MacMost Newsletter Issue #809 for July 4, 2024

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Batch Rename Multiple Files On a Mac

You can rename multiple files using the Finder's hidden Batch Rename tool. You can change matching text in all file names, or add an index number to each file's name.
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Club MacMost Exclusive: Proper Order For Modifier Keys

Turns out there is a way for Apple to prefer us to speak or write keyboard shortcuts: Control, Option, Shift, Command. I'll try to follow this from now on.
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Changing the Accent Color Used in Apple Apps

Apps like Pages, Numbers and Notes use specific colors for selected items and highlights. This is called the Accent Color. You can override the accent colors in these apps with a system-wide accent color setting.
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Club MacMost Early Access: Building a Retirement Planning Spreadsheet In Numbers

Learn some Numbers spreadsheet skills by building a simple retirement planning table and chart. Learn how to use basic formulas to calculate how savings will grow with contributions and interest each year.
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Turning Off the Caps Lock and Other Text Cursor Indicators on Your Mac

Starting with macOS Sonoma you will see an indicator under the text cursor when you have Caps Lock turned, are using dictation, or have just switch keyboard input types. Here's more about this and how you can turn it off if you really want to.
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Club MacMost Exclusive: Using Finder Tags To Easily Add Files To the Dock

Here is a handy technique you can use to add files to the Dock for easy access even if the files are located in different folders.
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MacMost Recommendations

I'm often asked about the software and gadgets I use to produce the MacMost videos and in my work as a developer. So I've compiled a list of the products I use and recommend. Check it out. -- Gary

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