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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 Spotlight in NotNotch?2026-05-16 · macOSNotNotch uses Spotlight as part of its native macOS notch companion: NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement. This page is the short definition for people comparing Mac notch apps.
  2. How to use Spotlight in the Mac notch2026-05-17 · macOSTo use Spotlight in NotNotch, enable the related setting and look at the top edge of the display. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  3. Does Spotlight work on a Mac without a notch?2026-05-18 · macOSYes — Spotlight is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  4. Spotlight on macOS 14 Sonoma2026-05-19 · macOSNotNotch’s deployment target is macOS 14, so Spotlight is built to run on Sonoma and later. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  5. Spotlight on macOS 272026-05-20 · macOSNotNotch is meant to run Spotlight on macOS 27 (Darwin 27) while still supporting macOS 14. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  6. Privacy notes for Spotlight in NotNotch2026-05-21 · macOSSpotlight is designed as an on-device Mac utility. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement. The website does not add analytics cookies.
  7. Spotlight in the notch vs the menu bar2026-05-22 · macOSThe menu bar is always there; Spotlight in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  8. Set up Spotlight after installing NotNotch2026-05-23 · macOSAfter install, Spotlight is opt-in through Settings so existing users are not surprised. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  9. Troubleshooting Spotlight in NotNotch2026-05-24 · macOSIf Spotlight is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  10. Keyboard control for Spotlight2026-05-25 · macOSSpotlight is meant to stay glanceable, with keyboard shortcuts for the actions you repeat. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  11. Why Spotlight is glanceable in NotNotch2026-05-26 · macOSSpotlight is sized for a closed-notch chip or a short open panel, not a document window. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  12. Does Spotlight work offline?2026-05-27 · macOSShipping Spotlight behavior is a local Mac utility. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement. Network is not required for the core notch host.
  13. On-device Spotlight on a Mac2026-05-28 · macOSSpotlight is implemented in the native Swift app, not as a web view in the notch. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  14. Spotlight for Mac notch developers2026-05-29 · macOSIf you are extending NotNotch, Spotlight is a host surface or a documented constraint. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  15. Spotlight for students on a MacBook2026-05-30 · macOSStudents can keep Spotlight in the notch during class or library work without another window. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  16. Using Spotlight during meetings2026-05-31 · macOSSpotlight can stay visible while a call is in another Space. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  17. Battery impact of Spotlight2026-06-01 · macOSSpotlight is a small SwiftUI surface. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement. Disable it if you want the lightest possible notch.
  18. Accessibility of Spotlight in NotNotch2026-06-02 · macOSSpotlight should remain usable with VoiceOver labels and without motion. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  19. Spotlight FAQ for NotNotch2026-06-03 · macOSCommon questions about Spotlight: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement.
  20. Spotlight guide for NotNotch on macOS 14–272026-06-04 · macOSThis guide covers Spotlight from macOS 14 through macOS 27. NotNotch is a glanceable companion, not a Spotlight replacement. Last updated for the Next.js marketing site and the native host.