Tag: os x
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Trigger actions on OS X using NFC on Android
Having recently started using a treadmill desk, I wanted to automate actions on OS X as I switched from the regular desk to the treadmill. For example, turn on Bluetooth, switch the audio output device, etc. Sure, I can do that by creating an Automator script I’d run somehow, but I was curious to see if I could make it…
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Laptop and Multiple Displays: Window Management on OS X
This is a followup to a previous post about window management tools for OS X. I’ve recently started using a 2nd external monitor connected to my laptop (using Plugable’s DisplayLink Adapter). Since I was switching from laptop only to laptop + 2 external displays at least once a day, I needed to figure out a…
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Great window management tools for OS X
It took me some time to find these great apps, so I figured a mention might help others: Shift It enables easy moving and resizing of windows using the keyboard (expands the concept of Aero Snap) Afloat will let you keep windows on top, adjust window transparency and much more. In case you’re wondering, they’re…