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🖥️ Are you a Mac user looking to create text files with ease? 🍏 Learn how to bypass the lack of a right-click option in Finder! While Windows users have it easy, Mac users can still simplify the process with a handy workaround. By utilizing the built-in Automator app, you can swiftly generate text files in a few simple steps. No need for third-party apps! Here’s a quick guide to get you started: 1. Launch **Automator** (the app with the robot icon). 2. Create a new **Quick Action** by pressing **CMD + N**. 3. Select **Run AppleScript** and configure the settings for **Finder**. 4. Insert the provided AppleScript code. ''' tell application "Finder"   set txt to make new file at (the target of the front window) as alias with properties {name:"empty.txt"}   select txt end tell ''' 5. Save the script as **Create Text File**. 6. Navigate to **System Settings** > **Keyboard Shortcuts** to assign a shortcut (e.g., CTRL + N). Voila! Now you can swiftly create `empty.txt` files in Finder by pressing your designated shortcut. Mac efficiency at its finest! 🚀 #MacTips #ProductivityHacks #AutomatorTricks

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