5 Handy MacBook Features You Need to Know
If you’re new to MacBook or simply want to get more out of your device, here are five great features that can make your Mac experience even smoother! These tools are easy to access, and you might be surprised at how useful they can be.
1. Use Stacks to Organize Your Desktop
What it does: The Stacks feature helps keep your desktop clean by grouping similar files together automatically.
How to use it:
Right-click on your desktop and select “Use Stacks.”
Files will now be sorted by type (like images, PDFs, etc.) into neat piles that you can easily open or close.
Why it’s useful: No more endless scrolling to find your files – everything’s organized in one click!
2. Remove Background from Photos
What it does: Quickly remove backgrounds from images with just a few clicks—no need for extra apps.
How to use it:
Right-click on the image file.
Select “Quick Actions” and then “Remove Background.”
Why it’s useful: This tool helps you create clean, professional images without additional software.
3. Resize and Convert Images Quickly
What it does: You can resize and convert images with the built-in “Quick Actions” in Finder.
How to use it:
Right-click on the image you want to edit.
Navigate to “Quick Actions” and choose “Convert Image.”
Why it’s useful: Whether you need a different size or file format, you can easily make the adjustment without opening a separate program.
4. Add Widgets to Your Home Screen
What it does: Personalize your home screen with widgets like weather, reminders, and more.
How to use it:
Open the “Notification Center” by clicking the date in the top-right corner of the screen.
Click “Edit Widgets” at the bottom, then drag and drop your chosen widgets onto the home screen.
Why it’s useful: Widgets provide quick access to information at a glance, making your home screen more functional and customized.
5. Add Bookmarks to Your Dock
What it does: Bookmark your favorite websites on the Dock for fast access.
How to use it:
Open Safari and navigate to the website you want to bookmark.
In the menu bar, click on “File” and then select “Add to Dock.”
Why it’s useful: Quickly access your favorite sites without having to open Safari and navigate to them every time.
