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iMac Essentials iMac Essentials iMac at a glance Get started Use iMac with other devices Apps Find answers Safety, handling, and regulatory information Page 1 of 92
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM iMac at a glance Say hello to the new iMac This guide provides the essential information you need to get the most from your iMac. Take a look around. Want a quick intro to the features of your iMac? See the next section, Take a tour. Get started. Press the power button on the back of your iMac, follow the Setup Assistant prompts, and youʼre up and running. See Work wirelessly, Set up, and Migrate your data. Stay in sync.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Take a tour Your iMac has the following features built in: 3.5 mm headphone jack: Plug in stereo headphones to experience high-quality sound while watching movies or listening to your favorite music. SDXC card slot: Transfer photos, videos, and data to and from your iMac, with highcapacity SD cards. USB 3 ports: Connect an iPad, iPhone, iPod, digital camera, camcorder, external storage, or printer quickly and easily. The iMac USB 3 ports support USB 3 and USB 2 devices.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM AC power cord: Pass the power cord through the hole in the stand, plug it into the power port on the back of your iMac, then plug the cord into a power outlet. Power button: Press and hold for three seconds to turn your iMac on or off, or press quickly to put it to sleep.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Connect accessories Work wirelessly Using Bluetooth® technology, your iMac can wirelessly connect (that is, pair) with devices such as the included Magic Mouse 2 and Magic Keyboard, and with optional devices like the Magic Trackpad 2 or Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, peripheral devices, wearable sport accessories, and others. To connect your iMac with a device thatʼs not already connected, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Bluetooth.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM To customize your gestures, use the Mouse pane of System Preferences. Choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, click Mouse, then click the buttons at the top to see all the scrolling, clicking, swiping, and tapping options. If you configured your iMac with the optional Magic Trackpad 2 or Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, it comes connected with your iMac and ready to use.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Mute key (F10): Press to mute the sound from the built-in speakers or 3.5 mm headphone jack. Volume keys (F11, F12): Press or to increase or decrease the volume of sound from the built-in speakers or 3.5 mm headphone jack. Function (Fn) key: Each function key (on the top row) can also perform other functions. Hold down the Fn key while you press a function key to trigger the action associated with the key.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Gesture Action Turn on/off: Slide the on/off switch on the bottom of the mouse to turn it on (green is visible). Click: Press anywhere on the mouse surface to click or doubleclick. Secondary click (that is, right-click): Press the left or right side of the mouse to perform a “secondary click.” (Enable rightand left-click in System Preferences > Mouse > Secondary click.) 360º scroll: Brush one finger along the surface to scroll or pan in any direction.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Adapters The following Apple adapters are available to connect external devices, displays, and more, to the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your iMac. Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter: Connect your iMac to Thunderbolt 2 devices or a Thunderbolt display. USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter: Connect your iMac to an HDMI display, while also connecting a standard USB device to your iMac.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM To connect this device to a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) port Use this cable or adapter Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) display Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) cable USB-C display USB-C (USB 3.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Get started Set up The first time you turn on your iMac, Setup Assistant walks you through the simple steps needed to start using your new iMac. If you want to transfer your data from another computer, see Migrate your data for details. Be sure to connect to Wi-Fi, turn on Bluetooth® wireless technology, get an Apple ID, then sign in to iCloud. You can also activate Siri if you want.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Tip: If you donʼt see the Wi-Fi status icon or Bluetooth icon in the menu bar, you can add them. For Wi-Fi, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, then click Network. Click Wi-Fi in the list on the left, then select “Show Wi-Fi status in menu bar.” For Bluetooth, choose Apple menu  > System Preferences, click Bluetooth, then select “Show Bluetooth in menu bar.” Get an Apple ID.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Find your way around The desktop, menu bar, and Help The first thing you see on your iMac is the desktop, where you can quickly open apps, search for anything on your iMac and the web, organize your files, and more. Tip: Canʼt find the pointer? To magnify it temporarily, slide the mouse back and forth quickly. Menu bar.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Turn on Dynamic Desktop. Watch your desktop image automatically change to match the time of day in your current location. Select the dynamic setting from Desktop & Screensaver in System Preferences. Enable Location Services to have your screen move from day to night based on your current time zone. If Location Services is turned off in the Privacy pane of Security & Privacy Preferences, the picture changes based on the time zone specified in Date & Time preferences.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Quick Actions. At the bottom right of the Preview pane are shortcuts that let you manage and edit files right in the Finder. You can rotate an image, annotate or crop an image in Markup, combine images and PDFs into a single file, trim audio and video files, and create custom actions through Automator workflows (for example, watermarking a file). To learn more, see Perform quick actions in the Finder on Mac.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Remove an item from the Dock. Drag it out of the Dock. The item isnʼt removed from your iMac—just from the Dock. Tip: You can make the Dock larger or smaller, add or remove items, move it to the left or right side of the screen, or even set it to hide when youʼre not using it. To change how the Dock looks, click the System Preferences icon in the Dock, or choose Apple menu  > System Preferences. Then click Dock.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Notification Center Use Notification Center to view details about your day (calendar, stocks, weather, and more) and catch up on notifications you might have missed (email, reminders, app notifications, and more). Open Notification Center. Click the Notification Center icon at the top right of the screen. Tap Today to see whatʼs coming up or Notifications to review whatʼs come in. System Preferences System Preferences is where you personalize your iMac settings.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Update macOS. Click the System Preferences icon in the Dock, then click Software Update to see if your Mac is running the latest version of macOS software. You can specify options for automatic software updates. Spotlight Spotlight is an easy way to find anything on your iMac, such as documents, contacts, calendar events, and email messages.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Get flight info. Enter the airline and flight number in Spotlight to see your flight status and a map, without having to open Safari. Preview your results. Click a search result and view it in the preview on the right. Sometimes thatʼs all you need to do—click items or links directly in the preview. You can also double-click a result to open it. Open an app. Type the app name in Spotlight, then press Return. Turn off Spotlight Suggestions.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Siri You can talk to Siri on your iMac and use your voice for many tasks. For example, you can find files, schedule meetings, change preferences, get answers, send messages, place calls, and add items to your calendar. Siri can give you directions (“How do I get home from here?”), provide information (“How high is Mount Whitney?”), perform basic tasks (“Create a new list called Groceries”), and much more.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Play some music. Just say, “Play some music,” and Siri does the rest. You can even tell Siri, “Play the top song from March 1991.” Find and open files. Ask Siri to find files and open them right from the Siri window. You can ask by file name or by description. For example, “Show me files Ursula sent,” or “Open the spreadsheet I created last night.” Drag and drop. Drag and drop images and locations from the Siri window into an email, text message, or document.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Whatʼs new New macOS features macOS Mojave offers many exciting new features, including: Dark Mode: Use a dark color scheme for the Desktop, menu bar, Dock, and all the built-in apps on macOS. Your content stands out front and center while darkened controls and windows recede into the background. For more information, see Dark Mode. Desktop: The default desktop background adjusts to match the time of day in your time zone.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM App Store: A redesigned sidebar in the App Store makes it easier for you to browse, search, and filter apps. Read in-depth stories and explore curated collections on the Discover tab. For more information, see App Store. Security and Privacy: Your Mac asks for permission before granting apps access to a wide range of tools and personal data. Enhanced privacy protections in Safari make it harder for data companies to track your web browsing.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Beautiful new look. Dark Mode is a great way to give your Mac a new look that makes your content shine in apps like Photos, iTunes, Messages, and Keynote. Itʼs been integrated throughout macOS and its apps, so you can stay fully immersed in your work. Learn more. To learn more, see Use a light or dark appearance on your Mac. Screenshot utility Explore the Screenshot menu to find all the controls you need to take screenshots and screen recordings.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Mark up your screenshot. Click the thumbnail of your screenshot to use Markup tools and make annotations. You can also click Share to send your marked up screen to colleagues or friends—right from the screenshot itself. Learn more. To learn more, see Take screenshots or screen recordings on Mac. Migrate your data Itʼs easy to move your files and settings from another Mac or PC to your iMac. To transfer the data when you first set up your iMac, use Setup Assistant.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Use Migration Assistant. Open a Finder window, go to Applications > Utilities, then double-click Migration Assistant. Follow the onscreen instructions. For more information, see the Apple Support article How to move your content to a new Mac. Tip: For fastest migration, connect your old computer to your iMac with a cable, such as a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) cable.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Save space on your iMac With Optimize Storage, you can automatically free up space on your iMac by making files available on demand. Your files will be stored in iCloud Drive, iCloud Photos (formerly called iCloud Photo Library), iCloud, and iTunes, as well as on your email IMAP or Exchange server, so you can download them at any time. In addition, there are tools to identify and delete big files. Optimize storage.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Messages: Store all messages and attachments in iCloud. When storage space is needed, iCloud keeps recent attachments on your Mac and makes your oldest files available on demand. Even though your files are stored in the cloud, you can access them right where you left them on your iMac. For more information, see Access your content anywhere with iCloud.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Tip: You can use a shared Mac thatʼs on the same network as your iMac as a backup destination. On the other Mac, go to System Preferences > Sharing, then turn on File Sharing. Add a shared folder, secondary click (that is, right-click) the folder, choose Advanced Options, then click “Share as Time Machine backup destination.” Set up Time Machine. Make sure your iMac is on the same Wi-Fi network as your external storage device, or connect your storage device to your iMac.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Use iMac with other devices Use your iMac with iCloud and Continuity features There are many ways to use your iMac with your other devices, such as iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple Watch. You can transfer files, share and edit documents, unlock your iMac with your Apple Watch, turn your iPhone or iPad into an Internet hotspot, answer calls or send texts from your iMac, and more. Access your content across devices.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Access your content anywhere with iCloud iCloud is the easiest way to make sure all your important content is everywhere you are. iCloud stores your documents, photos, music, apps, contacts, and calendars, so you can access them anytime youʼre connected to the web. You can use your Apple ID to set up a free iCloud account, which comes with 5 GB of free storage space.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Share purchases and storage with Family Sharing. Up to six members of your family can share their purchases from the iTunes Store, App Store, and Apple Books and share the same storage plan—even if they each use their own iCloud account. Pay for family purchases with one credit card, and approve kidsʼ spending right from your iMac or iOS device. Also share photos, a family calendar, reminders, and locations.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Learn more. To learn more about iCloud, see What is iCloud? in the macOS User Guide. Handoff With Handoff, you can continue on one device where you left off on another. Work on a presentation on your iMac, then continue on your iPad. Or start an email message on your iPhone, then finish it on your iMac. View a message on your Apple Watch, and respond to it on your iMac. You donʼt have to worry about transferring files.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Note: To use Universal Clipboard, you need an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Lightning connector and iOS 10 (or later) installed. Use across apps. You can copy and paste images, text, photos, and video between any apps that support copy and paste on your Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Copy and paste files. You can quickly move files from one Mac to another using Universal Clipboard.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM The photo or scan appears where you want it in your document. Learn more. To learn more, see Insert photos and scans with Continuity Camera on Mac.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM AirDrop AirDrop makes it easy to share files with nearby Mac computers and iOS devices. The devices donʼt need to share the same Apple ID. Note: AirDrop for iOS requires devices that have the Lightning connector and iOS 7 or later. Not all older Macs support AirDrop (for a list of supported Macs, see the Apple Support article Use AirDrop to send content from your Mac). Send a file from the Finder.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Tip: If you donʼt see the recipient in the AirDrop window, check that the recipient can be discovered by you and make sure both devices have AirDrop and Bluetooth turned on and are within 30 feet (9 meters) of each other. Learn more. To learn more about AirDrop, see Use AirDrop on your Mac to send files to devices near you in the macOS User Guide. Phone calls and text messages You can take calls—and make them—right from your iMac.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Learn more. To learn more about phone calls and text messages, see Make and receive phone calls in FaceTime on Mac in the FaceTime User Guide and Set up iPhone to get SMS texts on Mac in the Messages User Guide. Instant Hotspot Lost your Wi-Fi connection? Use the Personal Hotspot on your iPhone or iPad to connect your iMac to the Internet. Note: Personal Hotspot requires an iPhone or a cellular model iPad, with iOS 8 or later. Connect to your deviceʼs Personal Hotspot.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Unlock your iMac with Apple Watch Use your authenticated Apple Watch to automatically unlock your iMac when youʼre within about three meters of your computer. Just wake your Mac and start using it—no need to enter a password. Auto Unlock uses strong encryption to provide secure communication between your Apple Watch and iMac. Note: Auto Unlock is a feature for Macs (mid-2013 or later) running macOS Sierra or later, and Apple Watch running watchOS 3 or later.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Skip the sign-in. Walk up to your sleeping iMac wearing your authenticated Apple Watch on your wrist, and press a key to wake your Mac. Apple Watch unlocks your Mac so you can get right to work. Learn more. To learn more about how to unlock your Mac with Apple Watch, see Unlock your Mac with Apple Watch in the macOS User Guide. Apple Pay You can make easy, secure, and private purchases on websites using Apple Pay on your iMac.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM For more information about using Apple Pay, see the Apple Support article Using Apple Pay in stores, within apps, and on the web. AirPlay Show whateverʼs on your iMac on the big screen using AirPlay Mirroring. To mirror the iMac screen on your TV screen or to use the HDTV as a second display, connect your HDTV to Apple TV and make sure the Apple TV is on the same Wi-Fi network as your iMac.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM AirPrint You can use AirPrint to print wirelessly to: An AirPrint-enabled printer on your Wi-Fi network A network printer or printer shared by another Mac on your Wi-Fi network A printer connected to the USB port of an AirPort base station Print to an AirPrint printer. When you print from an app, click the Printers pop-up menu in the Print dialog, choose Nearby Printers, then choose an AirPrint printer.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Apps Included apps Your iMac comes with a collection of great apps for things you do every day, like surfing the web, sending mail and messages, and arranging your calendar. It also comes with apps like Photos, iMovie, GarageBand, Pages, Numbers, and Keynote—so you can be creative and productive right from the start. The apps that come with your iMac are described in the following sections. Note: Some macOS apps are not available in every region or language.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM App Store Search the App Store to find and download apps, and get the latest updates for your apps. Find the perfect app. Know exactly what youʼre looking for? Type the name in the search field, then press Return. Ask Siri. Say something like: “Find apps for kids.” All you need is an Apple ID. To download apps, just sign in with your Apple ID—choose Store > Sign In, or click Sign In on the left side of the window.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Apple Books Use Apple Books to read and organize your library of books, and to purchase new books on your Mac. Note: Apple Books is not available in all countries or regions. A bookshelf right on your Mac. Browse or search all the items in your library—or click Book Store to find new books and other publications. To buy an item, just sign in with your Apple ID (choose Store > Sign in.) Ask Siri. Say something like: “Find books by Jane Austen.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Learn more. To learn more about Apple Books, see the Books User Guide. Calendar Never miss an appointment with Calendar. Keep track of your busy schedule by creating multiple calendars, and manage them all in one place. Create events. Click to add a new event, or double-click anywhere in a day. To invite someone, double-click the event, click the Add Invitees section, then type an email address. Calendar lets you know when your invitees reply. Ask Siri.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM See all your calendars—or just a few. Click the Calendars button to see a list of all your calendars; click the ones you want to see in the window. A calendar for every part of your life. Create separate calendars—for example, for home, work, and school—each with its own color. Choose File > New Calendar to create a calendar, then secondary click (that is, right-click) the calendars to choose a new color. Share across your devices and with others.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Leave a message. If your FaceTime video call is declined or not answered, click Message to send a text message. Make a phone call. If you have an iPhone with iOS 8 or later, make phone calls right from your Mac using FaceTime. Just make sure your Mac and iPhone are signed in to the same iCloud account and have the feature turned on. (On your Mac, open FaceTime, choose FaceTime > Preferences, then select “Calls from iPhone.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Bring in the beat. You can quickly add drums to your project using Drummer Loops. Click the Loop Browser , then drag a Drummer Loop into an empty part of the Tracks area. You can customize Drummer Loops to fit your song, using a simple set of controls. Record your voice. Choose Track > New Track, then select the microphone under Audio. Click the triangle next to Details to set options for input, output, and monitoring, then click Create.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Home With the Home app, you can easily and securely control all of your HomeKit accessories from your Mac. Accessory control. Accessories show up in the Home app as tiles with icons. Click an accessory tile to control it—turn lights on/off, lock/unlock the door, view live cameras, and more. You can also adjust the brightness of a light, or the target temperature of a thermostat. Shared Access.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Record video with the built-in camera. Use the FaceTime camera on your Mac to record video and add it to your project. Select an event in the sidebar, click Import in the toolbar, select FaceTime HD Camera, then click the Record button to start and stop recording. Create Hollywood-style trailers. Make clever trailers, complete with animated graphics and soaring soundtracks. Just add photos and video clips and customize the credits.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM iTunes iTunes makes it easy to organize and enjoy the music, podcasts, movies, and TV shows you have—and shop for the ones you want. iTunes includes Apple Music (which lets you listen to millions of songs on demand), Beats 1 live radio, and Connect, a fun way for fans and artists to interact. Itʼs in your library. Your iTunes library contains your music, podcasts, movies, and TV shows.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Tip: To play music or radio from a speaker using AirPlay, click the AirPlay icon in the menu bar and select an available speaker. Learn more. To learn more about iTunes, see iTunes Support. Keynote Create professional, cutting-edge presentations with Keynote. Start with one of the more than 30 predesigned themes and make it your own by adding text, new objects, and updating the color scheme. Organize visually.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Share your presentation. If your manager wants to review your presentation or you want to share it with others on a conference call, choose Share > Send a Copy to send a copy by Mail, Messages, AirDrop, or even social media. Follow the bouncing ball. Get their attention by animating an object on a slide. Select the object, click Animate in the toolbar, click Action in the sidebar, then click Add an Effect. Tip: You can include a video in your presentation.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Add events and contacts right from Mail. When you receive a message that includes a new email address or event, just click Add to add it to Contacts or Calendar. Personalize any message. Add emoji or photos with just a click. Select photos from your photo library or take them on iPhone or iPad. For more about inserting photos from other devices, see Continuity Camera. View in full screen.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Never miss an email. Check the Mail icon in the Dock to see a count of unread emails. When you get a new email, a notification also appears at the top-right of the screen so you can quickly preview incoming messages. (Donʼt want notifications? You can turn them off: Click the System Preferences icon in the Dock, then click Notifications.) Tip: To quickly delete a message in your inbox, swipe left on the message with one finger on your Magic Mouse 2, then click Delete.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Let iPhone show you the way. Click Directions to find the best route to your destination, then click the Share button to send the directions to your iPhone for turn-by-turn voice navigation. Get there on public transit. Maps provides public transit information for select cities. Click Transit, then click a destination to get suggested travel routes and estimated travel time. More than just maps.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Messages Itʼs easy to stay in touch with Messages. Connect with one or more people through text, audio, or video. And if you want to share files, you can do that too. Sign in and send. Sign in with your Apple ID to exchange unlimited iMessage texts— including text, photos, Live Photos, video, and more—with anyone with a Mac, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple Watch.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Share your screen. You can share your screen with a friend—and vice versa—and even open folders, create documents, and copy files by dragging them to the desktop on the shared screen. Click Details, then click the Screen Share button . Learn more. To learn more about Messages, see the Messages User Guide. News News is your one-stop destination for trusted news and information, curated by editors and personalized for you.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Customize your feed. View the news outlets and topics that interest you most. To create a new channel in the sidebar, enter a news outlet or topic in the search field, then click to follow it. Navigate easily with the sidebar. Use the sidebar to quickly click between channels. To adjust the order of the sidebar contents, click edit, then use the handle to drag and drop the channels into the order you prefer.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Add a table. Click the Table button to add a table to your note. You can even copy a table from a website or another app and paste it into your note. Put a pin in it. To keep a note at the top of the notes list, swipe right on the note in the notes list and click . Share a note. You can invite people to view and edit your notes by sharing them. Click the Add People button and select a method for sending the link. Lock a note.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Get organized with sheets. Use multiple sheets or tabs to show different views of your information. For example, use one sheet for your budget, another for a table, and a third for notes. Click to add a new sheet. Drag a tab left or right to reorder sheets. Formulas are a snap. Get built-in help for more than 250 powerful functions—just type the equal sign (=) in a cell, and you see a list of all the functions and their descriptions in the sidebar.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM All your formatting tools, in one place. Click the Format button in the toolbar to open the Format inspector. Select something in your document, and the formatting options for it appear. Flow text around graphics. When you add an image to a text document, the text flows automatically around the image. You can fine-tune how the text wraps in the Format sidebar. Start on your Mac, finish on iPad.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Photos Use Photos and iCloud Photos to organize, edit, and share your photos and videos, and keep your entire photo library up to date on all your devices. With Photos, itʼs easy to organize albums, find just the photo that youʼre looking for, and make beautiful slideshows and photo gifts. Get organized.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Find the perfect shot. Search your photos based on whatʼs in them, the date they were taken, people youʼve named in them, and their location if provided. Photos identifies objects, scenes, and people, so you donʼt have to use keywords to tag each photo. Ask Siri. Say something like: “Show me photos of Sally.” Edit like never before.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM View multiple websites in one window. Click at the far right of the tab bar or press Command-T to open a new tab, then enter an address. To keep a website handy, drag its tab left to pin it, and it stays in the tab bar. See whatʼs open on all your devices. You can see open webpages on all your devices that are signed in to the same iCloud account. Just click the Show All Tabs button at the top of the window and scroll down if necessary.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Ask Siri. Say something like: “Show me my password.” Note: Siri may not be available in all languages or in all areas, and features may vary by area. Set up preferences for your favorite sites. If you often adjust settings for certain websites, you can use Safari preferences to save those settings. You can turn on your content blocker, enable Reader mode, allow notifications, set a specific page zoom, and more—just for the websites you choose.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Note: Apple News stories and Top Stories are available in the U.S., UK, and Australia. News stories in other countries are provided by Yahoo. Customize your watchlist. Click the edit button at the bottom of the list to customize stocks, indexes, currencies, and more. While viewing your watchlist, click the green or red button below each price to cycle between price change, percentage change, and market capitalization.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Voice Memos Voice Memos makes it easier than ever to capture personal reminders, class lectures, and even interviews or song ideas. With iCloud, you can access the voice memos you record with your iPhone, right on your iMac. Record from your iMac. To record, click the red button. To stop recording, click Done. Name your recordings to keep them organized by typing in the name field. Play back your recording by clicking the play button.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Find answers macOS User Guide The macOS User Guide has a lot more information about how to use your iMac. Get help. Click the Finder icon in the Dock, then click the Help menu in the menu bar and choose macOS Help to open the macOS User Guide. Or type a question or term in the search field, then choose a topic from the results list. Explore topics. To find a topic in the macOS User Guide, you can browse or search.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Find out whatʼs new. Click the Help menu, then choose Whatʼs New in macOS to find out more about the latest features of macOS. Tip: If you canʼt remember the location of a menu item in an app, search for it in Help. Place the pointer over the result, and an arrow shows you the command. Common questions How do I get support for my iMac? Go to iMac Support. Whereʼs my serial number? Choose Apple menu  > About This Mac. The serial number is the last item in the list.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM How do I find the technical specifications? Go to iMac Tech Specs, or choose Apple menu  > About This Mac and click the buttons at the top. Ask Siri. Ask Siri for information about your Mac. Say something like: “How fast is my Mac?” “How much memory does my Mac have?” “How much free space do I have on my Mac?” “How much iCloud storage do I have left?” How do I check my disk for problems? Use Disk Utility.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Shortcut Description Command-X Cut the selected item and copy it to the Clipboard. Command-C Copy the selected item to the Clipboard. Command-V Paste the contents of the Clipboard into the current document or app. Command-Z Undo the previous command. Press Command-Shift-Z to redo. Command-A Select all items. Command-F Open a Find window, or find items in a document. Command-G Find the next occurrence of the item youʼre searching for.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM If you switched to the Mac from a PC, go to Mac tips for Windows switchers for a list of Mac keyboard shortcuts and the differences between Mac and Windows keyboards. For a more complete list of keyboard shortcuts, see the Apple Support article Mac keyboard shortcuts.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Replace memory Overview You can replace memory in the 27-inch iMac by following the instructions in this section. Important: The memory in the 21.5-inch iMac is not user-replaceable and can only be upgraded by an Apple authorized service provider. The 21.5-inch iMac can have a maximum of 32 GB (gigabytes) of memory installed. Do not attempt to open your 21.5inch iMac to replace or upgrade its memory.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM w. Disconnect all cables and the power cord from your iMac. x. Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on your work surface. Hold the sides of your iMac and lay it down so that the screen rests on the surface and the bottom faces you. y. Open the memory compartment door by pressing the small gray button located just above the AC power port. The memory compartment door opens as the button is pushed in. z. Remove the memory compartment door and set it aside.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM |. Pull the levers toward you to give you access to the memory module slots. }. Remove a memory module—handle it carefully by its edges and pull it straight up and out. ~. With the notch on the bottom and toward the right side, replace or install a memory module by inserting it into the slot. Press firmly and evenly until you feel a slight click. v.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM vv. Replace the memory compartment door, then press it firmly. vw. Hold your iMac by its sides and return it to a standing position. Reconnect the cables and power cord. vx. Press the power button on the back of your iMac to turn it on. Note: Your iMac performs a memory initialization procedure when you first turn it on after upgrading memory or rearranging DIMMs. This process can take 30 seconds or more, and the display of your iMac remains dark until itʼs finished.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM installed correctly. If you still have problems, remove the memory and consult the support information that came with the memory or contact the vendor who provided the memory. More resources, service, and support You can find more information about your iMac in System Report, Apple Diagnostics, and through online resources. System Report. To get information about your iMac, use System Report.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM A complete list of support telephone numbers is available on the web at Contact Apple for support and service. Telephone numbers are subject to change, and local and national telephone rates may apply. Your 90 days of complimentary telephone support begins on the date of purchase.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Safety, handling, and regulatory information Important safety information WARNING: Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injuries, or damage to your iMac or other property. Read all safety information below before using your iMac. Handling. Set up your iMac on a hard, stable work surface that allows for adequate air circulation under and around the computer. Never push objects into the ventilation openings.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Voltage: 100 to 240 V AC Current: 3 A, maximum Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz Power specifications (27-inch model): Voltage: 100 to 240 V AC Current: 4 A, maximum Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz WARNING: Your AC cord has a three-wire grounding plug (a plug that has a grounding pin). This plug fits only a grounded AC outlet.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM performing activities that require your full attention. Always comply with posted signs and the applicable laws and regulations in the areas where you are using navigation, and always use common sense. Medical device interference. iMac contains components and radios that emit electromagnetic fields. These electromagnetic fields may interfere with medical devices, such as pacemakers and defibrillators.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Do not operate your iMac in areas with significant amounts of airborne dust, or smoke from cigarettes, cigars, ashtrays, stoves, or fireplaces, or near an ultrasonic humidifier using unfiltered tap water.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Change hand positions often to avoid fatigue. Some computer users might develop discomfort in their hands, wrists, or arms after intensive work without breaks. If you begin to develop chronic pain or discomfort in your hands, wrists, or arms, consult a qualified health specialist. Mouse or optional trackpad. Position the mouse or trackpad at the same height as the keyboard and within a comfortable reach. Chair.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM FCC regulatory compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Exposure to radio frequency energy The radiated output power of this device meets the limits of FCC/IC radio frequency exposure limits. This device should be operated with a minimum separation distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between the equipment and a personʼs body. Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only): Apple Inc. One Apple Park Way, MS 911-AHW Cupertino, CA 95014 USA www.apple.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Lʼexposition à lʼénergie radiofréquence La puissance de sortie rayonné de cet appareil est conforme aux limites de la FCC/IC limites dʼexposition aux fréquences radio. Cet appareil doit être utilisé avec une distance minimale de séparation de 20 cm entre lʼappareil et le corps dʼune personne. EU compliance statement Apple Inc. hereby declares that this wireless device is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement As an ENERGY STAR partner, Apple has determined that standard configurations of this product meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. The ENERGY STAR program is a partnership with electronic equipment manufacturers to promote energyefficient products. Reducing energy consumption of products saves money and helps conserve valuable resources.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Información sobre eliminación de residuos y reciclaje El símbolo de arriba indica que este producto y/o su batería no debe desecharse con los residuos domésticos. Cuando decida desechar este producto y/o su batería, hágalo de conformidad con las leyes y directrices ambientales locales.
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iMac Essentials 11/28/18, 3(20 PM Apple One Apple Park Way Cupertino, CA 95014 USA www.apple.com IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Apple Inc. is under license. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered trademarks owned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.