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What is the keyboard shortcut to quit an app on a Mac?

  • Cmd ⌘+E
  • Cmd ⌘+W
  • Cmd ⌘+Q (correct)
  • Cmd ⌘+H

    • What is the command for scrolling through open apps on a Mac?

  • Cmd ⌘+TabKey (correct)
  • Alt ⌥+TabKey
  • Cmd ⌘+Shift+Tab
  • Cmd ⌘+Esc

    • How can you see a preview of a file or folder without opening it on a Mac?

  • Click on the file/folder and press the F12 key
  • Select the item and hit the Spacebar (correct)
  • Right-click and choose 'Preview'
  • Use Cmd ⌘+P

    • Which option describes how to enable Dictation on a Mac?

    <p>Access Dictation in the System Preferences under Keyboard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action does pressing the Power Button three times perform on a Mac?

    <p>Brings up Accessibility Shortcuts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Apple M1 chip represent?

    <p>An ARM based processor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Automatic Verification used on a Mac?

    <p>To replace CAPTCHAs with a token system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method allows you to change the mouse pointer size and/or color on a Mac?

    <p>Access Settings under Accessibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Stage Manager feature on a Mac?

    <p>To organize and display open applications in a user-friendly way</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you quickly access the "Force Quit" dialog box on a Mac?

    <p>Press Command+Option+Esc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the .pkg file type on a Mac?

    <p>To install software applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct combination of keystrokes to activate Spotlight Search on a Mac?

    <p>Command+Spacebar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Activation Lock on a Mac?

    <p>To prevent unauthorized access to the device</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the feature that allows you to quickly transfer files between Apple devices?

    <p>AirDrop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the "Input Monitoring" setting in Mac settings?

    <p>To track the user's keyboard input</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you resize the Dock or Taskbar on a Mac?

    <p>By hovering over the lines between the icons and dragging up or down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    AirPrint

    • Wirelessly print full-quality photos and documents without downloading drivers

    Mac Keyboard Shortcuts

    • Quit an app: ⌘+Q
    • Open Spotlight: ⌘+Spacebar
    • Scroll through open apps: ⌘+Tab
    • Preview a file/folder without opening it: select and press Spacebar
    • Option+0: degree symbol
    • World/Fn Key + E: emojis
    • Other Mac keyboard shortcuts: https://support.apple.com/en-us/102650

    Accessibility

    • Press Power Button three times to bring up Accessibility Shortcuts
    • Change Mouse Pointer Size and/or Color: Mac | Settings | Accessibility | Display | Pointer

    Dictation

    • Use Dictation in any app: Hit Mic button (F5 key)
    • Enable Dictation: first-time setup required
    • Disable Dictation: F5 again, Esc, or timeout (30 seconds)
    • Alternative way to start Dictation: World icon on Mac keyboard (lower left corner) + twice
    • Configurable at Settings | Keyboard

    Focus and Do Not Disturb

    • Control Center on Mac: click Slider - Focus

    Printers and WiFi

    • Ctrl+Click on a Printer: 'Set Default Printer', 'Reset Printing System'
    • Opt+Click on WiFi symbol: WiFi Details, including 'Open Wireless Diagnostics'

    Apple M1 Chip

    • Successor to Apple "A" series
    • ARM-based processor
    • Benefits: low power, low heat, prevalent architecture for mobile devices
    • Qualcomm Snapdragon: ARM-based competitor

    Legacy Contact

    • Grant access to Apple account after death
    • iPhone/iPad/Mac | Settings | AppleID_Name | Sign-in & Security | Legacy Contact

    Automatic Verification

    • iCloud | Sign in & Security | Advanced | Auto Verification = ON
    • Used instead of CAPTCHA in an App or Website
    • Process: Apple server validates device and Apple ID, issues private access token

    Stage Manager

    • Shows current app in the center of the screen
    • Other apps appear as thumbnails on the side
    • Enable/Disable: Mac | Settings | Desktop & Dock | Stage Manager
    • Requirement: "Displays have separate Spaces" = ON

    Fast Charging

    • iPhone charged to 50% in less than 30 minutes
    • Requires 20W or higher power adapter and USB-C with USB Power Delivery (USB-PD)
    • May not work if device is too hot or too cold

    Activation Lock Bypass Code

    • Unlocks and erases Mac remotely
    • Get System Info about Mac: Apple Icon | About this Mac

    Location Services

    • Uses GPS, Bluetooth, and local Wi-Fi to determine device location
    • iPhone and iPad (Wi-Fi + Cellular) also use available cellular signals

    Other Tips

    • Hover over Green+ to see window sizing options
    • Command+Option+Esc: access Force Quit
    • Spotlight Search: Command+Spacebar
    • Resize Dock/Taskbar by hovering over lines and dragging up/down
    • Delete an icon in Launchpad: hold down Option key and click on 'X'
    • MacOS install/executable type files: .dmg, .app, .pkg

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