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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 Desktop widgets in NotNotch?2026-07-15 · WidgetsNotNotch uses Desktop widgets as part of its native macOS notch companion: WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion. This page is the short definition for people comparing Mac notch apps.
  2. How to use Desktop widgets in the Mac notch2026-07-16 · WidgetsTo use Desktop widgets in NotNotch, enable the related setting and look at the top edge of the display. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  3. Does Desktop widgets work on a Mac without a notch?2026-07-17 · WidgetsYes — Desktop widgets is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  4. Desktop widgets on macOS 14 Sonoma2026-07-18 · WidgetsNotNotch’s deployment target is macOS 14, so Desktop widgets is built to run on Sonoma and later. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  5. Desktop widgets on macOS 272026-07-19 · WidgetsNotNotch is meant to run Desktop widgets on macOS 27 (Darwin 27) while still supporting macOS 14. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  6. Privacy notes for Desktop widgets in NotNotch2026-07-20 · WidgetsDesktop widgets is designed as an on-device Mac utility. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion. The website does not add analytics cookies.
  7. Desktop widgets in the notch vs the menu bar2026-07-21 · WidgetsThe menu bar is always there; Desktop widgets in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  8. Set up Desktop widgets after installing NotNotch2026-07-22 · WidgetsAfter install, Desktop widgets is opt-in through Settings so existing users are not surprised. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  9. Troubleshooting Desktop widgets in NotNotch2026-07-23 · WidgetsIf Desktop widgets is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  10. Keyboard control for Desktop widgets2026-07-24 · WidgetsDesktop widgets is meant to stay glanceable, with keyboard shortcuts for the actions you repeat. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  11. Why Desktop widgets is glanceable in NotNotch2026-07-25 · WidgetsDesktop widgets is sized for a closed-notch chip or a short open panel, not a document window. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  12. Does Desktop widgets work offline?2026-07-26 · WidgetsShipping Desktop widgets behavior is a local Mac utility. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion. Network is not required for the core notch host.
  13. On-device Desktop widgets on a Mac2026-07-27 · WidgetsDesktop widgets is implemented in the native Swift app, not as a web view in the notch. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  14. Desktop widgets for Mac notch developers2026-07-28 · WidgetsIf you are extending NotNotch, Desktop widgets is a host surface or a documented constraint. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  15. Desktop widgets for students on a MacBook2026-07-29 · WidgetsStudents can keep Desktop widgets in the notch during class or library work without another window. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  16. Using Desktop widgets during meetings2026-07-30 · WidgetsDesktop widgets can stay visible while a call is in another Space. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  17. Battery impact of Desktop widgets2026-07-31 · WidgetsDesktop widgets is a small SwiftUI surface. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion. Disable it if you want the lightest possible notch.
  18. Accessibility of Desktop widgets in NotNotch2026-08-01 · WidgetsDesktop widgets should remain usable with VoiceOver labels and without motion. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion.
  19. Desktop widgets FAQ for NotNotch2026-08-02 · WidgetsCommon 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.
  20. Desktop widgets guide for NotNotch on macOS 14–272026-08-03 · WidgetsThis guide covers Desktop widgets from macOS 14 through macOS 27. WidgetKit extras can sit in Notification Center while the notch stays the live companion. Last updated for the Next.js marketing site and the native host.