Interface Overview
macOS Sonoma is Apple's latest operating system for Mac. The interface is cleaner and more capable than ever: widgets now live directly on the desktop, and iPhone integration is seamless.
macOS Sonoma requires a Mac from 2018 or later. Check compatibility at › About This Mac.
Menu Bar
The menu bar sits at the top of the screen. On the left you'll find the Apple menu and the active app's menu. On the right is the status area with icons for Wi-Fi, battery, Bluetooth, and Control Center.
Dock
The Dock is the app launcher at the bottom of the screen. Drag any icon into the Dock to keep it there. A small dot beneath an icon means the app is currently running.
Desktop & Widgets
In macOS Sonoma you can place widgets directly on the desktop. Click and hold anywhere on the desktop, choose Edit Widgets, and add the ones you want.
Spotlight
Press ⌘ Space to open Spotlight — a universal search for files, apps, websites, and system settings.