How to Use the Mac OS Lock Screen Shortcut

Microsoft has made Outlook available for free in the Mac App Store, and it no longer requires a Microsoft 365 subscription. This means that you can use the email client and calendar app on your Intel device or Apple Silicon (M chips) without any additional costs.

One of the useful features of Outlook is its ability to integrate with various email accounts, including Gmail, iCloud, Microsoft, Yahoo!, and IMAP accounts from providers like GMX and WEB.de. You can also use the Outlook app in conjunction with the version for iOS and iPadOS on your iPhone or iPad.

To lock your Mac quickly, you can use a keyboard shortcut. However, before you can do this, you need to make an adjustment under System Preferences > Security. Go to 'System Settings' > 'Security' and then to the 'General' tab (see screenshot). From there, check the first option: 'Require password after ' to set how quickly your Mac should be locked in sleep mode.

To use the lock screen shortcut, go to System Preferences > Security > General and select the first option. Then, adjust the value for '5 seconds' so that you have a short delay before the Mac is locked. This can help prevent accidental activation of the screensaver when using hot corners on your screen.

Alternatively, you can also use a keyboard shortcut to lock your Mac quickly. To do this, go to System Preferences > Security > General and select the second option: 'Lock screen after '. From there, adjust the value for '' so that you have a short delay before the Mac is locked.

Overall, using the Outlook app on your Mac can be a convenient way to manage your email accounts and calendar. With its ability to integrate with various providers and its quick-lock feature, it's definitely worth considering if you're looking for an alternative to other email clients.

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