macOS Sequoia Essential Training

Course details

In this course, Nick Brazzi shows Apple fans everything they need to know about macOS and offers in-depth guidance on all aspects of working with macOS devices. Learn about the latest features in macOS—including the AI tools in Apple Intelligence—and how to upgrade. Then, get started setting up a new Mac, navigating the user interface, making adjustments in System Settings, connecting accessories, and more.

Explore all the ways you can use the Finder and the desktop. Go over how to launch and use applications, as well as how to work with Mail, Calendar, Contacts, and more. Find out how to work with other bundled applications, install and manage various applications, and manage your notifications and widgets.

Concepts

0. Introduction

01 - Understanding macOS
02 - Using the exercise files
03 - Understand the Apple Account and iCloud
04 - Set up an Apple Account or iCloud
05 - Upgrade to macOS Sequoia
06 - New features in macOS Sequoia

1. Getting Started

07 - First-time setup for a new Mac
08 - Sign in, shut down, sleep, and restart
09 - Interface with windows, menus, and the toolbar
10 - Adjust settings in System Settings
11 - Use the Control Center and customize the toolbar
12 - Connect accessories - Wired and Bluetooth wireless devices
13 - Beyond clicking - Mouse and trackpad control
14 - Use keyboard shortcuts
15 - Connect to the internet
16 - Set up multiple user accounts
17 - Update macOS

2. Finder - The Mac Filing Cabinet

18 - Browse through folders
19 - Essential folder structure including the Home folder
20 - Use folder shortcuts
21 - Create folders and rename files and folders
22 - Copy and move files or folders
23 - Delete files and folders
24 - Search for files using Spotlight
25 - Zip and unzip archive files
26 - Connect external drives

3. Using the Desktop

27 - Organize items on the desktop
28 - Customize the desktop wallpaper and screen saver

4. Launch and Use Applications

29 - Launch applications
30 - Quit applications
31 - Customize the dock
32 - Multitask between multiple applications
33 - Use full-screen, split view, and window tiling
34 - Use Stage Manager for multitasking
35 - Save files within an application

5. Work with Mail, Contacts, Calendars, Notes, and Reminders

36 - Set up accounts for Mail, Calendar, Contacts, and more
37 - Work with the Mail application
38 - Use the Calendar application
39 - Organize address book contacts
40 - Organize notes
41 - Use the Reminders app to make lists

6. Work with Other Bundled Applications

42 - Browse and search the web with Safari
43 - Clear your web history
44 - Use the Messages app for text-based messages
45 - Use FaceTime for audio and video calls
46 - Use special options in FaceTime and other meeting apps
47 - Import and organize photos
48 - Organize and listen to music
49 - Find locations on the map
50 - Use live text in several applications

7. Install and Manage Applications

51 - Use the App Store to install and update applications
52 - Install software from a CD or a download from the web
53 - Set up a printer
54 - Set app privacy and permissions

8. Manage Notifications

55 - Work with notifications
56 - Set the Focus mode to block notifications

9. Use Siri for Voice Commands

57 - Search and control a computer with Siri

10. Share Files and Data Between Devices

58 - Share files quickly with AirDrop
59 - Use Handoff to transfer tasks between an iPhone and a Mac
60 - Control an iPhone in macOS using iPhone Mirroring

11. Backing Up and Security

61 - Save passwords for online services
62 - Manage saved passwords
63 - Understand backup options

Conclusion

64 - Next steps