2 file types use the .mac file extension.

• 1.MacPaint Image
• 2.Application Macro File

A MAC file contains a macro, which may be created by various programs, such as UltraEdit, Minitab, and Cabrilog Cabri Geometry II.It contains a list of commands in plain text that are used to perform functions in the respective application. MAC files can be opened by the programs that created them. Just choose Finder - New Smart Folder. In the resulting New Smart Folder window select File Name at the top of the window and click Save. Assign an intuitive name such as Search by Name and click.

File Type 1MacPaint Image

Developer	Apple
Popularity
Category	Raster Image Files
Format	Binary

1. For information on how to access the data that you've saved in an Outlook for Mac Data File (.olm), see Import email messages, contacts, and other items into Outlook 2016 for Mac. I want to export to iCloud or to some other type of archive file. The only export option available at this time is the.olm archive file.
2. The MAC file type is primarily associated with Macro. Usually, but not always, some sort of macro file. Usually, but not always, some sort of macro file. Sometimes these are text files and sometimes they are macros compiled into a special format that only the program involved will read.

What is a MAC file?

Bitmap graphic created by MacPaint for the Macintosh, one of the first painting programs for the Mac; supports only black-and-white graphics since the original Macintosh had a monochrome monitor.

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Programs that open MAC files

File Type 2Application Macro File

Developer	N/A
Popularity
Category	Executable Files
Format	Text

.MAC File Association 2

A MAC file contains a macro, which may be created by various programs, such as UltraEdit, Minitab, and Cabrilog Cabri Geometry II. It contains a list of commands in plain text that are used to perform functions in the respective application. MAC files can be opened by the programs that created them.

Macros are especially helpful for automating repetitive tasks. Users can record various types of functions, whether it be inserting a snippet of information, performing edits to an image, or calculating an equation, then execute them at a later time with just a couple mouse clicks or key combination.

When saving a recorded function, the MAC file is created to store the commands that were performed to complete the function. The commands are stored in plain text in the MAC file and can be opened and edited by a text editor. However, a macro stored in a MAC file can only be executed by the program used to create it.

NOTE: MAC files are potentially dangerous files because they may be used to store malware. It is important that you verify the source of a MAC file before opening it.

Programs that open MAC files

File Search is an essential part of Alfred's search functionality. It allows you to expand your search, navigate your Mac's directories and take action on files you find.

On this Feature page, you'll find out more about:

Looking for File Actions? They've moved in the Alfred 4 preferences, so you'll find the Actions documentation here instead. QuickLook and Previews have also been moved out of the File Search prefs.

File Search

Alfred's Default Results include the most essential file types; Applications, System Preferences, Contacts, and any file types you've added.

When you need to expand your search scope beyond these core file types included in Alfred's results, the File Search keywords are here to help you.

• Use the 'open' keyword to open a file (or press the spacebar as a shortcut!)
• Use the 'find' keyword to reveal the file in Finder
• Use the 'in' keyword to search inside your files' content

You can customise these keywords in the Features > File Search preferences.

You can also choose which file types Alfred should not show in the results, and how many results Alfred should present.

If you're a Powerpack user, take a look at File Filters to create custom search filters based on file types or search scope, making your searches even more efficient.

File Navigation

Use Alfred to navigate through your Mac's file system. This is a great way to quickly make your way through folders without having to use the mouse.

To start, type:

• / (slash) to take you to the root folder on your Mac, or
• ~ (tilde) to go to your user directory.

From here, start typing the first few characters of the next folder or file you want Alfred to narrow his search to or use the arrow keys to go down to the folder you need.

Not sure of the file name? Add a * (star) to the start of your search term to make it into a wildcard.

You can tweak which keys are used to navigate through and open folders in File Navigation in the Features > File Search > Navigation preferences.

Sorting Preferences and Order

Using the cog in bottom right of the File Navigation window, you can customise the sorting by Name, Creation Date or Last Modified Date, and whether you want to show folders at the top.

You can set the order to ascending or descending either in the cog preferences, or by clicking the arrow next to it to swap the order.

⌘ + Shift + I can be used to show and hide the preview on the right side.

File Buffer

The File Buffer allows you to select multiple files and add them to a buffer. You can then take action on all of these files at once!

The buffer is controlled by using the ⌥ (Alt) key in combination with the selected file in Alfred's results.

• ⌥↑ to add a file to the buffer from Alfred's results
• ⌥↓ to add a file and move to the next item in your list of results
• ⌥← to remove the last item from the buffer
• ⌥→ to action all items in the buffer
• ⌥ backspace to remove all items from the buffer

You'll see an upwards arrow identifying the files you've already added to the buffer.

You can also see additional information about the particular file, as well as a cheatsheet of the key combinations when hovering over the files.

You can modify some of the preferences in Alfred's Preferences under Features > File Search > Buffer.

Want to take action on multiple files at once without first popping Alfred up? Select them in Finder and press the Finder Selection hotkey (which is ⌥⌘ by default) to bring up the Actions panel.

Recent Documents

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The Recent Documents feature helps you locate the files you've opened last in a particular application.

Search for the application you're looking for and press the right arrow to show the list of file actions for your app. You'll then see the list of available file actions for it; Recent Documents will be at the top of the list. Press the Return key to see your latest documents.

Known issue: this feature is not fully compatible with Microsoft Office and some other non-Cocoa (non-native macOS) applications. In these cases, only files opened with Alfred will appear in results due to the limitation of the third party software.

Learning more about file search

Want to do even more with file search?

Mac File System Type

You can also take a look at the Guides and Tutorials for more ways to be productive when searching your Mac.