Mac Settings That ACTUALLY Make A Difference

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  • Опубліковано 21 лис 2024

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  • @FromSergio
    @FromSergio  6 місяців тому +26

    Keep your Mac clean and organized with CleanMyMac X : bit.ly/FromSergioCMMX
    7-day free trial and 20% off with my code FROMSERGIO

    • @harryruckus
      @harryruckus 6 місяців тому +17

      Appreciate your video, great work. It’s just that.. come on you know Clean My Mac is freaking crap. I know you guys need to make some money from the work you put into this videos but „recommending“ this BS somehow counteracts with the knowledge you have and spread.
      (no hate, don’t want to be rude)

    • @luxlashadmin5396
      @luxlashadmin5396 5 місяців тому +3

      @@harryruckus damn its that bad? the way it looks in the video makes the damn thing look amazing. ☹

    •  5 місяців тому

      Hi, I am looking for a solution on how to sort files by Photos Capture Time instead of Created (it's the time when I exported). I can find this time at file info, but can't sort by it. Thanks.

    • @jayhaz69
      @jayhaz69 4 місяці тому

      cleanmymac is trash. Bought a license and when I updated the OS they locked me out of the software until I bought it again.

    • @AleX_StarO
      @AleX_StarO 4 місяці тому

      Hello! How do you create those cool video effects, especially when creating window perspectives in macos?

  • @defaultname171
    @defaultname171 3 місяці тому +387

    My absolute favorite tip that I would like to add is to create a "Screenshot" folder, and route all screenshots to go there rather than create desktop clutter.

    • @huntermacias2023
      @huntermacias2023 2 місяці тому +59

      You can already do this.
      Press "cmd+shift+5" to bring up screenshot tool, then select "options", then select "choose location"
      boom all done

    • @Humiliated1234
      @Humiliated1234 2 місяці тому

      Thank you for this this was actually helpful​@@huntermacias2023

    • @riditnimdia13
      @riditnimdia13 2 місяці тому +10

      Mac users have so many unnecessary issues

    • @skaterzrule4
      @skaterzrule4 Місяць тому +15

      @@riditnimdia13coming from a lifetime user of windows and using Mac for work, you don’t think windows has any unnecessary issues? Or annoying bugs? Different strokes bro

    • @riccardopagliaro9035
      @riccardopagliaro9035 Місяць тому +2

      I recently bought a MacBook and I'm still learning to use it, can I ask you how to do the screenshot folder thing?

  • @tajwarkhan4822
    @tajwarkhan4822 5 місяців тому +479

    Here goes the best Mac video ever. No extra talking, no bs. Thank you very much.

    • @FromSergio
      @FromSergio  5 місяців тому +5

      Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it :)

    • @akhilesht846
      @akhilesht846 4 місяці тому

      Exactly!! superb video. Thanks @FromSergio

  • @Kenooe
    @Kenooe 4 місяці тому +125

    I liked the video in record time: 10 seconds in and he goes to the point. No long intros. Full of useful facts. 10/10

  • @samueltremblay275
    @samueltremblay275 6 місяців тому +39

    I definitively learn a couple of new tricks:
    - A better finder organization
    - Control keys combined with hot corners
    - Dock preferences removing the genie effect and minimize in application
    - Greater spotlight control even if I use Alfred
    - Flux with I use on Windows but didn't know it could be a good option on Mac too
    - Reminding me to use Widgets on desktop :D
    - And many more...
    Thanks!

  • @brithegenius
    @brithegenius 2 місяці тому +14

    I’m only 3 minutes in and impressed how straightforward and simple this video is! I’ve had Mac for years and learning some new tricks and tips! Thank you!

  • @socialwill
    @socialwill 6 місяців тому +31

    A few more suggestions:
    - Under Finder Preferences enable the setting to keep folders on top vs mixed with file names. (Optional for desktop)
    - Under Control Center enable the battery option for control center and hide it for the task bar to remove an icon. Still show up in control center.
    - In the same area customize Date and Time to remove AM/PM and day of week to save more space on menu bar

  • @Joe_Yang564
    @Joe_Yang564 5 місяців тому +342

    Wait, in this video, there is zero bullshit. Amazing.

    • @FromSergio
      @FromSergio  5 місяців тому +6

      I feel you! It's a good thing I hate it too as a viewer so I'm unable to do it as a creator!

    • @electragex
      @electragex 4 місяці тому +1

      After being a windows user for past 8 to 10 years especially because of gaming and stuff, buying M3 MacBook pro tomorrow for college, got to watch the video, it was amazing.

  • @_Aelys
    @_Aelys 6 місяців тому +180

    I owned a mac for over 10 years, but I’ve learned some new things here. Great tips, keep up the good work.

    • @basserstaunt9003
      @basserstaunt9003 6 місяців тому +2

      Same, also very concise presentation with the purpose becoming clear (pros/cons) i.e. smart corners, folder search

  • @MrAmad3us
    @MrAmad3us 19 днів тому +2

    It’s rare that a video is actually 80% useful to me. Haha!

  • @theganeshpatil
    @theganeshpatil 5 місяців тому +99

    First Step: Change to Dark Mode 🌑

  • @daldilaimi
    @daldilaimi 5 місяців тому +81

    Oh my goodness! This is one of the best Mac videos on UA-cam. Super informative and plenty of new information. You earned a subscription 👍🏽👏🏽

  • @cchana
    @cchana 7 днів тому

    I've been using a Mac for 18 years and never thought to look at customising the Finder window to this level of detail before. I'd only ever customised the sidebar a little by removing a few things and adding common locations. Have adjusted Finder now, will be interesting to see if I feel any difference as a lot of the options were lost on me anyway.

  • @alexandrinamehandzhiyska6947
    @alexandrinamehandzhiyska6947 4 місяці тому +6

    One of the few videos on the topic that is actually immensely helpful. I didn't know about the "Recents" folder fix or the mouse adjustments. Everything works much more seamlessly now. Thank you so much!

  • @drucejnr
    @drucejnr 5 місяців тому +18

    Thank you so much for showing how to change the drag options!
    I haven't had a Mac in almost a decade but I distinctly remember having that function and didn't know if there was a setting buried somewhere on my new M2 MBA.
    thanks again so much mate

  • @magnessskippton2509
    @magnessskippton2509 4 місяці тому +4

    I watch these type of videos sometimes. But unlike most of the others, I actually picked up a few useful tips and applied to my system. Will be checking out other videos from this channels.

  • @kailodee
    @kailodee 5 місяців тому +19

    This was a wildly informational video, I had to stop a couple times for each of the features to make sure that I adjusted and added them. Super valuable thanks😊

  • @gozdeuysal7374
    @gozdeuysal7374 2 місяці тому +1

    Sergio you know what you are talking about!
    After a series of useless tips, finally someone taught me how to make the best out of my Macbook. Thank you!

  • @maksymkaminski8757
    @maksymkaminski8757 5 місяців тому

    CONFIRM. I have all these settings implemented many years ago and I confirm that all settings in this video are MUST HAVE change on your macos.
    Good job, thanks for this video! 😊

  • @ssrenan
    @ssrenan 4 місяці тому

    Trackpad tap to click and three finger drag are absolute musts. It gets on my nerves when I see someone NOT using this setup. I kinda like natural scrolling though. Great video, thanks.

  • @pallu83
    @pallu83 Місяць тому

    15 years using mac, I always thought Finder was a lost cause. Thanks!

  • @JackLauricourt
    @JackLauricourt 5 місяців тому +4

    I’m 2:31 in, so far I’ve shared the video, liked and just appreciate everything you’ve said without a super long intro. This is perfect, many thanks! 🙌🏼

  • @HaseebJamilKhan
    @HaseebJamilKhan 4 місяці тому

    I can't believe that over 90% of these settings are same as ones I do when setting up a new Mac.
    I was wondering if we can automate this? Like running a script or package that records and does all this for us for while setting up a new mac? Would be a huge time and hassle saver!
    (I don't always want to use time machine esp. when we already have an icloud to transfer data)
    Loved your video btw.

  • @laramonique3352
    @laramonique3352 2 місяці тому

    I just wanted to let you know that your videos are absolutely marvelous! They've been such a huge help to me, and I really appreciate the effort and creativity you put into each one. Keep up the amazing work-it's making a real difference.

  • @Bird2920
    @Bird2920 5 місяців тому

    TL;DR I approve these Mac Settings (as if my opinion has any weight)
    I was agreeing with all the things until you were said to create your own recents folder; I raised my eyebrow because I use it so much. As soon as I followed your suggestions and suddenly I had a folder that was ACTUALLY more useable than I expected, I hit subscribe and like. Thank you! It isn't very often that I am surprised by the results of "Mac Settings That ACTUALLY Make A Difference". I sincerely mean this when I say it, great job on providing suggestions that are actually useful and that feel like a fresh perspective 👆🏼❤

  • @jameskendall74
    @jameskendall74 6 місяців тому +2

    been using macs for 25 years but that was really helpful, thanks.

  • @nnkaz1k856
    @nnkaz1k856 5 місяців тому

    I love you, man. Recently I moved from Windows to MacOS and that was not easy. You made my UX much better.

  • @judyhorn8586
    @judyhorn8586 2 дні тому

    Great video. I am sitting here with my new MacPro and following along. I must confess I had to replay many sections in order to execute the feature. Thank you.

  • @weatherlight8145
    @weatherlight8145 5 місяців тому +41

    "i need the colors to be as accurate as possible" - turns on nightshift

    • @JhnyBravos
      @JhnyBravos 5 місяців тому

      Pretty sure he said off

  • @MH-ij9lx
    @MH-ij9lx 3 місяці тому +1

    I wasn't expecting this to be as good as it was. Immediately applied many of these settings especially the finder menu ones. Thanks!

  • @Arsalan_2210
    @Arsalan_2210 5 місяців тому +3

    I loved how you explained the features of Finder app. Now I also use list view, I did not know there was an option to view folders and documents in list format. Thanks a lot. love from India!

  • @nothankyou88
    @nothankyou88 5 місяців тому

    I bought a Macbook Pro 2019 Model in 2019. I've been using clean my mac from then all the way until now. Its connected to my computer and external hard drive clean my mac can even delete all your double files in your hard drives. Moral of the story my Macbook is 5 years old and it runs just as good as the day I bought it. Also retina display at 4k is still as good as it gets with mac so Im also up to date

  • @saanvilat
    @saanvilat 3 місяці тому

    as someone who switched from window to mac, this vid. has been incredibly helpful!
    TY for this! 🤗

  • @cerebralhawks4544
    @cerebralhawks4544 4 місяці тому

    Man, full stop after double space bugged the heck out of me. I thought I'd enjoy it, but it kept getting in the way, so it got turned off.
    Good video though. I've been a Windows user for 30+ years, and a Mac user for just 1, but I've learned a lot, and I find I've done a lot of the things you're recommending.

  • @MasJon-
    @MasJon- 4 місяці тому

    I dont even have a Mac yet (will be buying one soon) but this is still one of the best videos i have seen on something like this hands down. Straight to point and every single thing is useful and makes sense. Big W video

  • @Ashanmaril
    @Ashanmaril 4 місяці тому

    Lots of great tweaks I didn't know about!
    Though I'll argue you on turning off natural scrolling - if you swiped down and the app scrolled down when you're on your phone, you probably would agree that's not natural!

  • @DiastroYT
    @DiastroYT 5 місяців тому +1

    Replacing the native Recents by your own Smart Folder is utterly brilliant, I am absolutely implementing this one. Great video, subbed 👌👌

    • @ChristianBarresi
      @ChristianBarresi 5 місяців тому +1

      Do you have a purple "Recents" folder within the Smart Folder? When I created mine, it showed up in there and it's basically an unclickable placeholder.

    • @DiastroYT
      @DiastroYT 4 місяці тому

      Hey @@ChristianBarresi, sorry for the late reply! I do indeed have a purple folder within the Smart Folder, and nothing happens when you click on it. But it's not getting in the way.
      One additional tip I can give you is to play around with the Grouping options within finder. In addition to sorting, you can group items by many different proporties like file type, app, etc. Many of these options will also kind of hide the purple folder from view. It's a simple workaround and a great under-utilized Finder feature!

  • @Tootfarangi
    @Tootfarangi 5 місяців тому

    *Mac user for 14 years and still learned some useful tips and tricks from this video. thanks.*

  • @jsnadrian
    @jsnadrian 4 місяці тому

    bro ive had macs for decades, and didnt know half of this stuff was available. thanks so much!

  • @MyDogSteppedOnaBeee
    @MyDogSteppedOnaBeee 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video. if you want more screen room make the dock automatically hide-show on the bottom or side, and the toolbar on the top in settings.

  • @wolfgang4468
    @wolfgang4468 2 місяці тому

    Best video on this subject ever. I never knew of the three finger drag method. Would like to add that-as I just happened to find out-you can use this setting to mark text, too! Quite logical if you come to think of it. That's quite an improvement when not connecting a mouse! So thank you for making this quality content!

  • @PlacestobeVG
    @PlacestobeVG 3 місяці тому +1

    Great video! I followed a lot of your suggestions. The 11-minute video took like 30 mins at the end haha

  • @camilod
    @camilod 5 місяців тому +2

    Great video Sergio, super useful information. Any chance you can share where you got that wallpaper?

  • @valhallaoutcast
    @valhallaoutcast 3 місяці тому

    even as someone who has been using MacOS for 20 years these videos are good and remind me things I dont use and should or even learn new things
    good video

  • @MatthewTyndall
    @MatthewTyndall 2 місяці тому

    Great video with actual useful info for someone that has been using a mack for 19 years. Bookmarking this for each computer I own.

  • @cincodemanny
    @cincodemanny 12 днів тому

    Just bought me a new Mac Mini. This video is JUST what i needed :D

  • @DomiNiqueBerlin
    @DomiNiqueBerlin 5 місяців тому

    cool recommendations indeed. I appreciate a lot!!
    just one small request: You running it like a sprint ... I know: all about efficiency. Right? But it's sometimes hard to follow immediately, which - for me - in the end takes even more times to get it all checked or done, because of the repeated stop&replay. ☺

    • @FromSergio
      @FromSergio  5 місяців тому

      I'm assuming you're referring to my talking speed? In which case i have made significant improvements (you should see my older videos!) I am still trying to speak slower in every video though!

  • @daynerhoades
    @daynerhoades 3 місяці тому

    I am new to the macOS world and these tips really helped me out make my Mac more useful for me. Thanks so much!

  • @brithegenius
    @brithegenius 2 місяці тому

    I’m only 3 minutes in and impressed how straightforward and simple this video is! Thank you!

  • @graveyg
    @graveyg 2 місяці тому

    Great video. I’ve been a Mac user since the 1990s and I was surprised that I learned a few things. The Smart Folders setup is great. I also appreciate how quickly, but thoroughly, you went over all of your helpful tips. Looking forward to watching more of your videos.

  • @hanzo0252
    @hanzo0252 3 місяці тому

    So sick of these videos where it’s stuff anyone who has used a Mac for a few months would know. THIS had new info for me as a long time user. Thank you!

  • @mwwhatever
    @mwwhatever 2 місяці тому

    I always preferred the column view. It's been a while since I've used a mac but I remember really liking that layout, especially for dragging and dropping files which is something that Mac still does way better than Windows

  • @fvkjoel
    @fvkjoel 2 місяці тому

    I'm actually shocked by how genuinely helpful and great this video is. Thank you!

  • @james.tupper
    @james.tupper 3 місяці тому +1

    This has to be one of the best reference videos for Mac that I've come across. Well done!

  • @javiazar
    @javiazar 4 місяці тому +2

    I've been using a Mac as my everyday computer for 25 years and I still learned something new here.
    Fantastic!
    Subscribed.

  • @Jac.th88
    @Jac.th88 Місяць тому +3

    Basically everything you mentioned in this video should come as default settings...

  • @mr.alex_g-g
    @mr.alex_g-g 6 місяців тому +2

    so glad i am not the only nerd here :) our setup overlaps about 90%

  • @mrveimar
    @mrveimar Місяць тому

    the video is about how to make your mac os to windows. super helpful for me as a new mac user

  • @JordanSchaeffer
    @JordanSchaeffer 3 місяці тому +1

    The three finger drag is an absolute game changer and should be on by default

  • @kulyashdahiya2529
    @kulyashdahiya2529 4 місяці тому +1

    Damm... loved it even more when you showed we can use Hot KEYS with HOT Corners. This video is gem. Commenting again. Thanks Man.

  • @starfire9552
    @starfire9552 3 місяці тому +1

    Dude, I haven’t seen a better video about Mac advices in a big while. Thank you very much!

  • @SamGoodger
    @SamGoodger 3 місяці тому

    I'm surprised you talked about vertical space with the dock but didn't mention anything about increasing the resolution with the Displays > More Space option. Most people don't realise the real estate they are missing out on with the default setting.

  • @theprstc
    @theprstc 2 місяці тому +1

    3-finger drag is THE most useful mac feature. Ever.

  • @GroovePhiloIt
    @GroovePhiloIt 29 днів тому +1

    Italian Mafia No BS tutorial! (If your Italian! if not disregard it!) great video and love the accent!

  • @tramm123
    @tramm123 4 місяці тому

    Big thanks to this video. I just bought my first mac (20+years on windows) and this vid has a LOT of really useful tips. ❤

  • @bigchungus2728
    @bigchungus2728 Місяць тому

    Most Mac tricks and tips are very obvious. But this one is amazing! The Finder tweaks are very helpful and overall solid video! Thank you and subscribed!

  • @codyburnette3372
    @codyburnette3372 4 місяці тому +1

    Great video! Where can I get the wallpaper on your desktop?? :)

  • @Michaelacabrera
    @Michaelacabrera 4 місяці тому +4

    Turn off True Tone because he does a lot of picture editing and mostly works at night but yet next recommendation is to turn on Night shift that basically makes your screen orange. Gotcha!

  • @jessecohen1
    @jessecohen1 5 місяців тому +5

    Navigating with columns instead of lists is so much faster

  • @kaziarhab
    @kaziarhab 12 днів тому

    Thanks, that really helped. Now I got my Desktop back. Good video

  • @Alex-hv3ir
    @Alex-hv3ir 5 місяців тому

    Very nice video. I’ve been a Mac user for years now and I’ve watched plenty of video about Mac tips and customization but I still found useful stuff here like the recents folder personalization, finder tool bar, changing the default folder opened…
    Very good video ngl.

    • @FromSergio
      @FromSergio  5 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful! :)

  • @gijo2344
    @gijo2344 4 місяці тому

    I would say these are very useful for people who are used to windows. Thank you so much!

  • @Neo--X
    @Neo--X 6 місяців тому +5

    8:43 .. "feels much more natural to me"
    Question: When you push a piece of paper across your desk, does it slide in the opposite direction?
    Thank you for the excellent video. I didn't realize the desktop widgets could remain monochrome, which I prefer.

    • @jtsyrja
      @jtsyrja 5 місяців тому +2

      Just thinking the same. When natural scrolling is on the screen moves like it is under your finger like on iphone and ipad. For me it would be weird if i need to scroll in ”wrong direction” when on mac. So I have it on.
      Everything else in this video was spot on amazing 😊

    • @masaytaka
      @masaytaka 3 місяці тому +1

      This revealed his Windows past ;)

  • @shivakella
    @shivakella 3 місяці тому +1

    What a tut, awesome and to the point. Did 95% of what he did. Super useful. Thanks a bunch lad.

  • @jainslopez
    @jainslopez 17 днів тому

    Dude, this is actually helpful. Thanks for the tips and advice. I didn't even know you can do most of these things. Mind Blowing! Thanks Man!

  • @MrTaserface
    @MrTaserface 5 місяців тому +1

    so helpful. Mac is great but they make some of the little things annoyingly complicated for no good reason. example- anything related to finder.

  • @haileybee6352
    @haileybee6352 3 місяці тому

    Turning spellcheck off my laptop feels sinful, scary, terrifying. I think spell check is my only friend some days. But! I did like knowing I could turn off that double space period thing--- That's super helpful!!!

  • @easyy376
    @easyy376 5 місяців тому

    Great video and tips!!!! No idea I could do some of those things. Seriously made my MacOS experience 38% more enjoyable.

  • @mrjaynb
    @mrjaynb 2 місяці тому

    New MacBook owner here. Your video is excellent and userful! Thank you!

  • @yuki-jw8mb
    @yuki-jw8mb 15 днів тому

    Legit very helpful. I've never known these stuff and I own a macbook since 2017. Thank you! You earned a subscribe!

  • @ntzjst97
    @ntzjst97 5 місяців тому +11

    Priceless tutorial! Now I like my Mac again.

  • @smile768
    @smile768 2 місяці тому

    I could watch this a number of times and still learn new tricks

  • @sundarvs805
    @sundarvs805 5 місяців тому

    I have been using everything as Mac Book default setting, this video changes my interface completely. Thanks for your effort, this has been very useful and informative video.

  • @PravakarMahato-pd9ut
    @PravakarMahato-pd9ut 5 місяців тому +6

    Where do you get such aesthetic wallpapers man? its so so good

    • @VickAntony
      @VickAntony 5 місяців тому

      not sure where he got his, but checkout wallhaven

    • @FromSergio
      @FromSergio  5 місяців тому +1

      basicappleguy.com/basicappleblog/os-x-rancho-cucamonga

    • @PravakarMahato-pd9ut
      @PravakarMahato-pd9ut 5 місяців тому

      @@FromSergio Thankyou serr!

  • @roneijunior2100
    @roneijunior2100 5 місяців тому

    This is such a life saver. Just bought my first Mac and you helped me a lot in my first settings. Thank you!

  • @agffth
    @agffth 5 місяців тому

    Amazing video. The way you flowed from one thing to the next and the Mac was setup so you could make the change in real time for the viewer to see had took have taken some time to get right. That was great. I see so many videos where the changes are already made. Here you see the before and after all in real time. Very nice job!

  • @sshah2545
    @sshah2545 5 місяців тому +1

    Man this is quality content. Way to go. Make videos just like this, forever. MKBHD better watch out

    • @FromSergio
      @FromSergio  5 місяців тому +1

      Too kind! :) Thank you!!

  • @brianperticari
    @brianperticari 5 місяців тому +3

    Hands down the most useful mac video ever!

  • @kulyashdahiya2529
    @kulyashdahiya2529 4 місяці тому

    Best video for Recent Modifications, specially that Option button to turn + into three dots.

  • @gp1216
    @gp1216 27 днів тому

    the show path bar and status bar, i never knew. thank you

  • @MARV11NSHOWTIME
    @MARV11NSHOWTIME 5 місяців тому

    Well, that's a really useful video, I use my MBP everyday, and never took the time to make these settings, really good video man, thanks.

  • @chad4503
    @chad4503 5 місяців тому

    I consider myself pretty knowledgeable about my Mac, but I learned a lot of new things in this video. Thanks so much!

  • @stickgarrote8582
    @stickgarrote8582 3 місяці тому

    Hot corners have settings in two places. Searching for hot corners in settings app brings up both. They are separate, so you need to turn both off if you don’t want them.

  • @Remik7000
    @Remik7000 4 місяці тому

    wow. realny nice video. i am using macOS for few years now and i changed some things because of you. Congrats

  • @sawwunna1320
    @sawwunna1320 24 дні тому

    I love your wallpaper. Let me know where can i get that?

  • @giacomosantos3178
    @giacomosantos3178 3 місяці тому

    You are a genius for sharing the new recents folder!

  • @websiteckron8591
    @websiteckron8591 3 місяці тому

    Awesome features! And strait forward. I love it. Can you please tell me if it is possible to save all settings and use it on a Mac of a friend?

  • @abaddon319
    @abaddon319 13 днів тому

    Omg this video was super informative without being too long. I love it and now I want to change some settings too. Definite sub for me cuz of this.

  • @DaKidGowie
    @DaKidGowie 9 днів тому

    Great informative video! 👏🏾

  • @Terzaghi12
    @Terzaghi12 2 місяці тому

    It incredible that all the stuff he did on finder is by default on Windows