Chapter 12

Customizing OS X to Suit Your Style

OS X comes with a number of features that enable you to customize your Mac. For example, you might not like the default desktop background or the layout of the Dock. Not only can you change the appearance of OS X to suit your taste, but you can also change the way OS X works to make it easier and more efficient for you to use.

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Display System Preferences

Change the Desktop Background

Activate the Screen Saver

Set Your Mac’s Sleep Options

Change the Display Resolution

Create an App Folder in Launchpad

Add a User Account

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