Tips & Tricks

Master CineMath with these workflow optimization tips and professional best practices.

General Usage Tips

💡 Interface Efficiency

  • Double-tap to select all
    Quickly select all text in any input field for fast editing
  • Pull down to dismiss
    Dismiss keyboards on touch devices with a simple pull-down gesture
  • Use history frequently
    Your calculation history becomes your personal reference library
  • Save before switching
    Save calculations before switching calculators to preserve your work

🎯 Accuracy Tips

  • Check units carefully
    GB vs GiB, Mbps vs MB/s - unit confusion causes big errors
  • Use precise frame rates
    23.976 vs 24 fps makes a difference in professional work
  • Cross-reference critical calculations
    Verify important results with alternative methods
  • Account for real-world overhead
    Add 10-15% margin for container formats and file system overhead

Platform-Specific Tips

📱 iPhone Tips

Gesture Mastery

  • • Landscape orientation: More space for complex calculators
  • • Swipe between calculators: Instead of tapping buttons
  • • Shake to undo: Quick text input correction
  • • Long press buttons: For info popups

Optimization

  • • Use Siri Shortcuts: If available for frequent calculations
  • • Control Center access: Quick app switching
  • • Notification management: Reduce interruptions during work

📟 iPad Tips

Multitasking

  • • Split View: Use alongside Notes, Files, or video apps
  • • Stage Manager: Window management on iPadOS 16+
  • • Apple Pencil: Precise input on small fields
  • • External keyboard: Full keyboard shortcuts support

Professional Setup

  • • Magic Keyboard: Laptop-like experience
  • • Universal Control: Share with Mac
  • • AirDrop: Quick file sharing
  • • Focus modes: Dedicated work environment

💻 Mac Tips

Power User Shortcuts

  • • Learn all keyboard shortcuts: Massive time saver
  • • ⌘+Tab workflow: Quick app switching
  • • Menu bar mastery: Access all features quickly
  • • Window management: Resize and position optimally

Professional Integration

  • • Keep in Dock: Quick access during editing sessions
  • • Spaces organization: Dedicated workspace
  • • Export to other apps: Seamless workflow integration
  • • Automation: Use with Shortcuts app
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