Of course, you’re free to also choose tomake Windows more like macOSinstead.
That takes care of matching up the scrolling style on both your Apple and Microsoft computers.
If you’d like the Zoom button toalwaysmaximize the window i.e.
expand it to fill the screen, installRight Zoom(free) and be done with it.
To go full screen, use that button in tandem with theshift/control/commandkey.
After a year of switching to a Mac, I still do.
But hey, there’s an app for users like me (isn’t there always?).
It’s calledRedQuits– the name says it all.
To use them as regular function keys like you do on a classic PC keyboard i.e.
keys as standard function keys.
Likewise, the lack of Mac-like features won’t matter much if you’re used to Windows now.
All PC keyboards are not built alike.
For example, there might beWinandFnkeys sandwiched betweenCtrlandAltor just theWinkey, or the numeric keypad might be missing.
For maximum convenience, you’ll have toremap Mac keysbased on the key placement onyourPC keyboard.
Install an app likeKarabinerto get total control over the remapping.
Skip the app if you just want to disable pesky modifier keys or swap functions between them.
you’re free to do that fromSystem Preferences > Keyboard > Keyboard.
There, tap on theModifier Keys…button.
Luckily you’re able to replace a shortcut or create a custom one on your Mac.
Head toSystem Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcutsfirst.
This section is where you’ll find the shortcuts that Apple has already set up for you.
To do so, choose the shortcut field and key in the shortcut you’d like to use.
Be sure to also grab the corresponding checkbox to switch on the use of that shortcut.
See a new dialog drop down?
The appuBar($20, free trial) makes that possible.
It brings Windows-like previews and window snapping capabilities to your Mac’s dock.
Get Common Apps
implement the macOS versions of your favorite and most used apps from Windows.
Can’t find a macOS counterpart for an app?
Better yet, go platform agnostic and hunt for free web apps.
In this experimental phase, stick to apps that are free or come with a free trial.
You don’t want to spend too much money on apps that you’re not even sure you want.
Create a Shared File Repository
Set up your cloud storage app on both your PC and Mac.
It’s the easiest way to share files between them.
If both devices are on the same connection, go for a cross-platform app likeDuktoforsharing files.
A Word About App Permissions
Some of the apps listed here need special permissions to work.
Don’t worry, that’s not as sinister as it sounds.
Do you jump back and forth between Macs and PCs regularly?What drives you crazy when you switch?
How do you make it better?
