Mac Power Users 176: Everyday Automation
Feb 10, 2014
The conversation highlights the fascinating world of automation, focusing on tools like Keyboard Maestro and OmniFocus to streamline daily tasks. Personal anecdotes bring these automation techniques to life, showcasing their impact on productivity. The hosts dive into home automation challenges and solutions, discussing smart lighting and innovative devices. They also touch on enhancing digital security through password management tools. Practical tips and experiences make this exploration of everyday automation both engaging and relatable.
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Daily Journal Auto-Launch Anecdote
- David Sparks automates reading his Daily Journal by opening it automatically when connecting to his work Wi-Fi.
- This helps him stay informed daily without needing to remember to visit the site manually.
Use Wi-Fi Triggers in Keyboard Maestro
- Use Keyboard Maestro's Wi-Fi triggers to automate Mac behaviors like muting volume when away from home Wi-Fi.
- Also, automate mounting and ejecting network drives depending on your network location for convenience.
Automate Emailing Text With Automator
- Create simple Automator services to send selected text via email with a keystroke.
- This saves time by automating repeated emailing tasks without opening mail manually.
