If you’ve heard the phrase, “Once you go Mac, you never go back,” you know it holds true. Macs offer amazing features, apps, and top-notch programs supplied by Apple. However, there are loads more apps that can change the way you use your Mac each day.Whether you just bought your first Mac or you’re a dedicated Apple customer, here are the best Mac apps for 2020 that you just can’t live without. InterfaceThink of Alfred as Spotlight with a dash of Siri. It’s an application launcher, but it can do a lot more than just that.

No webcam recording for under Mac OS X 10.6. Support only GIF format for images. Can’t upload finished videos to popular sites from within the interface. TechSmith’s Camtasia is a familiar name in the field of screen recording software which is available for Mac.

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With Alfred, you can quickly perform calculations, execute web searches, and find word definitions, among many other functions.It fills the gap between Siri and your Spotlight search by allowing you to automate tasks and perform advanced functions that, frankly, Siri should be able to handle without voice input. Version 4 improves the workflow creator, introduces rich text snippets, and more.Always a favorite, Amphetamine keeps your computer from going into sleep mode, starting the screensaver, or performing the auto-dim function. It’s ideal for watching streams, videos, or any other activity in which you don’t touch the keyboard or mouse for an extended period.Note that Amphetamine no longer works with older versions of MacOS before Yosemite.Bartender 3 is an app made for when you’re utilizing too many apps. Put simply, it lets you choose which apps appear in the menu bar and rearrange their position to your liking. It’s a subtle tool that’s specifically designed with organization in mind, and as such, it lets you better systematize various aspects of your interface.You can also search for specific items, or move them into the optional Bartender Bar if you’re in dire need of additional space. The latest version added support for MacOS Catalina, an interface that leverages the new operating system, and the ability to navigate via your keyboard. You can choose a 4-week free trial before purchasing.Once installed, Dropzone 3 feels like an integral part of MacOS.

This bare-bones app functions as a shortcut tool, meaning you can use it to quickly copy and move files, launch apps, and share content through popular services such as Facebook and Flickr.You can also upload files via FTP and Amazon S3, or shorten URLs using the newly-added Goo.gl shortener. It’s all housed within a tiny icon that sits in the menu bar.Chrome’s rich feature set, extensive ecosystem and blazing speed make it a great browser for your Mac.

Chrome is for Mac, one that also features the ability to automatically sync all your information — bookmarks, open tabs, recent searches, etc. — across multiple computers and mobile devices. That, combined with its robust customization and instant search capabilities, makes it worthwhile.As popular as Chrome is, however, it’s one of the weakest for user privacy protections, so consider that before installing.It’s not always easy to view multiple windows side by side, but Magnet gives you tons of options.

The app is made for the multitasker inside all of us, and thus presents a quick way to arrange your desktop. With Magnet, you can drag and snap windows to the edges and corners of your screen, which will then lock into place. It’s a terrific tool, complete with predefined keyboard shortcuts if you want to copy content from one app to another.Unclutter is a basic piece of software that suits its name. The app is accessible with a quick swipe from the top of your screen, and, better yet, functions as a convenient place for storing quick notes, recent files, and clipboard information.Recent updates also allow for a light or dark theme (although MacOS Catalina now has a native dark mode), and include an option for dragging cards on top of other desktop windows.

Files and notes even automatically sync across your devices via Dropbox, a suitable addition that adds to the app’s lasting appeal.ProductivityTired of shelling out money each month for Adobe Photoshop but want an app that’s just as good? Affinity Photo from Serif could be just what you need. It’s a photo-editing app that’s won numerous awards from Apple (including app of the year), so you know it’s something special.Unlike Photoshop, you just pay a one-off fee of $50 and it’s yours for life. But this isn’t some cheap, hobbled software — it’s a deep, full-featured app that can stand toe-to-toe with Adobe’s image-editing behemoth. It has sister apps for graphic design and desktop publishing too, both of which are superb alternatives to Adobe’s wares.Journals are an age-old tradition — just ask Benjamin Franklin.

That said, the aptly titled Day One serves as a digital companion for those looking to capture life’s little moments. Aside from text, the app also incorporates photos, reminders, and tags, the latter of which help tremendously with staying organized. The best part? Password protection keeps potential prying eyes at bay.Day One is free to use, but for unlimited journals and photos — not to mention all future updates — you’ll want to consider the premium subscription ($35 a year).Evernote is the undisputed king of, and for good reason. It’s simple, organized intuitively, and syncs with just about any web-based service you can imagine. And since it’s one of the most popular apps in existence, there’s a veritable boatload of browser extensions and add-ons available for it as well.Evernote offers a free version that provides a slew of basic functionality, up to 60MB of uploads a month, and syncing for two machines, but if you’re a heavy user, you’ll want to opt for the premium version ($7.99 per month).Fantastical 2 is the only calendar app you’ll ever need, so long as you’re willing to shell out for it.

The price grants you access to a powerful set of tools, however, as well as a full-screen calendar window that’s as beautiful as it is practical.The true hallmark of Fantastical 2 is in the way you create reminders; just type in that you have “Dinner with Alexa on Thursday at 7:30 p.m.” and watch the app schedule it with a reminder.Here’s another image editor, but this one is free. It has everything you need to replace Adobe’s monthly Photoshop subscription: Layer control, shadow effects, vector-based paths, filters, exposure, and so much more. It even offers similar auto functions to enhance colors, equalize, and correct white balance on the fly. It’s simply one of the best Photoshop alternatives to date.GIMP is an open-source project, initially developed by two Berkeley students, that. It works alongside other open-source Adobe alternatives to create an open-source suite: (InDesign) and (Illustrator).Apple redesigned its Reminders app in MacOS Catalina., and while it’s a definite improvement over its lackluster predecessor, it still feels only halfway there. Instead, Apple should take some pointers from GoodTask — it’s the best reminders app out there, bar none.If you just need to quickly create entries, GoodTask gets out of your way and lets you do that.

But it comes alive when you start to use its power features. You can make smart lists based on specified criteria, add new reminders using text snippets that GoodTask intuitively understands, and everything from the calendar view to almost every function can be tweaked to your liking.Hazel is an organization app with a great twist: You create your own rules for how the app recognizes, sorts, and moves all your files or downloads. This allows for incredibly flexible file management, whether you want to sort out a particular type of file, apply names and tags automatically, or apply other strict rule sets to every file, folder, and download on your computer.It’s an excellent work app, great for home finances, and generally usable in all kinds of scenarios.

However, it may take some time to set up all the rules you want for file management, so Hazel’s more friendly for hands-on organizers. It costs $32, though you can get a family five-pack for $49.Having to is a fact of life, and PDF Expert makes that task a little easier.

Not only does the minimalist software allow you to fill out forms and merge PDFs, but it also grants you a host of tools for editing, annotating, and signing files on the fly. Moreover, it’s compatible with Apple’s Continuity and Handoff features, so you can swap devices while in the middle of a document without fear of losing your work.Mac users have access to a vast selection of excellent photo-editing apps, but even against its many competitors, Pixelmator stands out as one of the best.

It boasts a massive list of powerful features and is currently one of the fastest apps in the entire photo-editing space.As the name might imply, Pocket is a tool that lets you “pocket” articles, videos, and web pages for later viewing. It essentially consolidates all the content in a simple, easy-to-use interface that’s also accessible offline.The app is perfect for sharing your favorite stuff among friends or for stowing interesting articles you may encounter on your evening commute, which you can then pull up on the big screen with their accompanying text, pictures, and links when you get home. Pocket is free to use, but if you want enhanced search capabilities and an ad-free experience, then you’ll want to take advantage of the premium subscription ($5 per month or $45 per year).Google Reader may be dead and gone, but a proper RSS reader is still a must. Thankfully, Reeder 3 is one of the best around.

The desktop application sports a gorgeous finish that perfectly compliments MacOS’s semi-transparent panes, along with shared extensions, a private browsing mode, and support for most RSS services (Feedly, Feedbin, Fever, etc.). Themes, gesture controls, and a host of customization options also come as standard.Apple’s Mail app is fine, but we wouldn’t go much beyond that.

Spark is great, however, and shows what’s possible in an email app. Its stated aim is to let you “Take control of your inbox”, and it achieves this in several clever and thoughtful ways.Important emails from people you know are automatically floated to the top, ensuring they don’t get bogged down in a sea of newsletters and spam. You’ll only get notified about mail from your contacts, helping you cut out distractions, while its excellent collaborative tools are great for teamwork.

Best of all, it’s free.Things 3 is a brilliant MacOS to-do list and task management app. Thanks to a full redesign, Things is more useful than ever, connecting to your tasks and Calendar in a seamless interface.

You can add descriptions, checklists, upcoming tasks, evening-only tasks, automated reminders, and a lot of other unique task features. If you want to invest in a high-end task management app for Mac, Things is worth the price. However, there is a free trial available if you don’t want to pay right away.Don’t let Microsoft’s recent acquisition of Wunderlist fool you — it’s still a phenomenal tool for MacOS, even without the premium feature set. The sleek app helps with creating to-do lists, each of which comes with customized due dates, reminders, and everything else you need to stay on schedule.The software also allows for collaborative lists, syncs your content across devices, and features the ability to save web pages and other content for later viewing (much like Pocket).Entertainment and socialYes, DVD ripping is still a thing in the age of digital distribution. That said, HandBrake shines when it comes to converting media files and encoding videos, especially when you factor in how quick and effortless the open-source software makes the process.The well-known app also comes with a plethora of video-editing tools designed for splicing, adjusting framerate, and adding subtitles, among a laundry list of other useful actions that come second to its optimization presets.Honestly, who still shops in brick-and-mortar stores anymore?

Parcel is aimed at the online shopping aficionado, rendering it ideal for anyone who’s constantly expecting a package at their doorstep.The tracking app works with more than 250 services — including mainstays such as UPS, USPS, and FedEx — allowing you to see where your packages are at a glance with little more than a tracking number. Push notifications and Spotlight integration are just an added plus.Slack is an all-purpose messaging client that has recently taken office productivity and discussion to an entirely new level.The service’s attractive desktop app features all the tools available in the browser-based version of Slack — i.e., private channels, Giphy integration, and themes — along with better control over notifications and increased support for multiple teams.Apple Music isn’t for everyone.

Fortunately, Spotify’s official desktop app represents the perfect alternative for those looking to branch out beyond the Apple ecosystem. It gives you access to the entire Spotify catalog much like its mobile counterpart, letting you search and listen to nearly any track, artist, or album free of charge.You can also use it to build custom playlists or capitalize on personal recommendations that span jazz, hip hop, rock, and everything in between.Solid BitTorrent clients are few and far between, but Transmission ranks among the best. The lightweight app excels when it comes to download speed, and blends seamlessly with MacOS. It’s not the most robust client, but it’s easily the best choice for MacOS on account of its reliability and no-nonsense approach to torrent downloads.It’s fast, lightweight, and makes life a little easier by simply getting out of your way. Transmission did have a security breach in 2016 so make sure you only download the most recent version (2.94 or above) directly from the Transmission Project.Tweetbot 3 is for the power user who’d rather skip the official Twitter app for Mac in favor of something more capable.Like the last-gen version of the software, the newest iteration presents you with multiple columns and windows, along with tools to mute users, hashtags, and specific keywords. It also supports third-party apps such as Bitly and Paper, and showcases a streamlined interface that pairs perfectly with the latest MacOS look.The VLC media player is better than Quicktime in nearly every facet that matters, most notably speed and file compatibility.The open-source software supports pretty much every media file you can muster, from AAC to Theora, while offering speedy video conversion, extensive subtitle support, and a host of video filters that let you crop, de-lace, and customize playback. The intuitive interface isn’t half bad, either.Security and storageHate trying to remember every single password for every account you have?

1Password is a fantastic password manager that secures them in a fully encrypted vault, which you then access via a master password. For teams, 1Password charges $3 per month when billed annually, while the 1Password Families plan covers five individuals for $5 per month when billed annually. There’s a plan for teams, too, costing $4 per month per user.Carbon Copy Cloner is a backup app that’s super simple to use. It’s the type of app we hope you never have to use, but when disaster strikes, you’ll be glad you’ve got it.One of its best features is the ability to create bootable backups of your startup disk. That means if your main drive fails and you can’t power on your Mac, you can boot from your backup and get on with your work. It’s a real lifesaver.You can also back up your files and data to an external hard drive or another Mac, then restore everything with a few clicks.

After your first big backup, it’ll only back up files that have been updated, saving you space.There are several, and Dropbox is one that makes syncing files quick and painless. The desktop app works much like the software’s web and mobile counterparts, giving you access to your files and folders while offering you the ability to upload photos, videos, and various documents directly from your desktop.You’ll receive 2GB of free storage just for signing up, but you can earn more by you inviting friends or connecting to Dropbox through the usual social media channels.Chances are that you know the merits of Google Drive. However, you might not be aware that you can work on your documents, spreadsheets, and presentations offline when you can’t access the internet.Google’s desktop app gives you quick access to all your files and folders much like the software’s mobile counterpart, providing you with a dedicated folder where you can sync up to 15GB worth of content — assuming you haven’t paid for extra storage. Google Drive can back up your entire drive if desired.Little Snitch 4 is a permissions blocker that lets you control all of your incoming and outgoing connections. If you’ve got an app that you don’t want connecting to the internet, the software can block it on your behalf.

You can set it to block a single instance, until you quit a particular app, or forever. It’s great for control freaks like us who prefer to know everything our Mac is doing.If you consistently shift between MacOS and Windows, moving files between the two can be a pain. That’s where OneDrive comes into play, as the service is integrated into Windows and the default cloud service for the platform. With OneDrive installed on your Mac, you can synchronize files between the two with ease, allowing you to open images, documents, and more on either device without any additional effort on your part.If you already subscribe to Microsoft 365, you get up to 6TB of OneDrive storage (or 1TB per user). That means you don’t need to pay for Apple’s iCloud if you need more than the free 5GB.The native apps in MacOS can’t do it all, especially when you’re dealing with compressed or archived files. Thankfully, the Unarchiver can handle nearly any format you can throw at it, whether you’re working with RAR files or older formats such as StuffIt, ARC, or Tar.The software also doesn’t require you to open a separate app, so you can access your files with a simple click in Finder.Editors' Recommendations.

New trends emerge daily: new social media platforms, new multimedia services, new kinds of content — and new apps. Regardless of the mobile device(s) you own, there are brand-spankin’-new apps added every day that you can download and instantly use to market to your audience on your real estate website and social channels. A fast-evolving segment of the app development industry is video recording.New tools that allow for unique filters, quick editing, and loads of other interesting features make it simple for real estate agents to record Spielberg-approved video. Below are 10 of the latest and greatest video recording apps that can transform your real estate videos into masterpieces (well, very short masterpieces anyway).The Ones You Probably Use or Have Heard About (Free)Let’s get the big players out of the way. Instagram added its video function in 2013, and it’s safe to say it’s a widely used feature among Instagrammers everywhere. In fact, there were of operation.

Use the app’s three-to-15-second length to highlight the main attributes of your listings and include them on your real estate website.What’s made video even more appealing for the app’s users is the: time-lapse videos for those who don’t have the $4,000 equipment necessary to create professional-looking lapse recordings.While it’s unclear how agents can take advantage of this tool, it’s still worth playing around with to develop ideas for your real estate marketing. Idioms and phrasal verbs pdf. (Note: You need to download the separate Hyperlapse app to use it — the regular Instagram app doesn’t support it.)($4.99)Apple’s native video editor now comes in an iPad version with great touch support.

You can drag and drop to add clips, then swipe down to split them. Once you’ve selected your clips, iMovie also offers 8 themes, each with its own set of titles, transitions, and music. For video slideshows, use the Ken Burns effect to animate your photos.

When you’re done, you can publish directly to your YouTube/Vimeo channel or Facebook page.(Free)The only free iPhone offering on this list, Splice offers just about everything iMovie does, plus some more advanced features for mixing and synchronizing multiple audio tracks. Unfortunately, Splice doesn’t offer an iPhone 5 or iPad app, and the existing app hasn’t been updated since September 2011.The Best-Reviewed Ones You Likely Don’t Know ($1.99)Now onto the lesser-known options. First up is Camera Plus, which offers several distinct features — chief of which is the AirSnap function. This allows users to connect two iOS devices: one to use as a remote control while the other device operates the app.So if you want to get a shot of you and your buyers right after you’ve closed a deal, set up your iPad on a tripod and use your iPhone to snap the pic from several feet away. You could end up with some snazzy shots to add your real estate website homepage. And that’s not all.

You can also:. Paint over your photos with a brush tool. Add vibrant or muted colors, depending on the mood. Adjust sharpness of different aspects of your images. Click the Pix’d button, which automatically beautifies photos for you(Free)Back when music videos aired on MTV, many viewers aspired to emulate the videos of their favorite musicians.

Magisto is just about as close as many of these people will come to creating high-quality music videos. The app is unique in that, when you’re done recording video and upload it to the Magisto website, its algorithms influence the final product’s development.The makers behind Magisto created Emotion Sense Technology, as they’ve branded it, which helps identify emotions of those in the video and, in turn, edits it accordingly to strike the right mood users desire — visually and audibly. While Magisto adds appropriate effects to your recording, you get to choose a song to play in your “movie.”Bottom line: This app is ideal for real estate agents who want to tell stories about their clients and their enjoyable experiences working with them to find the home of their dreams.($4.99)When you’ve award from, it’s a crystal clear indication that app is pretty good. The “Pro” in its title may give some the impression this app is difficult to master.

That’s not the case, though. A clean interface that aptly displays all of the app’s numerous functions — including 4-times zoom, audio metering, and three different shooting modes — makes recording real estate video on FiLMiC Pro a walk in the park.he second you finish your mini film, you can share it on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Vimeo. Cinegenix, the app’s creator, even has an that shows recording tips, advice for video gear to use, and use cases of its app in action.($1.99)Last and most definitely not least is Spark Camera, a fantastic video recording app from award-winning.The company’s Toy Lab, which developed the app, has even gone so far to call it “.” The app automatically edits clips together, has an easy-to-upload functionality for social media, and allows for musical soundtracks, making it an agent’s dream.Real estate branding becomes painless and even enjoyable thanks to Spark Camera. No fuss, no muss — the app makes real estate video marketing uncomplicated.($12.99)Formerly Avid Studio, Pinnacle aims to justify its high price tag with the most advanced features and tools for video editing of any iPad app. Pinnacle offers montage templates, tons of transition effects, picture-in-picture modes, and advanced options for animated titles and graphics.

With 1080p output and one-touch YouTube sharing, you’ll never have to leave the app.($0.99)A companion to Blux’s terrific photo-editing app, Blux Movie for the iPhone and Blux Movie HD for the iPad let you add fun post-production effects like filters and split screen views to your videos. Yes, you have to record with Blux to edit with it, and you can’t do any cutting; but Blux is compatible with iMovie, which means you can add your flair and do your fine tuning elsewhere.(Free, 4.5/5 stars)VidTrim is a fine option if you’re looking for the bare editing essentials.

Trim video clips directly from your smartphone or tablet, then email or upload to YouTube. The Pro version ($2.84) adds filters and effects, grab stills, and compress your clips.Published on January 23, 2019. 75shares.