As you know, your computer stores files using a hierarchical structure. So, if you need to find the full path of a file, it’s good to know the various ways you can do so on macOS. You might want the pathname to create a shortcut, need it for an app, or would like it as a ...
While the former can be solved with Bluetooth tags, there are no accessible trackers that help you recover lost files — Macs are so good at hiding (business idea?). But don’t worry; there are more than a few ways to help your Mac find folders and files that you deem gone forever. ...
finding and deleting these empty folders is an easy process. Sometimes you may create these folders and forget about them, and sometimes the apps you install create and leave them behind. The empty folders take up little storage space, but you may want to find and delete them to keep ...
Sometimes you need to copy the exact location of a file in macOS through all nested folders (in the graphical user interface of the Finder) or directories (in the identical Unix hierarchy accessible via Terminal). This can be useful for deleting a file that requires intervention through the Te...
On macOS Monterey and earlier Follow these steps to prevent files, folders, or disks from showing in Spotlight Search on Mac running an older version of macOS: OpenSystem Preferencesand clickSpotlight. Go to thePrivacytab. Drag and dropa folder or disk on this System Preferences screen to preve...
We shared several ways how to access hidden Library folder on your Mac. You can use a special free utilityFunterto find and operate hidden folders and files on your Mac. But, once again, if you are a new Mac user and don`t know much about the architecture and functions of macOS, it...
Ask Siri to find a file for you, like “Find my budget spreadsheet” or “Show me photos from last week”. Using Smart Folders Smart Folders automatically gather files by type and subject matter. You can create one by going to Finder, selectingFile > New Smart Folder, and setting the cr...
No matter which version of macOS you use, Finder is always the primary way to interact with your files and folders. And also, it’s true that Finder has plenty of ways to organize your data, both manually and automatically. However, what if you want to bookmark a folder in Finder on ...
There are many ways to organize files in folders within Finder, but possibly one of the handiest is to sort files by the application that will open them. AppleInsider shows how to enable this Finder view, as well as a similar option that can be used to g
If you try to delete a locked file, macOS will prompt you to confirm before moving the item to the Trash. Lock and Unlock Files and Folders in macOS Using Finder The quickest and easiest way to lock a file or folder in macOS is through Finder. The process goes like this: ...