my favorite mac apps for studying & school!
about a couple weeks ago i finally got a macbook air, which has changed the way i work on schoolwork, personal stuff, etc. i had previously had a dell/windows laptop so this new world of the app store was definitely amazing to me :O here are some of my favorite new apps! (plus they’re all free!)
1. spectacle
link (not on the app store): https://www.spectacleapp.com/
perfect for multitasking, spectacle allows you to add up to 4 windows on one screen-- unlike the default split screen, which allows for only two screens. it also allows for 3 screen sizes that are entirely customizable by you!
2. google chrome (does this count?)
link (not on the app store): https://www.google.com/chrome/
this is a personal preference for me since i just like the interface of google more + i use chrome on my phone, so i like the integration/syncing. not to mention i used a windows laptop before and i saved passwords & stuff on my google account. :) not to mention the fact that the account feature allows me to log onto my account from anywhere and access all of my saved bookmarks, passwords, etc! google ftw (did i mention extensions? i’ll do a post on that soon)
3. istudiez pro
link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/istudiez-pro-legendary-planner/id402989379?mt=12
this is an amazing online planner that allows you to keep track of all your assignments, exams, grades, and class schedule. i absolutely love the interface and everything about it! it really helps me stay on top of all of my assignments and exams.
so this is the overview page. there’s a day view & week view that lets you really nicely see you have everything that day & week (obviously, what am i saying).
i also really love the assignments & planner page. the assignments tab just gives you an overview of your scores and when everything is due, while the planner lets you see each class individually and your overall grades.
and this is all free!! so i absolutely love it. a+ for organization and planning.
4. itsycal
link (not on the app store): https://www.mowglii.com/itsycal/
this is just a super cute tab on the menu bar that lets you see the entire calendar at a glance. as a person who loves planning and is very future oriented, this is a must for me. :)
5. ticktick
link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ticktick-things-tasks-to-do/id966085870?mt=12
this has to be my favorite app, hands down! it syncs with my phone and just keeps my to-do list super organized, which makes me so so happy :’)
not only does it have a super pretty interface, it allows for tags so i can sort my to-dos by class and for future planning. in other words, you can set certain tasks for another day in case you didn’t get it done or the due date changes. you can also set the priority of certain tasks and the check box color changes, alerting you (unpictured). highly recommended!
6. smart countdown timer
link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/smart-countdown-timer/id1410709951?mt=12
a super minimal and simple timer that i use to keep myself on track. i sometimes use it for the pomodoro method as well without the restrictions that some apps have.
it has a little timer on the menu bar that allows you to check & set the timer whenever you like as well as a smaller window in case you always like to see the timer on your window. super cute!
well, that’s all i have for now! i hope i was able to help your studies a little bit with these awesome apps that i love, cause they have definitely helped me a lot.
happy studying! 🌻 ann
