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Troubleshooting Focus modes in NotNotch

If Focus modes is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.

Last updated 2027-05-19

It does not appear

Confirm Focus modes is enabled and that the notch is not hidden on that display.

It appears on the wrong screen

Use the display-follow setting so Focus modes tracks the screen you are looking at.

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