Archives for July 2012

Mac Productivity: Scheduling AppleScripts

2012.07.31 By

If you're an Automator user, you probably know how to create iCal Alarm workflows, which can be set to run at scheduled times, allowing processing to occur during downtime.  If you're not familiar with Automator or iCal Alarm workflows, check out some of my other tips to get acquainted...

Using Automator: Scheduling Workflows

Mac Automation Made Simple: Scheduling Automator Workflows (video)

What about AppleScripts?  Can't they be run on a schedule too?  You bet.  There are actually a couple of primary ways this can be done. [Read more on the Peachpit blog...]

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iOS Productivity: 5 Tips for Locating and Launching Apps Faster

2012.07.24 By

Last week, I shared some useful tips for locating and launching apps faster on your Mac.  But what about your iOS devices?  They're full of apps too.  And, with pages and pages of apps, it can be a real pain in the neck to find the one you want.  Here are some tips to help you wade through them. [Read more on the Peachpit blog...]

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Mac Productivity: 5 Tips for Locating and Launching Apps Faster

2012.07.16 By

How often do you find yourself digging through your Dock, Launchpad, or Applications folder to find a certain app?  You've got other stuff to do.  How about making things a little easier, so you can get back to work.  Here are some tips to help you locate that elusive app and launch it a little more quickly. [Read more on the Peachpit blog...]

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Mac Productivity: Quick Scripts and Workflows – Set Desktop to Astronomy Picture of the Day

2012.07.09 By

Each day, our good friends at NASA are kind enough to share a breathtaking photo of our wonderful universe.  Sometimes of the Earth, sometimes of the heavens, these photos showcase natural beauty that is surely Desktop-background worthy.  Here's how you can create an Automator workflow that runs each night to set your Desktop to the latest photo... [Read more on the Peachpit blog...]

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