:summary[**Summary**: In this post, two ways to download photos from iCloud to iPhone and Mac will be introduced in detail. Just keep reading!]

There may be times that you want to download photos from iCloud so that you can delete them and get more free iCloud space. Or you just want to download the photos to your device for more convenience.

And here are mainly two ways to download photos from iCloud to iPhone and Mac:

1. Via the Apple Photos app.
2. Via icloud.com.

Let's learn how to download photos from iCloud now.

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## Check How Much Space the Photos Take Up on iCloud

Before learning how to download photos from iCloud to iPhone and Mac, it's important to check how much space the photos take up on iCloud and the free storage of your devices, or you may fail to download the photos from iCloud for iPhone/Mac storage full.

* Check how much space the photos take up on iCloud:

**For Mac:**

1. Go to icloud.com in your Safari or Google Chrome and sign in with your Apple ID.
2. Click your user's icon at the top right corner.
3. Click **iCloud Settings**＞Switch to **Your iCloud Storage**.

**For iPhone:**

1.    Open **Settings**.
2.    Tap your name at the top＞**iCloud**＞**Manage Account Storage**.

![Check iCloud Storage](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_icloud_storage_60bdc8d717.png)

After checking how much space the photos take up on iCloud, go to see if your device has enough space to download these photos. If not, [clear your storage](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-storage-on-iphone) first.

* And here is how to check your device storage:

**For Mac:**

System Settings＞General＞Storage.

**For iPhone:**

Settings＞General＞iPhone Storage.

If you want to clear your Mac storage, here is a professional and powerful Mac cleaner - [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) for you. It offers you [duplicate photos cleaning](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/find-and-delete-duplicate-photos-mac), flash cleaning, large files cleaning, etc. Using it, you can free up enough space for downloading photos from iCloud to your Mac.

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## How to Download Photos from iCloud 

Now that you already checked your iCloud storage and your device's storage, it's time to download photos from iCloud to your iPhone and Mac. No matter you want to download photos from iCloud to iPhone or Mac, there are two quick ways.


### How to Download Photos from iCloud to iPhone

The first method to download photos from iCloud to iPhone is via the Apple Photos app. And this method will automatically download full-size copies of your photos. If you want to select a specific photo or photos, skip to the icloud.com way.

* **Downloading photos from iCloud to iPhone via the Apple Photos app:**
 
 1. Open **Settings**.
 2. Tap your name at the top＞**iCloud**＞**Photos**.
 3. Turn on **sync this iPhone**＞**Download and Keep Originals**.

Another method to download photos from iCloud to iPhone is via icloud.com. This method allows you to select specific photos. 

* **Here is how to get photos from iCloud to iPhone via icloud.com:**

1. Go to icloud.com via your iPhone's browser and sign in with your Apple ID.
2.  Tap **Photos**.
3.  Tap **Select** at the right corner. 
4.  Select the photos you want to download＞**Info** button＞**Download**.

### How to Download Photos from iCloud to Mac

Downloading photos from iCloud to Mac is similar to iPhone. And there are the same two ways to do it: via the Apple Photos app and icloud.com.

* **Here is how to download photos from iCloud to Mac via Photos:**

1. Open **Photos** app via **Spotlight**.
2. Click **Photos Menu**＞**Settings**＞**iCloud**.
3. Check **Download Originals to this Mac**.

* **Here is how to download photos from iCloud to Mac via icloud.com:**

1. Go to icloud.com via your Mac's browser and sign in with your Apple ID.
2. Tap **Photos**.
3. Click the photo you want to download. (If you want to download multiple photos, just click one photo＞press and hold **Command** key＞select photos you want to download one by one.)
4. Click the download icon and then Download. (Choose **Unmodified Original** or **Most Compatible** according to your needs.)
   ![Download Photos from iCloud](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/download_photos_from_icloud_964da274cd.png)
   
:note[If you want to upload or download photos and videos manually, iCloud Drive is a good choice. Disabling iCloud photo syncing, but turn on iCloud Drive. This allows you to manage your photos and videos with more freedom. ]{notetype=Tip}   


## How to Download Photos from Shared Albums

Shared Albums are convenient for users who want to share or invite their friends or families to share photos and videos. 

The photos and videos you share stay in iCloud until you or the contributor delete them manually, or until you delete the shared albums completely.

There may be times that you want to store photos your friends or families upload in Shared Albums. And here is how to download photos from Shared Albums:

**For  iPhone:**

1. Open **Photos** app＞**Shared Albums**.
2. Tap the photo or video.
3. Tap the share button.
4. Tap **Save Image** or **Save Video**.

**For Mac:**

When you share photos and videos with someone, they can save the shared items to their own library.

1. Open **Photos**＞select **Shared Album** from the left-hand menu.
2. Select the photo or video you want to download,
3. Control-click a photo or video＞click **Import**.

:p[Final Words]{.h2}

This post covers everything you may want to know about downloading photos from iCloud to iPhone and Mac. Just follow the tutorial to do it!

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:summary[**Summary**: This post introduces 5 ways to help you force shut down your Mac if it stops responding. 10 tips to help you fix Mac won’t shut down are also included.]

You can click Apple > Shut Down to turn off your Mac normally.

However, if you can’t shut down your Mac using the normal method or your Mac computer is completely unresponsive, you may want to force shut down it. This post introduces 5 ways to let you easily force shut down Mac or MacBook Pro/Air.

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:alsoread[[10 Tips to Fix AirDrop Not Working on Mac or iPhone/iPad](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-airdrop-not-working-mac-iphone)]

## Way 1. Force Shut Down Mac with Power Button

The easiest way to force close your Mac is to use the Power button. You can press and hold the Power button on your Mac or MacBook. After about 10 seconds, your Mac will completely shut down and turns to a black screen. After that, if you want, you can press the Power button again to restart your Mac.

## Way 2. How to Force Shut Down Mac with Keyboard

If you want to turn off your Mac if it freezes, you can press the **Command + Option + Control + Power** keyboard shortcut. Hold these keys for about 10 seconds until your Mac is powered off completely.

## Way 3. Force Turn Off Mac with Terminal

If you can still open apps on your Mac, you can use the Terminal app to force shut down your Mac. You can click Spotlight Search to search and open the Terminal app. Then you can type the command `sudo shutdown -h now` and press Enter to shut down your Mac immediately.

If you want to set a shutdown timer to turn off your Mac, you can use time in this command. For instance, you can type `sudo shutdown -h +60` and press Enter. Your Mac will shut down in an hour.

## Way 4. Disconnect the Power Cable to Force Close Mac

If the above two ways don’t work, you can unplug the power cord from the back of your Mac desktop computer and your Mac will be shut down.

## Way 5. Remove the Battery to Force Shut Down Mac

If your MacBook has a removable battery and none of the above ways work to shut down it, you may choose to remove its battery. Wait for a while and reinsert the battery, and press the Power button to turn on your MacBook.

:note[Before you conduct a force shutdown on your Mac, you should first try to save any currently opened files, quit currently running apps, and eject external devices. You should not often force shut down your Mac computer and it should be used as a last resort when it becomes completely unresponsive. It's recommended to try to restart Mac first if it is frozen. Still, you should save your work regularly and better make a backup to prevent data loss.]{notetype=note}

## 10 Other Tips to Fix Mac Won’t Shut Down

If you can’t shut down your Mac computer, below are some other tips to help you fix Mac won’t shut down issue.

Tip 1. Close all open apps and files before shutting down your Mac.

Tip 2. If the problem is caused by a particular app, you can update or uninstall and reinstall the app.

Tip 3. Unplug any connected external devices on your Mac.

Tip 4. [Update your Mac to the latest version](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/update-mac).

Tip 5. Repair the disk with [Disk Utility](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/disk-utility-mac) if your Mac startup disk has some problems.

Tip 6. Scan and remove any malware or virus on your Mac if your Mac won’t shut down.

Tip 7. [Start your Mac in Safe Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/start-mac-in-safe-mode) to troubleshoot the problems on your Mac.

Tip 8. Run Apple Diagnostics to detect and fix Mac hardware issues.

Tip 9. Back up your Mac and try to [reinstall macOS](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/reinstall-macos).

Tip 10. Contact Apple Support for help if you still can’t shut down your Mac.

## Make Your Mac Run Faster with BuhoCleaner

If your Mac runs slow and runs out of space, you can use BuhoCleaner to release more free space for your Mac.

[BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) is a professional Mac cleaner program that helps you clean up Mac space and boost your Mac’s speed.

You can use this application to scan and remove junk files on your Mac with one click. It also lets you completely uninstall unwanted apps on your Mac. You can also use it to find and delete large files and duplicate files on your Mac. To boost the startup speed for your Mac, you can use the Startup Items feature that lets you manage startup items on your Mac. More professional Mac cleanup features are included in this software.

Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac computer and try it now.

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:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

How to force shut down Mac? This post offers 5 ways with detailed explanations. Still, 10 tips to help you fix Mac won’t shut down are also provided for your reference. A Mac cleaner app is provided to help you [speed up your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-slow-mac) and free up disk space. Hope it helps.



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:summary[**Summary**: Zoom is one of the most popular free online communication platforms. This post teaches you how to download and install Zoom for Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, Chrome, etc.]

Learn how to download Zoom for Mac, Windows 10/11, iPhone/iPad, or Android devices below.

:toc

:alsoread[[10 Tips to Fix AirDrop Not Working on Mac or iPhone/iPad](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-airdrop-not-working-mac-iphone)]

## What Is Zoom?

[Zoom](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zoom_%28software%29), also known as Zoom Meetings, is a video communication software program developed by Zoom Video Communications. It is a popular collaboration platform that supports online video meetings, audio conferencing, team chat, webinars, VoIP phones, whiteboard, email and calendar, and more.

The free plan of Zoom supports up to 100 concurrent participants for meetings lasting up to 40 minutes. It may be enough for small businesses.

Zoom is available for Mac, PC, iOS, Android, Linux, ChromeOS, Chrome, Firefox, Outlook, etc. Check the detailed guide below for how to download Zoom for Mac, Windows, and other devices or platforms.

## How to Download Zoom for Mac

1. Open a web browser on your Mac and go to [https://zoom.us/download](https://zoom.us/download).
2. In Zoom Download Center, you can click the **Download** button under **Zoom Desktop Client** to immediately download the Zoom installer file to your computer. If you use an Apple Silicon Mac, you can click the specified link under the Download button to download the corresponding Zoom installer file.
3. After downloading, you can click the **zoominstallerFull.pkg** file to launch the Zoom installer. Alternatively, you can go to Finder > Downloads to find and double-click the **Zoom.pkg** file.
4. Once the Zoom Installer window opens, you can click Continue and follow the on-screen instructions to install Zoom on your Mac.

Zoom for Mac system requirement: macOS 10.9 and later.

:note[To download and install the Zoom application on macOS, you may need to change your security and privacy settings to download apps from identified developers. You can click Apple > System Settings > Privacy and Security, and check the “App Store and identified developers” option under “Allow applications downloaded from”.]{notetype=Tip}

### Bonus Tip: How to Completely Uninstall Zoom App on Mac

If the Zoom app has problems and you want to uninstall and reinstall it, you can try [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner). BuhoCleaner is a professional Mac cleaner program to let you flash clean your Mac, [completely uninstall apps](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac) without leftovers, find and delete large or duplicate files, and more. You can use it to free up Mac space and speed up Mac from various aspects.

Download and install BuhoCleaner on your Mac and use it to completely uninstall the Zoom app.

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1. Launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click App Uninstall in the left panel.
3. Find and select Zoom in the right window. You can click the Search icon to search for it.
4. Click the Remove button to uninstall Zoom on your Mac and delete all related files.

![completely uninstall Zoom on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_unistall_apps_with_buhocleaner_f6e5630168.png)

## How to Download and Install Zoom for Windows

1. To get the Zoom desktop client for Windows 10/11 PC, you can go to **https://zoom.us/download** to open Zoom Download Center.
2. Click the **Download** button under the **Zoom Desktop Client** section.
3. Click the **ZoomInstallerFull.exe** file at the bottom-left corner of the browser to launch the Zoom installer. Follow the instructions to install the Zoom desktop app on your Windows 10/11 computer.

Zoom for Windows system requirement: Windows 11/10/8/7.

## Download Zoom App for iPhone/iPad from App Store

1. To get the Zoom mobile app for iOS devices, you can open App Store on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Search for “Zoom” in the search box.
3. After you get to the **Zoom – One Platform to Connect** screen, you can tap the **Get** button to start to download Zoom app on your iPhone/iPad.

Zoom for iOS system requirement: iOS 8 and later.

## Zoom App Download for Android

1. To install Zoom APK for Android phones or tablets, you can open Google Play Store on your device.
2. Search for Zoom in Google Play Store and tap Zoom – One Platform to Connect.
3. Tap the **Install** button to start downloading and installing the Zoom app on your Android device.

Zoom Android app system requirement: Android 5.0 and later.

## Install Zoom Extension for Chrome Browser

If you like, you can also add the Zoom extension for your Chrome or Firefox browser. It allows you to start or schedule your Zoom meeting with a single click from your browser.

**Zoom for Chrome:**

1. To install the Zoom extension for Chrome, you can also go to the Zoom Download Center.
2. Click the **Download in Chrome Web Store** button under the Zoom Extension for Browsers section. It will take you to the Zoom Scheduler extension page in Chrome Web Store.
3. Click the **Add to Chrome** button to add the extension.

Alternatively, you can directly open Chrome Web Store to search and install the Zoom Chrome extension.

**Zoom for Firefox:**

You can click the **Download in Firefox Add-ons** button in the download center of Zoom. This will open the Zoom Scheduler extension page in the Firebox Add-ons center.

Still, you can also directly search for Zoom in the Firebox Add-ons center to install this extension for your Firefox browser.

## Add Zoom Plugin for Microsoft Outlook

If you use Outlook a lot, you can also add the Zoom plugin for Outlook which enables you to easily start or schedule a meeting with one click in Outlook.

1. You can go to Zoom Download Center. Click the Download or Add Zoom button under Zoom Plugin for Microsoft Outlook to get the Zoom add-in for Outlook.
2. After installation, you can find the Zoom plugin button in the Microsoft Outlook toolbar or sidebar. You can click it to easily start a meeting.

:p[Verdict]{.h2}

This post introduces how to download Zoom for Mac, Windows, iPhone/iPad, and Android. Simple instructions to add the Zoom extension or plugin for Chrome, Firefox, or Outlook are also included.


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:summary[**Summary**: In this post, the solutions to sound not working on MacBook will be introduced in detail. Follow the tutorial to get access to your MacBook sound again!]

No matter in daily life or at work, many Apple users have feedback that they have encountered MacBook sound not working issues. 

The sound not working on MacBook reasons varies from actual situations. In this post, the possible reasons and practical fixes will be introduced in order. Just keep reading!

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:alsoread[[9 Ways to Fix Mac Not Charging](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-mac-not-charging)]

## Possible Reasons for MacBook Sound Not Working

Before introducing the practical solutions to fix your MacBook sound not working, you'd better learn more about possible reasons why your MacBook sound not working. The most common reasons for sound not working on MacBook are listed below:

* The sound was muted occasionally but you don't notice it.
* You connected your MacBook with Bluetooth last time and forgot to disconnect it until now.
* You turned the volume to the lowest.
* Peripherals error.
* Old macOS version.
* Wrong output device selection.

## How to Fix Sound Not Working on MacBook

Now that you already figured out what may cause the sound not working on MacBook, let's learn some practical ways to fix it. It is recommended that you go from the easy method to the complex method one by one to troubleshoot the causes. 

### 1. Check if You Turn on Mute

In most cases, your MacBook speakers not working maybe you turn on the Mute. It's common for users to turn Mute on and forget to turn off it. 

And here is how to check if the Mute is turned on:

1. Click the Apple icon on the top left.
2. Click **System Settings**＞**Sound**.
3. Scroll down and check if you enabled **Mute**.

![Check if Mute Is Enabled](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_if_mute_is_enabled_d003e9187b.png)

### 2. Check if You Turn the Volume to the Lowest

In the case that you turn the volume to the lowest, it will seem like your MacBook volume not working. Maybe you turn the volume to the lowest while you pick up a call. And after that, you forget to turn the volume to normal.

The check way is the same as what is mentioned above. Just check **Output volume** above **Mute** to troubleshoot the cause.

Also, you can check this via **Control Center** on the **Menu Bar**.
   ![Check if You Turn the Volume to the Lowest](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_if_you_turn_the_volume_to_the_lowest_993069af78.png)

### 3. Check if You Select the Wrong Output Device

There may be more than one output device on your Mac. So if you select the wrong output device, there would be no sound out from your MacBook. 

Go to the Sound Settings via the above method and check if you select the right output device. If not, reselect the sound device next to **Play sound effects though**. 

Or you can directly open **Control Center** on the **Menu Bar**. Click the Sound part, and select the right sound device.
   ![Check if You Select the Right Output Device](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_if_you_select_the_right_output_device_b80b016eb3.png)

### 4. Check if You Enable Bluetooth

In the case that you enable and connect Bluetooth, you may not hear a voice out from your MacBook. Wear your Bluetooth earphone or headphone to see if there is any sound in it. If yes, just disconnect Bluetooth, and you will hear sound from your MacBook again. 

To disconnect Bluetooth, you can go to **System Settings**＞**Bluetooth**. Or find it in the **Control Center**.


### 5. Restart the Sound Controller via Activity Monitor

The sound controller issue may also be a cause for your MacBook sound not working. In this case, all you need to do is to restart the sound controller. And you can restart it via **Activity Monitor**.

And here is how to restart the sound controller via **Activity Monitor**:

1. Open **Spotlight** and enter **Activity Monitor**.
2. Enter **coreaudiod** in the search box.
3. Select it and click the **X** button to quit it.
   ![Restart the Sound Controller via Activity Monitor](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/restart_the_sound_controller_via_activity_monitor_cd674e165e.png)
4. Wait for the sound controller to restart automatically.

### 6. Restart Your MacBook

Restarting your Mac can fix some occasional errors on your MacBook. After you tried the above methods but still failed, you can restart your MacBook to see if it works. And after restarting, if the sound is back to normal, then it may be the occasional errors.

### 7. Update macOS
 
Sometimes, an outdated macOS version always brings users some unexpected errors. Check your macOS version in **About This Mac** or **System Settings**. If your macOS version is not the newest one, then update it.
 
 ![Update macOS](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/update_mac_OS_56fbf5d7a2.png)
 
 
### 8. Uninstall and Reinstall Problematic App

The problematic app may lead to an unresponsive MacBook. So it's important to uninstall the problematic app completely. Manually cleaning may not be thorough. It is recommended that you pick a professional Mac cleaner to do this.

[BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) is one of the best Mac cleaners. It helps you uninstall problematic apps quickly and completely. 

Besides uninstalling problematic apps, it also offers you other features like flash clean, large files clean, duplicates clean, startup items management, disk space analysis, etc. Exploring more in this Mac cleaner.

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### 9. Hardware Issue (Contact Apple)

If all the above methods don't work, there may be a hardware issue with your MacBook. Recall that if you drop your MacBook or if there is water damage. If yes, contact Apple for help.

Besides the above 9 methods, Using the Terminal and resetting SMC, etc. may also be helpful. If you are familiar with Terminal, you can go and check the detailed tutorial and follow it.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

This post introduces the possible reasons and practical fixes for MacBook sound not working. Try these fixes to access your MacBook sound again.

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:summary[Is your Mac running slow? Don't worry. Here you'll learn some tweaks to speed up your Mac.]

All Macs slow down over time. And the reasons behind it are various. When your Mac starts to slow down, you may find your apps are becoming unresponsive. [The rainbow wheel keeps spinning](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/stop-spinning-wheel-mac), or even worse, your Mac freezes.

It's not hard to imagine how inconvenient a slow Mac can be to your work and life. But don't worry, we’re here to help! In this article, we’ll walk you through 9 practical ways to speed up your Mac.

Just keep reading!

:toc

:alsoread[[macOS Ventura Slow? 7 Ways to Speed It Up](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/speed-up-macos-ventura)]


## Why Is My Mac So Slow?

Working on a slow Mac is really frustrating. But before we learn how to speed up Mac, let’s take a look at the possible reasons why your Mac is running slow.

A variety of reasons can lead to a slow Mac. The main ones are:

* Not enough Mac memory usage.
* Too many processes running in the backstage.
* Too many startup items.
* Outdated macOS.
* Mac hardware problems.

## How to Fix Your Slow Mac

Now that you know why your Mac is running slow, let's see how to speed it up. Here are some ways you can try.

### Restart Mac

If you feel your Mac is running slowly, restart it first, as restarting can fix some Mac issues. Simply click the Apple menu and select Restart. Before doing so, make sure to save the file you are editing to avoid losing any data.

### Optimize Mac Storage

The amount of free Mac memory usage is directly related to your Mac performance. Fortunately, Macs running macOS Sierra and later have a built-in storage optimization feature that automatically frees up some space for you when you're running low on storage.

To find out how your storage is being used and how much free space is left, click the Apple menu > System Settings > General > Storage.

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Under the storage bar, you'll see some optimization recommendations. All you need to do is optimize your Mac as suggested.

![Optimize Mac Storage](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/optimize_mac_storage_3_cbe0a2d7cb.png?width=500)

### Clear Up Useless Files on Mac

When you use your Mac, you will inevitably download a lot of files. Some files may be of no use to you, but you didn’t delete them in time. As a result, they take up a lot of your precious space.

Files that can be safely deleted include DMG files, files in the trash, [duplicate files](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/find-and-delete-duplicate-files-on-mac), corrupted files, and unrecognizable files. In addition, caches and logs from the system, applications and users can also be cleaned freely.

If you want to quickly delete unwanted files from your Mac, use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner), which is one of the best Mac cleaners. It can clean up all kinds of junk files on your Mac with one click. Click the button below to try it out quickly.

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### Uninstall Unwanted Apps

Apps can also take up a lot of Mac memory usage. Have you noticed some apps you haven't used for a long time? Or may they never be used since they were installed? Whether or not you have enough storage space, it is recommended that you [remove them from your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac).

Dragging an app to the trash does not completely remove it. Its supporting files are still on your hard drive. As you know, it is not easy to find and delete them manually. But if you have BuhoCleaner at hand, you can save a lot of time and effort. 

Beyond a Mac cleaner, BuhoCleaner is also an easy-to-use [app uninstaller](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-free-app-uninstallers-for-mac) that can completely delete multiple apps with one click, including stubborn antivirus software like Avast and [Bitdefender](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-bitdefender-mac).

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Follow the steps below:

1. Download, install, and open BuhoCleaner. 
2. Click on **App Uninstall** in the sidebar, and you will see all installed apps.
3. Filter and select the apps you don’t need, then click the **Remove** button.

![Quickly Uninstall Apps on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_unwanted_apps_mac_buhocleaner_95e50342e1.png)

### Stop Resource-Hogging Processes
                               
As we mentioned above, having too many programs running in the background can make your Mac run slowly. They consume so much Mac memory usage and CPU resources that your Mac may not have enough resources to complete your operations.
   
Activity Monitor is a handy tool that allows you to check which processes are eating your CPU and memory. You can quickly launch it with Spotlight. With it open, find unused programs and processes, select them, and click Stop in the toolbar to quit or force quit them.

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### Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs

Startup programs are apps and services that launch automatically when you log into your Mac. The more they are open, the slower your Mac boots up. If your Mac is slow due to too many startup programs. It’s time to disable those unnecessary ones. 

Here's how to remove startup programs on your Mac:

1. Click the Apple menu and select **System Settings**.
2. Click **General** >**Login Items**, and you will see a list of apps that automatically open when your Mac starts. 
3. Select the app you want to remove, then click the **Minus (-)** button.

![Remove Login Items on Mac Ventura](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_login_items_mac_ventura_435da705ff.png?width=700)

:note[The steps are slightly different on macOS Ventura.]{notetype=Tip}

In fact, in addition to the login items in the list, there may be other unnecessary launch services such as Launch Agents and Launch Daemons.

The free Startups feature built into BuhoCleaner can help you manage all your login items and services more easily. Click [here](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) to download and try it out.

### Delete Browser Extensions and Plugins

You probably have added many extensions and plugins to your browser to improve your experience with it. However, these extensions and plugins are automatically launched every time you open your browser, which adds a lot of pressure to your memory.

Therefore, to avoid running out of memory space, you’d better remove the extensions and plugins you don’t need from your browser.

**Safari:** 

1. Open the Safari browser.
2. Click the Safari menu and select Preferences. 
3. Click the Extensions tab, select the extension you want to uninstall, and click the Uninstall button next to it.
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**Chrome:** 

1. Open Chrome. 
2. Click the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner and select More Tools > Extensions.
3. Disable or remove unneeded extensions according to your needs.

![Remove Chrome Extensions](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/remove_chrome_extensions_8a54729c49.png)

:note[Having too many browser tabs open can also degrade your Mac performance. It is recommended that you close unused tabs in a timely manner.]{notetype=Tip}


### Keep macOS and Apps Up to Date

Thanks to Apple's continuous optimizations and updates, macOS has become smoother and faster. If you haven't updated your macOS in a long time, you better do it now.

Simply click the Apple menu > System Settings > General > Software Update to update your macOS to the latest macOS compatible with your Mac. 

![Keep Your Mac Updated](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/update_macos_ventura_c9ba0642a0.png?width=700)

Related Articles:

* [What To Do When Mac Won't Update](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/cant-update-mac)
* [How to Back Up Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/back-up-mac)

If you want your apps to run faster, it's best to keep them up to date as well. Go to the App Store, click Update, and then update your apps to the latest version.


### Replacing or Upgrading Mac Hardware


The steps above to speed up your Mac may not work on old Macs, which have very limited hardware. To fix this kind of slow Mac, replace or upgrade the hardware first.

:p[The Bottom Line]{.h2}

Hopefully, by following the steps above, you've made a noticeable improvement in the performance of your Mac. 

Note that here we've only listed some of the main mac slow fixes. In fact, there are many more steps to try, such as [rebuild Spotlight index](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/rebuild-spotlight-index), declutter your desktop, reduce visual effects, reset PRAM and SMC, move large files to an external hard drive or cloud, add more RAM, disable FileVault encryption, etc.

Just try this AI cleaner to speed up Mac. Get ready for embracing a new speed-up Mac from now! 


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Mac Running Slow? 9 Ways to Fix a Slow Mac 

All Macs slow down over time. And the reasons behind it are various. When your Mac starts to slow down, you may find your apps are becoming unresponsive. The rainbow wheel keeps spinning, or even worse, your Mac freezes.

It's hard to imagine how inconvenient a slow Mac can be to your work and life. But don't worry, we’re here to help! In this article, we’ll walk you through 9 practical ways to speed up your Mac.

[2023] Mac Running Slow? 9 Ways to Fix a Slow Mac

:summary[iPhone is frozen and won't let you tap anywhere to turn it off? Read on to find out what to do.]

When you are using your iPhone and it suddenly freezes, preventing you from turning it off, you may be wondering why and what you should do. Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will explain the reasons why an iPhone won't shut down and provide solutions to fix the issue.

Let's get started.

:toc

:alsoread[[How to Fix "iPhone Black Screen of Death" - 8 Ways](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-iphone-black-screen-of-death)]

## Why Won't My iPhone Turn Off?

First, let's find out the reasons why your iPhone won't shut down. Here are the main causes:

* Software problems: App issues, conflicts between apps, system errors, and more.
* iPhone freezing: [Apps freeze](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/force-quit-on-mac), preventing any interaction.
* iPhone button problem: The button is malfunctioning or broken.
* Hardware problem: There is an issue with your iPhone's hardware or an internal component.

## What to Do When Your iPhone Won't  Turn Off

Now that you know the reasons behind iPhone not turning off, let's troubleshoot it.

### Force Restart iPhone

The best and easiest way to troubleshoot is to force restart your iPhone. Here's what you should do:

* **For iPhone 8 or Later:**

    Press and quickly release the **Volume Up** button. Press and quickly release the **Volume Down** button. Press and hold the **Side** button, then release it when you see the Apple Logo screen.

* **For iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus:**

    Press the **Volume Down** and **Power** buttons at the same time, and release them until you see the Apple Logo screen appear.


* **iPhone 6 or Earlier:**

    Press the **Home** button and **Power** button at the same time, and release them when you see the Apple logo screen on your iPhone.
    
:note[Forcing an iPhone restart will close all running apps and programs on it, which may result in data loss.]{notetype=Tip}

### Update/Restore iPhone

Is your iPhone still not shutting down even after a hard reset? There might be a software issue with your iPhone. In such cases, updating iOS or restoring your iPhone would be the best options available.

1. Connect your iPhone to your computer.
2. Open Finder on macOS Catalina or later, and iTunes on Windows and macOS Mojave and earlier.
3. Click the iPhone icon in Finder or iTunes.
4. If you see the image below, click Update or Restore iPhone to fix your iPhone won't turn off.
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5. If not, you need to [put your iPhone into recovery mode](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/get-iphone-into-and-out-of-recovery-mode). 
6. Click Update or Restore iPhone according to your needs.
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:note[Note that restoring your iPhone will erase all content and settings on your iPhone while updating will not. If you don't have an iPhone backup, select Update.]{notetype=Note}

### Get iPhone Repaired

If none of the above methods work for you, the problem may be caused by your hardware. To get your iPhone back on track, get help from Apple Support or a trusted Apple repair store.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Force restarting is the safest way to fix the issue of iPhone not turning off. If it doesn't help, try updating or restoring your iPhone. However, note that restoring may result in data loss. It is recommended that you only do this after [backing up your iPhone](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/backup-iphone-to-mac).

An iPhone that won't turn off due to a hardware problem can only be repaired by a professional. If you don't want to encounter further issues, refrain from attempting to fix it yourself.

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iPhone Won't Turn Off? Here're 3 Fixes

iPhone is frozen and won't let you tap anywhere to turn it off? Read on to find out what to do.

iPhone Won't Turn Off? Here're 3 Fixes [2023]

:summary[**Summary**: This post teaches you how to update your Mac to the latest version, how to enable automatic updates on your Mac, how to update apps on your Mac, and how to fix Mac won’t update issue.]

You can update Mac to the latest version to get new features and security patches, fix system bugs, etc. Learn how to update your Mac OS below.

:toc

:alsoread[[How to Reinstall macOS (Ventura) with Recovery Mode or USB](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/reinstall-macos)]

## How to Update Mac OS to the Latest Version

**On macOS Ventura:**

1. Click the **Apple** menu icon at the top-left corner of your Mac screen and click **System Settings**.
2. Click **General** in the left panel.
3. Click **Software Update** in the right window. Your Mac will start automatically checking for updates.
 ![software update Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/software_update_mac_28bacbd3a5.png)
4. After checking, if it shows some updates are available for your Mac, you can click the **Update Now** button to update your Mac to the latest version.
![how to update Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/update_mac_e0e303934f.png)
5. Alternatively, you can click **More Info** to check the detailed information on the newer available Mac OS updates. Select the preferred update and click the **Install Now** button to install the update.

If it says your Mac is up-to-date after checking, then there are no newer software updates available for your Mac.

**On macOS Monterey – Mojave:**

1. You can click Apple > System Preferences.
2. In the System Preferences window, click Software Update.
3. It will automatically check available updates for your macOS. Click Update Now or Upgrade Now to update your Mac OS to the latest version.

**On macOS High Sierra or earlier:**

1. Older Macs may not include the Software Update feature. You can open App Store on your Mac.
2. Click the **Updates** tab in App Store and it will check for updates for your Mac.
3. Check all the updates available next to Software Update.
4. Click the Update button to install all updates. You can also click More to see all pending updates and choose and install a preferred update.

:note[If your Mac is running macOS Monterey or older, you can also use the same method to check whether the latest macOS Ventura is available for your Mac. If it shows macOS Ventura is available for your Mac, you can click the Upgrade Now button to [upgrade from Monterey to Ventura](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/upgrade-to-macos-ventura).]{notetype=Tip}

## How to Turn on Automatic Update on Mac

**On macOS Ventura:**

1. Follow the operation above to go to the Software Update screen in Settings.
2. Click the “i” icon next to **Automatic Updates**.
3. Check all the options in the pop-up window and click Done to enable automatic update on Mac Ventura.

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**On macOS Monterey and earlier:**

1. Follow the steps above to get to the Software Update screen.
2. Check the “Automatically keep my Mac up to date” option to turn on automatic Mac updates.

## Fix Can’t Update Mac OS – 7 Tips

If your [Mac won’t update](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/cant-update-mac), you may try the 7 tips below to see if they can help you fix the problem.

Tip 1. Make sure your Mac has enough free disk space. If your Mac doesn’t have enough space, it cannot install any newer software updates.

[BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner) is a professional Mac cleaner program that helps you clean and free up space on your Mac. It lets you easily scan and remove junk data, uninstall apps, delete unneeded large files and duplicate files, free up RAM, analyze and release disk space, and more on your Mac.

:group[:linkbutton]

![BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/buhocleaner_3_b9cdebf7c2.png)

Tip 2. Make sure your Mac has a good internet connection.

Tip 3. For MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, you should plug in the power adapter to automatically download updates for your Mac.

Tip 4. If you don’t see the “Software Update” option in System Settings, you may click the Spotlight Search icon and search for “Software Update”. Choose Software Update or Check for Software Updates from the results to check and run a Mac update.

Tip 5. If your Mac doesn’t include Software Update, you can also use the App Store to check for updates. The guide is included above.

Tip 6. [Start your Mac in Safe Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/start-mac-in-safe-mode) and try to check and install updates on your Mac.

Tip 7. Contact Apple Support for help.

## How to Update Apps on Your Mac

1. Open App Store on your Mac. You can click the App Store icon on the Dock or click Apple > App Store to open it.
2. Click the **Updates** option and check if there are any app updates available.
3. Click Update All to update all apps, or click the Update icon next to the target app to update a particular app.
4. To enable automatic updates for apps, you can click **App Store** in the menu bar and select **Settings**. Tick the “Automatic Updates” option.

:p[To Wrap Up]{.h2}

Now you should know how to update Mac OS, how to enable automatic updates for your Mac, and how to update apps on your Mac.


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How to Update MacBook Pro/Air to the Latest macOS Version

This post teaches you how to update your Mac to the latest version, how to enable automatic updates on your Mac, how to update apps on your Mac, and how to fix Mac won’t update issue.

:summary[**Summary**: This post offers 10 possible solutions to help you fix AirDrop not working on Mac Ventura, iPhone 13/14, iPad, etc.]

You can [turn on AirDrop on Mac or iPhone](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/turn-on-or-off-airdrop-mac-iphone)/iPad to use it to wirelessly transfer files between two Apple devices. However, if AirDrop doesn’t work on your Apple device, you can try the 10 tips below to fix AirDrop not working on Mac, iPhone 13/14, or iPad.

:toc

:alsoread[[How to Undo or Redo on Mac | Mac Undo/Redo Shortcut](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/undo-redo-on-mac)]

## Fix 1. Turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

To make AirDrop work on Mac or iOS devices, you should turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth on both devices. AirDrop relies on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to wirelessly transfer files. You can go to Settings on your Mac or iPhone to check if these settings are enabled on your device.

You can try to turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and turn on them again. You can also restart your router and modem to restart your network to see if it helps fix the AirDrop not working on iPhone/Mac issue.

Related: [How to Forget a WiFi Network on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/forget-a-network-on-mac)

## Fix 2. Turn Off and Turn On AirDrop

You can check if you have enabled AirDrop correctly.

On Mac, you can open Finder, click on AirDrop in the sidebar, and select Everyone or Contacts Only next to the “Allow me to be discovered by” option. Alternatively, you can open System Settings or Control Center to turn on AirDrop on Mac.

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On iOS devices, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access Control Center and tap on the AirDrop icon to select the appropriate settings (Contacts Only or Everyone).

If the person you are trying to send files over AirDrop is not in your Contacts list, you should change the AirDrop settings to Everyone.

You can try to turn off AirDrop and turn on it again to see if the AirDrop not working issue can be solved on Mac or iPhone 13/14.

## Fix 3. Restart Device to Fix AirDrop Not Working

You can try to turn off your Mac and iOS devices and turn on them again. Sometimes a simple restart of the device may resolve the connectivity issues.

## Fix 4. Make Sure Your iPhone is Unlocked

If you want to receive files from others over AirDrop on your iPhone/iPad, you should ensure your iPhone or iPad is powered on and unlocked. If your [iPhone is locked](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/forgot-iphone-passcode) or powered off, it can be discovered as an available device when someone else is trying to send you a file with AirDrop.

## Fix 5. Bring Devices Closer to Each Other

Make sure the devices you're trying to use AirDrop are close to each other, within 10 meters. Still, ensure that there are no obstructions between the devices since they might interfere with the signal. Otherwise, AirDrop might not work.

## Fix 6. Disable Personal Hotspot

If you have enabled Personal Hotspot on your iOS device, try disabling it as it can sometimes interfere with AirDrop functionality and may cause the AirDrop not working on iPhone 14/13 issue.

You can open Control Center on your iPhone. Press and hold the section that contains Wi-Fi and Bluetooth icons. If the Personal Hotspot button is green, you can tap it to turn off Personal Hotspot on your iPhone 13/14.

## Fix 7. Update Device to Fix AirDrop Not Working

You should ensure that your device’s software is up to date. Apple often releases updates that include bug fixes and improvements. If AirDrop is not working on your Mac Ventura or iPhone 13/14, you can try to update the devices to the latest version to see if it helps fix the problem.

To [update your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/update-mac), click Apple > System Settings > General > Software Update to check and install available updates.

![update Mac OS](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/update_mac_e0e303934f.png)

To update your iPhone or iPad, you can go to Settings > General, and tap Software Update.

## Fix 8. Temporarily Disable Firewall and Security Software

If you're using a Mac with a third-party firewall or security software, try temporarily disabling them to see if they are blocking AirDrop connections.

## Fix 9. Turn Off Do Not Disturb Mode

If AirDrop doesn't work on Mac or iPhone/iPad, your Apple device may have turned on the Do Not Disturb mode. Turn off the Do Not Disturb mode since it may interfere with AirDrop.

On iOS devices, you can open Control Center and turn off the Do Not Disturb mode if it is turned on.

On Mac, you can click the Control Center icon in the menu bar and select Focus. Disable the Do Not Disturb mode if it is enabled.

Alternatively, you can also open Settings on your Apple devices to turn off the Do Not Disturb setting.

## Fix 10. Contact Apple Support

If none of the above tips can help you fix AirDrop not working on Mac or iPhone 14/13, you may contact Apple Support for more help.

:p[Bottom Line]{.h2}

Why is AirDrop not working? It may be caused by various reasons. This post offers 10 possible solutions to help you fix AirDrop not working on Mac/iPhone/iPad. Hope now you can use AirDrop to smoothly transfer files between Apple devices.

If you need a professional Mac cleaner app to free up space and speed up your Mac, you can try [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner).


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AirDrop Not Working on Mac/iPhone/iPad? Fixed with 10 Tips

:summary[**Summary**: This article will show you how to see Storage space on Mac/MacBook in various ways. ]

With time, there may be more and more files, data, and apps mountain in your Mac. It's necessary to check Storage on Mac regularly. And it makes you clear about which part you need to delete.

In total, there are 5 ways to check Storage on Mac. And each way will be introduced in detail one by one. Just follow the one you think is most convenient. And after viewing what's taking up space on your Mac, you can move to free up space part to get the best performance of your Mac. Keep reading!


:toc{allow='1,2,3'}

:alsoread[[10 Best Ways to Free Up Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac)]

## How to Check Storage on Mac via About This Mac

For macOS Monterey and earlier, there is a quick way to see Storage on Mac - via About This Mac. Just after two clicks, you will get to the Storage bar. And the dark grey part refers to how much space is available. Hovering on the item you want to know how much space it takes.

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1. Click the Apple icon at the top left of your screen.
2. Select **About This Mac**.
3. Switch to the Storage bar. 

The color bar will show you how much space you have used and how much space is left. In addition, it classifies the used space into iOS files, Apps, etc.

## How to Check Storage on Mac via System Settings

For macOS Ventura and later, the quick way to see Storage on Mac is to use System Settings. The color bar will show you each category's space occupation. To see more clear data, you can hover on each item or scroll down.

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Follow the steps below to check Storage on Mac via System Settings:

1. Click the Apple icon at the top left of your screen.
2. Click **System Settings**＞**General**＞**Storage**.


## How to See Storage on Mac via Disk Utility

Viewing Storage via **Disk Utility** is also a practical way. Just open **Spotlight**＞enter **Disk Utility**, and you will see the used and available space of your Macintosh HD disk space.

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## How to See What's Taking Up Space on Mac via Finder

Using Finder to check Storage also works. Actually, all of these 5 ways can help you check your storage, just choose one method that you think is most convenient. 

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And here is how to check Storage on Mac via Finder:

1. Open **Finder**.
2. Right-click Macintosh HD under **Locations**＞**Get Info**. (Also, you can click **Manage Storage** option under **Get Info**, which will bring you to the **Storage** under **Settings** window.)

## How to Check How Much Storage You Have on Mac via BuhoCleaner

Last but not least, the most convenient 1-click way to check Storage on Mac is to use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner), which not only allows you to check Storage, but also helps you free up space on Mac. If you are looking for a one-stop solution to both check and clean Storage on Mac, this Mac cleaner and monitor will do you a great help.

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And here is how to check Storage on Mac via BuhoCleaner:

1. Free download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click **Preferences** under BuhoCleaner Menu＞ **Status Menu**.
3. Check **Logo** or enable **Show icons on menu bar on startup**.
5. Once you check or enable this feature, you can click the BuhoCleaner icon on the Menu Bar to check Storage. (And each time you just need to click the icon later.)


## Bonus Tip: How to Clear Storage on Mac

Now that you know how to check Storage on Mac, it's time to learn how to clean Storage to free up space on Mac. There are various ways that can help you free up space, but here just mention the two most convenient ways for you.

### Method 1: Free Up Space Using BuhoCleaner

 As we mentioned above, BuhoCleaner can help you free up space and check Storage space at the same time. Using it to free up space can greatly save your time and effort. Its newly released version offers you the surprising feature of [clearing purgeable space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-purgeable-space-on-mac), which will contribute a lot to freeing up space.
 
 And there are a number of cleaning features it offers, like flash cleaning, app uninstalling, large files cleaning, duplicates cleaning, etc. You can also use it to [analyze your disk space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-disk-space-analyzer-mac).
 
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 ### Method 2: Optimise Mac Storage by Following the Recommendations List
 
 Another way to free up space is to take full use of the recommendations list. Do as it lists. Each time you use the Storage feature in **System Settings**  (macOS Ventura and later) or **About This Mac** (Monterey and earlier)＞**Manage**, remember to check and optimise your Mac storage via the Recommendations below. And this can be time-saving. 
 
However, it's worth noting that what Recommendations list are just part of space optimization. So, if you want to have a thorough and deeper cleaning for your Mac, you'd better try the Mac cleaner BuhoCleaner.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

In this post, 5 ways to check Storage on Mac and 2 ways to free up space are introduced in detail. Just follow the way you think is most convenient! And after you check the Storage on your Mac, why not do a big cleaning for your Mac?

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5 Ways to Check Storage on Mac

Wondering what's taking up the space on your Mac? Come here to learn how to check Storage on your Mac.