News and Updates
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Inactivity and Idle Time on OS X
OS X has a timer called HIDIdleTime that tracks the last time you interacted with the computer.
OS X has a timer that tracks the last time you moved the mouse, typed a key, or interacted with the computer. This timer is used as the basis of idle time for when your Mac sleeps. …
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Power Manager Professional 4.3.3 Released
Announcing the launch of Power Manager Professional 4.3.3 for Mac OS X.
We are pleased to announce the launch of Power Manager Pro 4.3.3. This release fixes bugs. Updating Power Manager Pro Power Manager Pro will automatically check for updates every so often, so there is nothing to do. The update will automatically be offered to you during the next few weeks. …
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How to Install Homebrew on OS X
Learn how to install Homebrew on OS X. Homebrew make getting open source tools and software easy.
We are big fans of the Homebrew project for OS X. Homebrew opens up a world of new tools and possibilities for Mac users. Spend time researching “how to” questions and it is likely you will encounter many answers mentioning specific tools or open source solutions. The answer looks perfect but a new question is raised: how do I get the required tool onto my Mac? …
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How to Change Your Wireless MAC Address
Learn how to change or spoof your MacBook's wireless MAC address. This recipe make use of on-demand event with Power Manager.
When your Mac connects to a wireless network, your Mac is identified by its MAC address. This address allows hotels and other wireless hotspot providers to identify and track your Mac. …
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Fragile Nature of Automator and Watch Me Do
There are limits to what Automator can achieve and one fragile action in particular is the focus of this article, Automator's "Watch Me Do".
Automator is a tool for creating workflows; sequences of tasks that interact with OS X applications and files. Automator is created by Apple, included with OS X, and has been steadily improved. …
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How to Set Up Reliable Presentations
Having a looping presentation on a television or projector is great for attracting attention. The presentation allows people to learn more even when your hands are full dealing with others.
Having a looping presentation on a television or projector is great for attracting attention. The presentation allows people to learn more even when your hands are full dealing with others. …
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PowerPoint, AppleScript, and Yosemite
There appear to be problems with Microsoft PowerPoint and OS X 10.10. As you may be using Power Manager to automate presentations, these problems will likely affect your schedules.
There appear to be problems with Microsoft PowerPoint and OS X 10.10. As you may be using Power Manager to automate presentations, these problems will likely affect your schedules. …
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How to Run a Script When Your Mac Powers On
Learn how run a script when your Mac powers on or wakes up with Power Manager. This recipe can be expanded to schedule AppleScripts and Automator workflows.
Being able to run a script each time your Mac powers on is surprisingly useful. With a short script, Automator workflow, or AppleScript you can perform repetitive set-up tasks that help make sure your Mac is ready for productive work. …
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Creating a Foundation for Your Events
Power Manager lets you create your own events. To get started, first create an empty event; this recipe shows you how.
Power Manager includes a wide range of guided tasks for creating events. These tasks cover many common situations but occasionally creating your own event is required. In this recipe we will cover how to create an empty event and how to build upon it. …
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Activity Audit and Battery Report Updates for Mac App Store
Updates to Activity Audit and Battery Report are now available through the Mac App Store. Mac App Store editions take a while to pass through Apple’s review process. These updates are identical to those we launched here a couple of weeks ago: …
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