Category: Automation

Switching monitor inputs programmatically, on M1 MBP

Post author By Pavel
Post date February 28, 2024
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I’ve got a monitor that has multiple inputs: one is DisplayPort from my M1 MacBook, and VGA from my TrueNAS server. For a while I was just switching the input using the buttons on the monitor, but who wants to keep reaching up and to the right for that?! Here’s how I was able to […]

Keep screen on while MacOS plays music

Post author By Pavel
Post date February 21, 2024
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My MacBook is connected to a 4K screen with a single USB-C cable. This is great, since I can use the monitor as a hub, for things like USB devices and even audio. The only time this is an issue is when I am listening to music in my office, but not actively using the […]