Open in a New Tab: It’s not just an option in your browser. When you’re in the finder window on a PC, right-click and choose Open in a New Tab.
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📁 Mac save shortcut: Working in Pages and don’t want to dig through folders to save your file? After hitting Command + S, a save window pops up. If you already have a Finder window open where you want to save it, just grab the folder icon in its title bar and drag it into the Save window.
⚡️ 3-second tech genius: Set your phone’s lock screen to show “If found, call [friend’s number].” It helps an honest finder return your phone without unlocking it or peeking.
⬇️ The drop zone: Got a new Mac, and AirDrop isn’t working? It’s not on by default. Open Finder > AirDrop. If your Bluetooth or Wi-Fi is turned off, press that button to turn it on. When it’s blue, it’s ready. Then set Allow me to be discovered by to either Contacts Only or Everyone.
📌 Put a pin in it: Pin your go-to apps so you can find them quickly. On Windows 11, open the Start menu > All apps > right-click an app you want and choose Pin to Start. For Macs, go to Finder > Applications > then click-drag the app you want to your Dock. Right-click to unpin.