For those of you who have switched from a Windows computer to a Mac, here are some tips to help you make the transition. Many keyboard shortcuts are similar except that instead of the Ctrl key you will use the Command (⌘) key.
- Cut = command+X
- Copy = command+C
- Paste = command+V
- Undo = command+Z
- Print = command+P
- Save = command+S
- Select All = command+A
- Close Window = command+W
- Switch Apps = command+Tab
- Quit App = command+Q
- Find Files = command+space bar
- Screenshot = shift+command+3
Here are some other tips for using your Mac.
- Buttons for closing, minimizing, and maximizing a window are in the upper-left corner of the window.
- Use the volume control
in the menu bar, or use the volume keys on your Apple keyboard. - Use Spotlight to quickly find and open apps, documents, and other files.
- You can also use Launchpad and the Dock to open your apps (programs).
- Looking for Windows File Explorer? Learn about the Finder.
- Looking for the Control Panel? Use System Preferences instead.
- Looking for the Recycle Bin? Use the Trash, which is in the Dock.
- To rename a file, click the file once to select it, then press the Return key and type a new name. Press Return when done.
- Preview most files on your Mac using Quick Look. Click the file once to select it, then press Space bar.
- Back-up files: Time Machine keeps a copy of all your files, and it remembers how your system looked on any given day.
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