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Mastering academic writing: AI tools for research paper writing

August 23, 2023

Learn about language, structure, and formatting conventions that guide academic writing, plus discover AI tools that can help you excel at it.

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How to change a PDF from color to grayscale

August 21, 2023

Learn how to save a PDF in black and white in Preview, plus discover more apps to help you with other daily document manipulations.

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Best ways to convert YouTube to MP3

August 18, 2023

When you want to transfer a YouTube video to MP3 format, chances are you’re looking to save an audio track. We get it; tons of YouTube videos have awesome music or soundtracks, so why wouldn’t you want to save them?!

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Do I need antivirus for Mac and can Macs get viruses?

August 16, 2023

Mac security is often overlooked. There is a widespread notion that Macs are invincible. It’s true that an Apple Mac computer is less likely to be affected by malware compared to a PC, but nothing is 100% immune from viruses.

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How to check and clean up Other storage on Mac

August 15, 2023

Find out what is “Other” in storage on Mac and how you can reduce it to free up space on your hard drive.

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Check your calendar on the fly with BusyCal

August 12, 2023

Ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in the day? BusyCal​ is here to change all that. This fully featured, information-rich calendar for Mac lets you craft custom daily, weekly, and monthly views so you can manage your time on your terms.

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Mac microphone not working? Here’s what to do

August 11, 2023

Have you ever noticed your Mac microphone not working? It’s a common problem, and we’ve got some tricky to help you restore order to your Mac.

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How to change and take control of Mac startup programs

August 10, 2023

Mac startup programs can be a great way to keep apps and your computer running smoothly, but they can be disruptive, too. Here’s how to manage them.

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Discover CleanShot X on Setapp: No-clutter screen capturing

August 10, 2023

CleanShot customizes everything you capture, allowing you to make use of screenshots on the spot. Take a screenshot without any desktop icons in the background, add your own touch, and choose where it goes.

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How to use Sip, a powerful and compact color sampler for Mac

August 09, 2023

Finding that perfect color is easier than you think. Use Sip the color picker to select and adjust color value - experiment with custom colors with this powerful Mac app.

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How to run diagnostics on Mac [Plus, extra tools to test it]

August 08, 2023

Find out how to run diagnostics on Mac and other Apple devices using native features and other handy apps.

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How to use Facebook video chat for group calls

August 04, 2023

Find the best tips on how to use Facebook video call feature for group meetings below. As a bonus, you’ll learn about a great Messenger alternative and see what works best for you.

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