inbox, manages your calendar, and handles tedious tasks while you focus on more important work. That’s the promise driving the recent surge in popularity of OpenClaw (formerly known as
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AI, Security
When business slows down, it’s natural to look for places to cut costs, and IT is often one of the first areas considered. But scaling back too far can quickly lead to bigger issues (and bigger expenses) later on. Your Macs do more than help you get work done. Your technology systems keep your business
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Information Technology