MacOS allows you to hide files and folders by adding a simple period (.) to the file name. This can be handy if you want to share your MacBook with others and hide personal folders that other users ...

All files on your Mac, be it pictures, videos or documents, are stored in directories as part of the hard drive hierarchy. As you use your computer, so many of these files accumulate over time that ...

Finder lacks a New File command, which can be frustrating for users moving from Windows. You can add a New File command to Finder using Shortcuts and AppleScript. This simple tweak streamlines the ...

Finder is your pathway to all your Mac's files. Yes, you can (and should) use Spotlight to quickly find and open files. But when it comes to actually managing and working with files, folders, and ...

Finder is fundamental to the macOS experience. It’s how you get around, so it should be as efficient as possible. Here’s how ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Don’t let any file get away from you. Don’t let any file get away from you. Finding files on your Mac drive can ...

Restore order to your file system. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac It’s easy to rename multiple files at once on a Mac using the Finder’s batch rename tool. If you have a big series of pictures, ...

If you suddenly find your files have been accidentally deleted or lost from your Mac, what can you do to get them back?

To transfer files between your iPhone and Mac, use AirDrop, iCloud Drive, or Google Drive. Finder allows you to transfer files between devices by using a USB cable or Wi-Fi connection. Sending ...

You can customize more on your Mac than you might have realized, and that extends to the file management software you use to browse around your system. Here are some great alternatives to Finder.