How to Add Interactive Widgets to Your Mac

Have you ever wanted to bring your Mac’s desktop to life with interactive widgets? With the introduction of macOS Sonoma, you can do just that! In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process of adding and customizing widgets on your Mac desktop.

Step 1: Access Notification Center

Begin by clicking on the date in the menu bar. This action will open the Notification Center.

Step 2: Navigate to Widget Settings

Scroll down to the bottom of the Notification Center and click on “Edit Widgets.” This will lead you to the widget gallery, where the magic begins.

Step 3: Adding Widgets to Your Desktop

Now, you have two options. You can either drag a widget directly from the gallery onto your desktop or pull it out of the Notification Center onto the desktop. This flexibility allows you to curate your desktop experience seamlessly.

Step 4: Finalizing Your Setup

Once you’ve positioned your widgets to your satisfaction, click “Done” to close the widget gallery. Your desktop is now transformed into a dynamic and interactive workspace.

Step 5: Incorporating iPhone Widgets

Take your desktop customization to the next level by adding widgets from your iPhone. Ensure that your iPhone is nearby, connected to the same Apple ID, and follow these simple steps:

Right-click on the desktop and select “Edit Widgets.”
In the widget gallery, choose the app you want to incorporate. If the widget is sourced from your iPhone, it will display “From iPhone.”
Drag the desired widget to the desktop and click “Done.”
Now, your desktop is not only a reflection of your Mac apps but also includes widgets seamlessly synced with your iPhone.

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Step 6: Interact and Enjoy

Once placed, these widgets aren’t just static elements. You can interact with them directly from your desktop. Whether it’s checking off reminders or staying updated on the latest information, your desktop becomes a dynamic hub of activity.

And there you have it – a vibrant, interactive desktop experience on your Mac. Now you can do more right from your desktop, effortlessly blending work and play.

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