Anniel34
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Q: How do I get back to desktop from a web page

This is my first iMac so please be patient. I have iPods,iPads and a new IPhone, but the iMac is not as intuitive as I had thought. I will come back here with all my questions as you all will sure know more than me.

 

So, when I am on a web page in Safari, how do I get back to the Desktop quickly? Can I keep all my programme icons at the bottom of the screen and is there an icon for Desktop.

 

Looking forward to some advice.

 

Anniel

Posted on Mar 31, 2016 10:54 AM

by Ferd II,Apple recommended
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A:

Anniel,

 

OS X El Capitan: See open windows and spaces in Mission Control is a good place to start learning how to master your windows.

 

OS X El Capitan: Mission Control preferences will explain how to adjust Mission Control.

 

Also, Command-Tab is a fast way to switch between applications. Mac keyboard shortcuts - Apple Support

 

The icon for your Desktop is named "Finder."

 

You can add as many "programme" icons to the Dock, as you desire, but adding too many will clutter the appearance and functionality.

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Posted on Apr 1, 2016 3:05 AM

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  • by coolguy 73,

    coolguy 73 coolguy 73 Apr 3, 2016 7:40 PM in response to Duane
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    Apr 3, 2016 7:40 PM in response to Duane

    sorry, cmd+m

  • by Duane,

    Duane Duane Apr 3, 2016 7:44 PM in response to coolguy 73
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    Apr 3, 2016 7:44 PM in response to coolguy 73

    command+m  minimizes the current window. If you only have a single window open you can see the desktop but it doesn't "return" you to it.

     

    I don't think hot corners has anything to do with it.

  • by Anniel34,

    Anniel34 Anniel34 Apr 5, 2016 8:28 AM in response to Duane
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    Apr 5, 2016 8:28 AM in response to Duane

    Today i decided that I shot;d buy a full sized screen and I like it. I still have the commands to use but I also have a delete key which i am pleased about.

     

    Thank you all for helping me. This is a very friendly forum.

     

    Anniel

  • by pokey b,

    pokey b pokey b Apr 5, 2016 8:59 AM in response to Anniel34
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    Apr 5, 2016 8:59 AM in response to Anniel34

    Do you mean a full size keyboard?  I have a full size keyboard, my wife thought it a good idea when we bought the i-Mac. At first I hadn't thought about it at all but find now that I I really like it. Yes, there is a forward delete key and a reverse delete key and several functions not on the wireless keyboard. Numeric keypad comes in handy too.

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