Mac basics

Fixes for the things you do every time you use your Mac, such as the trackpad and macOS updates.

2 articles · Last updated October 14, 2026

October 14, 2026 How to Update to macOS 27 — Four Things to Check First and How Long It Took Update to macOS 27 from Upgrade Now in Software Update. First check four things: your Mac, apps, storage, and backup.
October 5, 2026 How to Use Your Mac Trackpad — Basic Two-Finger Gestures Two fingers on a Mac trackpad scroll, right-click, zoom and go back. Fix the scroll direction, and try Smart zoom.

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