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One thousand short guides for the Mac notch companion: shipping features, macOS 14–27, privacy, and setup. Each URL starts with a standalone answer.

Last updated 2026-09-13

  1. What is Boring Notch upstream in NotNotch?2026-04-26 · Open sourceNotNotch uses Boring Notch upstream as part of its native macOS notch companion: the Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible. This page is the short definition for people comparing Mac notch apps.
  2. How to use Boring Notch upstream in the Mac notch2026-04-27 · Open sourceTo use Boring Notch upstream in NotNotch, enable the related setting and look at the top edge of the display. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  3. Does Boring Notch upstream work on a Mac without a notch?2026-04-28 · Open sourceYes — Boring Notch upstream is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and the Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  4. Boring Notch upstream on macOS 14 Sonoma2026-04-29 · Open sourceNotNotch’s deployment target is macOS 14, so Boring Notch upstream is built to run on Sonoma and later. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  5. Boring Notch upstream on macOS 272026-04-30 · Open sourceNotNotch is meant to run Boring Notch upstream on macOS 27 (Darwin 27) while still supporting macOS 14. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  6. Privacy notes for Boring Notch upstream in NotNotch2026-05-01 · Open sourceBoring Notch upstream is designed as an on-device Mac utility. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible. The website does not add analytics cookies.
  7. Boring Notch upstream in the notch vs the menu bar2026-05-02 · Open sourceThe menu bar is always there; Boring Notch upstream in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  8. Set up Boring Notch upstream after installing NotNotch2026-05-03 · Open sourceAfter install, Boring Notch upstream is opt-in through Settings so existing users are not surprised. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  9. Troubleshooting Boring Notch upstream in NotNotch2026-05-04 · Open sourceIf Boring Notch upstream is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  10. Keyboard control for Boring Notch upstream2026-05-05 · Open sourceBoring Notch upstream is meant to stay glanceable, with keyboard shortcuts for the actions you repeat. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  11. Why Boring Notch upstream is glanceable in NotNotch2026-05-06 · Open sourceBoring Notch upstream is sized for a closed-notch chip or a short open panel, not a document window. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  12. Does Boring Notch upstream work offline?2026-05-07 · Open sourceShipping Boring Notch upstream behavior is a local Mac utility. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible. Network is not required for the core notch host.
  13. On-device Boring Notch upstream on a Mac2026-05-08 · Open sourceBoring Notch upstream is implemented in the native Swift app, not as a web view in the notch. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  14. Boring Notch upstream for Mac notch developers2026-05-09 · Open sourceIf you are extending NotNotch, Boring Notch upstream is a host surface or a documented constraint. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  15. Boring Notch upstream for students on a MacBook2026-05-10 · Open sourceStudents can keep Boring Notch upstream in the notch during class or library work without another window. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  16. Using Boring Notch upstream during meetings2026-05-11 · Open sourceBoring Notch upstream can stay visible while a call is in another Space. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  17. Battery impact of Boring Notch upstream2026-05-12 · Open sourceBoring Notch upstream is a small SwiftUI surface. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible. Disable it if you want the lightest possible notch.
  18. Accessibility of Boring Notch upstream in NotNotch2026-05-13 · Open sourceBoring Notch upstream should remain usable with VoiceOver labels and without motion. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  19. Boring Notch upstream FAQ for NotNotch2026-05-14 · Open sourceCommon questions about Boring Notch upstream: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible.
  20. Boring Notch upstream guide for NotNotch on macOS 14–272026-05-15 · Open sourceThis guide covers Boring Notch upstream from macOS 14 through macOS 27. The Swift module and boringNotch/ tree keep upstream names so future merges stay possible. Last updated for the Next.js marketing site and the native host.