Finder Settings Enhancements

Learn the little-known settings enhancements that will instantly and automatically improve your Ninja speed and productivity workflow. NOTE: There is an extra tip in the 2nd video.

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Lesson Content & Links:

  • Set Default Folder to Desktop
  • Set Spring Loaded Folders
  • Turn on Status Bar
  • Increase font size (⌘+J view options)
  • Different views - Why column view is best
  • (2nd Video Tip) - Adjust the default folder for "When performing a search" See picture below...
Here's a picture of the setting.

Here's a picture of the setting.

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5 Comments

  • Jennifer McLane

    December 31, 2013

    When I do the Command-Tab it brings up the window and I can highlight the different programs but does not let me which in between. Is it me?

    • Tharyn

      December 31, 2013

      Hi Jennifer. So you push ⌘Tab. Then all the open apps appear on your screen in a row. Now, to move through them, you keep your thumb holding down the ⌘ key, and then you press Tab again. Each time you press, you will move to the right. Then, when you’re on the app you want to switch to, you let go of ⌘. Does that make sense? Is it working for you? Just let me know. 🙂
      -Tharyn

  • Vicki

    December 31, 2013

    This video is delaying too much. Can’t really watch it.

    • Tharyn

      December 31, 2013

      My apologies Vicki. These video files are very large on my server and I am seeking a solution as we speak. Try to let it load for a while before playing. Thanks for your patience and joining the Dojo. I will be fixing this bug over the next day days. 🙂
      -Tharyn

  • Vicki

    December 31, 2013

    Got it tow work.

    Thanks