Apple Tutorials & Training Videos
Welcome — you’ve just landed in your go-to hub for mastering your Apple devices.
Here you’ll find a growing collection of easy-to-follow tech tutorials, including full-length guides and quick YouTube Shorts covering everything from Mac and iPhone tips to iCloud setup, Apple Photos organization, and helpful everyday features across the Apple ecosystem. Each post includes the embedded YouTube video along with the same description you’ll find on my Learn with Joel channel, so everything is simple and familiar as you explore.
Whether you’re troubleshooting an issue, setting up a new device, or just looking to get more out of your Apple gear, this page keeps all my Apple training videos in one place — organized, accessible, and ready when you are.
Let’s dive in and make your tech work for you.
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Mac Keyboard Shortcut Legend: A Complete Visual Guide for macOS
A visual guide to Mac keyboard shortcut symbols, modifier keys, and commonly used shortcuts — plus a free printable reference to help everything finally click.
Apple Markup Tool Palette: The Complete Visual Guide for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
A complete visual guide to Apple’s Markup tools across iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Explore writing tools, editing controls, color palettes, accessibility features, and smart enhancements — all in one clear, printable reference.
Apple System Sounds: Where to Find Them, How They’re Used, and Why They Work
Apple’s system sounds are small by design — quiet confirmations that something just worked. This page explores what those sounds are, when you hear them, and why Apple uses them the way it does.
How to Enable Startup and Shutdown Sounds on iPhone (iOS 26)
iOS 26 includes a setting that lets your iPhone play a sound when powering on or off. Here’s how to enable it.
How to Sort and Customize Views in Apple Photos on iPhone (iOS 26)
A step-by-step guide to sorting photos and customizing views in the Apple Photos app on iPhone running iOS 26.
How to Filter Your Apple Photo Library on iPhone (iOS 26)
A step-by-step guide to using the new photo filter options in Apple Photos on iPhone running iOS 26.
iOS 26 Photos App Redesign: A First Look at the New Library and Collections
A first look at Apple’s redesigned Photos app in iOS 26, covering the new interface, Library tab, and Collections experience.
How to Sign Out of Apple ID and Erase Your iPhone or iPad
Before selling, gifting, or repurposing an iPhone or iPad, it’s important to sign out of your Apple ID and erase the device properly. This guide walks through how to remove your Apple account, understand what signing out does and doesn’t remove, and reset the device back to factory settings safely.
How to Create iCloud Email Aliases & Mail Rules on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and iCloud.com
Learn how to create iCloud email aliases and use mail rules to keep your email private, organized, and easy to manage across all Apple devices.
How to Create Valentine’s Day Snow Globes Using iPhone Stickers
Create fun Valentine’s Day snow globe images using iPhone Stickers, Markup tools, and Photos editing features.
How to Change Your Primary Apple Account (Apple ID) Email Address | 2025 Tutorial
Learn how to change the primary email address on your Apple Account, including iCloud emails, aliases, and third-party email options, with real-world examples.
How to Permanently Delete Your Apple Account and Remove It From All Devices
Learn how to safely remove an Apple Account from all devices and permanently delete it, including what happens to your data and photos.
How to Create a New Apple Account on iPhone, iPad, and Mac in 2025
Learn how to create a new Apple Account in 2025, including using an iCloud email or a third-party email on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
How to Recover Deleted Photos and Videos on iPhone
Accidentally deleted a photo on your iPhone? Learn how to recover photos and videos before they’re permanently deleted, and understand how Apple’s recovery window works.
iPhone Storage Full? How to Understand What’s Taking Space and Fix It
Running out of iPhone storage can block updates and photos. Learn how to understand storage breakdowns and safely free up space without losing data.
What’s New in Apple Photos on iOS 18: Understanding the Redesign
Apple redesigned the Photos app in iOS 18. Learn how the new Collections layout works, what changed, and how to customize Photos to fit your workflow.
How to Remove Distractions from Photos Using Apple Photos Clean Up Tool
Apple Photos includes a Clean Up tool that removes background distractions using Apple Intelligence. Learn how it works and which devices support it.
How to Blur and Censor Faces in Apple Photos Using the Clean Up Tool
Apple Photos can blur and censor faces using the Clean Up tool with Apple Intelligence. Learn how it works and which devices support it.
How to Reset Your Apple ID Password on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Learn all the ways to reset your Apple ID password using Apple devices, the Apple Support app, or account recovery if you’re locked out.