MacBook+Basics

Overview
With this Wiki page, I wanted to keep track of various resources for the MacBook Pro training. These are all of the resources used for the MacBook training; however, this is page provides a decent overview of using your MacBook Pro. Just to start, here is a brief list of links:
 * Find Out How
 * MacLearning
 * Mac in Education
 * iWorks

On a side note, Wikis can be an effective teaching tool. Wikis promote collaboration, writing skills, and develop students' attention to their global audience. If you don't know what a Wiki is, click on the Common Craft video on [|Wikis in Plain English]. Then, press play! How else can Wikis promote learning (especially with project-based learning).

PC to Mac Comparisons
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Useful Apps

 * Application || Description || Category ||
 * [[image:Browser Google.png width="87" height="88"]] || Google Chrome is an Internet browser-like Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Safari. But, this browser has its own applications to download and keep logged into accounts. It makes it easy to keep track of all your web-based instructional tools. || Internet Browser ||
 * [[image:tricreek/Screen Shot 2012-07-11 at 7.37.59 PM.png width="93" height="100"]] || The Evernote application allows teachers and students to keep track of web-based readings. It is a great tool to organize important web-based documents. At the same time, you are able to share specific files with groups of people. || Productivity ||
 * [[image:tricreek/Screen Shot 2012-07-11 at 12.21.47 AM.png width="101" height="77"]] || GarageBand is my favorite. With this application, teachers and students can engage in podcasting, vodcasting, and digital storytelling. In addition, it is a fairly easy-to-use music production program. || Creativity ||

MacBook Tricks and Tips
Keyboard shortcuts tools
 * Control + Command + D = Look up selected word in dictionary (Only in Safari)
 * Command + Shift + Y = Copy selected text to sticky (Only in Safari)
 * Command + Shift + 3 = Screenshot
 * Command + Shift + 4 = Screenshot Selected Region (Press spacebar to select which window to screenshot)
 * Shift + Volume Up/Down = Silent In/Decrease
 * Command + Drag n Drop = Aligns to grid

Basic Keyboard Commands
 * Command + A = Select All
 * Command + Q = Quit
 * Command + W = Closes Window in focus
 * Command + T = New Tab
 * Command + N = New Window
 * Command + Tab = Switch Between Open Programs
 * Command + S = Save
 * Command + V = Paste
 * Command + X = Cut
 * Command + C = Copy
 * Command + Shift + S = Save As
 * Command + Option + Esc = Force Quit Menu
 * Option + Shift + Command + Esc (hold for 3 seconds) = Force Quits focused application

MacBook Screencasts: Dock and Desktop
media type="custom" key="20304716" Additional Screencasts on using your MacBook Pro can be found at the Tri-Creek Website. There are videos on the basic [|functionality] and [|management] of the MacBook Pro.

Trackpad

 * 2 Finger Spread/Pinch = Zoom In/Out
 * 2 Finger Touch + Tap = Right Click/Menu
 * 2 Finger Touch + Slide in any direction = Scrolls around or page or windows (when applicable)
 * 3 Finger Touch + Select Area = Select/Highlight
 * 4 Finger Touch +Slide Up = Mission Control (Shows all programs open)
 * Pinch with Thumb + 3 Fingers = Show Programs/Applications
 * Spread with Thumb + 3 Fingers = Go back to Desktop
 * Spread again w/Thumb + 3 Fingers = Clears everything and shows Desktop
 * (Fn + F 11 Does this too)

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Find Out How (From Apple)
Using this Apple resource can help you Find Out How.

Diigo Bookmarks
At this Diigo list entitled All Things Apple, you will find various links to researching information on your newly acquired MacBook.

LiveBinder Resources
Check out the following LiveBinder with tons of information on becoming a MacBook Pro user.

Files and Documents

 * Mac Tips and Tricks
 * [[file:comparing mac and pc.pdf]]