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In this episode, you'll discover why and how automation can help you prevent and reduce file clutter on your Mac. And, I'll share with you a simple Automator workflow so that you can start decluttering your Mac today!
A video version with the full transcript is available at https://macpreneur.com/episode66
Visit https://macpreneur.com/score for personalised tips to be more efficient and productive on your Mac
Takeaways:
- File clutter is inevitable, but automation can help manage it.
- Automator is a built-in tool on macOS for automating tasks on a Mac.
- Folder Action is a feature of Automator that allows for automatic execution of actions when files are moved to a designated folder.
- Automator's interface is intuitive and actions can be easily dragged and dropped to create workflows.
- Automator can be used for more than just file management, such as creating applications and quick actions.
- Folder actions can be created by selecting the desired folder in Automator and choosing the actions to be performed.
- Automator's limitations include limited filtering options, difficulty in testing and updating folder actions, and lack of synchronization between multiple computers.
- While Automator is useful for certain tasks, for more advanced file management, tools like Hazel may be preferred.
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Send me a Text Message
In this episode, you'll discover why and how automation can help you prevent and reduce file clutter on your Mac. And, I'll share with you a simple Automator workflow so that you can start decluttering your Mac today!
A video version with the full transcript is available at https://macpreneur.com/episode66
Visit https://macpreneur.com/score for personalised tips to be more efficient and productive on your Mac
Takeaways:
- File clutter is inevitable, but automation can help manage it.
- Automator is a built-in tool on macOS for automating tasks on a Mac.
- Folder Action is a feature of Automator that allows for automatic execution of actions when files are moved to a designated folder.
- Automator's interface is intuitive and actions can be easily dragged and dropped to create workflows.
- Automator can be used for more than just file management, such as creating applications and quick actions.
- Folder actions can be created by selecting the desired folder in Automator and choosing the actions to be performed.
- Automator's limitations include limited filtering options, difficulty in testing and updating folder actions, and lack of synchronization between multiple computers.
- While Automator is useful for certain tasks, for more advanced file management, tools like Hazel may be preferred.
🎤 Want to be a guest on the show? Fill the application form available at https://macpreneur.com/apply or visit the show profile on Podmatch.
👥 Join the Macpreneur Community!
Simplify your digital life and streamline your business with fellow solopreneurs.
✨ Join the Waiting List
✅ Want to be more efficient on your Mac?
Answer a few questions about how you're currently dealing with unnecessary clicks, repetitive typing and file clutter. It's FREE and takes less than 2 minutes!
🆓 Get personalized time-saving tips today!
Follow me:
- Connect on LinkedIn
- Check the YouTube channel
- Follow @macpreneurfm on Instagram
- Follow @macpreneurfm on Facebook
- Subscribe and give a rating on Apple Podcasts
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