Name: My Exact Mac Setup — Files, Apps & Habits @CleanMyMac
Uploaded: 2026-09-22T08:17:00-05:00
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Description: My Exact Mac Setup — Files, Apps & Habits

My Exact Mac Setup — Files, Apps & Habits

CleanMyMac by MacPaw 2026-09-22 | My Exact Mac Setup — Files, Apps & Habits

How to Remove Searchmine from Mac

CleanMyMac 2024-01-10 | Follow the steps in this video to learn how to remove SearchMine from Mac.
Get CleanMyMac X to scan your Mac for malware: bit.ly/4alXGfe

How to remove SearchMine from Mac:

Tip #1. Use a malware removal tool
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available):
bit.ly/4alXGfe
Launch the app and go to Malware Removal.
Hit the Scan button.
If anything malicious is found, click Remove.

Tip #2. Remove malicious profiles
Go to System Settings - Privacy & Security - Profiles
If you have a SearchMine profile here, highlight and delete it.

Tip #3. Delete the SearchMine app and its related files
Go to Activity Monitor and stop processes with SearchMine in their names.
Go to System Settings - General - Login Items. Disable SearchMine-related items.
Open Finder - Go to Folder. Enter these commands one by one:
~/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchAgents
/Library/LaunchDaemons
/Library/Application Support

Tip #4. Remove SearchMine from your browser
Safari
Enable the Develop menu in Safari Settings - Advanced
Develop - Empty Caches
Safari - Clear History
Check your homepage and extensions

Chrome
Go to chrome://settings/reset and reset settings
Check for unwanted policies in chrome://policy
If there are unwanted policies, use these commands in Terminal, hitting Enter after each one:
defaults write com.google.Chrome HomepagelsNewTabPage -bool false
defaults write com.google.Chrome NewTabPageLocation -string “google.com/”
defaults write com.google.Chrome HomepageLocation -string “google.com/”
defaults delete com.google.Chrome DefaultSearchProviderSearchURL
defaults delete com.google.Chrome DefaultSearchProviderNewTabURL
defaults delete com.google.Chrome DefaultSearchProviderName

Then restart Chrome and change your search engine

Firefox
Go to about:support and click Refresh Firefox

Read how to remove SearchMine from Mac:
bit.ly/4ajfG9Q

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3Rn7RY7

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:10 - What is Searchmine
00:27 - How can Searchmine get into Mac
00:55 - How to remove Searchmine with one click
01:21 - How to remove Searchmine manually
01:25 - Remove malicious profiles
01:38 - Delete Searchmine app and related files
02:22 - How to remove Searchmine from Safari
03:02 - How to remove Searchmine from Chrome
03:35 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to remove system storage on Mac youtu.be/KYwMDRCZ0Jc
How to remove malware from Mac youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to Check Space on Mac: 3 Easy Ways

CleanMyMac 2024-01-05 | In this video, we’ll explore three ways how to check space on Mac.
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial available) bit.ly/3uYZo5U

How to check storage space on Mac:

#1. Check Mac storage via About This Mac
Apple logo - About This Mac - More Info - Storage Settings

Get CleanMyMac X to free up some storage space:
bit.ly/3uYZo5U
Launch the app
Go to Large & Old Files
Select the files you want to get rid of and click Remove

#2. Check Mac storage via Disk Utility
Finder - Applications - Utilities - Disk Utility - Macintosh HD

#3. Check Mac storage via Finder
Finder - Macintosh HD - Command-I
Click General to see the capacity available and used storage.

Read our article on how to check storage on Mac:
bit.ly/41lK6nS

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/4ayjch1

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:59 - How to check Mac storage via “About this Mac”
01:48 - How to free up space on Mac
03:13 - How to check Macbook storage via Disk Utility
03:59 - How to check Mac space via Finder
04:35 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to clear system storage on Mac youtu.be/KYwMDRCZ0Jc
How to remove malware from Mac youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to Protect your Mac from Spoofing

CleanMyMac 2024-01-02 | In this video, I’ll share how to protect your Mac from spoofing attacks.
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available):
bit.ly/41mrt38

Here are a few tips to help you avoid Mac spoofing:

Tip #1. Double-check who’s contacting you

Tip #2. Use two-factor authentication

Tip #3. Check your Mac for malware
Get CleanMyMac X here to scan your Mac for threats:
bit.ly/41mrt38
Launch the app and go to Malware Removal.
Hit the Scan button.

Tip #4. Use firewalls

Tip #5. Turn on spam filters

Learn more about Mac spoofing and ways to protect yourself:
bit.ly/48i2u3u

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3uQyX2b

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:09 - What is spoofing?
00:47 - Double-check who is contacting you
01:19 - Enable two-factor authentication
02:00 - Check your Mac for malware
02:25 - Use firewall
02:33 - Turn on spam filters
02:46 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to remove system storage on Mac youtu.be/KYwMDRCZ0Jc
How to remove malware from Mac youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to Make a File Smaller on Mac

CleanMyMac 2023-12-28 | Today, I’m going to share how to make file smaller on Mac.
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available):
bit.ly/3TnpYjc

How to compress files on MacBook:

Tip #1. Reduce the size of a .pdf file
Right-click a .pdf file - Open With - Preview
In Preview, go to File - Export - Quartz Filter - Reduce File Size - Save

If you want to free up more space, you could delete some unneeded system junk and old files.
Get CleanMyMac X to scan for system junk, large and old files and remove them: bit.ly/3TnpYjc

Tip #2. Reduce the size of photos
Right-click any photo - Open With - Preview
In Preview, go to File - Export - Format - JPEG - Adjust the image quality - Save

Tip #3. Reduce the size of videos
Right-click any video - Open With - QuickTime Player
In QuickTime Player, go to File - Export As - Choose a lower video resolution - Save

Tip #4. Reduce the size of Word documents through Pages
In Pages, go to File - Reduce File Size - Reduce a Copy - Save

Read how to make a file smaller on Mac:
bit.ly/3RGIlOQ

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/46Ze2Y4

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:10 - How to compress files on Mac
01:06 - How to make a .pdf file smaller
01:25 - How to clean up junk on Mac
02:08 - How to make a photo smaller
02:39 - How to make a video smaller
03:03 - How to make a Word document smaller
03:13 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to remove system storage on Mac youtu.be/KYwMDRCZ0Jc
How to remove malware from Mac youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to Update Apps on Your Mac

CleanMyMac 2023-12-21 | In this video, we’ll share how to update apps on your Mac.
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available) bit.ly/3NrrRIa

How to update MacBook applications:

#1. Update apps via the Mac App Store
Apple logo - App Store - Updates

#2. Update all apps at once
Get CleanMyMac X to keep all your apps up to date:
bit.ly/3NrrRIa
Launch the app
Go to Updater and update your apps

#3. Update non-App Store apps
You should be able to update any app, by clicking its name in the Menu and then clicking Check for Updates or Update.

#4. Set up automatic app updates
Apple logo - App Store - Command-Comma - Select Automatic Updates

Read about other ways to update apps on Mac:
bit.ly/3RlIKoA

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3t9vnzZ

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:24 - Why you need to update apps
01:01 - How to update apps via App Store
01:51 - How to update all apps at once
02:39 - How to update non-App Store apps
03:59 - How to enable automatic app updates
04:43 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to clear system storage on Mac youtu.be/KYwMDRCZ0Jc
How to remove malware from Mac youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to Reinstall macOS From Scratch

CleanMyMac 2023-12-18 | In this video, I’ll show you how to reinstall macOS.
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available):
bit.ly/3GHWoNX

Tip #1. Use macOS Recovery
If you're using a Mac with Apple silicon, Shut down your Mac. Press and hold the power button on your Mac until you see the startup options screen. Click Options - Continue.

If you're using an Intel Mac, Turn off your Mac. Turn on your Mac and hold Command-R (alternatively, hold Option-Command-R or Shift-Option-Command-R). Keep holding the keys until the Apple logo or spinning globe appears.

Tip #2. Use a bootable installer
Download bootable installers from the official Apple Support website:
support.apple.com/en-us/102662
Drag the downloaded installer onto your external device
Double-click the installer icon - double-click the .pkg file - follow the on-screen instructions

Read our step-by-step instructions on how to reinstall macOS from scratch:
bit.ly/41tOuRR

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3v6W88v

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:09 - How to back up your Mac
01:36 - How to reinstall macOS using Recovery mode
02:13 - How to reinstall macOS using a bootable installer
03:06 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to remove system storage on Mac youtu.be/KYwMDRCZ0Jc
How to remove malware from Mac youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to Uninstall Parallels on Mac

CleanMyMac 2023-12-14 | In this video, I’ll show you how to uninstall Parallels on Mac.
Get CleanMyMac X to delete Parallels and other apps:
bit.ly/46WpWlq

How to delete Parallels from Mac:

Tip #1. Use Uninstaller in CleanMyMac X
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available):
bit.ly/46WpWlq
Launch the app and go to Uninstaller.
Select Parallels and its support files and hit the Uninstall button.

Tip #2. Manually delete Parallels
Go to Finder - Applications - drag Parallels to Trash

To remove leftover files, in Finder, press Command-Shift-G
Here’s the list of the file paths you’ll need to check:
~/Library
~/Library/Preferences
~/Library/Application Support
~/Library/Caches
~/Library/Application Scripts
~/Library/WebKit
~/Library/Cookies
/Users/Shared
~/Library/Saved Application State
~/Library/Group Containers
~/Library/Containers
~/Library/Application Support/CrashReporter
/Library/Preferences
/private/var

Search for the folders with Parallels in their names.

How to fix it if Parallels misbehave:
Tip #1. Restart your Mac
Tip #2. Make sure your Mac and apps are up to date
Tip #3. Reset Parallels (use Uninstaller in CleanMyMac X)

Check out our article describing how to remove Parallels from Mac:
bit.ly/3GHEbQs

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3TsEiHv

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:09 - What is Parallels
00:32 - How to uninstall Parallels with the Uninstaller tool
01:01 - How to uninstall Parallels manually
01:57 - What to do if Parallels is misbehaving
02:37 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to uninstall apps that won't delete youtu.be/SYfOuw6jAzs
How to check your Mac for malware youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to Delete Files on Mac Step By Step

CleanMyMac 2023-11-29 | In this video, I’ll show you how to delete files on Mac.
Get CleanMyMac X to remove files quickly:
bit.ly/47I5wO4

Two shortcuts to help you remove files:
Command + Delete moves files to Trash
Option + Command + Delete removes files immediately

How to delete files on Mac:
Tip #1. Optimize storage (Settings - General - Storage)

Tip #2. Remove files with CleanMyMac X
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available):
bit.ly/47I5wO4

Tip #3. Delete files using Terminal
Use the command: sudo rm -R (hit the Spacebar once)

Tip #4. Delete hidden files
Use this shortcut to reveal hidden files: Command + Shift + Period

Read our article to learn how to delete multiple files on Mac:
bit.ly/49S3g8I

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/49MekV0

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:08 - What are delete shortcuts for Mac
00:33 - How to delete files with Optimize Storage menu
01:00 - How to delete files with a Mac cleaner
01:57 - How to delete files with Terminal
02:19 - How to delete hidden files on Mac
02:40 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to clean up your Mac youtu.be/MZqHW59-g58
How to check storage on Mac youtu.be/UMMF0_m4l04
How to clear system storage on Mac youtu.be/KYwMDRCZ0Jc

How to Check Mac CPU Usage

CleanMyMac 2023-11-23 | In this video, I’ll show you how to check and reduce Mac CPU usage.
Get CleanMyMac X to monitor and control CPU load:
bit.ly/3MSAo6z

How to check CPU usage on Mac:
Go to Activity Monitor
All the active processes will be listed in the CPU tab

How to see CPU usage on Mac using CleanMyMac X:
Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available)
bit.ly/3MSAo6z

Open CleanMyMac X.
Press Command-Comma to launch the app’s settings.
In the Menu tab, click Enable Menu.
Monitor CPU, memory load, and more from CleanMyMac X Menu.

Five ways to reduce CPU usage on Mac:
Tip #1. Update your Mac (Settings - General - Software Update)
Tip #2. Declutter your desktop (Right-click any space on your desktop - Use Stacks)
Tip #3. Remove unnecessary login items (Use Optimization in CleanMyMac X)
Tip #4. Free up RAM (Use Maintenance in CleanMyMac X)
Tip #5. Reset your SMC
Mac with Apple Silicon: Shut down your Mac, wait 30 seconds, and boot back up.
Intel-based Mac: Shut down your Mac, press and hold Shift + Control + Option and the power button. Hold the keys for 10 seconds, and then start up your Mac.

Read our article on how to check Mac CPU usage:
bit.ly/3MRLAjB

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/40YsnCY

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:10 - What is CPU
00:21 - How to check CPU usage with Activity Monitor
00:44 - How to check CPU with a CPU monitor
01:25 - How to reduce CPU usage
01:30 - Update your Mac
01:57 - Declutter your desktop
02:26 - Remove login items
03:01 - Free up RAM
03:24 - Reset SMC
04:13 - Outro

View other videos on our channel:
Google Chrome Helper eating CPU youtu.be/QNHBME8T5Og
What is Windowserver process on Mac youtu.be/TTChUY3R088
How to free up RAM on Mac youtu.be/j7Gg4ThRb_A

#cpu

How to Uninstall Apps on Mac: Delete apps that won’t delete

CleanMyMac 2023-11-15 | In this video, I’ll show you how to uninstall apps on Mac.
Download CleanMyMac X here: bit.ly/3MuUsM2

How to delete apps on Mac:

Tip #1. Use Activity Monitor:
Select and quit a problematic Mac

Tip #2. Reboot your Mac

Tip #3. Remove apps completely with CleanMyMac X:
bit.ly/3MuUsM2

Tip #4. Check Mac for malware:
Use Malware Removal in CleanMyMac X

Tip #5. Use native uninstallers to uninstall Mac apps

Read our article on how to uninstall programs on Mac:
bit.ly/3FMKLEZ

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3u5kY8w

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:10 - Why some apps won’t delete
00:48 - Terminate processes in Activity Monitor
01:16 - Restart your Mac
01:28 - Use a special uninstaller tool
01:54 - Check your Mac for malware
02:24 - Use native uninstallers
02:59 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
Best uninstaller tools for Mac youtu.be/ljRE_tVIpTo
How to uninstall drivers on Mac youtu.be/voC1lH_ux2g
How to check your Mac for malware youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

#uninstall #uninstallsoftware #uninstallapps #uninstaller

How to Clear Safari Cache, Cookies and Search History on Your Mac

CleanMyMac 2023-11-11 | In this video, I’ll share how to clear Safari cache on a Mac.
Get CleanMyMac X to clear any browser cache: bit.ly/47hTNFI

How to clear cache in Safari:

Tip #1. Use System Junk in CleanMyMac X
Download CleanMyMac X here to clear cache and cookies in Safari
(a free trial is available):
bit.ly/47hTNFI

Tip #2. Manually removing cache in Safari
Open Safari.
Go to Safari Settings - Advanced and enable “Show Develop menu in the menu bar”
Click Develop menu - Empty Caches.

How to delete Safari history:
Open Safari.
Go to the History menu.
Click Clear History and choose how much browsing history you want to delete.

Read how to clear cache and cookies in Safari:
bit.ly/49rpu16

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/47irCGx

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:11 - What is cache
00:31 - How to clear Safari cache in one click
01:00 - How to remove Safari cookies & browsing history
01:23 - How to clear Safari cache in settings
01:41 - How to clear Safari history in settings
01:49 - How to clear system cache on Mac
01:56 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to clear cache on Mac youtu.be/21JuI122ygk
How to flush DNS cache on Mac youtu.be/8yu7idLjNGQ

#safari #clearcache #cache #cookies

How to Check Mac Battery Health

CleanMyMac 2023-11-08 | In this video, I’ll show you how to check Mac battery health.
Download CleanMyMac X here: bit.ly/3sl1jAU

1 battery cycle = using as much power as possible and then recharging it to 100%

To check how many cycles you went through:
Command-Space - System Report - Power - Cycle Count

How to see battery health on Mac:

Download CleanMyMac X here (a free trial is available):
bit.ly/3sl1jAU

Enable the CleanMyMac X Menu in the settings.
Click the CleanMyMac X Menu - Battery.

Another way to check battery health on Mac: System Settings - Battery

If your battery drains quicker than usual, you may have malware.
Find out how to detect and remove malware on a Mac: youtu.be/R-NRui7959U

How to extend the battery life:
Tip #1. Save energy with Low Power Mode
Tip #2. Turn off power-draining apps with CleanMyMac X
Tip #3. Reduce screen brightness

Read how to check Mac battery health:
bit.ly/3G6k6Dr

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/40ybxdN

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:08 - What is a battery cycle
00:22 - How to check your battery cycle count
00:44 - How long Mac batteries last
01:01 - How to check Mac battery health
01:55 - What can you do in Battery settings
02:18 - How to extend Mac battery life
02:24 - Save energy with Low Power mode
02:53 - Turn off power-draining apps
03:13 - Reduce screen brightness
03:25 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to remove viruses and malware on Mac youtu.be/R-NRui7959U
What to do if your Mac is overheating youtu.be/bKZwnKdbRcw
How to clean up Mac youtu.be/MZqHW59-g58

#cleanmymacx #macbattery #batterylife

CleanMyMac X | The biggest Mac Admin Conference

CleanMyMac 2023-10-20 | These are the people who keep your computer from turning into a block of aluminum. We’ve met friends and allies in Mac maintenance and support at JNUC.

Best practices and current trends told with x10 charisma – if you need a sign to take care of your gadgets, this would be it.

Get CleanMyMac X here (a 7-day free trial is available):
bit.ly/3Qz2d6h

How to Get Rid of the Apple Security Alert Scam

CleanMyMac 2023-10-10 | In this video, we’ll talk about the Apple security alert scam.
Get CleanMyMac X here (a 7-day free trial is available):
bit.ly/45XLZbW

How do you know if your Mac is affected?

You experience lots of pop-up alerts
Your Mac slows down a lot or behaves strangely
Your web browser redirects to websites you don’t choose to visit
You get lots of scam emails

How to get rid of Apple Security Alert

#1. Use Malware Removal in CleanMyMac X to scan your Mac
#2. Get rid of rogue browser extensions

Safari
1. Click the Safari menu and choose Settings.
2. Select Extensions in the toolbar.
3. Uninstall suspicious extensions.

Chrome
1. Launch Chrome and go to chrome://extensions
2. You’ll see a page of all the extensions installed.
3. If any look suspicious, click Remove.

Firefox
1. Launch Firefox and go to about:addons
2. If you see anything you don’t recognize, click the three dots to the right of it and choose Remove.

Read our article describing the Apple security alert scam and ways to get rid of it:
bit.ly/3LtPdM1

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3LrdUcb

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:27 - What is Apple Security Alert
01:30 - Is Apple Security Alert a virus?
01:44 - What about GateKeeper protection?
01:59 - How to tell your Mac is infected
02:19 - Use anti-malware tool
03:00 - Remove rogue browser extensions
04:66 - Remove junk files from Mac
04:30 - Outro

The Touch Bar on Your Mac Isn’t Working? Here’s What to Do

CleanMyMac 2023-10-03 | What to do when Touch Bar is not working on your Mac.
Get CleanMyMac X here (a 7-day free trial is available):
bit.ly/3F1Sajz

What do you do if your touch bar isn’t working?

Update macOS: Apple menu - System Settings - General - Software Update.

Update your apps: Check for application updates in the App Store or by clicking the app name menu and choosing Check for updates.

Check your keyboard settings: System Settings - Keyboard

Restart your Mac: Apple menu - Restart

Carry out Mac maintenance: Use the Maintenance module in CleanMyMac X

Reset the Touch Bar: The Terminal command you’ll need — sudo pkill touchbarserver

Reset the SMC: Find instructions for your specific Mac model here support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201295

Reset NVRAM: Follow the instructions here
support.apple.com/en-us/HT204063

More solutions to the Touch Bar issue on a Mac:
bit.ly/3Lo0IET

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3Pkuyet

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:17 - What’s a Touch Bar?
01:05 - What to do if a Touch Bar is not working
01:13 - Check your Mac’s temperature
01:34 - Update your macOS and apps
01:58 - Check your keyboard settings
02:15 - Restart your Mac
02:25 - Carry our Maintenance tasks
03:02 - Reset the Touch Bar
03:55 - Reset the SMC
04:28 - Reset NVRAM
05:01 - Outro

7 Tricks to Help You Speed Up macOS Sonoma

CleanMyMac 2023-09-26 | We’re going to look at how to speed up macOS Sonoma.
Download CleanMyMac X here: bit.ly/3EDZJMP

How to speed up macOS Sonoma

Update your applications
You can update App Store apps by launching the App Store and going to the Updates section
For other apps, click on their name in the menu bar and choose Check for Updates

Optimize performance: Try the Optimization module in CleanMyMac X

Check for demanding processes in Activity Monitor
Click on the top of the % CPU column or %GPU column to order processes by the % of the CPU or GPU they’re using
Quit processes that are using lots of CPU or GPU cycles by selecting them and clicking ‘x’ in the toolbar

Carry out maintenance: Use the Maintenance feature in CleanMyMac X
Close browser tabs

Avoid using Stage Manager
It uses lots of system resources because it has multiple apps running and updating at the same time
Move your Mac to a cooler room

Read our article describing more ways to speed up macOS Sonoma:
bit.ly/3LoOQCo

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3LotjtG

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:42 - Check your macOS Sonoma version
00:56 - Update your applications
01:23 - Optimize your Mac’s performance
02:08 - Check for demanding processes
02:54 - Run maintenance tasks
03:13 - Close browser tabs
03:35 - Don’t use Stage Manager
03:56 - Don’t let your Mac overheat
04:26 - Outro

Is macOS Sonoma Draining Your Battery? Try These Tips

CleanMyMac 2023-09-25 | Fix macOS Sonoma battery drain with these tips!
Download CleanMyMac X to free up RAM and fix issues on your Mac:
bit.ly/48ag0XD

If the battery is draining much more quickly, check those things to rule them out:

1. Click the Spotlight icon in the menu bar and search for something to check if it’s indexing — that could be why your battery drains more quickly.
2. Launch Photos, click on Library in the sidebar, and look for a status message at the bottom of the window — if it’s syncing, that could drain the battery more quickly.
3. Launch Activity Monitor, click the top of the % CPU column to order processes by the CPU cycles they’re using.
If you see any using a huge percentage, select them and click the ‘x’ in the toolbar.

How to avoid battery drain on macOS Sonoma:

1. Close browser tabs you don’t need right now.
2. Quit applications that you’re not using at the moment.
3. Update applications.
4. Switch on Low Power Mode in System Settings - Battery.
5. Disable launch agents and login items that may drain your battery (use the Optimization in CleanMyMac X)

Read our article describing other solutions to battery drain on macOS Sonoma:
bit.ly/3Zj3BMO

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/3ZiRfUV

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Free up RAM
01:10 - Does Sonoma drain battery?
01:57 - Check if Spotlight or Photos are indexing
02:17 - Check if Time Machine is backing up
02:27 - Check CPU usage
03:01 - How to reduce CPU usage
03:25 - Remove login items
04:06 - Outro

9 Solutions to Wi-Fi Problems on macOS Sonoma

CleanMyMac 2023-09-22 | Solutions to the Wi-Fi issues on macOS Sonoma.
Get CleanMyMac X here (a 7-day free trial is available):
bit.ly/3re9zlG

How to fix Wi-Fi issues on macOS Sonoma:

Restart the application
Turn Wi-Fi off then on again: Control Center - Wi-Fi)
Reboot your Mac: Apple menu - Restart)
Check your other devices
Restart your router
Check with your broadband provider

Flush the DNS cache: The easiest way to do that is to use the Maintenance module in CleanMyMac X — bit.ly/3re9zlG

Switch DNS servers
Renew the DHCP lease

If none of the things so far work, the final option is to reinstall macOS Sonoma. To do that, restart in Recovery mode – hold down the power button on an Apple silicon Mac or Command-R on an Intel Mac – and choose Reinstall macOS Sonoma from the menu.

Read our article describing other solutions to Wi-Fi issues on macOS Sonoma:
bit.ly/44Ybicy

The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
bit.ly/45PPJfr

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:45 - Identify the problem
01:16 - Restart the application
01:47 - Switch Wi-Fi off and on again
02:06 - Reboot your Mac
02:17 - Check Wi-Fi on other devices
02:54 - Clear DNS cache
03:40 - Switch DNS servers
04:31 - Reinstall macOS
04:45 - Outro

macOS Sonoma vs. macOS Ventura: Ultimate Comparison

CleanMyMac 2023-09-21 | In this video, we’ll look at the differences between macOS Sonoma and macOS Ventura.
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Sonoma vs. Ventura:

Widgets
In Sonoma, you can interact with the widgets. So, you can play or pause a podcast or switch lights on or off in the Home app.

Safari
Create profiles for work, for personal things, or different profiles for different projects.

Video conferencing
Overlay the image from your webcam when you share your screen. You can have a large image and walk around the screen, maybe pointing to things on the screen you're sharing, or you can just appear in a small bubble over the shared screen.

Reactions
When you make a gesture with your arms in a video call, animated confetti, fireworks, or hearts appear to everyone on the call.

There are a whole bunch of other changes from Ventura to Sonoma in:
Messages
Mail
Notes
Reminders

In this article, we've compared macOS Sonoma and Ventura in more detail:
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The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:32 - macOS Sonoma compatibility
01:05 - Back up your Mac
01:25 - Optimize your Mac
02:00 - Sonoma vs Ventura
02:07 - Screensavers
02:30 - Widgets
02:53 - Safari
03:35 - Video conferencing
04:21 - Everything else
04:56 - Outro

7 Ways to Fix macOS Sonoma Bluetooth Issues

CleanMyMac 2023-09-20 | In this video, we will talk about macOS Sonoma and Bluetooth.
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Why do Bluetooth issues happen?

- Software conflicts
- Low battery, interference
- A damaged Bluetooth module in the device or your Mac

How to fix macOS Sonoma Bluetooth problems:

Restart your Mac (Apple menu - Restart)
Check for updates (Go to System Settings - General - Software Update)
Turn Bluetooth off and on again (Control Center - Bluetooth)
Disconnect the device and reconnect it
Unpairing the device completely (System Settings - Bluetooth, click the ‘i’ next to the device’s name - Forget This Device)
Remove interference
Reset your Mac’s Bluetooth module — the Terminal command you’ll need: sudo pkill bluetoothd

More fixes to Bluetooth issues on macOS Sonoma:
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The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:32 - What is Bluetooth
00:48 - What Bluetooth issues occur on Sonoma
01:16 - Why do Bluetooth issues happen
01:30 - Maintain your Mac regularly
02:11 - Restart your Mac
02:23 - Check for updates
02:50 - Turn Bluetooth off and on again
03:12 - Disconnect the device and reconnect it
03:54 - Remove interference
04:34 - Reset Bluetooth module
05:12 - Outro

How to Downgrade From macOS Sonoma Step by Step

CleanMyMac 2023-09-19 | In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to downgrade from macOS Sonoma.
What to do if macOS Sonoma is slow on Mac:
youtu.be/snoMd2lesHc

Before you downgrade:
Get CleanMyMac X to run maintenance on your Mac:
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#1. Back up your Mac

#2. Restore from a Time Machine backup
Connect the Time Machine drive and boot your Mac in Recovery mode.
When you see the startup options screen on an Apple silicon Mac, choose options, then Continue.
When you see the macOS Utilities menu, choose Restore from Time Machine backup and click Continue.

#3. Reinstall the version of the OS that your Mac had originally (only works for Intel Mac)
Shut down your Mac.
Hold down Shift-Option-Command-R and press the power button.
Release the keys when you see the Apple logo.
Choose reinstall macOS.

#4. Downgrade using a bootable installer
Make the bootable installer — download Ventura from the App Store here apps.apple.com/us/app/macos-ventura/id1638787999?mt=12

Name your USB stick ‘Ventura installer,’ and the installer you downloaded must be in your Applications folder

The Terminal command you’ll need to make an installer: sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Ventura.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume (note that MyVolume in the command is to be replaced with the name of your USB drive)

Downgrading is really not that difficult, even if you use the Terminal method. The most important thing to remember is to backup your Mac before you upgrade.

Check out this guide to downgrading from Sonoma step by step:
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The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:41 - Back up your Mac
01:24 - Optimize Sonoma before downgrading
02:01 - How to downgrade from macOS Sonoma
02:20 - Downgrade using Time Machine backup
03:17 - Downgrade using Recovery Mode
04:00 - Downgrade using a bootable installer
05:42 - Outro

Not Enough Space to Install macOS Sonoma? Try These Hacks

CleanMyMac 2023-09-18 | What to do if you don’t have enough space to install macOS Sonoma

Download CleanMyMac X here: bit.ly/44TSdIH

Sonoma needs around 25GB of space.
Here’s how to check if you have enough:
Apple menu - System Settings - General - Storage

How to free up storage on your Mac:

Clear out your downloads folder
Clear out the junk

Get CleanMyMac X to clear out the junk before installing Sonoma:
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Delete old iPhone or iPad backups
Make sure your iPhone or iPad is set to back up to iCloud, then plug the iPhone or iPad into your Mac. Open a Finder window and select the iPhone or iPad in the sidebar. Choose Manage Backups, select the one you want to delete and click Delete.

Move large and old files to another disk
Tip: Use the Large & Old Files module in CleanMyMac X

Delete podcast downloads

System Settings - General - Storage. Click Podcasts. To free up space, click the ‘i’ and choose Open Podcasts. Go to Downloaded and remove downloads you don’t need.

More ways to clear up space for macOS Sonoma:
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The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:29 - Before you install Sonoma
00:51 - How much space does Sonoma need?
01:16 - How to check Macbook storage
01:47 - How to free up storage on Mac
01:59 - Clean up Downloads folder
02:22 - Clear out junk files
03:15 - Delete old iOS backups
03:58 - Move large files to another disk
04:23 - Delete podcast downloads
05:01 - Outro

Most Common macOS Sonoma Issues & Fixes

CleanMyMac 2023-09-15 | Issues you may encounter on macOS Sonoma & solutions to them!
Download CleanMyMac X here: bit.ly/45NSMFd

Sonoma won’t install
Check the list of Macs compatible with Sonoma:
iMac 2019 and later
Mac Pro 2019 and later
iMac Pro 2017
Mac Studio 2022 and later
MacBook Air 2018 and later
Mac Mini 2018 and later
MacBook Pro 2018 and later

Sonoma won’t download
Check the Apple System Status page: apple.com/support/systemstatus

Sonoma downloads, but the installation fails
Reboot in safe mode: Hold down the shift key on an Intel Mac or the power button on an Apple silicon Mac and try again.

Mac is slow after updating
Get CleanMyMac X to optimize things on macOS Sonoma:
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Apps crashing after updating
Check with the developer if the app is compatible with Sonoma.

Bluetooth or Wi-Fi not working
Option-click the Wi-Fi menu and choose Open Wireless Diagnostics.
For Bluetooth, you can unpair the device that’s not working properly and pair it again.

See the full list of macOS Sonoma issues & fixes to them here:
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The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Back up your Mac
01:13 - macOS Sonoma won’t install
02:06 - Sonoma won’t download
02:47 - Sonoma installation fails
03:04 - Mac is slow after Sonoma update
03:58 - Apps crashing after update
04:20 - Bluetooth or Wi-Fi not working
04:52 - Outro

Mac Keeps Restarting? Try these troubleshooting tips!

CleanMyMac 2023-06-08 | Fix Mac Restarting Glitch
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Restarting usually indicates that your Mac is having a problem that it can’t resolve, and the only way to get past it is to restart.

But why does Mac keep restarting?
The problem could be a number of things, but it’s often it’s a kernel panic (a problem with that code.) In other words, it’s a problem at the very core of the system.

What causes a kernel panic?
As with any other problem on your Mac, there are two possible culprits: hardware and software. So, what can we do to fix it? Here are some things to try:

1. Unplug peripherals.
Check for software problems: malware (download CleanMyMac X for free and use the Malware module to scan your Mac.)

2. Update macOS and apps.
Apple menu - System Settings - General - Software Update.
To update your App Store apps, launch the App Store and click on the Updates section, then Update All. For apps not from the App Store, launch them, then click the app name in the menu bar and click Check for Updates.

3. Run macOS maintenance scripts.
Launch CleanMyMac X and choose Maintenance in the sidebar.
Check the box next to Maintenance Scripts.
Click Run.

4. Reset the NVRAM. This fix applies only if you have an Intel Mac. It won’t work on an Apple Silicon Mac. Basically, you need to reset the NVRAM or PRAM.
NVRAM, or PRAM holds data that your Mac needs to start up. It’s powered by its own battery so that even when your Mac is shut down and unplugged, it retains the data. To reset, do this:

5. Shutdown your Mac.
Hold down the Command, Option (also called Alt), P, and R keys and press the power button.
When you hear the startup chime twice, release the keys and let your Mac startup normally.

Read the full article “What to do when your Mac keeps restarting?” here:
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The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:34 - Why does Mac keep restarting
01:07 - What causes a kernel panic
01:34 - Unplug peripherals
02:01 - Check for malware
02:41 - Update macOS and apps
03:10 - Run maintenance scripts
03:51 - Reset PRAM/NVRAM
04:50 - Outro

How To Stop Google Chrome Helper From Eating CPU

CleanMyMac 2023-06-07 | Mac Fix: Google Chrome Helper Eating CPU
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Is Chrome running slow? Google Helper Process might be eating your CPU, which causes Mac to slow down big time. But before fixing it, let’s talk about what the Google helper process actually is.

What is the Google Helper process?
The helper process allows you to run third-party plug-ins and extensions in Chrome. It’s kind of a bridge between Chrome and third-party tools.

Can you disable Google Helper?
Disabling the Google Helper process means you’ll not be able to use any plug-ins or extensions. So, it’s not a good idea to do that, and probably not the best solution to your problems either.

How to reduce CPU usage?

1. Uninstall or disable plug-ins and extensions.
Chrome menu - Settings - Extensions.
If there are any extensions you don’t use, just click Remove. Then click Update to update the rest.

2. Check heavy-consumer applications.
Utilities - Activity Monitor. Look at the Memory/CPU columns to see which apps are using the most memory or CPU cycles.
Or, to make it easier for you, use CleanMyMac X: CleanMyMac - Optimization - View all Items. Then check the box next to Heavy Consumers to see the apps that are using the most resources. Check the box next to the ones you want to quit and click Perform

3. Update macOS.
Apple menu - System Settings - General - Software Update.
Wait a few seconds to see if there is an update available. Then simply follow the on-screen instructions.

4. Declutter your desktop.

5. Disable Google Chrome helper for each extension individually.
Chrome menu - Settings - Extensions.
Click on ‘Details’ on any extension.
From the dropdown menu under Site Access, choose ‘on click’.

6. Reset Chrome back to its default settings.
Chrome menu - Settings - Reset Settings. Then click ‘Restore settings to their original defaults.’
Click Reset Settings.

Read the full article on the Google Chrome Helper process here:
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The app mentioned in this video, CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:29 - What is Google Helper process
01:22 - Can you disable Google Helper?
01:48 - How to reduce CPU usage
01:59 - Check your plugins and extensions
02:29 - Check for CPU-consuming apps
03:12 - Update the macOS
03:31 - Declutter your desktop
03:51 - Disable Google Chrome Helper renderer
04:23 - Reset Chrome to default settings
04:46 - Outro

Quick And Easy Way To Clear Spotify Cache On Mac

CleanMyMac 2023-06-06 | How To Clear Spotify Cache On Mac
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What is Spotify cache?
Spotify cache is the songs you listen to on Spotify. It saves data on your Mac so that if you play the same song more than once in a session, it doesn’t have to stream it over the internet again, it just uses the data in the file.

Now imagine how much cache is created if you listen to Spotify all day long! My advice: get rid of it. Here’s how…

How to minimize Spotify cache?
Before trying to get rid of Spotify’s cache completely, try to make it smaller in size first to free some room on your Mac.

BTW, did you know that you can change the audio quality settings for streaming and downloaded music on Spotify?

The higher the quality, the more data that will stream and the more that will be cached. If you reduce the quality, Spotify will stream less data, so the size of its cache will be smaller. Here’s what you need to do:

- Open Spotify, click on the Spotify menu, then choose Settings.
- Scroll down to Audio quality and click the menu next to Streaming Quality.
- Choose the Normal or Low option.

How to clear the Spotify cache on Mac ASAP?

CleanMyMac X
Use the System Junk tool in CleanMyMac X to clear the Spotify cache on your Mac.
- Download and launch CleanMyMac X.
- Choose System Junk, and click Scan. Then click Review Details - User Cache files.
- Scroll down to Spotify.app cache, select it, and click Clean.

How to delete Spotify’s cache manually?

Step 1. Locate cache files.
Spotify - Spotify menu - Settings.
Scroll down and click Advanced Settings.
Look for the Offline Storage Location section. When you find it, copy the address. It should be something like Users/[your username]/Library/Application Support/Spotify/PersistentCache/Storage

Step 2. Delete cache.
Click on the Finder icon in the Dock. Then Click the Go menu and choose Go to Folder
Paste the address you just copied into the text box and press Return.
Select all the contents of the folder, drag them to the Trash, and empty the Trash.

Stay tuned for more Mac tips & tricks!

Read the full article “This is how you clear Spotify cache on Mac” here:
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The app mentioned in this video – CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:29 - What is Spotify cache
01:12 - How to reduce the size of Spotify cache
02:01 - How to clear Spotify cache with a tool
02:43 - How to delete Spotify cache manually
03:37 - How to move Spotify cache folder
03:57 - Outro

Easy Guide to Remove Other Volumes In a Container

CleanMyMac 2023-06-05 | Mac User Struggles: How to Remove Other Volumes In a Container
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Have you seen the message ‘other volumes in a container’? If yes, here’s what it means…

But first, let’s start with the container.

What is a container?
Before macOS High Sierra, Mac disks were formatted using a system called HFS+. In High Sierra, Apple replaced HFS+ with a system called APFS. One of the main differences between HFS+ and APFS is containers and partitions.

In HFS+, if you wanted to have more than one volume on a disk, you had to partition it and put each volume separately. APFS, on the other hand, doesn’t have partitions. It has containers. Each container can store multiple volumes; you don’t need to erase the disk to create a new container. It can even grow in size as long as you have enough disk space.

What does ‘other volumes in a container’ mean?
The container that stores the boot volume for macOS has multiple volumes ( including the Recovery & preboot partitions and a volume for virtual memory.) So the ‘other volumes in a container’ message usually refer to those volumes.

If they’re taking up too much space than they should, here’s a quick fix:

1. Download CleanMyMac X.
2. Launch it and choose the Maintenance module.
3. Then check the box next to Purgeable Space and click Run.

If that didn’t work, try creating a new user account. Here’s how:
1. Apple menu - System Settings - Users & Groups - Add Account.
2. Type in your administrator password and click Unlock.
3. Choose Administrator from the dropdown menu.
4. Enter account details: Full name, account name, and password. Click 5. Create User.
6. Restart your Mac and log in with the new administrator account.
7. Relaunch System Settings, choose General, then Storage, and see if other volumes in a container have gone.

Manage volumes using Terminal. Here’s how:

1. Applications - Utilities - Terminal. Type: diskutil list
2. You will see a list of volumes (if your boot disk is called MAcintosh HD, these volumes should include: Macintosh HD, Macintosh HD - Data, Preboot, Recover, and VM.)
3. Launch Disk Utility from your Utilities folder, select the volume you want to delete in the sidebar, and press the ‘-‘ in the toolbar. If the volume is greyed out, it’s in use by macOS, and you can’t delete it.
4. If you need to reboot in recovery mode, you can do it on an Intel Mac by holding down Command and R when you restart. Hold down the power button on an Apple Silicon Mac as it restarts and release it when the Startup Options appear.

Free up space on your Mac by disabling iCloud content caching:
System Settings - General - Sharing.
Set the Content Caching to switch off. If you want to leave content caching on, click the ‘i’ next to it and choose which content to cache or set a limit.

Free up space on your Mac by getting rid of suspicious apps:
1. Utilities - Activity Monitor.
2. Click the top of the Memory column. You’ll see apps and processes listed by the amount of memory they’re using. See anything suspicious? 3. Click the ‘x’ in the toolbar to quit it.

Bonus tip: It’s a good idea to uninstall the app. Use CleanMyMac X’s Uninstaller to do that in under 5min.

Stay tuned for more Mac tips & tricks!

Read more about other volumes in a container and how to remove them:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:25 - What is a container
01:34 - What are “other volumes” in a container
02:00 - Free up purgeable space
02:44 - Create new user account
03:27 - Manage volumes in Terminal
03:57 - Delete unnecessary volumes
04:47 - Disable iCloud content caching
05:24 - Remove suspicious apps
06:07 - Outro

WindowServer Process on Mac Explained [+ Proven Mac Speed Up Tips]

CleanMyMac 2023-06-02 | Complete Guide On Managing WindowServer Processes
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WindowServer — a background process that manages how windows are drawn and redrawn on the screen.

How to check the amount of resources WindowServer is using:

Go to the Utilities folder.
Launch Activity Monitor.
Click the CPU column. See the resource-consuming processes.

4 REASONS WHY WindowServer might be using way too many resources:

#1. Using more than one display.
#2. Hanging and misbehaving apps.
#3. Having lots of icons on your Desktop.
#4. Visual effects

How to speed your Mac up quickly: Get rid of junk files!

The easiest way to eliminate junk files is to use CleanMyMac X’s System Junk module. It scans your Mac for junk and removes it in one click (simply press the Clean button.)

How to reduce the resources WindowsServer uses

- Close windows you don’t need.

- Turn off the visual effects. Here’s how to do that:
Apple menu - Settings - Accessibility - Display.
Toggle Reduce Transparency to on. You could also turn on Reduce Motion, which will cut some of the animation effects in macOS.

- Reduce desktops and full-screen apps. Here’s how:
Swipe up over the trackpad with three fingers or click the Mission Control button.
Hover the mouse pointer over an empty desktop.
Click the ‘x’ in the top left corner.

- Update macOS and apps.
To update macOS: Apple menu - System Settings - General - Software Update. Follow the instructions to install it.
To update apps downloaded from the App Store: launch the App Store app, click on Updates, then click Update All.
To update apps downloaded from their developer’s website: launch the app, click on the app name in the menu bar, and choose Check for Updates.

- Restart your Mac.

Read more about How to Reduce WindowServer CPU Usage on Your Mac:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:20 - What is WindowServer process
01:14 - Why does WindowServer use so many resources
02:08 - How to check how many resources WindowServes uses
02:22 - Get rid of junk files
03:22 - Close the windows you don’t need
03:32 - Turn off visual effects
03:52 - Use fewer desktops in Mission Control
04:14 - Update your macOS and apps
04:51 - Restart your Mac
05:01 - Outro

How to Clean Up My Mac? Try These Effective Tips!

CleanMyMac 2023-05-08 | 7 No-Sweat Hacks To Clean Up My Mac.
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Does your Mac crash more often than it used to? Does it take forever to boot or load apps? Keep getting “out of storage” messages? Time for a deep Mac cleanup!

What clogs up your Mac?
Large and old files
System junk
App leftovers
Old backups
Photo junk
Trash bins
Mail attachments

TIPS TO CLEAN UP YOUR MAC

TIP #1: Empty the Trash/Bin
Click the Trash/Bin icon in the Dock with two fingers. Click Empty Trash/Bin.

TIP #2: Uninstall apps you don’t use
Right-click on the app you want to remove and select Move to Trash/Bin. This method usually leaves app leftovers. For more info, read how to uninstall apps on a Mac: bit.ly/41XQAbz

TIP #3: Clean up cache & system junk
Launch CleanMyMac X
Go to System Junk
Click Clean

TIP #4: Optimize your storage
System Settings - General - Storage. Follow one of the recommendations provided.

TIP #5: Delete unneeded Downloads
Sort all your downloaded items by the date added. Command-click to highlight multiple old files and send them to the Trash.

TIP #6: Delete large & old files
You can do it manually one by one or in a few clicks with CleanMyMac X.
Open CleanMyMac X.
Select Large and Old Files from the sidebar.
Click Scan.
Select what to remove, then click Clean.

TIP #7: Remove old backups
Apple menu - System Settings - General - Storage.
Click the “i” icon next to iOS Files. Select the backup you want to remove and click Delete. Click Done to close the window.

Need more tips? Read 12 surprisingly quick ways to clean up your Mac:
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The app mentioned in this video CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:07 - What clogs Mac hard drive
00:23 - Empty the trash
00:47 - Uninstall unused apps
01:22 - Clean up system junk
02:11 - Optimize your storage
02:47 - Delete unneeded downloads
03:21 - Delete large & old files
04:01 - Delete old iOS backups
04:20 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel:
How to optimize your Mac performance youtu.be/UoTMGXcMre0
How to speed up a slow-running Mac youtu.be/V-5xim4jDpI
How to stop the spinning wheel on Mac youtu.be/sO_N5fETc-A

7 Tricks to Free Up Mac’s RAM in No Time

CleanMyMac 2023-04-27 | What To Do If Your RAM on Mac Is Cluttered?
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Sluggish Mac? There is a solution! Clean up your RAM to instantly optimize and speed up your Mac.

What is RAM?
RAM, random access memory, is where apps, data, and components of the operating system in use are stored.

How to check RAM usage?
- Open Activity Monitor.
- Look at Memory Pressure. If your chart is primarily red and yellow, your Mac cries for fresh memory.

How to reduce Mac’s memory usage:

1. Remove Login Items
System Settings - General. Look for Open at Login—select programs you don’t want to load on a startup and click the “–.”

2. Wipe out RAM in one click with CleanMyMac X:
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Open the app and go to the Maintenance tab.
Click Free Up RAM, then click Run.

3. Free up disk space
Go to Settings - General - Storage. Here you can see the breakdown of your Mac storage. Choose the files you want to remove and click Delete.

4. Clean up your Desktop
Control-click your Desktop and select Use Stacks to keep your Desktop clean.

5. Tune up Chrome’s Task Manager
Chrome settings - More tools - Task Manager. Close the GPU process by clicking End Process next to it to free up RAM on your Mac.

6. Close Finder windows
Click on Finder - Window - Merge All Windows.

7. Restart your Mac

Stay RAM-free!

For more tips, read How to free up RAM on Mac:
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The app mentioned in this video – CleanMyMac X by MacPaw:
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Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:06 - What is RAM on Mac
00:33 - Tip 1: Remove login items
00:58 - Tip 2: Use CleanMyMac X
01:28 - Tip 3: Free up disk space
02:17 - Tip 4: Clean up your desktop
02:44 - Tip 5: Tune up Chrome Task Manager
03:28 - Tip 6: Merge Finder windows
03:58 - Tip 7: Restart your Mac
04:23 - Outro

Insanely Easy Guide to Clear System Data Storage on Mac

CleanMyMac 2023-04-26 | Need More Storage? Wipe Out Your System Data
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Yes, you can instantly have extra storage space on your Mac without deleting selfies or favorite TikTok videos. Watch this video to learn how!

What is system data?

Application leftovers
Temp files & cache
Disk images
Plug-ins & extensions

How to minimize System Data on Mac

1. Clear System Junk
The fastest way to eliminate unnecessary system junk all at once is by using CleanMyMac X. Here’s your step-by-step manual:

Go to CleanMyMac X - System Junk.
Click Scan. Deselect files you don’t want to delete.
Once finished, click Clean.

2. Remove Time Machine backups

To remove those backups, follow these steps:
- Launch Terminal.
- Type: tmutil listbackups, then press Return.
- Choose what to delete and paste this command: sudo tmutil delete followed by the path to the backup — [user name]/[disk name]/[YYYY-MM-DD]—press Return.

To get rid of Time Machine snapshots, follow the instructions below:
- Go to Terminal and paste tmutil listlocalsnapshots / with the space before /.
- Press Return, then type tmutil deletelocalsnapshots xxxxxxx (where ‘xxxxxxx’ is the name of the backup.) Press Return.
- Repeat steps 1 and 2 for as many backups as you want

3. Optimize storage
Apple menu - About This Mac - More Info - Storage Settings. Then simply follow the suggestions.

4. Clear application logs & support files
To learn more, read five ways to clear System Data storage on Mac: bit.ly/3oMPMbb

5. Clean up your Downloads folder
Go to Finder - Downloads. Sort by Size and move the heaviest files to Trash. Or download CleanMyMac X (here bit.ly/3HeZ3PQ) and use the Large & Old Files module. Scan, done!

Contents:
00:00 - Intro
00:07 - What is System Data on Mac
00:29 - Tip 1: Clean up System Junk
01:11 - Tip 2: Remove Time Machine backups
02:00 - Tip 3: Optimize your storage
02:36 - Tip 4: Remove application log files
03:30 - Tip 5: Clean up Downloads folder
04:27 - Outro

How to Speed up a Slow Mac?

CleanMyMac 2022-12-17 | Here's how to speed up a slow-running Mac. Try CleanMyMac X here bit.ly/3Yh03tK
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How to Clear System Storage on Mac

CleanMyMac 2022-12-16 | How to check system storage on Mac and how to clear it up. Check out CleanMyMac X here bit.ly/3hlpOs7

Best Mac Cleaner Software Reviewed

CleanMyMac 2022-12-15 | A brief review of 3 best Mac cleaners in 2023. Learn more about CleanMyMac X here bit.ly/3W7gUNF
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How to Check Your Mac for Malware

CleanMyMac 2022-12-14 | How to tell if your Mac has malware?
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How to Uninstall Apps on Macbook

CleanMyMac 2022-12-13 | Learn how to uninstall apps on Mac correctly. More info about CleanMyMac X here bit.ly/3UOB1iC
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3 Quick Ways to Clean Up Your Mac

CleanMyMac 2022-12-12 | Here's how to clean up your Mac in 3 simple ways. More information about CleanMyMac X here bit.ly/3HpoUFL
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CleanMyMac X story

CleanMyMac 2022-12-09 | Hi there! Welcome to our official CleanMyMac YouTube channel.
Here you’ll find a complete Mac care routine explained in human language, all in one place.

Learn how to fix or tune up your Mac without technical knowledge to make your Mac fast and make it last. Watch our step-by-step tutorials, how-tos, tips, and hacks for all things Mac.

Your unsound Mac makes you feel unproductive and slows down your life? In just a few clicks, CleanMyMac X helps you fix your Mac's most common performance issues: no space left, system junk overload, Mac freezing, malware infection, and more.

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This Is How To Clean Install macOS Ventura

CleanMyMac 2022-10-25 | Hooray! macOS Ventura has finally arrived and is ready for a test drive! But how do you avoid bugs, glitches, and other performance issues of the new operating system?

In this tutorial, you’ll learn what clean installation is and how to clean install macOS Ventura on your Mac.

What does clean Installation mean?
Clean Installation means wiping out your entire computer to install new software. Obviously, you don’t need to go to such an extreme if your Mac runs smoothly. But for used, sluggish, and cluttered Macs, it’s your way out of the rabbit hole!

So let’s start with macOS Ventura clean install. Simply follow the steps below.

Step 1. Clean the system junk
Before backing up your entire system to the removable disk, I suggest you clean all the system junk first. You don’t want all those old junk files on your freshly updated Mac. And the most no-sweat way to do it is to use the CleanMyMac X app.

Download CleanMyMac X for free & run System Junk scan:
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Back up using Time Machine

Plug in the external drive.
Go to System Settings - General - Time Machine.
Pick your hard drive and set it up to be your backup disk. Your Mac will take care of the rest.
Alternatively, you can use iCloud storage to back up your data safely. Just follow these instructions:

Go to System Preferences - Apple ID - iCloud.
Check that iCloud is turned on.
Click Options, check the box next to the Desktop & Documents Folder and click Done.

Step 2. Download macOS Ventura Installer

Go to Mac App Store, type macOS Ventura in the search bar, and feel free to download (but don’t click “install now”).

Step 3. Create bootable installer
Find another removable disk or USB drive (with no less than 15GB storage capacity). Copy an installer onto this drive:

Open Terminal.
Copy this command into the Terminal app:
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Ventura.pp/Contents/Resources/ createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume
*but don’t forget to replace MyVolume with your USB name.
Type your password and press Enter.

For Apple Silicon Macs:
Open System Preferences, click System Preferences in the menu bar and then click Erase All Content and Settings. Enter your password and click Continue.

For Intel Macs:
Restart your Mac while holding the Option key. When you’ll see your bootable volumes appear, release the Option key. Select your drive and click Return. Then select your internal drive and click Erase. When the process is complete, select install macOS from the Utilities.

Good luck, and enjoy macOS Ventura! More handy Mac tutorials are on their way. Stay tuned!

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:09 - What is macOS Ventura
00:36 - What is a clean installation?
00:58 - Before you start: Clean up system junk
02:00 - Step 1: Back up Mac with Time Machine
02:37 - Step 2: Download macOS Ventura installer
02:47 - Step 3: Create a bootable installer
03:32 - Step 4: Clean install macOS Ventura
04:05 - Outro

How to Optimize Mac Performance — Easy and Effective Tips

CleanMyMac 2022-10-11 | In this video, I’ll tell you how to optimize Mac performance.
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How do we even measure the performance of a Mac device?

It comes down to four main components:
CPU: the brain of the computer that controls every operation
disk speed: write/read speeds of your hard drive
RAM: in charge of multitasking between apps
GPU: handles all graphics and rendering

Here are some apps that can help you measure your Mac performance:

#1 Activity Monitor
Shows a list of processes that are running on your Mac simultaneously
Shows how much memory these processes consume and lets you quit them

Fun fact:
Disk speed is mainly affected by total storage exceeding 80% — your SSD will likely slow down if you have 20% less of it.

#2 CleanMyMac X
All-in-one suite notarized by Apple
Cleans your system junk
Optimizes your RAM
Has a quick Menu that helps manage CPU, memory, and battery health

Get the app here to monitor your CPU and memory load:
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#3 Blackmagic Design Disk Speed Test
Measures your disk speed
Useful for video editors

#4 Geekbench 5
Measures the performance of your Mac’s CPU
Lets you compare your CPU score to other people who have the same device with the same specs as you

Tip: Use the CleanMyMac X Maintenance module for optimization.

Here are some other apps for measuring your Mac performance:
bit.ly/3eaD7Kz

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:07 - Mac performance metrics
00:16 - CPU
00:24 - Disk speed
00:43 - RAM
01:04 - GPU
01:17 - How to measure Mac performance
01:21 - App #1: Activity monitor
02:03 - App #2: CleanMyMac X
02:58 - App #3: Blackmagic Disk Speed Test
03:24 - App #4: Geekbench 5
04:00 - How to optimize Mac performance

Check out other videos on our channel:
What to do when Mac is overheating youtu.be/B2c7c5df1dA
Mac battery draining fast youtu.be/Wk5qSjtcgbw
How to clean up Mac youtu.be/MZqHW59-g58

5 Should you upgrade to macOS Ventura

CleanMyMac 2022-10-10 | In this video, I want to talk to you about all things macOS Ventura.
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You might be wondering, should you upgrade to macOS Ventura? I’ve got seven reasons why you should go ahead and upgrade.

Reason #1: You can unsend messages

You can unsend any message or email for up to ten seconds after hitting the send button
Other new features include scheduling messages to be sent later and reminders

Reason #2: Use your iPhone as a webcam
iPhones with ultra-wide lenses will also be able to show your desktop at the same time as your face with a feature called Continuity Camera.

Pro tip:
Anytime you do an operating system upgrade, it’s a good idea to get your Mac ready to prevent possible issues with the new OS.

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Reason #3: New apps

One of the best ones being introduced with macOS Ventura is Freeform
Ventura also finally gets the familiar iOS and iPad apps: Weather and Clock

Reason #4: Stage Manager

Reason #5: Shared Photo Library

Reason #6: Live Text in video

Reason #7: Better gaming experience

What about reasons you shouldn’t upgrade?

Reason #1: macOS Ventura may not support your Mac
Tip: Check Apple’s list of supported models before updating your macOS to ensure Ventura runs smoothly.

Reason #2: If you rely on older applications
Tip: If you rely on an app, check with the developer to see if it has been tested on Ventura before you upgrade.

Check out this article to learn more about changes that come with macOS Ventura:
bit.ly/3RJmuDa

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Reason to upgrade: You can unsend messages
00:51 - Reason to upgrade: Use iPhone as webcam
01:22 - Get your Mac ready to upgrade
02:00 - Reason to upgrade: New apps
02:30 - Reason to upgrade: Stage manager
03:03 - Reason to upgrade: Shared photo library
03:28 - Reason to upgrade: Live text in videos
03:40 - Reason to upgrade: Better games
03:55 - Reason not to: your Mac does not support Ventura
04:17 - Reason not to: if you rely on older apps
04:36 - Outro

7 Easy Ways to Speed Up macOS Ventura

CleanMyMac 2022-10-09 | Today, I’m going to share 7 ways to optimize and speed up macOS Ventura.
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Before you jump into troubleshooting mode, make sure you're running the most recent version of macOS Ventura and that all your apps are up-to-date. And, of course, don't underestimate the power of a simple restart.

How to speed up macOS Ventura:

#1 Close browser tabs

#2 Reduce transparency and effects
Open System Settings. Then, click Accessibility and Display.

#3 Carry out maintenance
Use the CleanMyMac X Maintenance module.
Download the app for free here:
bit.ly/3VagnL3

#4 Manage syncing
Open System Settings.
Click Apple ID - iCloud - iCloud Drive - Options.
Uncheck the Desktop & Download folder.
Click Ok.

#5 Stop programs opening at start-up
Open CleanMyMac X.
Click Optimization - View All Items - Launch Agents - Remove.

#6 Check your Wi-Fi

#7 Look for CPU- and memory-intensive apps
Click on the CleanMyMac X icon in the toolbar. Then, click on the Memory and CPU buttons to quickly see which apps are slowing your Mac down.

Check out this article for more tips on how to speed up macOS Ventura:
bit.ly/3ypz5Vj

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Start with simple tricks
00:45 - Close browser tabs
01:00 - Reduce transparency & effects
01:24 - Run maintenance tasks
01:55 - Manage sync preferences
02:27 - Remove startup items
02:51 - Check Wi-Fi connection
03:15 - Quit memory-consuming apps
03:58 - Outro

Here’s What to Do to Fix the macOS Ventura Battery Drain

CleanMyMac 2022-10-08 | In this video, I’ll share some tips to help you fix the battery drain on macOS Ventura.
Download CleanMyMac X for free here:
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What causes the macOS Ventura battery drain?

New macOS require more processing power and, in turn, more energy from your battery
Re-indexing: that’s when your computer is scanning files so it can search them faster when you need them

How to fix Ventura battery drain:

#1 Check Activity Monitor

Go to Applications - Utilities - Activity Monitor.
Choose the Energy tab.
Select a process.
Click the ‘x’ in the toolbar to stop the process.

#2 Remove login items and launch agents

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How to avoid macOS Ventura battery drain:

#1 Close browser tabs

#2 Update your apps

#3 Check your battery health
Tip: Click on the CleanMyMac X icon in the toolbar and select the battery section. It’ll show you how long you have left until the battery is discharged, how many charging cycles you’ve used, and a general overview of your battery health.

#4 Quit applications you’re not using

And that’s all — stay tuned for more videos!

More tips for optimizing your battery usage on Ventura:
bit.ly/3VaDHZd

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:17 - What’s causing battery drain?
00:46 - Quit resource-hungry processes
01:16 - Turn off launch agents
01:56 - Close browser tabs
02:24 - Update your apps
02:42 - Check battery health
03:08 - Quit the apps you don’t use
03:22 - Outro

The Ultimate Guide to Fixing Wi-Fi Issues on macOS Ventura

CleanMyMac 2022-10-07 | In this troubleshooting video, I’ll show how to fix Wi-Fi issues on macOS Ventura. Get CleanMyMac X here for free: bit.ly/3eeTwxw

The first step you have to take is identifying the problem:
Restart the app you’re using: Command + Q
Restart your Mac
Try a different device

So here’s how you troubleshoot Wi-Fi issues on macOS Ventura:

#1 Switch Wi-Fi off then on again

#2 Flush your Mac’s DNS cache
Download CleanMyMac X here to flush Mac’s DNS cache:
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When you’ve installed CleanMyMac X, open it up.
Click Maintenance in the sidebar.
Select Flush DNS Cache.
Then, click Run.

#3 Change DNS server
To change your DNS server click the Apple logo - System Settings - Network - Wi-Fi - DNS.

#4 Reset Mac network settings
Switch off your Wi-Fi, and open Finder. Press Command + Shift + G and enter this path:
/Library/Preferences/SystemConfiguration

Move the following files to your Trash:
com.apple.airport.preferences.plist
com.apple.network.eapolclient.configuration.plist
com.apple.wifi.message-tracer.plist
NetworkInterfaces.plist
preferences.plist

#5 Remove unsecure Wi-Fi networks
Again, you can do it quickly with CleanMyMac X. Get the app here:
bit.ly/3eeTwxw

#6 Reinstall macOS Ventura
If you’re still having Wi-Fi issues after everything you’ve tried, then it’s time to reinstall your macOS.

More tips for fixing Wi-Fi problems on macOS Ventura:
bit.ly/3ElVQNF

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:16 - Relaunch the app you’re using
00:39 - Restart your Mac
00:57 - Try a different device
01:26 - Switch Wi-Fi off an on
01:45 - Flush DNS cache
02:13 - Reset the DNS server
02:53 - Reset Mac network settings
03:30 - Remove insecure Wi-Fi networks
04:11 - Reinstall macOS Ventura
04:47 - Outro

macOS Ventura vs. macOS Monterey: Which Is Better for You?

CleanMyMac 2022-10-06 | In this video, I’ll compare two Mac operating systems: macOS Ventura and Monterey. Get CleanMyMac X to boost macOS Ventura performance:
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To find out which macOS your Mac is currently running, click on the Apple logo in the top-left corner. Then, click About This Mac.

Here are some key differences between macOS Ventura and macOS Monterey:

1) macOS Ventura vs. Monterey performance:

macOS Ventura is designed to optimize Apple’s new M-series chips; so it’s safe to assume that it will be quite taxing on older Macs.

Download CleanMyMac X to speed up your Mac (link to a free version):
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2) Safari features on Ventura and Monterey:

Share groups of tabs and bookmarks
Make FaceTime calls and send Messages from within Safari — no application switching needed
PassKey, Apple’s new authentication system is also part of Safari in macOS Ventura

3) Spotlight improvements
The search tool can now look for pictures in your Photo library, Messages, Notes, and even on the internet.

4) New Apps on Ventura
Clock app & Weather app
Freeform — a whiteboard app that allows you to use an Apple Pencil to write, scribble, or draw

Overall, there’s not a huge difference between macOS Ventura and Monterey
Check out this article to find out which macOS is best for you:
bit.ly/3TiVHz5

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:38 - Does your Mac support macOS Ventura?
00:51 - Ventura vs Monterey: performance
01:15 - How to speed up your Mac
01:50 - Safari new features
02:29 - Spotlight improvements
02:55 - New apps on Ventura
03:45 - Outro

Why Does My Macbook Battery Drain So Fast? Heres a fix!

CleanMyMac 2022-10-02 | Why Does My Macbook Battery Drain So Fast?
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If your MacBook battery starts draining way too fast, use this video tutorial to deal with the issue immediately!

#1 Manage Power Adapter preferences
Go to System Preferences - Lock Screen - Start Screen Saver when inactive - Set the time.
Go to Battery. In the “Energy Mode” section, switch “On Battery” to High Power while “On Power Adapter” to Low Power.

#2. Check Battery Health
I use one-stop-shop software CleanMyMac X to keep my Mac at its highest performance and track my battery health. Download the app for free here: bit.ly/3fvYvdu

Go to the CleanMyMac X dashboard in the top right corner, then to the Battery section, and check battery health, charge cycles, or temperature. Or open the Apple menu - About this Mac - System Report. Then scroll down for Power specifications.

#3 Unplug USB devices

#4 Reduce screen brightness
In your Preferences, look up Displays settings and do a couple of tune-ups there. Also, Tick the "Automatically adjust brightness" checkbox.

#5 Find out what is using energy
Go to Applications - Utilities - Activity Monitor. Quit the processes that consume too much energy. Or use CleanMyMac X: head over to the Optimization tab, and after selecting processes you want to quit, press Remove button. Get your free version here: bit.ly/3fvYvdu
#6 Disable Bluetooth while MacBook is asleep

#7 Reset the SMS (System Management Controller)
Shut down MacBook
Hold down Shift-Control-Option and the Power button for 10 seconds.
Turn MacBook back on.

Read the full article on this here: bit.ly/3dZyu5E

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Manage power adapter preferences
01:37 - Check your battery health
03:21 - Unplug USB devices
03:44 - Reduce screen brightness
04:14 - Check what’s using energy
05:03 - Disable Bluetooth while Mac is asleep
05:28 - Reset the SMC
05:56 - Outro

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How to free up RAM on Mac youtu.be/j7Gg4ThRb_A
How to clean up Mac youtu.be/MZqHW59-g58

Macbook Overheating? Try These Tips to Solve the Issue!

CleanMyMac 2022-10-01 | Macbook overheating? Try these tips!
Download CleanMyMac X here bit.ly/3LUd3iV

Here’s a quick tutorial from me to solve Mac overheating and the issues that caused it.

Step 1. Close web browser tabs
Each open tab uses memory and consumes CPU cycles, so the more you have open, the more energy you use. Simply close down those you don’t need.

Step 2. Check CPU usage
Open Activity Monitor (Finder - Applications - Utilities).
Click the CPU tab.
Quit those intensive apps: select the process or an app and click the "X" button. Confirm to quit the app.

Or use CleanMyMac X to evaluate CPU performance at a glance and quit those processes/apps with a single click. Get your free version here: bit.ly/3LUd3iV

Step 3. Quit unused apps
Press Option-Command-Escape.
Select the app you want to close and click Force Quit.

Step 4. Check login items & launch agents
First check for login items:
Click Apple menu - System Preferences.
Select Users & Groups.
Go to the Login Items tab.

Then check the launch agents that are running:
Open Finder and choose Go in the top menu.
Click on Go - Go to Folder.
Now paste in: /Library/LaunchAgents

Use CleanMyMac X to do everything in one place and in no time. Download the app here: bit.ly/3LUd3iV

Step 5. Avoid direct sunlight & hot environments

Step 6. Keep your computer clean
Use a can of compressed air to clean hard-to-reach corners of your Mac: you just need to remove the bottom panel and spray the air into the vents. Then, grab a microfiber cloth and gently wipe away any dust.

Step 7. Update your Mac
Go to Apple menu - About This Mac - Software Update. If an update is available, click Update Now.

Now your battery should last longer. For more tips, read the full article here: bit.ly/3rfEtX1

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Close browser tabs
01:03 - Check CPU usage
01:50 - Quit unused apps
02:15 - Turn off login items
03:17 - Avoid direct sunlight
03:51 - Physically clean your Mac
04:22 - Update your Mac
04:53 - Outro

Check out other videos on our channel
How to fix Macbook battery drain youtu.be/Wk5qSjtcgbw
How to optimize your Mac performance youtu.be/UoTMGXcMre0

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Simple Hacks to Get macOS Ventura Update UNstuck

CleanMyMac 2022-09-30 | If you are experiencing problems updating to macOS Ventura (specifically when it’s stuck), this tutorial is for you. Let’s dive in to learn how to hack it!

Hack 1: Check Mac compatibility
Here are the Macs that are supported by Ventura:
2017 iMac and later
2017 iMac Pro and later
2018 MacBook Air and later
2017 MacBook Pro and later
2019 Mac Pro and later
2018 Mac mini and later
2017 MacBook and later
2022 Mac Studio

Hack 2: Check Apple System Status page
If a download gets stuck, Apple System Status page and look for the service ‘macOS Update’. If there’s a green circle next to it, it’s working. If it’s red, there’s an issue that may affect the performance of the service.

Hack 3: Check hard drive space
The next thing to check is that you have enough free disk space to install macOS Ventura. Download CleanMyMac X to remove junk files & free up space on Mac:
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Hack 4: Check Internet connection
Actions that might help you restore your internet connection:
Restart your web browser, your Mac, or your router.
Move your Mac closer to your Wi-Fi router.
Try connecting using a different device.

Hack 5: Run Maintenance scripts
Use CleanMyMac X for that! Go to Maintenance - Run Maintenance Scripts
Get your free version here: bit.ly/3LStvQQ

More handy Mac tutorials are on their way, so stay tuned! Also, check out this article to solve other macOS Ventura issues: bit.ly/3rfDW7s

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:25 - #1 Check compatibility
00:39 - #2 Check Apple system status page
01:01 - #3 Free up hard drive space
01:56 - #4 Check your Internet connection
02:27 - #5 Run maintenance scripts

The Ultimate Tutorial to Downgrading From macOS Ventura

CleanMyMac 2022-09-29 | Noticing performance issues, bugs, and glitches after downloading the new operating system?

In this tutorial, you’ll learn 3 ways to downgrade your macOS device from macOS Ventura. But before that, try fixing various compatibility issues and overall Mac performance with CleanMyMac X. You might not need to downgrade after all.

Download CleanMyMac X for free & run Mac maintenance: bit.ly/3re39zo

#1 Use Time Machine backup
Always back up your computer to an external drive, so you can effortlessly recover your device back to what it used to be. Depending on what Mac device you own, follow the instructions below:

Plug in the external drive with a backup file on it.
Go to Apple menu - Restart.
For Intel Macs: hold down Command-R once you see the Apple logo pop up.
For Apple Silicon Macs: hold down the power button until the startup screen appears, then Options - Continue - Restore From Time Machine Backup.

#2 macOS Recovery
Shut down your Mac.
Turn it back on and enter one of these:
Command-R: Reinstall current OS version (Ventura)
Shift-Option-Command-R: Reinstall factory-shipped OS
Option-Command-R: Upgrades to the latest supported macOS
Enter your password and click Continue - Next - Reinstall macOS.

#3 Use a bootable installer
Learn how to do it in this article: bit.ly/3y4GhGq

More handy Mac tutorials are on their way, so stay tuned! Also, check out this article to solve other macOS Ventura issues: bit.ly/3CiUXnB

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:22 - Try to optimize macOS Ventura performance
01:30 - Check what Mac you have
01:43 - How to downgrade with Time Machine
02:28 - How to downgrade with macOS Recovery
02:50 - How to downgrade with a bootable installer
03:25 - Outro

7 Tricks to Help You Solve macOS Ventura Bluetooth Problems

CleanMyMac 2022-08-18 | In this video, I’ll share 6 tips to help you fix macOS Ventura Bluetooth problems.
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If you’ve already upgraded your Mac to macOS Ventura and you’re experiencing Bluetooth problems, try these troubleshooting tricks:

Check for system updates
If you’re running macOS Ventura, here’s how to check if there’s an update:
Go to System Settings - General. Here, click Software Update. If there’s an update present, you should install it.

Unpair + repair your device
Go back to System Settings and click Bluetooth. Click the device that’s giving you a problem. Then, click Forget This Device.
Repair your device to see if it worked.

Turn Bluetooth on/off
Go to your top menu bar and click the Control Center. Switch the Bluetooth on and off.

Remove obstructions
Go to Wi-Fi - Other Networks. Look for your network name [your router name] - 5G and connect to that network. Your Bluetooth device is using 2G — make sure all of your devices don’t use the same signal.

This should prevent your Bluetooth device not showing up on Ventura.

Run maintenance scripts
The app I’m using is CleanMyMac X. You can download it here:
bit.ly/3bWw5rD

Reset Bluetooth module
Open Terminal and run this command:
sudo pkill bluetoothhd

Then, reset your device to see if your “macOS Ventura Bluetooth not working” issue is gone.

Reset Bluetooth plist
Go to Finder - Go to Folder. Enter this location:
~/Library/Preferences

Here, search for this file:
com.apple.Bluetooth.plist
Drag the file to the Trash and restart your Mac.

Hope that helped!

Check out this article for more tips for fixing the macOS Ventura Bluetooth issue:
bit.ly/3pnlOrq

Contents:

00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Check for system updates
00:45 - Unpair and repair your device
01:14 - Turn Bluetooth off and on
01:29 - Remove obstructions
02:10 - Run maintenance scripts
02:52 - Reset Bluetooth module
03:15 - Delete plist file
03:39 - Outro