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How to get Photos to show the library selection dialog each time it runs

Do you want Photos to show its library selection dialog when it opens? Here’s one solution without the Option key.

October 3, 2019 Macs, Technology

Preference settings: where to find them in Mojave

Where to look for that vital preference file? Here’s a list of those you’ll find most useful in Mojave.

August 28, 2019 Macs, Technology

Working safely and effectively with preferences in Mojave

Preference files are involved in many Mac problems, and are often their solution. Using them now isn’t simple: here is some guidance.

August 22, 2019 Macs, Technology

Global defaults in macOS Mojave

Inside all those hidden settings which control App Nap to Trackpad scaling factors: what they are and how to set them.

August 15, 2019 Macs, Technology

Getting the best out my apps’ auto-update system

Helpful info and advice for all those using recent versions of my more popular free apps and utilities, about security and auto-updates.

June 21, 2019 Macs, Technology

My Mac starts up in the wrong language or keyboard

What do you do if your Mac starts up in the wrong language, or even worse if it’s stuck in the wrong keyboard when you’re trying to type in your password?

December 21, 2018 Language, Macs, Technology

At your service: Services menus

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Like many other parts of the macOS human interface, its Services menus are heavily used by some users, […]

January 22, 2018 Macs, Technology

Customising it all: global defaults in macOS Sierra and High Sierra

Where to find hidden global default settings, and how to change them without paying for a utility like MacPilot.

November 9, 2017 Macs, Technology

Preference settings: where to find them in macOS Sierra (v2)

Got a setting that you just can’t get to stick properly? Here’s a listing of preference files for Sierra, and pointers to all sorts of other settings too.

August 24, 2017 Macs, Technology

Consolation 3.0b7 (fc1): building an infinitely customizable log browser

This new version improves control behaviours in the preferences sheet. Is it ready for final release now?

August 17, 2017 Macs, Technology

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