Live in the iCloud
Hurl your Mac and every other device into the future by fully embracing the cloud Explained... Store and sync in the cloud >
1 Use iCloud
Make any Mac feel reborn by embracing iCloud. When you fully utilise iCloud, important data is instantly available on any of your Macs – no more half-finished bits and bobs scattered across multiple computers.
2 Share folders
iCloud Drive’s options, you can choose to store your Desktop and Documents folders online. Files in them then sync across Macs signed into your Apple ID, and are available on iOS devices too.
3 Sync Safari across your devices
When using iCloud across your various Macs and iOS devices, you can view a list of Safari tabs left open on them from any one device. Bookmarks and your browsing history sync across them too. Turn on iCloud Keychain to sync site logins and payment details.
4 Optimise photos
If you’re a keen photographer, consider storing all your photos and videos in iCloud. On doing so, even edits become available on all your devices – and your Mac will only download originals when there’s space.
5 Use Google Drive
Google Drive gives you 15GB of online storage for free. With Google’s Backup and Sync app, you can integrate Google Drive into Finder to access your Google Docs, and also sync specific folders for online back-up.
6 Check out Dropbox
Dropbox only offers 2GB for free, but has very widespread support in apps across all platforms. You can selectively sync, too, which makes it suitable for use as an onlineonly locker for files you’re currently working on.