Automators

37: Mac Maintenance & Management Magic

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Nov 22, 2019
Learn about automating Mac maintenance tasks, managing duplicates, and handling .ics files. The hosts discuss their favorite file management tools, the benefits of using Hazel for automation, and tips for managing calendars and windows on Mac. They also cover topics like shutting down applications at the end of the day, throttling data on Mac, and automating app store links and prices.
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ADVICE

Automate Trash Clearing

  • Automate trash clearing to save space and time.
  • Use Hazel or CleanMyMac for more control than macOS's built-in option.
ADVICE

Hazel for Trash Management

  • Use Hazel to automatically remove large trashed items or empty the trash after a set time.
  • Combine Hazel with macOS's built-in 30-day trash deletion for comprehensive cleanup.
ANECDOTE

Desktop Organization Disaster

  • David Sparks once angered his wife by organizing her cluttered desktop without permission.
  • Learn from David's mistake and communicate before reorganizing someone's files.
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