Teach Yourself VISUALLY™ MacBook® Pro

Table of Contents

Part I: Discovering MacBook Pro

Tour MacBook Pro

MacBook Pro

MacBook Pro Keyboard

MacBook Pro Ports Retina Models

MacBook Pro Ports Non-Retina Models

Start Up and Log In

Explore the OS X Desktop

OS X Desktop

Finder Menu Bar and Menus

Finder Windows

Dock and Sidebar

Point and Click, Double-Click, or Secondary Click

Understand Disks, Volumes, Optical Discs, Folders, and Files

Configure the Keyboard

Configure the Trackpad

Sleep, Log Out, Restart, or Shut Down

Understand Finder, Application, and Document Windows

View Finder Windows in Icon View

View Finder Windows in List View

View Finder Windows in Column View

View Finder Windows in Cover Flow View

Configure the Sidebar

Use the Action Pop-up Menu and Quick Look

Configure the Finder Window Toolbar

Understand Desktop Management Tools

Use and Configure the Dock

Manage the Desktop with Mission Control

Configure and Use Mission Control and Desktops

Manage Open Windows with Mission Control

Use and Configure the Dashboard

Work with Notifications and the Notification Center

Move to Locations on the Desktop

Rename Files and Folders

Compress Files and Folders

Find Files, Folders, and Other Information

Create Smart Folders

Get Information About Files and Folders

Store Files and Folders on CDs or DVDs

Understand Applications and Documents

Install Applications with the App Store Application

Install Applications from the Desktop

Launch Applications with the Launchpad

Launch Applications from the Desktop

Control Applications

Save Documents

Work with Versions of Documents

Expand an Application to Full Screen Mode

Working with Multiple Application Windows

Set Finder Preferences

Explore the System Preferences Application

Change General Preferences

Set a Desktop Picture

Choose a Screen Saver

Set and Configure the Clock

Save Energy

Configure the Display

Control Sound

Create and Configure User Accounts

Protect Users with Parental Controls

Set Login Options

Create Mail, Contacts, and Calendar Accounts

Part II: Getting Connected

Understanding Networking Concepts

Obtain an Internet Account

Set Up a Local Network

Protect MacBook Pro from Internet Attacks

Connect to the Internet with Wi-Fi

Connect to the Internet with Ethernet

Use AirDrop to Share Files

Share Files on a Local Network

Share Screens on a Local Network

Troubleshoot an Internet Connection

Expand Storage Space with an External Hard Drive

Connect and Use an External Display

Use an Apple TV to Display on an HDTV

Connect and Use a Bluetooth Mouse

Connect and Use a Bluetooth Keyboard

Connect and Use External Speakers

Connect To and Use a USB Hub

Connect To and Use Ethernet Devices

Connect to the Internet with Wi-Fi

Connect to the Internet with an AirPort Express Base Station

Connect to the Internet with a Broadband Wireless Modem

Manage Your MacBook Pro’s Power

Protect Your Data with FileVault

Protect MacBook Pro with General Security

Protect Your MacBook Pro with Its Firewall

Part III: Using the Internet

Explore iCloud

Obtain and Configure an iCloud Account

Work with Your iCloud Website

Synchronize Information Among Multiple Devices

Use iCloud Photo Stream

Use iCloud to Store Documents Online

Explore Safari

Navigate to Websites

Search the Web

Download Files

Browse the Web with Tabs

Set and Organize Bookmarks

Use and Set Top Sites

Open Several Web Pages at the Same Time

Watch Movies on the Web

Use AutoFill to Quickly Complete Web Forms

Save or Share Web Pages

Use the Reading List

Set Safari Preferences

Explore Mail

Set Up E-Mail Accounts

Read and Reply to E-Mail

Send E-Mail

Work with Files Attached to E-Mail

Attach Files to E-Mail

Organize E-Mail

Search E-Mail

Avoid Spam

Create and Use E-Mail Signatures

Create E-Mail Rules

Set Mail Preferences

Chat with FaceTime

Explore Messages

Configure Messages Accounts

Chat with Text

Chat with Audio

Chat with Video

Add Effects and Backgrounds to Video Chats

Present Documents with Theater

Share Desktops with Others

Communicate with Twitter

Part IV: Going Further with MacBook Pro

Understanding Printers

Install and Configure a USB Printer

Install and Configure a Network Printer

Print to Paper

Print to PDF

Explore the Contacts Window

Add a Contact Manually

Work with vCards

Find Contact Information

Create an Address Group

Use Address Cards and Groups

Change or Delete Address Cards or Groups

Print Envelopes and Contact Lists

Explore Calendar

Create a Calendar

Add an Event to a Calendar

Schedule and Manage Events with Other People

Share Calendars

Working with Shared Calendars

Configure Calendar Preferences

Print Calendars

Explore Reminders

Create a Reminder

Keep App Store Software Current

Maintain and Update Applications Not from the App Store

Profile Your MacBook Pro

Monitor Your MacBook Pro Activity

Maintain or Repair the Drive on Your MacBook Pro

Back Up with Time Machine and an External Hard Drive

Back Up Wirelessly with a Time Capsule

Restore Files with Time Machine

Troubleshoot and Solve MacBook Pro Problems

Capture a Screenshot

Get Help with MacBook Pro Problems

Explore iTunes

Explore the iTunes Store

Obtain an iTunes Store Account

Understanding the iTunes Library

Browse or Search for iTunes Content

Browse the Library with Cover Flow View

Browse the Library with Grid View

Listen to Audio Content

Watch Movies and TV Shows

Add Audio CD Content to the iTunes Library

Buy Music, TV, Movies, and More from the iTunes Store

Subscribe and Listen to Podcasts

Copy iTunes Content from Other Computers onto Your MacBook Pro

Create a Genius Playlist

Create a Standard Playlist

Create a Smart Playlist

Understanding How iOS Devices Work with a MacBook Pro

Use iTunes to Move Music onto an iPhone, iPod, or iPad

Use iTunes to Manage Apps and Home Screens on an iOS Device

Use Photo Stream to Synchronize Photos on iOS Devices

Use iCloud to Synchronize Documents on iOS Devices

Teach Yourself VISUALLY™ MacBook® Pro

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About the Author

Brad Miser has written more than 50 books, with his favorite topics being anything related to Macintosh computers. In addition to Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro, Brad has written MacBook Pro Portable Genius, and iPhoto ’11 Portable Genius. He has also been a co-author, development editor, or technical editor on more than 50 other titles.

In addition to his passion for silicon-based technology, Brad enjoys steel-based technology, riding his motorcycle whenever and wherever possible. A native of California, Brad now lives in Indiana with his wife Amy; their three daughters, Jill, Emily, and Grace; a rabbit named Bun-Bun; and a sometimes-inside cat.

Brad would love to hear about your experiences with this book (the good, the bad, and the ugly). You can write to him at bradmiser@me.com.

Author’s Acknowledgments

While my name is on the cover, it takes many people to build a book like this one. Thanks to Stephanie McComb who made this project possible and allowed me to be involved. Jade Williams deserves extra credit for leading me through the details; I’m sure working with me was a challenge at times. Dennis Cohen did a great job of keeping me on my toes to make sure this book contains fewer technical gaffes than it would have without his help. Scott Tullis transformed my stumbling text into something people can read and understand. And to the rest of the many great Wiley people involved in the production and sales of this book, I say thanks!

On my personal team, I’d like to thank my wife Amy for her tolerance of the author lifestyle, which can be both odd and challenging. My delightful daughters Jill, Emily, and Grace are always a source of joy and inspiration for all that I do, for which I’m ever grateful.

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Who This Book Is For

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Steps

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Notes

Notes give additional information — special conditions that may occur during an operation, a situation that you want to avoid, or a cross-reference to a related area of the book.

Icons and Buttons

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Tips

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Bold

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Italics

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Part I: Discovering MacBook Pro

The MacBook Pro might be one of the best laptops ever. It combines outstanding capabilities with well-conceived design, creating a computer that is powerful, reliable, and distinctive. Your MacBook Pro is capable and intuitive, and its compact size makes it an ideal companion. In this part, you learn fundamentals to guide you on your journey of discovery toward MacBook Pro mastery.

Chapter 1: Exploring MacBook Pro

Chapter 2: Looking Through the OS X Finder Windows

Chapter 3: Managing the MacBook Pro Desktop Space

Chapter 4: Working on the Mac Desktop

Chapter 5: Working with Mac Applications

Chapter 6: Personalizing MacBook Pro

Tour MacBook Pro

MacBook Pros are elegantly designed and are relatively simple and easy to use. But do not let that fool you: They are also very powerful and extremely capable computers that can do just about anything you want them to. Here you can learn about the MacBook Pro’s major features from the outside, including its controls, ports, and other areas that you use to control your MacBook Pro and to connect it to other devices. The various models of MacBook Pros have slightly different features; for example, the Retina versions do not have a built-in DVD drive.

MacBook Pro

A Display

The MacBook’s display provides a sharp, bright, and colorful view into all that you do.

B Camera

Use the built-in camera to video-conference, take photos, and more.

C Keyboard

Along with the standard letter and number keys, you have function keys to control your MacBook.

D Trackpad

Enables you to manipulate objects on the screen using finger gestures. The entire trackpad is also the button that you click or double-click.

E Ports

Connect MacBook to other devices, such as hard drives, external displays, iPods, and so on.

F Sleep Indicator Light

Pulses when MacBook is asleep, glows solid when MacBook is on but its display is dimmed.

G Disc Drive

Use or burn CDs and DVDs.

MacBook Pro Keyboard

A Brightness

Press to decrease your screen’s brightness or to increase it.

B Mission Control

Press to open Mission Control so you can quickly move between working spaces.

C Launchpad

Press to open or close the Launchpad.

D Keyboard Backlight Brightness

Press to decrease the brightness of the keyboard backlighting, or press to increase it.

E Previous/Rewind

Press to move to the previous item or rewind in iTunes and other applications.

F Play/Pause

Press to play or pause iTunes and other applications.

G Next/Fast Forward

Press to move to the next item or fast-forward in iTunes and other applications.

H Volume

mutes the MacBook Pro, turns the volume down, and turns it up.

I Eject (Non-Retina Models)

Press to eject a CD, DVD, iPod, or other mounted device.

J Power Button (Retina Models)

Press to turn MacBook Pro on; press and hold to force MacBook Pro to turn off. (On non-Retina models, the Power button is located toward the display and to the right of the Eject button.)

K Alternate Function Key

Hold down while pressing a function key to perform the alternate task.

L Modifier Keys

Press to invoke keyboard shortcuts.

M Scroll Keys

Press to move around the screen.

A MacBook Pro includes the ports you need to connect to other devices, such as external displays, speakers, iPhones, iPads, iPods, disk drives, and more. The specific port you use for any task depends on the devices to which you are connecting your MacBook Pro. And some devices have options; for example, you can use USB or Thunderbolt depending on the kind of drive you are connecting.

The Retina and non-Retina models have different types and numbers of ports, but you can identify the ports on either type using the illustrations in this section.

MacBook Pro Ports Retina Models

A Power Adapter

Connect the MacBook Pro to power.

B Thunderbolt

Use these high-speed ports to connect to Thunderbolt hard drives and Apple external displays.

C USB

Connect USB devices, such as iPods, iPhones, iPads, and disk drives. The ports support USB 1.1, 2, and 3 versions.

D Analog/Digital Audio In/Out

Connect headphones or analog speakers or use a TOSLINK adapter to connect for digital audio, such as with surround-sound speakers. Connect microphones or other sound input devices to use the audio they provide.

E SDXC Card

You can insert SDXC (Secure Digital eXtended Capacity) and other types of SD cards here so you can store files.

F HDMI

Use this port to connect your MacBook Pro to displays or projectors that use the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) interface.

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