Stupid Simple Mac Tips #55 – Stop the Interruptions
One of the many benefits of using a Mac lies in its ability to customize its features, including notifications.
Setting up notification preferences on a Mac isn’t tricky. It is something that I’ve found beneficial in keeping my mind on my work and something I often recommend to my team members.
Email and Slack alerts are the most annoying and distracting when I’m trying to finish the task at hand.
But, don’t worry, as always, I’ve got the solution!
One of the most important changes for me was managing email alerts, but all apps have options for notification preferences.
Here’s how to change your notification settings.
Enabling notifications
- Select the Apple menu icon
- Select System Preferences
- Select Notifications
- Choose which applications and services to enable
Do Not Disturb
You can also pause them, in the same way, using the “Do Not Disturb” function. The Do Not Disturb function is a lifesaver that helps me stay sane every day. Sometimes, you simply need to unplug for an hour or two.
- Select the Apple menu icon
- Select System Preferences
- Select Notifications
- Select Do Not Disturb
- Choose an option
Stopping notifications But, there are some apps you never want to have notify you in any way – so, just stop them altogether by following these simple steps.
- Select the Apple menu icon
- Select System Preferences
- Select Notifications
- Deselect Allow Notifications for an app
Simple, right? Now you will be able to focus on your work without those annoying dings and popups.
