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Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting
Intro
This chapter offers valuable tips on using three-finger swipe gestures to easily undo and redo actions on an iPhone. The hosts celebrate the practicality of these shortcuts, aimed at enhancing listeners' tech-savvy skills.
Are you tired of fumbling with your iPhone to undo actions? Discover a game-changing Quick Tip that will revolutionize your mobile experience!
This episode of Mac Geek Gab is packed with time-saving hacks and tech insights. Learn how to undo on your iPhone without shaking, customize your Finder tabs, and supercharge your Apple Notes with ProNotes. The hosts dive into the world of AI-generated music and explore the potential of ChatGPT’s Canvas feature for collaborative work.
Don’t get caught off guard by scam texts or emails! Dave, Adam, and Pete share valuable advice on staying safe online and discusses the latest developments in social media apps. Plus, get the scoop on innovative gadgets like motion-sensing garage lights and puzzle games that will challenge your problem-solving skills.
Ready to elevate your tech game and stay ahead of the curve? Don’t get caught missing out on these essential tips and tricks. Click to listen now and join the Mac Geek Gab community!
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- Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 Ventmore-QT-Use three-finger swipe (or tap) to undo on iPhone (and iPad)
- 00:02:17 Steve-QT-Say “Cancel” to shut Siri up!
- 00:04:37 Steve Hammond-QT-Use Option to set default app to open a file
- 00:06:12 Rod L-QT-Tailscale says to install the standalone version on macOS
- 00:08:50 PorthosJon-QT-Use pbcopy to send stuff directly from Terminal to Clipboard
- cat /etc/hosts | pbcopy
- 00:10:44 Alex-QT-Deselect Category view in iOS Mail
- 00:15:13 Ed-QT-1075-Select the tab with the same Shift+Command+\ again!
- 00:16:19 Porthos Jon-QT-1075-More Finder Window Management Tips
- Don’t Get Caught
- 00:20:41 Niceville Steve-DGC-Beware Texts that appear to be Apple wanting to change your password
- 00:25:09 Lucas-DGC-Don’t Accidentally Invite People to an Event!
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- 00:43:10 Larry-How do I control what audio plays when my phone connects to my car?
- Cool Stuff Found
- 00:48:44 Adam-CSF-Suno AI Song Generator
- 00:57:42 Paul Conaway-CSF-HiDock to control exactly where the Dock appears
- 00:58:51 RandyWalker-CSF-Tapestry From iconfactory pulls all your socials into one timeline
- 01:03:32 Mark M-CSF-ProNotes, adding formatting, AI, Templates, and Markdown to Apple Notes
- 01:05:38 CSF-Apple Invites now available for iCloud+ users
- 01:07:39 CSF-Motion Sensing LED Garage Light
- 01:10:51 Steve-CSF-StopTheMadness to keep those Safari Form Fills from driving you mad
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