Top MacBook Setup Tips for 2024 💻

Must-Know Tools and Configurations for Your MacBook in 2024

As we step into another year of exciting journeys, I figured it was the perfect moment to unveil the newest adjustments and tools I'm using in my MacBook setup.

Arc Browser

When setting up a new MacBook, the initial must-have is a browser, and my top choice at the moment is Arc. This browser stands out with its innovative features that redefine the browsing experience and reshape our interaction with the Internet.

The split view feature, allowing a simultaneous display of up to 4 tabs, and the ability to switch between profiles within a single window are particularly appealing to me. The clean and minimal UI, coupled with AI features like Arc Max, further enhances the browsing journey.

Arc Max | Bringing AI to Arc Browser

In a recent video, the creators teased that they're not merely crafting a browser but planning a grand reintroduction to the world. The excitement builds for their event on January 30, 2024, hinting at significant announcements that I eagerly look forward to discovering!

We’re not building a web browser

Chrome Extensions

uBlock Origin - Chrome web store
Loom - Chrome web store
Grammarly - Chrome web store

Terminal Experience

iTerm2

Over the past few years, my coding journeys have been accompanied by the reliable iTerm2, offering a seamless experience without any fuss. It seemed like I had everything I needed until I came across Warp. Exploring this innovative terminal emulator over the past few weeks has been a delightful revelation, bringing a fresh perspective and exciting features to my development environment.
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Warp - A Modern Terminal

Bid farewell to conventional terminals! Meet Warp, a cutting-edge terminal crafted with Rust. Immerse yourself in speed, efficiency, and the enchantment of AI command search. The cherry on top? It comes at no cost for small teams of up to five members!
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Text Editing

Visual Studio Code (VS Code): No developer's toolkit is complete without a powerful Integrated Development Environment (IDE). VS Code continues to be my top pick.

New Editor Extensions:Codeium, a free alternative to GitHub Copilot for individual users. Enhance your coding experience without breaking the bank.

Package Manager

Package Management with Homebrew and Cakebrew When it comes to package management, Homebrew remains my favorite Companion. But, for those who appreciate a visually appealing interface, I've also embraced Cakebrew, providing a user-friendly GUI for Homebrew.

Productivity Tools

• Raycast is a blazingly fast, totally extendable launcher. It lets you complete tasks, calculate, share common links, and much more.
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• BetterSnapTool effortlessly manages window positions and sizes.
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• AltTab brings the convenience of Windows’s “alt-tab” window switcher to macOS.
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• iStat Menus elevates your menu bar with advanced system monitoring.
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AI Assistants

• ChatGPT

• Claude.ai

• Codeium

• Grammarly

• Midjourney

SVG Images & Compression

• SVG Repo, search, explore, and edit the best-fitting free icons or vectors for your projects using a wide variety of vector libraries. Download free SVG vectors and icons for commercial use.
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• TinyPNG Smart WebP, PNG, and JPEG Compression. When utilised with the Raycast extension by Ryo Kawamata image compression becomes a simple task.
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MacOS System Maintenance

Clean My Mac X

Keeping our Macs clutter-free is crucial. Clean My Mac X comes to the rescue with its intuitive GUI. Simply drag and drop apps, and watch them efficiently remove residual files and caches.

Onyx

For a deep clean, consider Onyx. Despite its initially confusing UI, it's a powerhouse that can recover substantial storage space and perform essential maintenance tasks.

Share Your Thoughts 💬

What's your take on these tools? Have any hidden gems to recommend? Drop your comments below.

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• HTMLRev by Lucian Tartea

• JamTemplates by Greg Bergé

• BuiltAtLightspeed by Rob Austin

Your support means the world, and I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to have Clay featured on your platforms.

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