Quicksilver is by far one of the most useful applications I’ve installed on my MacBook. With it, I can launch applications, move files, send emails, and much more, all within the confines of a few keystrokes. For someone who doesn’t particularly like having to use a mouse to get around, this is great. And, sure Spotlight has some similar functionality, but it’s just not the utility that Quicksilver is. As some of you read this, I’m sure you’re thinking “Rebby, this is no news to me. I’ve been using QS since b49. If Quicksilver were the Matrix, I’d be Neo (only with better acting). Heck, I’m a regular Quicksilver ninja.” Well, fantastic, Mr. Q.S.Ninja. But I want you to prove it. I want to find out what are some of the most useful features of Quicksilver that you actually use. Below is list of some of my more common Quicksilver moves. You can leave yours in the comments.
Quicksilver Ninjitsu:
Command+Space, then
- “mail[tab]get” – Get my new mail with great stealth!
- “mail[tab]open” – Get and open my new mail or commit seppuku!
- “.[somewordidon’tknow][tab]di” – Assasinate my ignorance by defining that word I don’t know with ninja speed using the built-in dictionary.
- “s[enter]” – EXECUTE Safari…In the “run that program” sense.
- “[thatuseddmgfileidon’tneed][tab]motot” – DESTROY that file.dmg by slashing it into a million little bits stored in my trashcan!
- “
MommaMy Arch Nemesis[tab]compose” –Tell my mom I love her.Issue a warning of an inevitable downfall by my sword!
These are only some of the more basic moves I know. How awesome is your ninjitsu?
The Glory of Awesomeness times Six 
Cool blog, you posted a comment on mine and I found my way here.
To be honest QS confuses the hell out of me I don’t really know how to use it properly at the moment I just look for a file and then open with an application. Know of any tips or beginners guides? I’m also in the same situation with automator I take it both programmes are similar.
Cheers
T
There are some tutorials out there. I’ll see what I can find.
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