• Use GIMP for simple graphics needs without having to learn advanced image manipulation methods. Simple Floating Logo This tutorial walks through some basic image and layer manipulation techniques. Making a Circle-Shaped Image How to create a circular-shaped image. Making a Heart Shape with Selections How to create a heart-shape with selections.
• The free Basic Skills Excel for Apple Mac tutorial will get you started with Excel fundamentals.Even though it is a basic skills course you’ll still master many skills that professional Excel users are unable to use. Available entirely free as an e-book.

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Click the right corner of your Apple mouse, or click with two fingers on your Apple trackpad. You can change this in Mouse preferences and Trackpad preferences.

Scroll, swipe, click

Settings for scroll direction, swipe gestures, and button assignments are also in Mouse and Trackpad preferences.

Close & resize windows

Buttons for closing, minimizing, and maximizing a window are in the upper-left corner of the window.

Change volume

Use the volume control in the menu bar, or use the volume keys on your Apple keyboard.

Change Mac settings

Looking for the Control Panel? Use System Preferences instead.

Open apps

You can also use Launchpad and the Dock to open your apps (programs).

Find files

Use Spotlight to quickly find and open apps, documents, and other files.

Browse for files

Looking for Windows File Explorer? Learn about the Finder.

Throw files away

Looking for the Recycle Bin? Use the Trash, which is in the Dock.

Rename files

Click the file once to select it, then press the Return key and type a new name. Press Return when done.

Preview files

Preview most files on your Mac using Quick Look. Click the file once to select it, then press Space bar.

Back up files

Time Machine keeps a copy of all your files, and it remembers how your system looked on any given day.

Keyboard shortcuts

Many Mac keyboard combinations use the Command (⌘) key. Learn more keys and keyboard shortcuts

Learn more

• For more information to help you get to know your Mac, use the Help menu in the Finder menu bar.
• What’s it called on my Mac? includes additional Windows and Mac terms.

Are you new to the Mac? MacMost has more than 2,400 free Mac tutorials that can help you get up to speed quickly. Here is a collection of videos hand-picked to help those who are using a Mac for the first time.

Getting Started

First, get a tour of the Mac keyboard. Then, learn about the many different ways to launch apps on your Mac. Your Mac also comes with a large collection of apps pre-installed which can handle most basic computer tasks. One of the key techniques you should know about right away is how to bring up context menus, and there are also a few other key things you should master.

Working With Files, Folders and Documents

The Finder is the environment you use to view your files and folders. Learn how to organize files on your Mac. Learning how to use the Finder is key to getting around.

Safety and Security

No matter which computer or devices you use, you should always keep security in mind. On a Mac it is easy to set strong, unique passwords for each website and service you use. If someone else needs to use your Mac, they should have their own account.

As for malware, Apple has you covered with built-in anti-virus. MacMost has a free course and eBook on Mac security.

Using Safari

The Mac’s default web browser is Safari. It is fast, energy-efficient and good with security and privacy. Learn how to go to sites and perform searches. When reading articles, use the reader view. Learn other key Safari web-browsing tips.

Mac Basics Video Tutorials

These short videos focus on a single topic for those who are new to using a Mac.

The 4 Basic Techniques Every Mac User Needs To Master
Mac Basics: Drag and Drop
Mac Basics: The Desktop Folder
Mac Basics: Using Siri
Mac Basics: Using Launchpad
Mac Basics: Mission Control
Mac Basics: Searching For Files
Mac Basics: Using Spotlight Search
Mac Basics: Using Windows And Tabs
Mac Basics: How To Right Click
Mac Basics: Using the Dock
Mac Basics: Changing Your Desktop Background
Mac Basics: How To Preview Files
Mac Basics: User Accounts
Mac Basics: The Pointer and Cursor
Mac Basics: Using System Preferences
Mac Basics: The Red, Yellow and Green Window Buttons
Mac Basics: Moving And Resizing Windows

Free Mac Training Courses

Mac Basics: Using The Menu Bar

Free Mac Computer Tutorials

Mac Basics: The Mac App Store
Mac Basics: Using Modifier Keys

Apple Mac Tutorials Free

Mac Basics: Switching Apps
Mac Basics: Using the Trash To Delete Files
Mac Basics: How To Rename Files
Mac Basics: Copy and Paste
Mac Basics: Learning To Use Keyboard Shortcuts
Mac Basics: Using the Finder's Four Views
Mac Basics: How To Launch Apps
Mac Basics: How To Use Split View

More Mac Tips

Hungry for more? Learn how to use the Mac App Store to get more apps and see how you can uninstall apps. Learn how to use the Dock and the Menu Bar. Find out how to take screen shots.

Getting Help

The Help menu in any App will give you access to keyboard shortcuts, help you locate menu commands, and view app documentation. You can also download MacMost’s keyboard shortcut PDF if you like shortcuts.
If you have a problem with your Mac, Apple has terrific customer support. You can take your Mac to the Genius Bar in any Apple Store for free help, advice and as the first step in any repair.

Want even more help getting up to speed? MacMost has a general course on using macOS Big Sur. It includes 60 video tutorials, with more than 4 hours of video instruction.