Mac Startup Disk Full - How to Free Up Space - 2015

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Here is some quick free tools and tips to free up space on your Mac Drive.

Download the software here

http://www.omnigroup.com/more

Here is the terminal commend to run it as root

sudo /Applications/OmniDiskSweeper.app/Conten­ts/MacOS/OmniDiskSweeper

Here is the video to set-up a root account

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHiHB...


-  Empty the Trash

-  External Drive

-  www.omnigroup.com/more

-  omni disksweeper

-  Terminal Command
Run it as root

sudo /Applications/OmniDiskSweeper.app/Conten­ts/MacOS/OmniDiskSweeper


-  command. to quit

Good in El Capitan and Yosemite

How to Fix - This application requires the legacy Java SE 6 runtime in El Capitan 10.11

Try this first download the Beta version of 
Java for OS X 2015-001 Beta

Java for OS X 2015-001 beta installs the legacy Java 6 runtime for OS X 10.11 El Capitan.  

This package is exclusively intended for support of legacy software, and installs the same deprecated version of Java 6 included in the 2013-005 release. If you require Java for applets or other non-legacy uses it is recommended you download the latest version of Java from http://java.com.

https://support.apple.com/kb/DL1824?locale=en_US

How to fix this application requires the legacy Java SE 6 runtime which is unavailable for this version of the OS X



If anyone is using the beta version of El Captian and need to downgrade their Java to 6 here is what worked for me

I got all my applications working again after the upgrade – Thought I would share.



How to fix and install Java SE 6 errors in El Capitan



1. Download Apple's Java Package from https://support.apple.com/kb/DL1572?locale=en_US



2. Download Pacifist - https://www.charlessoft.com



3. Download UninstallPKG - http://www.corecode.at/uninstallpkg/



4. open UninstallPKG app search for Jdk and uninstall any version of JDK on your Mac



5. open the JavaForOSX.dmg and Drag it to JavaForOSX.pkg



from JavaForOSX2014-001.dmg to your desktop



6. Run this command



sudo nvram boot-args="rootless=0";osascript -e 'tell app "loginwindow" to «event aevtrrst»'



7. After your computer restarts Drag JavaForOSX.pkg and onto the Pacifist application to open it.



8. click on the JavaForOSX.pkg" and install it with administrator privileges.



9. now click and install JavaForOSX.pkg

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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a wireless keyboard and Mouse for your Mac for Free

How to turn your Iphone or Ipad into a wireless keyboard and Mouse for your Mac laptop or Desktop



Step 1



On Your iPhone or iPAD Download

an app called Remote:Mouse/Keyboard



your iPhone or iPad from the App store.



http://www.benzle.com/index.html#





Step 2



Download the WiFiSendServer on your mac



http://www.benzle.com/index.html#z2



Install and run on your Mac



Step 3

Open the app on iPad and it automatically searching your MAC/PC name and hit on it and start using!

How to Erase a Mac Hard Drive in Mac Os X Yosemite

Mac tips - How to turn on the Power Charging Sound Effect on you Mac

How to turn on the Power Charging Sound Effect on you Mac similar just like your Iphone sounds when it’s Plugged in.

defaults write com.apple.PowerChime ChimeOnAllHardware -bool true; open /System/Library/CoreServices/PowerChime.app &

defaults write com.apple.PowerChime ChimeOnAllHardware -bool false;killall PowerChime

How to Upgrade the Ram in a Apple Mac Pro Trashcan 2015

Published on Mar 22, 2015

Here is the link for the Ram and the anti static band

http://bestmacgadgets.blogspot.com

This video will show you how to upgrade Ram in 2015 Apple Mac Pro. This will also show what upgrades are available and what kind of Ram you will need in a Mac OS X computer.

Use all these tips at your own risk.

How to upload any kind of Video's to your IPhone or IPad from your Mac

This is great app I found that lets you upload and add

Video's from your Mac to your Iphone or Ipad

and then it shows up in the Video file app -  these are not video's from iTunes these can be your homemade video's or native music file like flac files all works in 
Yosemite Mac OS X, very easy program to use!



Link for software
http://softorino.com/waltr/download

Link for DVD conversion to Video file
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXF-7J73gOs

How to upload any kind of Video's to your IPhone or IPad from your Mac

This is great app I found that lets you upload and add

Video's from your Mac to your Iphone or Ipad

and then it shows up in the Video file app -  these are not video's from iTunes these can be your homemade video's or native music file like flac files all works in 
Yosemite Mac OS X, very easy program to use!



Link for software
http://softorino.com/waltr/download

Link for DVD conversion to Video file
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXF-7J73gOs

6 Cool Hidden Features in Mac OS X Yosemite

Download Mac OS X software here the app is called Deeper



http://shanijaf.blogspot.com/p/freewear.html



Here are some hidden Yosemite features and an easy way to activate them!



1- Animated desktop background



2- turn on Dark Menu Bar and Dock



3- Change Screen capture format



4- Set how often to check for updates



5- How to remove a Sys preference pane



6- Adjust the number of recents

How to Digitally Sign PDF's in MAC OS X Yosemite

How to Digitally Sign PDF's in MAC OS X Yosemite 
Did you ever want to completely fill out a PDF form and then email it - Here is how to do if for free, quickly easily and accurately using Yosemite's new digital sign feature in Preview.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDYF16QmBIk

How to fix File Permissions errors on a Mac with a free App in Yosemite ...

http://www.lagentesoft.com/batchmod/

File is not accessible error. you don't have permission to access this folder or file on a Mac.

How to fix File Permissions errors on a Mac with a free App in Yosemite 2015

How to easily fix File Permissions on a Mac quickly and easily without knowing the terminal using a free Application call batchmod for the Mac

http://www.lagentesoft.com/batchmod/

Get rid of errors and make the file accessible again, errors like you don't have permissions to this file

Mac operating System uses disc permissions to secure files from unauthorized users. Those permission sometimes gets messed up and need to be repaired to fix software startup errors, crashes, and more. Here is how to do without knowing Unix or using the terminal. 



Click here to subscribe https://www.youtube.com/user/shanijaf... Try out these tips at your own risk - software for mac os x & mac os x apps recommendations - All work in Mac OS X Yosemite 10.10 and Maverick 

How to activate your on-screen Mac Keyboard in Yosemite (Virtual Keyboard)

How to activate your on-screen Mac Keyboard in Yosemite (Virtual Keyboard)

How to fix epson driver update 2.19 not downloading from the app store

Download it from this link

install it then restart it will fix the issue

http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1398

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Mac OS X Yosemite 10.10.2 Combo Update now availble - Free

Mac OS X Yosemite 10.10.2 Combo Updateis now available for free from apple

Download the OS X Yosemite 10.10.2 Combo Update here

Here is the Link
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1786

This update includes the following fixes:

1- Includes a Fix that might cause your Wi-Fi to disconnect on your Mac

2- Includes a Fix that might cause your browser pages to load slowly

3- Includes a Fix for Spotlight to load remote email content

4- Includes a Fix to improve audio and video sync when using Bluetooth headphones

5- Includes a Fix that will allow you to browse your iCloud Drive in Time Machine

6- Includes a Fix that will improve VoiceOver speech

7- Improves stability and security in Safari

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Unboxing of my rechargable Passport Wifi Hard Drive for the Mac OS X, Iphone and Ipad

Here is how it works - First you charge this rechargeable WIFI Hard drive 
(so it doesn't have to be plugged in)

If you take a lot of Video's and picture and fill up you Iphone or Ipad you can
move you video files and pics from your Iphone or Ipad to this drive wirelessly 
without a Mac OS x computer. Just charge this drive and leave it in your pocket and transfer you files great for travel as well. Download the free app in the apple store

Add extra storage for you Iphone this way as well.

It's compatible with Apple Time Machine

Here is where to get the Wifi Drive:

http://shanijaf.blogspot.com/p/best-apple-gear.html

WD My Passport for Mac 1TB Portable External Hard Drive Storage USB 3.0 My Passport for Mac Portable Hard Drive – Rapid transit for your digital life.

My Passport for Mac features an ultra-fast USB 3.0 interface for blazing-fast transfer rates. This sleek, portable drive is designed for photographers, graphics professionals and road-warriors who want to take their digital life with them. It's compatible with Apple Time Machine and offers password protection with hardware encryption to keep your data private. It's an ideal companion for your MacBook. 

Ultra-fast USB 3.0 connectivity.
With the blazing-fast speed of USB 3.0 connectivity, this drive lets you access and save files in record time. Reduce transfer time by up to 3 times when connected to a USB 3.0 port.

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