Portable Genius Series

What serious fans need to take full advantage of iPhoto Part of the incredibly popular iLife suite that comes loaded onevery Mac, iPhoto is the standard for digital photo management andediting programs. This smart and clever guide gives iPhoto usersthe inside track on the key skills, tools and shortcuts toaccomplish every task iPhoto can do, including some hidden gemsthat most users miss. It helps maximize the key features of thenewest version so Mac users can get the most from theirsystems. iPhoto is part of the iLife digital lifestyle suite that ispre-installed on every new Mac; this guide helps Mac users takefull advantage of its features Packed with facts, secrets, tips, and techniques to help youmanage and edit your digital photos more effectively Includes key information that can save you time and hassle anduncovers facts you might not discover just by using thesoftware Authoritative but down-to-earth, this small book is big onexpert advice that helps you discover and make the most of everyfeature of iPhoto.

This savvy Portable Guide shows you how to get the most from Final Cut Pro. You’ll find cool and useful tips, full-color screenshots, and pages of easy-to-access shortcuts and tools that show you which editing technique is right for you, how to use Final Cut Pro as a sound and mixing tool, and the best ways to maximize the output of your final product.

Mac OS X Portable Genius is always at the ready for you withfacts, tips, and secrets to give you the most from your favoriteOS. This genius teaches you to customize your computer andworkspace, troubleshoot and maintain Mac OS X, and just have fun.Browse and manipulate images and multimedia, listen to music andPodcasts, copy music to an iPod, add a printer, sync your Mac toother devices, and take control of Leopard to make it work for you. From the introduction: "Some of you may be rolling your eyes right now; all computers usethe file and folder concept and some sort of colorful userinterface, so there couldn’t be that much difference betweenMac OS X and its competitors, right? Wrong. I don’t just saythis because of some blind devotion to all things Apple; I’veactually used different flavors of Windows and Linux for more than13 years, right alongside my trusty Mac, so experience has been myteacher. If I have any devotion to Apple, there are plenty of goodreasons why, the subject of this book being the first. Readers ofthis book who are already Mac users understand exactly whatI’m talking about. For those of you moving from othercomputing platforms, it’s my desire that by the end of thisbook you will have a whole new perspective on computing and seewhat it means to really have fun while working with your computer.In Mac OS X Leopard Portable Genius you can learn not just thebasics, but the subtle nuances and little tips and tricks that makeusing your Mac that much easier. I’ve covered the gamut, fromprinting files, surfing the Internet and using e-mail, topartitioning your hard drive, automating repetitive tasks, andusing UNIX commands, with just a little bit of geeky humor thrownin for good measure. I hope this book will do justice to Mac OS XLeopard, which isn’t just a computer operating system;it’s an art form."

You’re one of the legions of fans who enjoy the ease and simplicity of the Mac. But some functions still elude you. How do you synch your Mac with other devices? What are the best ways to organize your life and files with your Mac? Can you get more from your Mac hardware or upgrade it? The Portable Genius is here to help. With expert advice and a Mac-savvy attitude, the Macs Portable Genius guides you through getting the most out of your Mac. From the Introduction: "Welcome to Macs Portable Genius. This book is like a mini Genius Bar all wrapped up in an easy to use, easy to access, and eminently portable format. In this book you learn how to get more out of your Mac by learning how to access all the really powerful and timesaving features that aren’t obvious at a casual glance. In this book you learn how to avoid your Mac’s more annoying character traits and, in those cases where such behavior can’t be avoided, you learn how to work around it. In this book you learn how to prevent Mac problems from occurring, and just in case your preventative measures are for naught, you learn how to fix many common problems yourself. This book is for Mac users who know the basics but want to take their Mac education to a higher level. It’s a book for people who want to be more productive, more efficient, more creative, and more self-sufficient (at least as far as their Mac goes, anyway). It’s a book for people who use a Mac every day, but would like to incorporate that Mac into more of their day-to-day activities. It’s a book for people who pooh-pooh the notion that Mac users are a cult, but if someone decided to start an actual Mac cult, they’d join anyway. It’s a book I had a blast writing, so I think it’s a book you’ll enjoy reading."

Get the clear picture of the hottest features of iPhoto '09 As Apple's software program for importing, arranging, editing,and sharing digital images, iPhoto '09 is an incredibly popular wayof organizing your life in photos. Convenient and concise, thisguide presents you with essential coverage of the key skills,tools, and shortcuts that can help you get the most out of whatiPhoto has to offer. The no-nonsense but friendly writing style provides facts, tips,and secrets to aspects of iPhoto that you may not discover soley byexperimenting with the program. You'll also discover unique andinnovative ways to save yourself time and hassle. Shares valuable advice on organizing, managing, and editingyour photos Offers straightforward, useful information on iPhoto' 09 in anaccesible manner Provides tips, tricks, and secrets to perform tasks that youmay not have discovered on your own This handy resource provides you with only the most essentialinformation so you can quickly get the most out of iPhoto.

The essential skills and technologies needed for iOS development in one handy guide! The unprecedented popularity of iOS devices, such as the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch, has led to a development boom. If you’re eager to become part of the action, then this is the book for you! Packed with must-have information on iOS development, this handy guide covers Objective-C, Xcode, Frameworks, and sound design principles and explains how to upload an app to the app store and integrate apps with the latest advances that Apple offers developers. The featured tips and tricks will get you up and running and sharpen your skills as an iOS developer. Gets savvy beginning developers started with iOS development while also keeping experienced iOS developers up to date on the latest in this field Features easy-to-follow instructions on the strong and stable iOS platform iOS Development Portable Genius covers all the essentials you need to get started with iOS development today.

Get the most from Apple's ultracool new MacBook Air Apple's newest MacBook Air is smaller, lighter, and more powerful than ever. And this convenient little book is loaded with tips and techniques for everything from getting started with your MacBook Air to maximizing power and battery life. Learn innovative ways to accomplish a task more efficiently, master the new features of the MacBook Air, and take advantage of all the remote features and accessories. Fun, hip, and portable, this guide has what every Mac fan needs to know about the MacBook Air. The new MacBook Air features flash storage, longer battery life, a full-sized keyboard with multitouch trackpad, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, and extreme portability This convenient, portable guide explains popular new features and how to make the most of them Covers all the key skills, tools, and shortcuts to make you a more efficient MacBook user Includes plenty of hip tips for configuring the multitouch trackpad, maximizing power, streamlining common tasks, and more As cool as the MacBook Air itself, this book has what you need to maximize your portable computer.

Get the most from iTunes and your iPod with these hip tips Apple’s iPod revolutionized the way we enjoy music. This no-nonsense guide is packed with advice and ideas to help you get everything that amazing piece of technology can offer. Learn the most efficient way to create playlists, manage your photos, find exactly what you want at the iTunes Store, download music and movies, and make your iPod as individual as you are with the expert advice in this little book. The iPod has dozens of features that most casual users miss; this book is the key to taking full advantage of your iPod and using iTunes more efficiently Loaded with tips and techniques that help you do more with your iPod; gets right to the point without wasting time on things you already know Features special icons to highlight innovative techniques and ways to save time and hassle Compact and full-color, iPod & iTunes Portable Genius helps you get the most from your iPod and iTunes.

Enjoy your MacBook Air to the max with this handy guide by your side! Packed with tips and techniques on everything from getting started with the MacBook Air to taking advantage of all its remote features and accessories, this fun, hip, and portable guide has just what you need to confidently get started with the MacBook Air. In this latest edition, veteran author Paul McFedries covers an assortment of new topics including the new OS X Lion, Intel's latest Sandybridge processor, Thunderbolt, and the backlit keyboard. Offers helpful tips that cover how to maximize the power of the newest MacBook Air Covers all the key skills, tools, and shortcuts to make you a more efficient MacBook Air user Features Genius icons to show you the smartest way to do things Helps save you time and avoid hassles as you get up to speed MacBook Air Portable Genius, Third Edition features savvy advice, tips, tricks, and techniques so you can get started using your MacBook Air today.

A savvy guide to Office 2011 for Mac users Mac users, you don’t have to give up one ounce of cool to use Office 2011 on your Mac. Here’s the hip guide you need to get the most out of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Get started with Office 2011, find out what features are shared between apps, and start creating stylish Word docs, lively PowerPoint presentations, awesome Excel reports, and totally organized Outlook lists and calendars. And you’ll love the portable size—just perfect for keeping this guide on hand while you work. Features facts, tips, and secrets to help you get the most of out of Office  2011 for Mac Provides the key tools and shortcuts you need to accomplish tasks, without bogging you down in too much detail Covers how to get started with Office, an overview of shared features, and how to use each application in the Office 2011 suite Helps you create smart Word docs, organize your calendar and contacts with Outlook, build compelling PowerPoint presentations, and use Excel formulas and functions to generate reports and analyze data Zero in on the Office 2011 features you use most on your Mac, with Office 2011 for Mac Portable Genius.

Your no-fluff, fast-paced guide to everything Windows 10 This handy, jargon-free guide is designed to help you quickly learn whatever you need to know about Windows 10. Perfect for novices and experienced users alike, you'll get tips, tricks, and savvy advice on how to install programs, set up user accounts, play music and other media files, download photos from your digital camera, go online, set up and secure an email account, and much, much more. Shows how to perform more than 150 Windows tasks, including working with files, digital images, and media; customizing Windows; optimizing performance; and sharing a computer with multiple users Covers installing and repairing applications, system maintenance, setting up password-protected accounts, downloading photos to your computer, and staying safe online With concise, easy-to-follow instructions, and its small, portable size, this is the ideal, on-the-go guide for Windows 10 users everywhere.

Learn the skills, tools and shortcuts you need in order to make the most of your MacBook Pro This easy-to-use, compact guide skips the fluff and gets right to the essentials so that you can maximize all the latest features of the MacBook Pro. Packed with savvy insights and tips on key tools and shortcuts, this handy book aims to help you increase your productivity and save you time and hassle. From desktop sharing and wireless networking to running Windows applications and more, this book shows you what you want to know. Includes the latest version of OS X, iCloud, FaceTime, and more Covers all the essential tools, topics, and shortcuts on things like running Windows applications, using the Intel Ivy Bridge processor, and more Features Genius icons throughout the book that provide smart and innovative ways to handle tasks and save yourself time MacBook Pro Portable Genius, 5th Edition puts you well on the way to being a pro at using your MacBook Pro!

Get the latest tips, facts, and secrets that help you make the most of Aperture 3 Aperture offers a full range of tools to help serious photographers organize and manipulate images and manage workflow. This little guide is packed with hip tips, secrets, and shortcuts that help you get even more functionality from the software. Find out more than you ever knew about vignetting, RAW fine-tuning, Quick Preview mode, Command Editor, and using the integrated iPhoto Browser. Learn new ways to streamline your workflow, get tips on publishing albums online or as customized photo books, and take advantage of many more Genius techniques. Designed for the Apple enthusiast, this handy, colorful guide is packed with ingenious and innovative tips for getting the most from Aperture 3, and the latest version 3.3  Offers advice on using the new streamlined interface, using advanced RAW image processing, and streamlining workflow with keyboard shortcuts Shows how to maximize the effectiveness of vignetting, using Quick Preview mode and Command Editor, and working with the integrated iPhoto Browser Provides helpful hints on creating web-based albums and print photo books Aperture 3 Portable Genius, 2nd Edition gives you the professional tips and tricks that help you squeeze all the functionality from this cool software.

Your genius-level guide to Excel excellence Excel Portable Genius covers the key features of Microsoft Excel in a concise, fast-paced, portable format that provides the perfect quick and easy-to-follow reference for novices and experienced users alike. Written by seasoned tech expert and trainer Lisa A. Bucki, it answers the nine key questions Excel users are most likely to face in their work and adds some hot tips and advice on this incredibly useful—but sometimes difficult-to-learn—program's lesser-known features. Build formulas to perform powerful calculations Format data to make it easy to find interpret and to highlight key results Sort and filter to organize or display specific information Chart data to pinpoint changes and identify trends Communicate results by printing and sharing Complete with a comprehensive index and extensive illustrations complementing straightforward instructions, this is the ideal guide to mastery of the world's most popular spreadsheet program.

Plenty of tips, tricks, and shortcuts help you make the most of Apple's newest OS X OS X Mavericks is Apple's newest operating system, with great new ways to enhance your digital lifestyle. This hip, straightforward guide focuses on helping you get everything you want from your Mac. You'll discover how to customize your computer and workspace, troubleshoot and maintain OS X, and have fun browsing and manipulating images and multimedia. You'll listen to music and podcasts, discover how to work with and connect peripherals, copy music to an iPod, add a printer, sync your Mac to other devices, and much more. OS X Mavericks is the newest version of the Mac operating system, and this guide fills you in on how to use all the cool new features Portable Genius guides are packed with tips and techniques to help you make the most of your Apple digital lifestyle Covers such essentials as getting started and customizing OS X, browsing and manipulating images and multimedia, listening to music and podcasts, and using Game Center, Messages, and Notifications Shows how to connect peripherals, copy music to an iPod, add a printer, sync your Mac to other devices, troubleshoot problems, and maintain OS X OS X Mavericks Portable Genius is like having an Apple genius at your side whenever you want one.

You'll fly through your work with these MacBook Air tips andtricks Packed with tips and techniques on everything from how to getstarted with the MacBook Air notebook to getting the most out ofall its latest features and accessories, this fun, hip, andportable guide has just what you need to take flight. Veteranauthor Paul McFedries covers a slew of new topics, includingimproved graphics on the new Air, setting up the latest Wi-Fi andBluetooth connectivity, using the new, iPhone-like multitracktouchpad, and more. You'll save time and hassle and discover how todo the things you need most. Offers timesaving and helpful tips to both novice andintermediate users of Apple hardware Covers all the key skills, tools, and shortcuts you need tobecome productive with your MacBook Air Helps you maximize all the power and new features of the verylatest MacBook Air Includes Genius icons to show you the smartest way to dothings Saves you time and hassle, avoids fluff, and doesn't skimp onthe essentials MacBook Air Portable Genius, 4th Edition helps you getmore out of your MacBook Air with practical tips and timesavingadvice.

Learn the Genius tips and tricks that will make your iPad even better - now updated for iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 3! iPad Portable Genius is a practical, easy to read guide to getting the most out of your iPad. Written in a clear, no-nonsense style, this full-color resource describes the tips and tricks you may not discover on your own. You'll find helpful information about the most commonly used features, along with techniques that can help you do better things faster. Genius icons throughout the text highlight smarter ways to get things done, and plenty of screenshots provide visual examples of the techniques described. With coverage of the latest iOS and the newer-generation iPad Air and iPad mini, this book is a handy reference for any iPad user. Apple's iPad is unrivaled as the industry leader. Each generation of the iPad includes even more features than before, and the app store offers a world of ways to further customize your iPad to suit your needs. iPad Portable Genius gives you the fundamental skills that not only enhance your current iPad use, but also carry over into upgrades, new apps and the underlying techniques that can help you make the most of the iOS. Learn to: Find your way around iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3, and older models of the iPad and iPad mini Connect to a network and sync your apps, photos, music, and more Organize your contacts and track your appointments Get more out of e-mail, audio, video, and Web surfing Configure your iPad, download apps, and troubleshoot when things go wrong You've got the most coveted tablet on the market—don't you want to see what it can do? If you're only using your iPad for e-mail and the Internet, you haven't even scratched the surface. iPad Portable Genius is your handy guide to full iPad functionality.

Learn how to get even more out of your iPhone 5s, 6, and 6Plus iPhone Portable Genius, 2nd Edition is packed withpractical advice and covers all the key features in clear,no-nonsense language accessible to those new to the iPhone familyor iOS 8. Even experienced iPhone users can discover new tips andtricks that help save time and eliminate hassles. This full-colorguide is designed for the visual learner, featuring plenty ofscreenshots that illustrate various techniques. Genius iconshighlight smarter, more innovative ways to do what you need to dobetter and faster. You'll find essential information about iOS,Siri, iCloud, and learn how to use your iPhone to manage, organize,and navigate your life. Each new iPhone release inspires fervor as consumers clamor toget their hands on the latest and greatest. Why the excitement?Because as seamlessly functional as the iPhone is, it just keepsgetting better. iPhone Portable Genius, 2nd Edition teachesyou the techniques that translate across generations and upgradesas well as the fundamentals of iOS. Learn to: Connect to a network, configure your settings, and work withiCloud Max out the media features, surf the Web, and check youre-mail Manage your contacts, appointments, e-books, and libraries Sync your apps, photos, music, and more A comprehensive index designed for easy navigation, clear,concise instruction, and a small, portable size make this handyguide ideal for new iPhone users. Making calls is only thebeginning, and iPhone Portable Genius, 2ndEdition shows you how much your iPhone has to offer.

The Genius is in. You don't have to be a genius to use MobileMe for your smallbusiness. But if you want to get the very most out of it, put thissavvy Portable Genius guide to work. Want to see all that MobileMecan do to help you grow your small business? Learn how to set upMobileMe accounts for your employees? Synchronize calendars andbusiness contacts to keep you connected with your colleagues andclients? Publish a company Web site with a click? You'll find cooland useful Genius tips, full-color screenshots, and pages ofeasy-to-access shortcuts and tools that will save you loads of timeso you can make your business succeed. Portable GENIUS Fun, hip, and straightforward, the new Portable Genius seriesgives forward-thinking Apple users useful information in handy,compact books that are easy to navigate and don't skimp on theessentials. Collect the whole series and make the most of yourApple digital lifestyle.

Increase your iPad IQ with this genius-level guide to the Apple iPad If you want to squeeze every last bit of incredible from your Apple iPad we've got you covered with this newly revised iPad Portable Genius. Want to learn how to connect to a network? How to configure your tablet? How to surf the web more comfortably? All while keeping your identity and accounts private and secure? With the iPad Portable Genius as your guide, you'll unlock the full potential of your iPad in no time at all. You'll learn how to: Get the most out of sending and receiving your email Have fun with your images and take crystal-clear photos every time Shoot and edit video right on your iPad Manage your busy schedule with calendars Perfect for anyone looking to save time and reveal the true power and flexibility of their iPad, the iPad Portable Genius, Fourth Edition contains all the new, engaging, and extensively illustrated info you need to master your tablet.

Power up your proficiency with this genius guide to popular Microsoft 365 apps Do you want to make your Microsoft 365 account a productivity behemoth? Do you want to squeeze every last bit of awesome from Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and learn a little more about Outlook, too? Microsoft 365 Portable Genius has got you covered. A seasoned tech expert and trainer, author Lisa A. Bucki shows you how to build Word documents, Excel workbooks, and PowerPoint presentations the right way, as well as how to use high-impact design techniques to make your documents pop. This book answers 11 key questions about how to make the most of Microsoft 365, providing genius tips as it leads you through the essentials. You’ll learn how to: Tackle common skills like creating files, adding basic content, navigating in a file, making selections, copying and moving content, and saving files Build a new Word document by using outlining, bullets and numbering, columns, and other features for creating and enhancing content Enhance Excel workbook files by organizing data on different sheets, filling entries, creating range names, and entering powerful, accurate formulas Develop a PowerPoint presentation by choosing the right layout for each slide and adding content to placeholders, and then transform it into an on-screen show with transitions and animations Add punchy design and branding by using text formatting, themes, and graphics in your files Use lists, tables, and charts to make data easier to interpret Create, send, reply to, and organize email in Outlook, as well as add contacts Share file contents on paper or digitally Check out the Online Bonus Appendix at Wiley for more genius coverage of topics including additional Excel formula review techniques, essential Excel functions, theme colors and fonts changes, and WordArt Whether you have used Office in the past or are new to its subscription successor Microsoft 365, Microsoft 365 Portable Genius provides the expert guidance you need to work smarter in Microsoft 365.

Your step-by-step guide to iPhone mastery iPhone Portable Genius delivers a practical and simple guide to quickly learning everything you need to know about the iPhone. Whether you're a novice user with Apple products or a seasoned pro, you'll find a wealth of info designed to show you how to configure your iPhone, set up accounts, manage your contacts and appointments, take stunning pictures, and surf the web. All while keeping your identity and accounts private and secure. Before you know it, you'll be: Mastering the touchscreen Setting up your iPhone to suit the way you work and play Connecting your iPhone to Wi-Fi and setting up your phone as an internet hub Solving the most common iPhone problems Getting the most out of email With straightforward and step-by-step instructions in a portable and convenient package and engaging illustrations, iPhone Portable Genius is the ideal resource for owners and users of one of the world's most popular phones.