While macOS allows users to see the majority of the files their Mac holds, not all files are immediately accessible in Finder, with some kept from view to prevent inadvertent changes or deletion.

When we open a document, say a Word file, Excel, or TXT file, an image file (PNG, JPG, etc.), audio video, etc., Windows automatically keeps track of such opened files. This helps to easily access or ...

I know how to change the view settings for all folders, but how can I change the view settings for a folder and all of its subfolders and (here's the trick) MAKE IT STICK? I swear Explorer doesn't ...

The Finder’s list view is my favorite way to view the folders and files within the macOS Finder, because it provides a wealth of information via columns that can be sorted on. One thing that you won’t ...

Not all third-party file managers have built-in settings to set them as the default file manager on Windows 11. You can make them your default file manager by running a reg file. You can also use ...

We’ve talked about File Explorer (Windows Explorer in Windows 7) several times before, and if you ask me it’s one of the most important parts of Windows to customize. Unlike a smartphone or tablet, ...

In a previous how-to, we explained how to add a special stack to your Mac's Dock that enables quick access to recently opened or favorite items. This unique stack can be configured to show your most ...

In macOS, the library folder is used to store user account settings, preference files, app support files, caches, and other important data that allows your Mac to function as it should. Making ...

Just like computers, mobile devices also have a number of files that are hidden in the system folders of the internal storage. While most of these files are useful, some of them are junk files that ...