Q & A Session 3.26.26

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Font Management on Mac

  • Use Font Book (accessible via Spotlight Search) to view all fonts available on the computer
  • Microsoft Word and graphics programs show a cloud icon next to fonts that can be downloaded through the application
  • When transferring to a new computer, copy the old font folder to preserve custom fonts and maintain proper formatting in existing documents

Special Characters and Symbols

  • Access symbols through Edit → Emojis and Symbols, which displays all available symbols and fonts
  • For quick access, type the desired symbol into Google, copy it, and paste it into the document
  • Use online translators to input entire paragraphs or sentences in other languages (like Chinese) and paste the results

Changing Keyboard Input Sources

  • Go to System Settings → Keyboard → Input Sources to add keyboards for different languages (Chinese, French, Spanish, Hebrew, etc.)
  • Each language keyboard shows different characters and accents appropriate for that language
  • Toggle between keyboards using the menu bar indicator (shows language codes like US, FR) or the Fn/globe key on the keyboard
  • On iPhone: Press and hold the globe icon on the keyboard to access keyboard settings and add/remove languages
  • Remember to switch keyboards back to English to avoid typing errors in the wrong language

AI in Education Discussion

  • Schools are addressing proper AI use with students through administration talks
  • AI can be a beneficial teaching tool, especially for students who need extra help and don't have immediate access to tutors or parents
  • AI is similar to historical study aids like Cliff Notes or online paper services—there will always be some students who misuse tools
  • Google app camera feature can solve math problems by taking a picture of the equation and providing step-by-step instructions
  • Teachers use AI detection tools to check typed essays, though some tools can make AI-written content undetectable
  • Many teachers are returning to in-class handwritten assignments using blue books to prevent AI misuse
  • Cursive writing and algebra are being reintroduced to San Francisco school curricula

File Saving Best Practices

  • When saving a document for the first time, the system always prompts for a save location
  • Set up favorites on the left sidebar to include Desktop and Documents folders for easy access
  • Downloaded files automatically save to the Downloads folder
  • On Mac, click the document title at the top to change the save location after initial save

Action Items

  • [ ] Practice toggling between different keyboard input sources on Mac and iPhone
  • [ ] Set up favorite folders (Desktop and Documents) for easier file saving
  • [ ] Experiment with keyboard settings to add/remove languages as needed

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