Glam Glowing Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 Hey Everyone, As someone who greatly values the seamless integration of hardware and software in the Apple ecosystem, I've been contemplating the switch to a Mac or considering adding another Apple product to my collection. One aspect that intrigues me is the potential productivity enhancements that many users claim to experience. For those of you who have been using Macs or other Apple products, could you share specific ways in which your device has notably boosted your productivity, creativity, or overall user experience? Whether it's through unique features, optimized workflows, or a particular software gem, I'd love to hear your firsthand accounts. Additionally, I'm curious if anyone has encountered any learning curve when transitioning from other platforms to the Apple ecosystem? How was your adjustment period, and were there any resources or tips that helped you make the most of your new device? Thank you for taking the time to share your insights and contribute to this discussion. Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/357516-switching-to-mac/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slice Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 When I work in Windows I definitely miss QuickLook for different file types: JPG, PNG, RAW, MOV, MP3, XLS, SVG, DOC and others that is usual for macOS. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/357516-switching-to-mac/#findComment-2810621 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacNB Posted August 28, 2023 Share Posted August 28, 2023 I miss certain drag and drop features that macOS naturally provides that Windows does not. E.g. in a Terminal window, type cd and then drag a folder icon from Finder window (Windows equivalent to File Explorer) to anywhere onto the terminal window and macOS completes the full path to that folder and you then just hit enter to change the current working directory to that folder you just dragged. In macOS Terminal you can just double-click a word or highlight any text and drag it anywhere in the window or any other window that accepts text. Can be done in Windows but not as easy or as efficient. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/357516-switching-to-mac/#findComment-2810622 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slice Posted August 29, 2023 Share Posted August 29, 2023 6 hours ago, MacNB said: In macOS Terminal you can just double-click a word or highlight any text and drag it anywhere in the window or any other window that accepts text. Can be done in Windows but not as easy or as efficient. Moreover you can drag the text on the desktop to create a Clip which can be reused many times. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/357516-switching-to-mac/#findComment-2810628 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glam Glowing Posted September 1, 2023 Author Share Posted September 1, 2023 Hey thanks everybody for the worthy inputs Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/357516-switching-to-mac/#findComment-2810720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
STLVNUB Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 (edited) I Have Late 2013 Retina MackBook Pro of Which I Destroyed The Screen, Slippery Little Suckers, and a 2010 Mac Mini Will Be Selling My Hackintosh with windows 10 on it Its Been A Wild Ride, But Time To Go FULL Mac Edited September 1, 2023 by STLVNUB Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/357516-switching-to-mac/#findComment-2810725 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackLyons Posted September 16, 2023 Share Posted September 16, 2023 (edited) Thanks all for the advice, I will keep it in my mind. If I want to know more, I will ask here or will start my own thread. Edited January 22, 2024 by JackLyons Quote Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/357516-switching-to-mac/#findComment-2811221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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