Why Don't They Tell Us That Exists?

From Mac Geek Gab — Apple Tips, Tricks, and Troubleshooting Dave Hamilton, Pilot Pete & Adam Christianson

Dive into a trove of tech treasures, from the power of force-quitting multiple apps in unison to the novelty of linking notes with a simple >> in Apple’s Notes app. Pilot Pete, Adam Christianson, and Dave Hamilton help you discover the secrets to customizing your Home Screen, leveraging your personal voice on iPhone, and why swapping Regex for ChatGPT could revolutionize your text parsing. They even explore the realms of secure data storage on iCloud with tools like Cryptomator and Proton Drive, ensuring your digital life is both organized and fortified. With tips on silencing unknown callers, expanding Spotlight’s reach, and the utility of using multiple Ethernet ports on a Synology DiskStation, this episode is jam-packed with insights. And remember, when tinkering with your tech or securing your digital domain, “Don’t Get Caught” unprepared.

In an episode brimming with quick tips and cool finds, the trio doesn’t stop at just data security and efficiency hacks. They delve into the mysteries of disappearing apps, the significance of checking your DVD reader, and the revelation of tools like Files List Export for managing your digital files more effectively. With a nod to MacScan3 for those concerned about security and a spotlight on the Spatial Viewer app, it’s clear that staying ahead in the tech game requires constant curiosity and a willingness to explore the unspoken features of our daily tools.

Whether you’re looking to streamline your digital workflow or enhance your device’s security, this episode is a testament to the Mac Geek Gab’s enduring mantra: navigating the digital world smartly ensures you never “Don’t Get Caught” off guard.

00:00:00 Mac Geek Gab 1031 for Monday, April 1st, 2024
- April 1: International Fun at Work Day (also National Sourdough Bread Day)
- Apple Founder’s Day
Quick Tips
- 00:00:01 James-QT-Force Quit allows multiple selections, too!
- 00:04:44 Change “Relaunch Finder” to “Quit Finder”
  - defaults write com.apple.finder QuitMenuItem -bool true
  - Morning SaMBa
- 00:13:26 QT-Type two greater-than signs into the body of a Note to link to another note
  - Tags in Notes
- 00:16:00 Scott-QT-Shortcut to Silence Unknown Callers on/off
- 00:18:07 Creating Custom Home Screens
- 00:20:27 Personal Voice on iPhone
  - Elevenlabs.
- 00:24:16 PCUnix-QT-Use ChatGPT instead of Regex for Parsing Text
- 00:27:55 Kent-QT-1030-More Quick Look Quick Tips
  - Why Don’t They Tell Us That Exists?
- 00:30:25 Ben-QT Followups
- 00:34:47 Richard-QT-Expand the Size of Spotlight Search
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Backup Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
- 00:40:50 Kathy-Securely Storing Data on iCloud Drive?
- 00:50:35 Mark-How to keep backups of files on external drives?
  - Backblaze.com
  - ChronoSync
- 00:57:02 Using Multiple Ethernet Ports on Synology DiskStation
Your Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
- 01:01:21 Steve-Why Are Old Apps Appearing in Open With?
- 01:05:21 Check your DVD Reader!
Cool Stuff Found
- 01:06:58 Rod L-CSF-Files List Export to create lists of your files
- 01:08:05 Sparky-CSF-