Pro Tip: Instantly delete a file on Mac
lotusadmin1 • January 11, 2021
If you'd like to delete a file and bypass the Trash Can you can so using a simple short cut. With your file or files highlighted, select Option + Command + Delete . You can also do this by going to the File menu and hold down the Option key, which changes the Move to Trash option to Delete Immediately . In either case, a dialog window will appear asking for you to confirm.


Siri on your Mac can help you with everyday tasks such as getting quick answers to questions, playing music, and more. You can ask Siri almost anything, and Siri can do it for you or answer it for you. To engage Siri, you can either hold down Command + Space for a second or two, or click the Siri button on your Dock or Menu Bar.