In this episode of Hands-On Mac, host Mikah Sargent provides a detailed walkthrough of Apple's new Image Playground app, an AI-powered image generation tool available on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. Sargent explores the app's user interface and demonstrates its key features, including the ability to generate images by describing scenes, selecting people from your photo library, choosing themes and costumes, and applying different styles like animation or illustration.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Mouse Keys is a hidden gem in macOS accessibility, but it can also be a source of confusion when accidentally enabled. Mikah breaks down how Mouse Keys allows keyboard-based mouse control, explains how to activate or deactivate it, and shares tips to prevent unintended activation. This episode is a must for anyone navigating macOS accessibility settings or puzzled by unexpected keyboard behavior.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Discover how to enhance your images with macOS's Preview app as Mikah demonstrates cropping, resizing, rotating, and background removal tools. Learn to adjust image colors, contrast, sharpness, and even use advanced tools like Instant Alpha for background transparency. Perfect for anyone seeking quick and effective ways to edit images directly in Preview without the need for third-party software.

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Explore the full potential of Preview's Inspector tool on macOS, as Mikah demonstrates how to uncover detailed file information on both images and PDFs. With the Inspector, you can view metadata like creation dates, DPI, and file formats, alongside specialized EXIF and IPTC data for photos. Learn to manage keywords, add or remove annotations, and even apply PDF security settings. Ideal for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of file insights and data management in Preview.

View information about PDFs and images in Preview on Mac - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/view-information-about-pdfs-and-images-prvw9c94f0a4/11.0/mac/15.1

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Hands-on with macOS's Preview app takes annotation and signing to a new level as Mikah explores how to make the most of PDF form-filling, markup, and redaction features. Learn to add text, draw shapes, redact sensitive information, and even use Preview's built-in AutoFill to complete form fields with ease. Mikah demonstrates both trackpad and camera options for adding a signature, ensuring that your PDF interactions stay quick and seamless without third-party software. An essential guide to mastering macOS Preview's PDF tools.

Fill out and sign PDF forms in Preview on Mac - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/fill-out-and-sign-pdf-forms-prvw35725/11.0/mac/15.1

Annotate a PDF in Preview on Mac - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/annotate-a-pdf-prvw11580/11.0/mac/15.1

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Unleash the full potential of macOS's Preview app as Mikah explores how to combine, rearrange, and edit PDFs without needing third-party tools. From duplicating files to protect originals, deleting unnecessary pages, and mastering the Contact Sheet view for seamless page reordering, this episode is packed with practical tips. Mikah also demonstrates merging PDFs, helping you compile crucial information into a single document with just a few clicks. Perfect for anyone looking to streamline their workflow with Preview's often-overlooked PDF management features.

Combine PDFs in Preview on Mac - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/combine-pdfs-prvw43696/11.0/mac/15.0.1

Add, delete, or move PDF pages in Preview on Mac - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/add-delete-or-move-pdf-pages-prvw11793/11.0/mac/15.0

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Learn how to export PDFs like a pro using macOS's Preview app. This episode covers key tips on compressing PDFs, using Quartz filters for unique effects, and locking or password-protecting your documents to secure your content. Whether you're optimizing file sizes or preventing edits, this step-by-step guide will help you take control of your PDFs with ease.

Compress a PDF in Preview on Mac - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/compress-a-pdf-prvw1509/11.0/mac/15.0.1

Add effects to a PDF in Preview on Mac - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/add-effects-to-a-pdf-prvw1510/mac

Lock PDFs and images in Preview on Mac - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/lock-pdfs-and-images-prvw35875/11.0/mac/15.0.1

Password-protect a PDF in Preview on Mac - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/password-protect-a-pdf-prvw587dd90f/11.0/mac/15.0.1

Host: Mikah Sargent

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Just because you downloaded a JPG doens't mean you're stuck with a JPG. Mikah Sargent shows you how to use Preview on macOS to converte image file types, adjust image compression, and access hidden/legacy export options.

Convert image file types using Preview on Mac - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/convert-image-file-types-prvw1012/11.0/mac/15.0.1

Host: Mikah Sargent

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You might have heard about the new feature in macOS Sequoia, iOS 18, and iPadOS 18 that lets you schedule a message to send later, but have you figured out how to do it? Mikah Sargent shows you where to find the Send Later feature and shares everything you need to know about using it.

Schedule a message on Mac to send later - Apple Support - https://support.apple.com/guide/messages/send-later-icht113734b8/14.0/mac/15.0.1

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With the introduction of macOS Sequoia comes the introduction of a monthly permissions prompt for Screen & System Audio Recording. Mikah Sargent shows you an app you can use to quickly and easily circumvent the monthly prompts.

Amnesia - https://goodsnooze.gumroad.com/l/amnesia?layout=profile

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