Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts To use a keyboard shortcut you press a modifier key with a character key. For example, pressing the Command key (it has a symbol) and then the "c" key copies whatever is currently selected (text, graphics, and so forth) into the Clipboard. This is also known as the Command-C keyboard shortcut. A modifier key is a part of many keyboard shortcuts. A modifier key alters the way other keystrokes or mouse/trackpad clicks are interpreted by OS X. Here are the modifier key symbols you may see in OS X menus: Startup shortcuts Press the key or key combination until the expected function occurs/appears (for example, hold Option during startup until Startup Manager appears). Sleep and shut down shortcuts Finder keyboard shortcuts Application and other OS X shortcuts Note: Some applications may not support all of the following application key combinations. *Note: If no text is selected, the extension begins at the insertion point. Universal Access - VoiceOver keyboard commands Full keyboard access
Keyboard shortcuts From Mac Guides Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of simultaneous key presses that perform certain actions as an alternative to using the mouse. Keyboard shortcuts usually require a combination of modifier keys (command, option, control and shift) and other keys. The command key (cmd), also known as 'Apple' Mac OS X Shortcuts Many of these shortcuts can be customized (eg the Exposé shortcuts), as explained in Customizing shortcuts below. Symbols seen on Mac menus and non-US Apple keyboards, with their common names Shortcuts With Global Scope More shortcuts with global scope can be found on the Universal Access page. Command-Tab Box Press command-tab and hold the command key to keep the box open. Dock Keyboard Navigation in Mac OS X Core Apps Column View Note: A hollow arrow indicates that the pane with the selected folder is active. Taking Screenshots The Taking Screenshots in Mac OS X article includes keyboard shortcuts related to taking screenshots. Dialog Boxes Other Application Shortcuts iPhoto
MacBook All-in-One For Dummies Cheat Sheet Cheat Sheet MacBook owners have a number of tools that come in very handy for using their laptops efficiently and for maintaining the operating system to keep it running in top shape. These MacBook keyboard shortcuts for the Finder, a maintenance checklist, and a "translation" of the modifier keys will speed you on your way to becoming a MacBook power user. Mac OS X Finder Keyboard Shortcuts The Mac OS X Lion Finder helps you access and organize most of the important Mac OS X functions while you work. Strange-Looking Keys on the MacBook Keyboard New to the Macintosh world? Mac OS X Maintenance Checklist Maintenance is vital if you want to keep Mac OS X Lion in tip-top condition for as long as possible.
» My Essential Mac Setup Post written by Leo Babauta. Recently I had a geeky talk with my friend Suraj, showing him my favorite Mac apps as he played with his new Macbook Air. There are some programs I find almost indispensable to my workflow, and sharing them with him was fun. I’ve decided to share them with all of you, also for fun, and in hopes that there might be something useful for you in this list. Please note that these are essential to my workflow, but everyone’s needs are different. Essential Mac Apps These are the programs I find most indispensable: OmmWriter/Byword: I love these for their distraction-free writing. Note: I don’t use most of the built-in Mac apps like Mail, iCal, Contacts, Safari. Other Mac Utilities In addition, I use these utilities and find them really useful: Flycut – I honestly only found this a month or so ago, but already use it all the time. WordPress This doesn’t fall under Mac apps, but I often get asked about WordPress plugins.