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Open Files with App Switcher

Using the Application Switcher to open files can sometimes be faster than hunting for an Application's window or searching through a jam packed Dock for an Application's icon. First grab your file, press Command-Tab, and then drop the file onto the desired application's icon to open it within that program.

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“Take Control of Dropbox” Helps You Learn and Teach Dropbox

Our latest book by Joe Kissell looks hard at the popular Dropbox file-sharing service, and explains both the best ways to use it and how to avoid common mistakes. For those of you who already know Dropbox well, a “Teach This Book” chapter includes links to special materials that will help you teach others how to use Dropbox better.

 
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