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I had the same problem! Disabling iCloud for TextEdit solved that issue.

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OpenAI's Whisper is a good transcribing tool. You can use MacWhisper for free and it uses the OpenAI Whisper technology locally on your Mac.That is if you're using a Mac. I'm not sure about Windows or Linux. https://goodsnooze.gumroad.com/l/macwhisper

Thank you!

I can open TextEdit and immediately start typing within a few milliseconds. Notes opens the last note used and takes a few seconds to load. Then I have to manually create a new blank note. Also, I have to remember to delete the note when done because they're saved automatically. When I'm done with TextEdit I can easily choose not to save the file. Using TextEdit is more of a seamless process and doesn't clutter up my files while also using less screen space.

It seems like it is related to iCloud settings, as mentioned in another comment.

This is slightly off topic but might be helpful to some people who use both Notepad on Windows and TextEdit on Mac but are tired of the open document screen that starts by default when opening TextEdit. For example, I take calls while at my Windows based workstation. When I'm starting a phone call, I instinctively open notepad and jot down notes while on the phone. I don't usually save the file but I will complete the task I wrote down and/or document the call in another program after the fact. However, when I'm on my Mac I can't just quickly open TextEdit and jot down notes. When opening TextEdit I'm prompted to open a file or click the new document button. This throws me off my workflow since I'm used to NotePad immediately opening a new document buffer to write in. I found a workaround on the Apple support forums here:

1) Quit TextEdit 2) In the Terminal, type the following command: defaults write com.apple.TextEdit NSShowAppCentricOpenPanelInsteadOfUntitledFile -bool false 3) Open TextEdit and presto!

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/253444981?sortBy=best

There is software included that allows you to add your own samples(audio files).

Typically a noise reduction plugin installed with the DAW by default isn’t going to be amazing. People usually install their own preferred plugins when using a DAW. If you look up noise reduction VSTs you will get lots of results for paid and free plugins compatible with Audactiy. I don’t have a recommendation but googling “reddit cheap noise reduction vst” came up with a lot of viable recommendations.

The article does discuss the alternative of installing Linux. The reason it's not a good alternative is that businesses are unlikely to run Linux for day-to-day operations. While Linux may be a common topic of discussion in this online community, the majority of people affected by the increased Windows system requirements may not be familiar with Linux. I can also predict that by the time Apple decides to remove 1st generation silicon Macs from their OS support, there will likely be a Linux distribution that can run natively, such as Asahi. However, businesses using M1 Macs are unlikely to opt for Linux as an alternative; they will likely opt to purchase new computers instead.

Photopea is the best free photoshop alternative I have found. It runs entirely in the browser.

That’s what I’m noticing as well. The content loads, then the content slightly changes once the styling loads and then the additional large sized content loads and then the animations load. So you’re trying to explore the website while everything is constantly resizing, populating along with animations playing all over the place. Also, there is a lot of scroll bar control being taken over. It just feels so limiting to the user to scroll, which I don’t particularly enjoy about modern web design trends. I understand that animations and scroll bar triggered events are great for product release pages, but I just don’t think they’re palpable on a home page.

After browsing the landing page I decided to see what the pricing was. I clicked the navigation and the only link was to get started. This link brought me to a signup screen. There was no indication if I register will I have access to the service. Is it free. Are you going to ask for my credit card number after I sign up for a newsletter, that I don’t want. I’d include the pricing in either the landing page or have a link in the nav. It’s currently tucked away in the footer. Be upfront with what you’re selling. Also, you’re selling a single purchase for $99 but there is no trial. There has to be a trial or nobody is going to purchase a product based on the landing page and no extensive docs on the service. Possibly create a directory of steps on how to use the service and that might help. Kind of like the docs for tailwind. It gives a detailed overview of tailwind and includes examples.

I like how all of the tools are built to match the website styles. This is a great resource with tons of great tools. Wow!

This one hit a soft spot with me. I’ve been in a similar situation and I know a lot of people who have. It’s so well written.

The scrolling on Decrypting Rita is awesome. The art flowing as I’m swiping to scroll is a awesome way to experience the work. I’m digging the art!

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