With macOS Tahoe, Apple has revamped the Control Center, making it more customizable than ever before. Thanks largely to the introduction of an ever-growing gallery of controls, you can design your CC using your favorite buttons and get rid of the ones that are irrelevant.
Whether you want quick access to Focus modes, display brightness, or audio output, macOS Tahoe lets you fully customize which controls appear and where. In this guide, I’ll show you how to easily edit and rearrange the Control Center controls on your Mac to better fit your workflow and make essential tools just a click away.
- To get started, click on the Control Center icon at the top right on your Mac.
- Now, hit the Edit Controls button.
- In the left sidebar, choose the preferred control.
- After that, click on the specific control and add it to the Control Center or the menu bar based on your needs.
- On the right pane, you should see a variety of buttons. Scroll to find the desired one and click on it. Then, you can decide to show it in the menu bar or the control center.
- Alternatively, you can just drag a control from the Controls Gallery and place it at the preferred spot in the menu bar or the Control Center.
- To perfectly rearrange the icons in the Control Center or the Menu Bar, just drag an icon and drop it at the right spot.
- And if you want to remove an icon from the Control Center, just click on the “Minus” button located right above a particular icon.
- If you’d like to get rid of a menu bar icon, right-click on it and choose Remove.
- Once you have customized the controls, click on the empty area of the screen or on the Done button to confirm.
And that’s how you can fine-tune the Control Center controls in macOS Tahoe. By tailoring it to your needs, you can streamline your Mac experience and boost your productivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is macOS Tahoe, and how is it different from previous macOS versions?
macOS Tahoe is the latest version of Apple’s desktop operating system, offering enhanced performance, improved multitasking features, and deeper integration with iPhone and iPad through iPhone Mirroring and Continuity upgrades. It also includes redesigned apps, better AI-powered system suggestions, and more privacy controls compared to macOS Sonoma.
2. What are the new features in macOS Tahoe?
Key features in macOS Tahoe include iPhone Mirroring, a revamped Control Center, smart window snapping, system-wide AI suggestions, enhanced widgets, new Safari privacy tools, and improved integration with iOS 18 features. It also introduces better battery optimization and a refined visual design.
3. How do I install macOS Tahoe on my Mac?
To install macOS Tahoe, go to System Settings > General > Software Update. If your Mac is compatible and the update is available, click “Upgrade Now” and follow the on-screen instructions. Ensure you back up your data using Time Machine or another method before upgrading.
