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How to add a new user on Mac Add a group on Mac How to delete a user on Mac Delete a group on Mac How to add a new user on Mac Finally, to avoid file clustering and maintain privacy, you chose to provide personal space to the users using your Mac. Let us then understand how to add a user on a Mac running macOS Ventura or Monterey. In macOS Ventura You can choose between Administrator, Standard, or Sharing by changing the options available in the New Account dropdown....

But the best part is that you can also blur the background in video calls on third-party apps, such as WhatsApp, Instagram, Snapchat, etc. The Portrait Mode feature, along with others like screen-sharing and FaceTime calls with Android users, makes Apple’s video calling app more comparable with competitors like Zoom and Skype. It’s a step toward making FaceTime universally appealing and more suitable for use at work. Here’s everything you need to know about how to use the Portrait Mode feature in FaceTime on iPhone....

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macOS makes it pretty easy to customize Mac folder icons if you know where to look. If you don’t know where to look yet, you will by the end of this guide. Let’s get started. How to change folder, app, and document icons on Mac How to restore Mac icon to default Can’t change your Mac icons? Here’s what to do How to change folder, app, and document icons on Mac We’ll use folders for this tutorial, but the same processes can be applied to apps and documents....

Don’t worry if you face the same issue! In this article, I will share steps on how to change the Mac name and also demonstrate the ways to change the admin name and the localhost name. Why you might need to change Mac name? How to change your Macbook name How to change the local hostname on your MacBook How to change your Mac’s username What happens when you change your username on Mac?...

In this article, I will show you how to delete your Apple ID account or deactivate it. But first, let’s understand the consequences of deleting your Apple ID account. What happens when you delete an Apple ID? Things to remember before deleting or deactivating Apple ID How to permanently delete an Apple ID account What happens when you deactivate an Apple ID? How to deactivate Apple ID account How to change your Apple ID email address...

Importance of clearing recent Apple Music search history How to clear recent searches in Apple Music on iPhone or iPad How to delete recent searches in Apple Music on Mac Importance of clearing recent Apple Music search history Start fresh: It can be great to start over occasionally and get rid of everything. You can start afresh and make the Music app’s algorithm introduce you to new and more interesting music....

There are three simple ways you can disable Siri on the smart speaker. Let’s find out how it’s done! How to Turn Off Hey Siri on HomePod Quick links: How to Turn Off Siri On HomePod Using Your Voice How to Turn On Siri On HomePod Using Your Voice How to Turn Off Siri on HomePod Using Home App on iPhone and iPad How to Turn On Siri on HomePod Using Home App on iPhone and iPad Turn Off Touch-and-Hold for Siri on HomePod...

To downgrade, you need to take backup of your data (optional but recommended) and then Erase macOS Sonoma → reinstall macOS Ventura → restore Time Machine backup. You can reinstall macOS Ventura through internet recovery or using a bootable USB drive. Keep your Mac plugged in while the downgrading takes place. Therefore, it is preferable to downgrade your Mac from macOS 14 Sonoma to Ventura. But the question is, how to go back to macOS 13 without losing data?...

Make sure to back up your Mac before installing macOS Sonoma. We recommend downloading and installing the macOS 14 Sonoma developer beta updates on a partition to keep your data safe. If you want to explore the new features and get hands-on experience with the next generation of macOS, here’s how you can download and install the macOS Sonoma developer beta 3 on your Mac. What’s new in macOS Sonoma beta?...

What is Wi-Fi privacy warning on iPhone? The warning message indicates the network is open, and other people on the same network may be able to see the user’s data, including passwords, emails, and additional sensitive information. Public Wi-Fi is prone to expose users’ MAC addresses to the network. According to Apple, iPhone uses a distinct MAC address with each Wi-Fi network to increase privacy. Therefore, receiving a warning implies that your MAC address is not hidden, and the connected network may see the information you send over the Wi-Fi network....

1. Profile Picture is no longer visible Has the profile picture of the user who you suspect has blocked you suddenly disappeared? If a gray background has replaced the user’s profile picture, it can only mean two things – they have either deleted their profile picture or blocked you. It is possible that the user has just deleted their profile picture. Nonetheless, it is one of the signs to know if the user has blocked you on WhatsApp....

Create desktop shortcuts for files and folders on a Mac Want to view the original file of the Alias? Use the following steps: Note: The shortcut you generated will continue to function even if the original folder is relocated. Create desktop shortcuts on Mac using drag and drop If the above-mentioned method is too much for you, then you can follow these simple steps to create an Alias on your Mac....

NVRAM (non-volatile random-access memory) on Intel-based Macs and PRAM (Parameter RAM) on old PowerPC are responsible for storing your Mac’s settings. Chances are they may have gone haywire. Let me tell you more about each and show you how to reset NVRAM or PRAM to fix specific Mac problems. Note: If you own a Mac with Apple Silicon, the following guide does not apply to you. What is the work of NVRAM and PRAM on Mac?...

But, from time to time, you may want to save audio messages that bring a smile to your face or explain important details. Here’s how to save audio messages on iPhone and iPad. Something to understand before we start… There are two ways to save (or keep) iMessage audio messages. Frankly speaking, the term ‘save’ here does not mean you can save it in Files or export it to any other app....

How to enable location sharing on Apple Watch How to share your location with Apple Watch using Find People Send your location using Messages from Apple Watch How to stop sharing your location on Apple Watch How to enable location sharing on Apple Watch You can keep your iPhone in your pocket or at home if you have the cellular Apple Watch model and share your current location with your wearable in just a few taps....

What is ‘splitting iTunes library’?Why is splitting your iTunes library helpful?How to split the iTunes library between two folders or drivesBonus Tip: How to create and use multiple iTunes libraries on your computer Create multiple iTunes libraries on Mac Select and open the desired library in iTunes What is ‘splitting iTunes library’? As evident from the name, splitting iTunes library means retaining a portion of your iTunes media (say music that takes less space) on the internal drive and moving another portion (say movies and TV shows that take huge space) on an external drive....

If you are running low on storage on any of your devices, an unnecessary download could be added trouble. If you are in the same boat, read along, as I will help you with how you can stop automatic app downloads on all Apple devices to save storage space. How to stop apps downloading automatically on other Apple devices Apple recommends using a single Apple ID on all your Apple devices....

Before learning to view EXIF data on iPhone, let’s understand more about it. What is photo metadata? How to see photo info on iPhone View EXIF data on iPhone Bonus: How to view EXIF data on iPhone using a shortcut Other options to get photo metadata What is photo metadata? Metadata or EXIF data usually includes the following information: iPhone model, camera type Camera settings – ISO, shutter, focal length, lens, aperture Image Information – Format, file size, date and time, resolution Location data – where the photo was captured...

This is different from how current immigration offices work, where you have the option to either go and apply for a passport in person or collect your passport after you’ve applied and paid for it online through the department’s portal. Saifuddin said the pilot project will be introduced to offices that are struggling to cope with the massive daily crowds. Specifically, it will start with Klang Valley offices to reduce congestion and waiting time....