How to test your network or server using ping in Terminal
The UNIX ping command lets you test network servers and latency. Here's how to use it in the macOS Terminal app.
How-Tos
Chip Loder
How to change FaceTime audio & video settings for clearer calls
Apple's iOS 18 enhances FaceTime & calls with advanced audio modes and cinematic video effects for clearer communication. Here's how — and when — to use them.
Andrew Orr
How to apply Quartz filters in macOS when saving images in Preview
Core Graphics provides default image filters for quick special effects. Here's how to save image files in Preview for macOS with effects.
How to enable parental controls on macOS Sequoia
Keeping your kids safe online might seem scary, but it's simple with Mac. Learn how to set up parental controls for your child's Mac in macOS Sequoia.
Amber Neely
How to copy file and app icons using macOS Preview
You can use the macOS Finder's Copy command to copy and paste files. But here's how to use the same command to copy file icons into Preview.
How to set parental controls on iOS 18 and iPadOS 18
Apple provides parental controls in iOS and iPadOS to set content and behavior restrictions for children's devices. Here's how to get started.
How to turn on Empty Trash Automatically in macOS Sequoia
The Mac's Trash stores files until you remove them from your drives. Here's how to empty the Trash automatically in macOS Sequoia.
How to Edit property lists in Terminal
Property lists are essentially XML files with a .plist extension. Here's how to edit them using the command line in the macOS Terminal app.
How to import your old passwords into the new Apple Passwords
Apple now has an official password manager, but importing your old passwords from other apps into Apple Passwords can be a bit of a pain.
Bon Adamson
Oliver Haslam
Charles Martin
William Gallagher
David Schloss
