Show Bluetooth in the Menu Bar on Mac (Tahoe/Sequoia/Sonoma/Ventura)
Bluetooth is one of the most commonly used features on a Mac. Showing it in the menu bar can help you quickly access Bluetooth settings.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through step by step how to display the Bluetooth icon in the menu bar across different macOS versions, including the latest ones like macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, and Sonoma, as well as earlier versions such as macOS Monterey. Let's get started.
How to Show Bluetooth in the Menu Bar on macOS Tahoe/Sequoia/Sonoma/Ventura
For macOS Monterey and earlier versions, the process is slightly different:
- Click the Apple menu and select Open Settings.
- From the sidebar, click Control Center.
- Find Bluetooth and change"Don't Show in Menu Bar" to "Show in Menu Bar".
How to Show Bluetooth in the Menu Bar on macOS Monterey and Earlier
For macOS Monterey and earlier, the steps are slightly different:
- Click the Apple menu and select System Preferences.
- Go to Bluetooth and open it.
- Check the box that says "Show Bluetooth in menu bar."
An Easier Way to Manage Menu Bar Icons: BuhoBarX
While adding Bluetooth to the menu bar is helpful, many Mac users face a common problem: the menu bar often gets cluttered with too many icons, leaving little or no space for new ones.
That’s where BuhoBarX comes in. BuhoBarX is a smart menu bar manager and organizer that allows you to:
- Hide rarely used icons to reduce clutter.
- Reorder icons for a cleaner layout.
- Instantly access hidden items with a simple click.
- Customize how your menu bar looks and behaves.
- Adjust the spacing between icons.
If you want more control over your entire menu bar experience, BuhoBarX is the perfect solution.
Final Thoughts
It’s easy to show Bluetooth in the menu bar on your Mac, whether you’re using macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, or Monterey.
And if you want an even better way to manage your menu bar, give BuhoBarX a try. It helps you keep your Mac’s top menu neat, organized, and efficient.
Clare Phang has been captivated by the world of Apple products since the launch of the iconic iPhone in 2007. With a wealth of experience, Clare is your go-to source for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and all things Apple.