[Full Guide] How to Download and Install macOS Monterey

macOS Monterey was released on October 25, 2021, and it's one of the major macOS versions. Even though the newest one is macOS Sonoma, many people still need macOS Monterey for testing apps or because they prefer it.

If you're one of them, follow this guide to learn how to download and install macOS Monterey on your Mac.

Also Read: macOS Monterey Slow? 8 Proven Ways to Fix It

What Are the Requirements to Install macOS Monterey?

Before we start, let's take a look at the requirements to install macOS Monterey.

Supported Devices

• iMac (late 2015 and later)
• Mac Pro (late 2013 and later)
• iMac Pro (2017 and later)
• Mac Mini (late 2014 and later)
• MacBook Air (early 2015 and later)
• MacBook (early 2016 and later)
• MacBook Pro (early 2015 and later)

System Requirements

• Operating System: macOS 10.12 or later
• Storage Space: 25 GB - 30 GB
• RAM: At least 4 GB

How to Download macOS Monterey

The latest macOS version is macOS Sonoma. If you still want to install macOS Monterey, follow the steps below to download the macOS installer first.

1. Click this link to find macOS Monterey in the App Store.
2. Click the Get button.

   

3. Click the Download button and wait for the downloading process to complete.

   

How to Install macOS Monterey

After downloading, the macOS Monterey installer should open automatically. All you need to do is follow the installation instructions.

If you try to open the installer and it says "Install macOS Monterey cannot be opened from a newer version of macOS," it means your Mac is running macOS Ventura or later. In this case, you can downgrade your macOS or prepare an external drive, format it correctly, and then install macOS Monterey on it. (For detailed steps, refer to How to Install macOS on an External Drive.)

To find the downloaded macOS Monterey installer, open Finder > Applications, and locate an app named "Install macOS Monterey".

The Bottom Line

Now that you've learned how to download and install macOS Monterey on your Mac, go ahead and install it to experience it yourself.

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