The longer you use your Mac, the more cluttered it can become. While upgrading to a new machine is an option, a more economical move is to make your current Mac work better. To help your computer feel almost like new, we have put together this guide with techniques and useful apps that have helped us maintain a more civilized computer. These tips have been used since the guide was first published in 2021 and have helped keep a 2018 MacBook Air looking and running almost like brand new.
How to clean your Mac’s screen and body
Using water in a spray bottle and a clean microfiber cloth is a simple and effective way to clean your Mac. You can use regular or distilled water, with the latter being less likely to leave residue. A Giottos Rocket Blower can also make the job easier. Start by turning off your computer and unplugging it, then use the cleaning cloth to gently wipe the screen and body of your Mac.
How to organize your hard drive
Cleaning your Mac’s hard drive can be daunting, but macOS comes with a tool to help. Navigate to System Settings > General > Storage to see a breakdown of your storage into categories like Applications and Documents. You can delete unused apps and files to free up space. AppCleaner is a free program that can help you uninstall applications completely.
Tips and tricks for keeping a neat Desktop and Finder
A tidy menu bar can make everything look less cluttered. Use an app like Bartender to customize your menu bar and hide unwanted items. Check your Login Items in System Settings to speed up your system by removing unnecessary startup programs. To keep your desktop organized, use tags in Finder to easily categorize and find files. Consider using Alfred to supercharge your Finder experience.
How to organize your windows and tabs
Apple’s operating system doesn’t have the best window management tools, so consider downloading an app like Magnet or Rectangle to replicate Windows 10’s snapping feature. These apps offer more ways to configure your windows and come with shortcut support for quick setup.
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