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macOS Core Concepts - Learn to use your Mac!
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macOS Core Concepts - Learn to use your Mac!

Unlock the full potential of your Mac with this in-depth video tutorial. Learn key features to improve your workflow!
Created byAndrew Swanson
Last updated 4/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Get the most out of your Mac with this in-depth macOS video tutorial with over 60 individual lessons!
  • See how to use the key features of macOS in the and most effective & efficient ways.
  • Learn how to customize your Mac to suit your unique requirements and preferences. 30+ lessons on macOS Settings!
  • We go into detail regarding the Mac interface, handling files and folders, using iCloud features, and all Mac system settings/preferences!
  • Many lessons focus on how to use the Finder to effectively organize files and folders.
  • Familiarize yourself with common keyboard shortcuts utilized on macOS. Shortcuts are often mentioned and displayed within the lessons!
  • Tons of tips and tricks on how to use your Mac!

Course content

2 sections66 lectures4h 14m total length
  • Introduction1:20

    Tutorial introduction

  • The Mac Desktop3:49
  • The Menubar3:19
  • Control Center2:11
  • Finder Window Basics7:18
  • Finder Settings5:02
  • The Finder Sidebar3:11
  • View Options5:59
  • Finder Tabs3:39
  • App Tabs3:06
  • Mission Control, Spaces & Split View5:59
  • Hide Apps2:33
  • App Switcher2:50
  • Stage Manager5:06
  • Tags3:54
  • Share2:21
  • The Dock6:26
  • Desktop Stacks4:02
  • Quick Look4:01
  • The Home Folder6:08
  • Spotlight Search5:31
  • Siri3:22
  • Notifications3:51
  • Widgets4:24
  • Launchpad2:59
  • Files & Folders4:19
  • Smart Folders3:56
  • Saving3:49
  • AirDrop3:46
  • App Handoff3:02
  • iCloud Drive4:47
  • Trash2:48
  • Batch Rename Files2:30

Requirements

  • No experience needed. Access to a Mac computer recommended.

Description

Get the most out of your Mac with this in-depth macOS video tutorial! Great for anyone new to the Mac or just looking to grasp all the details of macOS. The lessons in this tutorial are also a fantastic reference/reminder for more experienced Mac users! We go into detail regarding the MacOS interface, handling files and folders, using iCloud features, and all Mac system settings/preferences! Tons of content & details!

•Over 4 Hours of HD Mac Video Tutorials! They look great on any display!
•More than 60 lessons on how to use everything (not just new features & basics) in macOS.
•The viewer is guided with zooms, pans, and highlights of what is being discussed in each lesson.
•Keyboard shortcuts are displayed as they are used in the lesson.
•Each lesson is scripted and professionally recorded and edited.
•The tutorial is regularly updated to reflect changes and updates as new versions of macOS are released by Apple.

This tutorial contains two main sections. First is "Desktop & Finder" where we cover the key features that are built into macOS to help view, organize, open, edit and share files. In section two we have a lesson on every Mac system setting. This will help any Mac user become more proficient with using and customizing their computer. Even long time Mac users can learn something new from these lessons!


Full lesson list...

A. Desktop & Finder

  • The Desktop

  • The Menubar

  • Control Center

  • Finder Windows

  • Finder Settings

  • The Finder Sidebar

  • View Options

  • Finder Tabs

  • App Tabs

  • Mission Control, Spaces, & Split View

  • Hide Apps

  • App Switcher

  • Stage Manager

  • Tags

  • Share

  • The Dock

  • Desktop Stacks

  • Quick Look

  • The Home Folder

  • Spotlight Search

  • Siri

  • Notifications

  • Widgets

  • Launchpad

  • Files & Folders

  • Smart Folders

  • Saving

  • AirDrop

  • App Handoff

  • iCloud Drive

  • Trash

  • Batch Rename


B. System Settings


  • Introduction to System Settings

  • Apple ID & iCloud

  • Wi-Fi

  • Bluetooth

  • Network

  • Notifications

  • Sound

  • Focus

  • Screen Time

  • General Part 1

  • General Part 2

  • General Part 3

  • Appearance

  • Accessibility

  • Control Center

  • Siri & Spotlight

  • Privacy & Security

  • Desktop & Dock

  • Displays

  • Wallpaper

  • Screen Saver

  • Battery

  • Lock Screen

  • Touch ID & Password

  • Users & Groups

  • Passwords

  • Internet Accounts

  • Game Center

  • Wallet & Apple Pay

  • Keyboard

  • Trackpad

  • Mouse

  • Printers & Scanners

  • Wrap Up


Who this course is for:

  • Those new to the Mac and more experienced users will benefit from these lessons.