Why Don't They Tell Us That Exists? — Mac Geek Gab 1031
Channel: Mac Geek Gab
Date: 29/03/2024

Maximize your tech with Mac Geek Gab's latest tips on data security, efficiency hacks, and cool finds.

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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 keystroke 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
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April 1: International Fun at Work Day (also National Sourdough Bread Day)
Apple Founder’s Day

Quick Tips
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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

Backup Questions Answered and Tips Shared!
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00:40:50 Kathy-Securely Storing Data on iCloud Drive?
Proton Drive
Cryptomator
Paperless
Apple’s Advanced Data Protection
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
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01:06:58 Rod L-CSF-Files List Export to create lists of your files
01:08:05 Sparky-CSF-1030-MacScan3 Security & AntiVirus Software
01:09:48 Josh-CSF-Spatial Viewer for iOS and Meta Quest
01:14:10 rnDoug-CSF-Apple's New John F. Braun Support Library
01:15:23 Rod L-CSF-Gray to run both Dark Mode and Light Mode apps simultaneously
01:19:56 Mac OS Ken for Apple News

01:21:44 MGG 1031 Outtro
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