Drive Question.

Hi List, My MacBook Pro doesn't have a CD slot: its very thin though. I was informed that ones with slots for CDS are thicker and run slower, not sure how much though I purchased a separate CD drive. Not sure if I'm gonna need to returnmy purchase, to exchange it for recommended specificat

Where does iTunes place files which you create as mp3 version?

Hi I've created an mp3 version of a particular song in my iTunes library, but can't find it on my mac? When I search in spotlight, I see the mp3 file but can't find out where it is. I want to upload it somewhere so need to find where it actually is. Can anybody help? Thanks a lot. Lisette --

Unable to Play YouTube video clips on the Mac

Hi All I'm having a problem with YouTube on the Mac. I manage to load the page with the video I want to play, but after that nothing happens. I installed the flash player hoping that would fix the problem yet the videos still want play. I'm running a 2012 Macbook Air with Mountain Lion and the Lat

Re: Drive Question.

HI. an external cd drive should be fine. I use one with my mac mini and have had no problems with it. regards Maria and crew from australia email: bubbygirl1...@gmail.com check out www.95-the-mix.com where we play lots of great music On 24/03/2013, at 6:22 PM, "anita" wrote: > H

Accessibility Settings.

Hi List, In Macs, is there a Start Menu, Settings and Control Panel. I know help for VO can be gotten with VO+H, if memory serves me correctly. Can System files be displayed? Not that I need to look at them now, but was just curious if this is possible. Does having a CDRom drive slow down pe

Re: Accessibility Settings.

HI Anita. I will try to answer your questions as best i can below. God Bless! Maria from australia Newbie mac user. bubbygirl1...@gmail.com will get you fb as well as email & iMessage. skype same as email,without the gmail part. twitter bubbygirl On 24/03/2013, at 9:27 PM, "anita"

Battery Status.

Hi List, How do I check battery status? Are there any utilties I could download, to enrich VO to have the best performance possibly? Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivi

Cases and Accessories.

Hi List, Haven't purchased a case for my MacBook Pro yet, but was wondering is there one specific one that's the best or most popular? The battery isn't replacable, right? Are sound schemes available, like in Windows, and if so, how do I bring that up? Thanks, Anita -- You received

Re: Where does iTunes place files which you create as mp3 version?

In the Finder press command-shift-h to go home and open your account's folder, then go to /music/iTunes/iTunes Media/music. Christopher Hallsworth E-mail and Facebook: challswor...@sky.com Skype: chrishallsworth7266 Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christopherh40 Find my blog at challsworth2.wo

Updates.

Hi List, How do I check for Mac updates? I'm not understanding the needed steps to change language options in VO? Is Sarafi customizable and popular? Is it similar to IE? Can it solve captchas? How do I move between catageories in VO Settings? Anita -- You received this message be

Re: MacBook Inquiries.

Hello Anita Vmware Fusion is about $40. Paypal accepted. Chris. Christopher Hallsworth E-mail and Facebook: challswor...@sky.com Skype: chrishallsworth7266 Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christopherh40 Find my blog at challsworth2.wordpress.com On 24/03/2013 01:32, anita wrote: Hi Chris,

Re: checkboxes in firefox won't stay checked.

Basically the bugzilla site is to report bugs. So if you go to: http://bugzilla.mozilla.org you will find some links at the top of the page the link you want will say search. This is the link where you search for bugs. so in the search without these quotes you would say for example, "checkbo

Re: Updates.

To check for software updates, use VO M, which brings up the Apple menu. Arrow down to software updates and press enter. The app store window will open on the updates page and the check will begin. Depending on your computer, it will take a few seconds to check. After that, the list of updates

Re: MacBook Inquiries.

Hi Chris, From where do I purchase it? How do I get a PayPal account? Will I need sighted help to complete the process? Anita - Original Message - From: "Chris H" To: Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2013 7:14 AM Subject: Re: MacBook Inquiries. Hello Anita Vmware Fusion is about $40

Re: Updates.

How do I read windows? Is it possible to selectindividual ones, or just one button for everything that's available? For writing, do I have the same optionsas with other Windows screen readers, and how are they navagated? Anita - Original Message - From: Dave To: macvisi

Re: MacBook Inquiries.

Hello Anita www.vmware.com/fusion is where you purchase Fusion. You do not need a Paypal account; I was letting you know in case you have one. I was able to purchase this without sighted assistance like any other purchase you do on the internet. Be warned you do need an account with Vmware. It

A nice wireless printer

Hi there folks, Both me and my fiancé have Apple devices. we have two MacBook Pros, two iPhones and one iPad in the house. It often enough happens that we need to print stuff. Unfortunately, we currently only have an ancient USB printer. Is there any printer that anybody can recommend, that c

Re: A nice wireless printer

We just got an HP Photo Smart 6520 All in One printer, scanner, copier. Retails for about $150, but we found it on Amazon for less. Works great! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receivin

Re: A nice wireless printer

If you just want a solid no-thrills laser printer with wireless capabilities, consider this. Full review via the link below. http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/brother-hl-2270dw-best-laser-printer/ On Mar 24, 2013, at 8:05 AM, Brandt wrote: > Hi there folks, > > Both me and my fiancé have Apple d

Re: Battery Status.

Hi Aneta, To check battery status, go to the extras menu by pressing vo+M twice quickly. If you vo+right and left arrow, you'll be able to see things like bluetooth, WiFi and other things including clock and battery status. You can create a hot spot for it, that is a keystroke to speak the statu

Re: Where does iTunes place files which you create as mp3 version?

Hi you can also while sitting on the track in iTunes either press command+shift+r to show in finder! Or open VO+shift+m and select the same option from that menu! HTH Colin On 24 Mar 2013, at 10:59, Chris H wrote: > In the Finder press command-shift-h to go home and open your account's > folde

Re: A nice wireless printer

THANKS a LOT. Warm regards, Brandt Steenkamp Sent from my macbook pro Contact me: Mobile/iMessage/WatsApp: +27781205013 Email: brandt.steenk...@gmail.com My ring to Skype: California, United States +(1)760-5140161 Extension 512 Cape Town, South Africa +(27)213-002317 Extensi

OS X Server with iTunes library accessible from everywhere

Jo folks. As the topic says, I wonder if it's possible to buy a Mac Mini Server, throw my entire iTunes library over there, and have it accessible from everywhere I am? If so, have anyone here tried it, and does it work well? Do I need to, and is it possible to setup the Mac to be aVPN server? Be

Re: A nice wireless printer

How's the ink usage on this printer? to me, the most important consideration for a printer is the ink cartridge size and whether or not it is refillable at the local photo shop. for example, I have two HP printers, one, the deskjet 5150 is great on ink, and the black ink cartridge is large and r

Re: Extremely irritating problem when playing DVD's.

Sounds like the DVD controller might be popping up. Triple click the touch pad with fingers to mute VoiceOver. If you have a braille keyboard than you can still read that while watching your video. Also, if you do not touch the touch pad the controller should not pop up. Sent from my iPhone

Re: Mobile 100 Office HP Printer.

Hi, if it uses USB, why would you need help setting it up? Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 23, 2013, at 7:47 PM, Kawal Gucukoglu wrote: > Hello. > > I don't know if any one remembers that I initiated a thread on Printers > for

Re: OS X Server with iTunes library accessible from everywhere

Hi, Or, you could by iTunes match for $24.99 a year, and have your iTunes library accessible on any computer or IOS device. Ricardo Walker rica...@appletothecore.info Twitter:@apple2thecore www.appletothecore.info On Mar 24, 2013, at 11:09 AM, David Hole wrote: > Jo folks. > > As the topic s

Re: OS X Server with iTunes library accessible from everywhere

No, I can't, and that's because I live in Norway, a contry where Apple have chosen to not give access to it :-( I've been waiting since Match was launced, and that's two years ago :-( -David On Sun, Mar 24, 2013 at 5:59 PM, Ricardo Walker wrote: > Hi, > > Or, you could by iTunes match for $24.9

Re: Battery Status.

There are some AppleScripts that can speak battery levels if you more flexibility. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 24, 2013, at 10:18 AM, Rachel Feinberg wrote: > Hi Aneta, > > To check battery status, go to the extras menu by pressing vo+M twice > quickly. If you vo+right and left arrow, you'll

HotSpots

Rachel, What else can you save as a hotspot? Stacey Robinson On Mar 24, 2013, at 9:18 AM, Rachel Feinberg wrote: > Hi Aneta, > > To check battery status, go to the extras menu by pressing vo+M twice > quickly. If you vo+right and left arrow, you'll be able to see things like > bluetooth, WiFi

Urgently need help!

OK, I'm at my last wits end. Please please please pleaze please! If anyone on this list, moderator, owner, or not, has any! and I do mean any! experience using whmcs, not? to be mistaken with WHM, please write me off list. I'm not even gonna explain right now what whmcs is. It would take me to

Re: A nice wireless printer

That's got me curious too, considering the fact that I'll never buy another hp product of any sort again, so would love some info on this. The last 2 hp products I bought, the software wasn't speech-friendly, so when the message center popped up, I couldn't figure out what it wanted, sense I co

Re: Drive Question.

Hi, Apple sells something called a USB Super Drive that will definitely do the job. It is a USB 3 drive, so a very fast transfer rate and does CD/DVD Read/Write. Lots of folks simply leave the external Super Drive at home so they only need to carry around the very light computer. The externa

Re: Drive Question.

Hi, I bought a Samsung DVD±RW drive that I like a lot for around $32. http://amzn.com/B009QBIZ60 Thanks, Blake From: Tim Kilburn Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2013 2:21 PM To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: Drive Question. Hi, Apple sells something called a USB Super Drive that

Re: Accessibility Settings.

Hi Anita, I've place your answers after each question below: > Q: In Macs, is there a Start Menu, Settings and Control Panel. I know help > for VO can be gotten with VO+H, if memory serves me correctly. A: No start menu per say. There is the Dock (VO-d) which is a collection of shortcuts to

Re: OS X Server with iTunes library accessible from everywhere

Hi, Answers below: Q: As the topic says, I wonder if it's possible to buy a Mac Mini Server, > > throw my entire iTunes library over there, and have it accessible from > everywhere I am? A: Basically, yes. There would be some performance and syncing issues though depending on your connectiv

How do I import one song from a CD into my iTunes library using the new iTunes?

Hi all, Well, maybe I'm a little slow to notice, but the advanced menu is disappeared. I've been trying to figure out a way to import a single song from a cd, but no luck. Can anyone tell me how to do this? TIA, Donna -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Grou

Re: MacBook Inquiries.

On 2013-03-24, at 12:11 AM, anita wrote: > Q: How do I switch between commands help and getting started? A: When you press VO-h, you simply arrow through the choices and press return on the one you wish. > Q: Is there any way to hide the getting started option? A: If you're asking to hide

An app for the Mac for modifying id3 tags

Hi, Can anybody recommend an app for the Mac that would allow me to modify id3 tags in MP3 files? Would like something other than iTunes. Sent from my iPhone -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from this group an

Re: MacBook Inquiries.

Hi, And one more thing to note, VO is built right into the MacOS, so if you can do something with VO on a Desktop unit, you can do the same on the laptop unit. No need to worry about whether things can be done on one or the other. Later... Tim Kilburn Fort McMurray, AB Canada On 2013-03-24,

Re: Updates.

Hi, > Q: How do I read windows? Is it possible to selectindividual ones, or just > one button for everything that's available? A: VOf2 twice brings up a Window chooser list. Simply arrow through the list then press return on the window you wish to bring focus to. > Q: For writing, do I hav

Re: How do I import one song from a CD into my iTunes library using the new iTunes?

Hi, Go into your iTunes Preferences, select the General pane and navigate to the area about what to do when a CD is inserted. Change it to "Show CD". Now, when you put the CD in, it will give you a list of the tracks. Locate the track you wish to import, press VO-shift-m to bring up the Cont

Re: How do I import one song from a CD into my iTunes library using the new iTunes?

Hey Tim, Thanks! I finally got it using the files menu and navigating to Create New Version, but this way will be much quicker. Cheers, Donna On Mar 24, 2013, at 3:36 PM, Tim Kilburn wrote: > Hi, > > Go into your iTunes Preferences, select the General pane and navigate to the > area about wh

Re: Mobile 100 Office HP Printer.

I want to know what the buttons are and I want to print via Bluetooth which is not enabled. On 24 Mar 2013, at 16:54, Ricardo Walker wrote: > Hi, > > if it uses USB, why would you need help setting it up? > > Ricardo Walker > rica...@appletothecore.info > Twitter:@apple2thecore > www.appletoth

Re: An app for the Mac for modifying id3 tags

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Is Tune-Up Accessible?

Hey Guys, I have been avoiding this prospect for awhile now.. I really need to clean up my iTunes library. Mainly to clean up duplicates. Does anyone know how accessible Tune-Up is in the Mac Store. I have sighted friends who like it and say it works well. However, obviously don't want to was

Re: Accessibility Settings.

Applications is actually command shift a. This is 1 of the commands in the go menu which can be accessed from with in finder with VO shift m and either arrow in to or typing g to jump to the go menu. This is full of navigation commands all with keyboard shortcuts that are well worth knowing. Yo

Windows EMaial to Mac

I am getting ready for my new Mountain Lion computer. For years I have been backing up my email to .eml files. Will Mountain Lion read .eml files? Or do I need to convert the .eml files? Thank you. Angus MacKinnon MacKinnon Chrest Saying Latin - Audentes Fortuna Juvat English - Fortune Assists

Re: Accessibility Settings.

Oops, you're right, it is cmd-shift-a. I got stuck on cmd-option for some reason. Thanks for the correction, I hate giving out help with mistakes. Have a good one. Later... Tim Kilburn Fort McMurray, AB Canada On 2013-03-24, at 3:32 PM, Danny Noonan wrote: > Applications is actually comman

No Speech.

Hi List, I'm not sure what may have happened, but at the moment VO isn't speaking. Soun effects still play though. Will I need to send my unit in for repair? Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe from thi

Re: No Speech.

sounds like an awfully drastic conclusion. may I suggest rebooting your mac. VoiceOver regularly stops talking on my iMac after it has come out of sleep mode. the solution has been to press command+ F5 four times quickly. This always works and VO comes up talking right away. Not sure why this ha

Re: No Speech.

Hi, No, it's not a repair issue. Is it the regular sound effects or the VoiceOver sound effects that you're hearing? If you're hearing the regular MacOS sound effects but no speech or VO sound effects, then I think that you may have turn VO speech off with the TrackPad command. To turn it ba

a slight but critical correcion on the no speech solution

Okay, You need to open the voice over utility by pressing vo+F8. Assuming your using a lap top or bluetooth keyboard and have function keys set to perform normal functions. Now, press down arrow twice. Now, Press VO+right three times. Now, VO+space. Sent from my mac, the only computer wit

Re: Windows EMaial to Mac

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Garageband: find out BPM

Hi Folkes, I'm looking for a way to find out the BPM in an audio file. I have some samples here and I want to use them in GB. Unfortunately they are not labled with their BPM. So what would you recommend to find out the BPM of an audio file? Thanks and all the best Jürgen -- You received th

Re: HotSpots

Hi Stacey, You can use Hot spots to jump to specific places in websites, once your cursor's there. Just set the hot spot, and from anywhere, you can press vo and the number of the spot you set, and it'll take you back to that place in the website, provided your browser is still loaded with the

mac DVD ripper pro?

Has anyone used this program, is it vo accessible? The main thing I wat to know is, can you rip individual tracks, so like if you want to watch epasodes of a TV series? Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisionaries" group. To unsubscribe f

Re: No Speech.

Hi. Do a three finger doubletap on the trackpad and it will turn speech back on. HTH. Matt Sent from my mac Twitter: matt692 On 2013-03-24, at 5:55 PM, "anita" wrote: > Hi List, >I'm not sure what may have happened, but at the moment VO isn't speaking. > Soun effects still play though. Wil

Setup Screen.

Hi All, It seems that when my MacBook Pro is on, its stuck in some sort of set-up screen of sorts.I already have an Apple ID and password, and not sure if this info needs to be entered too. Anita -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "MacVisiona

Re: Setup Screen.

Yes it does but it can be skipped with the click of the skip button. Christopher Hallsworth E-mail and Facebook: challswor...@sky.com Skype: chrishallsworth7266 Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/@christopherh40 Find my blog at challsworth2.wordpress.com On 24/03/2013 23:41, anita wrote: Hi All,

Re: Accessibility Settings.

What always confused me was command option l for downloads. The only go navigation command with option. Smile. Regards Danny Sent from my iPhone On 25/03/2013, at 8:50 AM, Tim Kilburn wrote: > Oops, you're right, it is cmd-shift-a. I got stuck on cmd-option for some > reason. Thanks for t

Re: changing subscribed email address?

Hi Scott, This question, and related topics about managing list subscriptions like going "no mail", seem to have come up a lot recently. You can make changes from the "Manage My Memberships" page for your Google Groups accounts at: http://groups.google.com/groups/mysubs?hl=en_US&pli=1 You may be

Re: An app for the Mac for modifying id3 tags

Hi Victor, You can try ID3 Editor by Pa-software, which can also be run from a command line interface, as well as through the GUI, if you wish: http://www.pa-software.com/id3editor/ ID3 Editor v1.18.18 £10.00 (GBP), €12.00 (Euro) or $15.00 (USD) Also, a bit off topic, but since you've been usin

Re: Setup Screen.

How do I find the skip button? Is there a way to keep this dialog from popping up everytime I start? - Original Message - From: "Chris H" To: Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2013 8:06 PM Subject: Re: Setup Screen. Yes it does but it can be skipped with the click of the skip button. Christ

Re: Garageband: find out BPM

I used to do it the old-fashioned way under windows, by using a metronome program to match the tempo of the song. Of course, you need a good, accessible metronome app or program. I suppose you could load the song into GarageBand, and then turn on the playback click, and then work the bpm field

Re: a slight but critical correcion on the no speech solution

Ray, what you suggest will check or uncheck the "mute speech" switch, assuming that the trouble is muted speech. What if the problem isn't muted speech? Then you've just created another problem because now the mute switch is set and the problem still isn't solved. - Original Message -

track editing software question.

I'm looking for a piece of software that can you can use to change the lyrics to parts of a song, like some of the radio stations do to try to discourage people to recording their music; I was told this is called a processor. Does anyone know if such a thing exists? I've always thought those

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The Finder.

HiLiast, I've been trying to search for podcasts on The Finder, as that seems likea good starting point for me, in learning the operations, features and functions of my MacBook Pro. If someone could give me links for downloading this content, it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.

Re: Setup Screen.

Hi, It's likely something like iCloud that is requiring your Apple ID and password. You need to let us know exactly why it's asking for the password. That is, what does the entire dialog say. It's difficult to tell you how to stop that from appearing when there's not enough info to be specif

Re: Setup Screen.

How do I read dialogs? Everything I mentioned is all I'm aware of that's going on on my screen. - Original Message - From: Tim Kilburn To: macvisionaries@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, March 24, 2013 10:07 PM Subject: Re: Setup Screen. Hi, It's likely something like iC

Language Options and Questions..

Hi List, To get in to Language Settings, do I press VO+f8? If someone could give me the steps for completing this task, it'dbe appreciated greatly! Correct me if I'm wrong, but all prompts will be spoken in the chosen language? Is this helpful for learning spoken foreign languages? Is there

Re: Language Options and Questions..

Anita, To change language options, go into System Preferences by pressing VO-M, VO-down arrow on Apple, and VO-down arrow until you hear "System Preferences." Once in System Preferences, tab over until you hear "Language and Text." Within this area, you can change the system language, which w

Re: Setup Screen.

Hi, While holding down the VO keys, which are the Control and Option keys, press your right arrow key. This should read whatever is within the VO cursor area. You primarily use the VO keys with left or right arrows to do basic navigation within any dialog or window. You can also determine wh

flash player issues

Hi, everyone. I tried going onto you tube today and yesterday with Safari. I tried playing a couple videos with flash player, but nothing happens. The videos never played. I was using the Mac I'm renting with OS 10.6 and also another Mac with Mountain Lion. Is anyone having problems playing vide