Click the Apple icon in the top left of the screen. Click System Preferences. Click “Desktop & Screen Saver” on the first row. Make sure you have the correct screen saver selected. Hold down the cmd + Shift keys. Don’t let go until step 8. Click the Test button. The screen saver will appear. When… Continue reading How to take a Screenshot of your Mac Screen Saver
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Reset FileVault Master Password
If you are locked out of an account which uses FileVault due to forgetting your password and the master password then this will not help you. This only applies to currently accessible accounts and accounts created afterwards. To remove the current Master Password: Login as an administrator account. Click the Finder icon on the Dock.… Continue reading Reset FileVault Master Password
Unable to re-download Lion from App Store
Problem On your Mac, you have downloaded the Mac OS X Lion upgrade but need to download it again as the file may have become corrupt or was interrupted by your internet disconnecting. Also, you may have already installed Lion but would like to download it again as a backup. Solution Quit the App Store. Go to… Continue reading Unable to re-download Lion from App Store
No Reminders from Software Update
Problem The Software Update application on your Mac no longer appears automatically like it may have done before. Solution Click the Apple icon in the top left of the screen. Click System Preferences. On the fourth row, click Software Update. Make sure the “Scheduled Check” tab is selected. Make sure the last two checkboxes “Check… Continue reading No Reminders from Software Update
Using Function Keys for the Prediction Tool in Read & Write GOLD for Mac
Problem When using the Prediction Tool in Read & Write GOLD for Mac, you are prompted to press the function keys (F1, F2, etc) to insert the word. However, pressing these will activate the standard Mac functions such as changing the screen brightness or volume. Solution There are several ways to work around this: Use… Continue reading Using Function Keys for the Prediction Tool in Read & Write GOLD for Mac