Take Control of Automating Your Mac, 3rd Edition
Type : epub |
Size : 10.23 MB |
English |
Descirption: Updated November 21, 2019
Looking for ways to work smarter and faster with your Mac? In this updated and expanded third edition of his popular guide to Mac automation, Joe Kissell sho how anyone, at any level of experience, can save time and effort, and avoid unnecessary errors, by using automation techniques that range from the simplest keyboard shortcut to the most complicated script.
In this book, Joe teaches you how to automate routine tasks in a wide variety of ways. You can begin by making the most of productivity features such as Siri, Spotlight (for launching apps), and text replacement-and then move on to the more sophisticated automation tools built into macOS, such as Automator, AppleScript, services, and shell scripts.
In addition, Joe gives extensive information about third-party automation apps that can make a huge difference to your work efficiency, such as Keyboard Maestro, TextExpander, OmniGraffle, and many more. As an extra bonus, the book includes coupons for discounts on 10 automation apps, adding up to more than $100 in savings!
Whether you're new to automation, you just need a refresher, or you're experienced with automation but want to go deeper, this book can teach you the skills you need to automate with ease. Take back your time, work more efficiently, and have more fun with your Mac, with Take Control of Automating Your Mac, Third Edition!
With this book, you'll learn how to:
Get started with the built-in macOS automation tools, including Automator, AppleScript, and shell scriptsTake full advantage of input devices to save clicksCustomize toolbars and your Touch Bar to put hard-to-find controls at your fingertipsUse your voice to control your Mac with Siri, dictation, and Voice Control/Dictation CommandsAutomate text expansion for faster, more consistent typingControl the Finder with a launcher and by organizing files with HazelSupercharge your clipboard to remember and reformat previous copiesWrite macros in Microsoft Office and Nisus Writer ProCreate rules to file email automatically in Apple Mail and OutlookLog in to websites faster with a password managerAutomate cloud services with IFTTT and ZapierSet up automatic backup and syncingUse Omni Automation for JavaScript-based automation tasksControl nearly anything on your Mac with Keyboard Maestro</ul>
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