Widgets
Desktop widgets FAQ for NotNotch
Common questions about Desktop widgets: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
Last updated 2026-08-02
Is Desktop widgets required?
No. Enable only the surfaces you want. NotNotch AI is also optional and still in development.
Which Macs?
Desktop widgets works with a hardware notch or a floating top-edge companion on compatible displays.