Tips & tricks

Text replacement: type “addr” and the whole address pops out

macOS can replace short shortcuts with long text system-wide — in email, browser, and chat alike. Set it up once, works everywhere.

Bulk rename files right inside Finder

Select files, right-click, Rename — Finder can replace text, add sequence numbers, and format names with numbering.

Dictation: you talk, your Mac types

Double-tapping the keyboard shortcut starts dictation wherever the cursor is blinking. It handles other languages surprisingly well.

“Cut and paste” files in Finder

Cmd+Option+V

The Mac has no Ctrl+X for files — instead, copy with Cmd+C and paste with Option: the file moves instead of copying.

Spotlight as a calculator and unit converter

Cmd+Space

No need to open a calculator or google an exchange rate. Spotlight calculates and converts currencies and units right in the search field.

Screen recording without installing anything

Cmd+Shift+5

Cmd+Shift+5 opens a panel that handles both screenshots and screen video — including area selection and a timer.

Cmd+Tab: switch apps like a pro

Cmd+Tab

The app switcher can do more than it looks — quit apps, hide them, or switch between windows without ever letting go of the keys.