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Tools for organization, productivity and creativity await Published Apr 30, 2024 • 4 minute read This article was created by StackCommerce. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through our links on this page. With Apple's upcoming 'Let Loose' event, many are speculating about a new iPad or Apple Pencil release, but Mac users are still waiting on some arguably much-needed software upgrades. However, the bigger issue at hand may be whether or not Apple will ever part with classics like Finder for more user-friendly alternatives. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. or Article content Article content If you want to seek out your own solutions, this Big Mac Utility Bundle with 16 macOS apps is one way to go. Here are some of the included apps: Finder has been part of the Macintosh operating system since its debut in 1984, but that doesn't make it the greatest organizational system for your needs. Even if you wanted to sit down and organize your files manually, trying to understand how the app works is confusing. If you want a method that sorts your files by type and not location, try Tidier. Article content As you're likely aware, Macs don't come with a default file converter. That means when you need to convert videos, audio, or documents, you're either on some sketchy website or being asked to pay a fee somewhere else. Well, that no longer has to be the case with ToAnything. In a similar vein, photographers and graphic designers may want this tool for professional-quality conversions and batch-processing capabilities. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Article content Advertisement 3 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Instead of bookmarking your go-to pages on a web browser, you could add them directly to your Mac's dock. This way, you won't even have to open Google Chrome or Firefox to get to access your projects, assignments or favourite websites. 'Copy and paste' is one of the smallest yet most powerful, time-saving tools we have, yet it's usually limited to one instance — once you copy a second item, the first is gone forever. Ironically, sometimes, this does just the opposite of saving us time. AllClips would allow you to manage your clipboard and recover any lost clippings. One of the most confusing things about macOS is not knowing when an app is collapsed, closed, or somewhere in between. When you need to clear up system resources or shut down your Mac, the last thing you want to do is play the guessing game. With AppKiller, you only have to click once to shut down all apps. Whether your Mac is a work device or you're showing something to others, there are times when you don't want all of your files on display. Or, they just might be cluttering your desktop space. With just a simple toggle on your status menu, instantly hide and unhide them with this tool. Advertisement 4 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content When so much of your day is spent reading — text messages, emails, news articles, web pages and more — it might be nice to have a tool that can turn those words into audio for easier consumption and less screen fatigue. SpeakMe can do it with just a click. In today's age, it might seem like WiFi connectivity is nearly everywhere, but it's not always easy to spot or connect to networks when you're out and about or travelling. Your Mac settings also aren't always a huge help when it comes to identifying networks or troubleshooting problems. This app can help you scan, monitor and resolve issues. The current default Mac apps are lacking when it comes to creative expression, especially on the automated front. If you're into digital art or graphic design, this tool can generate a full-colour palette from just one colour and help you organize palettes for future projects. Again, with the creative theme, those who build apps may be interested in another automation tool to save them time on the design front. This tool generates app icons for multiple platforms with options for customization. Advertisement 5 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Even just the apps that have been listed would be sufficient for helping any Mac user maximize their Mac or MacBook. Fortunately, you'll get these apps and five additional tools for life to ensure your productivity needs are met, and all apps will receive minor updates as they're released. Invest in comprehensive utility apps for your Mac when you get The Big Mac Utility Bundle for just $54.99. What: Sale on 16 macOS applications Prices subject to change. Recommended from Editorial Maximize your dev budget with Microsoft Visual Studio Professional Screening stocks is a proven strategy for smarter investments Article contentSign In or Create an Account
Tidier: User-friendly file manager
ToAnything: Batch media conversion
PhotoFoundry: Photo conversion and batch-processing
Web2Mac: Turn websites into docked apps
AllClips: Expand your Mac's clipboard
AppKiller: Close all open apps with one click
FileUnhider: Manage file privacy
SpeakMe: Text-to-speech conversion
WiFi Radar Pro: Troubleshoot wireless networks
Colori: Generate colour palettes
Iconize: Generate app icons
When: For a limited time
Price: $54.99
Where to buy: The Big Mac Utility Bundle