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Table of Contents

Get started with your Mac

You can set up and start using your new Mac in no time. Choose a wallpaper for your desktop, change common settings, start using apps, and more.

[Learn how to make the most of your new Mac](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/get-started-with-your-mac- mchl3a2c2cb0/26/mac/26)

Switched from Windows to Mac?

If you’re switching to Mac, start here to make it a smooth transition. Learn how to find your way around the Mac, how to transfer your files from your PC, and more.

[Learn how to transition to your new Mac](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac- help/switched-from-windows-to-mac-mchlbc684e49/26/mac/26)

Use your Mac with other Apple devices

Your Mac works seamlessly with all your other Apple devices. View and control your iPhone right from your Mac desktop, copy and paste between devices, and more.

[Learn how your Mac works with other devices](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/intro-to-continuity- mchl1d734309/26/mac/26)

What’s new in macOS Tahoe

macOS Tahoe has a fresh new design, and helps you work and communicate more seamlessly. Make phone calls from your Mac, use Spotlight to search and take action without opening apps, get automatic translations in calls and messages, and more.

[Learn about new features in macOS Tahoe](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac- help/whats-new-in-macos-tahoe-apd07d671600/26/mac/26)

Control your privacy and security

Your privacy and security come first. Your Mac includes built-in tools to protect your important information—from password management to private browsing and beyond.

[Learn how to keep your Mac private and secure](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/keep-your-work-private-and- secure-mchl0b8771e8/26/mac/26)

Deleted a password?

Learn how to recover a deleted password or passkey.

Recover a recently deleted password

Get to know your Mac

Got a new Mac? Learn the essentials for your model.

[Find the Getting Started guide for your Mac](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/about-your-mac-model- mchl30bc42cb/26/mac/26)

Apple Intelligence

Personal, private—and integrated into macOS.

[Learn more about Apple Intelligence](https://support.apple.com/guide/mac- help/intro-to-apple-intelligence-mchl46361784/26/mac/26)

To explore the Mac User Guide, click Table of Contents at the top of the page, or enter a word or phrase in the search field.

If you need more help, visit the [macOS Support website](https://support.apple.com/macos?cid=ot-nav-mac-psp- helpviewer-09182020).

Not all features and content are available in all countries or regions. Apple Intelligence is available in beta with support for the following languages: English, Danish, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese. Some features may not be available in all languages or regions. For more information on language and feature availability and system requirements, see the Apple Support article How to get Apple Intelligence.

Mac User Guide

• Welcome
• About your Mac model
  • MacBook Neo
  • MacBook Air
  • MacBook Pro
  • iMac
  • Mac mini
  • Mac Studio
  • Mac Pro
• What’s new in macOS Tahoe
• Get to know the desktop
  • Work on the desktop
  • What’s in the menu bar?
  • Quickly change settings
  • What’s in the Apple menu?
  • Search with Spotlight
  • How to use Siri
  • Get notifications
  • Open apps from the Dock
  • Organize your files in the Finder
• Mac basics
  • Connect to the internet
  • Sign in to your Apple Account
  • Set up iCloud
  • Browse the web
  • Preview a file
  • Take a screenshot
  • Change your display’s brightness
  • Adjust the volume
  • Use trackpad and mouse gestures
  • Use Touch ID
  • Print documents
  • Keyboard shortcuts
• Apps
  • Apps on your Mac
  • Open apps
  • Work with app windows
  • Tile app windows
  • Use apps in full screen
  • Use apps in Split View
  • Use Stage Manager
  • Get apps from the App Store
  • Install and reinstall apps from the App Store
  • Install and uninstall other apps
• Files and folders
  • Create and work with documents
  • Open documents
  • Mark up files
  • Combine files into a PDF
  • Organize files on your desktop
  • Organize files with folders
  • Tag files and folders
  • Back up files
  • Restore files
• Personalize your Mac
  • Change System Settings
  • Choose your desktop picture
  • Add and customize widgets
  • Use a screen saver
  • Add a user or group
  • Add your email and other accounts
  • Automate tasks with Shortcuts
  • Create Memoji
  • Change your login picture
  • Change the system language
• Get to know Siri
  • Find out what Siri can do
    • Get information with Siri
    • Call, text, and email with Siri
    • Play music and podcasts with Siri
    • Control your Apple devices and smart home accessories with Siri
    • Use Siri with apps
  • Turn on and activate Siri
  • Customize Siri
• Apple Intelligence
  • Intro to Apple Intelligence
  • Translate messages and calls
  • Create original images with Image Playground
  • Create your own emoji with Genmoji
  • Use Apple Intelligence with Siri
  • Find the right words with Writing Tools
  • Summarize notifications and reduce interruptions
  • Use Apple Intelligence with apps
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Mail
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Messages
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Notes
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Phone
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Photos
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Reminders
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Safari
    • Use Apple Intelligence in Shortcuts
  • Use ChatGPT with Apple Intelligence
  • Apple Intelligence and privacy
  • Block access to Apple Intelligence features
• Beyond Mac basics
  • Set up a Focus to stay on task
  • Block pop-ups in Safari
  • Use Dictation
  • Perform quick actions with hot corners
  • Send emails
  • Send text messages
  • Make a FaceTime call
  • Edit photos and videos
  • Use Live Text to interact with text in a photo
  • Start a Quick Note
  • Get directions
• Use Apple devices together
  • Intro to Continuity
  • Use AirDrop to send items to nearby devices
  • Hand off tasks between devices
  • Control your iPhone from your Mac
  • Copy and paste between devices
  • Stream video and audio with AirPlay
  • Make and receive calls and text messages on your Mac
  • Use your iPhone internet connection with your Mac
  • Share your Wi-Fi password with another device
  • Use iPhone as a webcam
  • Insert sketches, photos, and scans from iPhone or iPad
  • Unlock your Mac with Apple Watch
  • Use your iPad as a second display
  • Use one keyboard and mouse to control Mac and iPad
  • Sync music, books, and more between devices
• Apple Account and iCloud
  • Manage Apple Account settings
  • Set your Apple Account picture
  • What is iCloud?
  • What is iCloud+?
  • Store files in iCloud Drive
  • Share and collaborate on files and folders
  • Manage iCloud storage
  • Use iCloud Photos
• Screen Time
  • Get started with Screen Time
  • Set up Screen Time for yourself
  • Set up Screen Time for a child
  • Track app and device usage
  • Set time limits for apps and websites
  • Set up content and privacy restrictions
• Family Sharing
  • Set up Family Sharing
  • Get Family Sharing recommendations
  • Add family members to a Family Sharing group
  • Remove family members from a Family Sharing group
  • Manage sharing and parental settings
  • Share a Photo Library
  • Collaborate on projects
  • Find content shared with you
  • Find your family and friends
• Watch, play, and learn
  • Play music
  • Watch and listen together with SharePlay
  • Listen to podcasts
  • Watch TV shows and movies
  • Read and listen to books
  • Read the news
  • Write in your journal
  • Track stocks and the market
  • Play games on your Mac
  • Subscribe to Apple services
    • Apple Music
    • Apple TV
    • Apple Arcade
    • Apple News+
    • Apple Podcasts
    • Manage subscriptions in the App Store
    • View your family subscriptions
• Use accessories and hardware
  • Connect an external display
  • Use the camera
  • Connect a wireless accessory
  • Connect a printer to your Mac
  • Connect AirPods to your Mac
  • Optimize your Mac battery life
  • Optimize storage space
  • Burn CDs and DVDs
  • Control accessories in your home
  • Run Windows on your Mac
• Accessibility
  • Get started
  • General
    • Quickly turn accessibility features on or off
    • Turn on accessibility options in the login window
    • Use Accessibility settings while sharing screens
  • Vision
    • Accessibility features for vision
    • Get started with VoiceOver
    • Zoom in on what’s around you
    • Zoom in on your Mac screen
    • Increase font size and icons
    • Adjust the display colors
    • Hover to zoom in on text and colors
    • Listen to or change how text appears in apps
    • Customize onscreen motion
    • Increase the size of what’s on your screen
    • Make the pointer easier to see
    • Have your Mac speak text that’s on the screen
  • Hearing
    • Accessibility features for hearing
    • Get captions of spoken and computer audio
    • Use subtitles and closed captions
    • Set up and use RTT calling
    • Get notified when your name is called
    • Use hearing devices with your Mac
    • Play background sounds
  • Mobility
    • Accessibility features for mobility
    • Use Voice Control commands
    • Use the Accessibility Keyboard
    • Use Full Keyboard Access
    • Use Switch Control
    • Use head pointer
    • Use Dwell
  • Speech
    • Accessibility features for speech
    • Have what you type spoken out loud
    • Create a Personal Voice
    • Use Vocal Shortcuts
    • Have your Mac speak text that’s on the screen
    • Change Siri settings for accessibility
• Privacy and security
  • Control what you share
  • Set up your Mac to be secure
  • Allow apps to see the location of your Mac
  • Use Private Browsing
  • Keep your data safe
  • Understand passwords
  • Change weak or compromised passwords
  • Protect email privacy in Mail
  • Use Sign in with Apple for apps and websites
  • Find a missing device
• Restart, update, reset, and restore
  • Shut down or restart your Mac
  • Start up your Mac in safe mode
  • Keep your Mac up to date
  • Reinstall macOS
  • Erase your Mac
• Resources for your Mac
• Resources for your Apple devices
• Copyright and trademarks

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