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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 lock screen widgets in NotNotch?2026-08-04 · WidgetsNotNotch uses lock screen widgets as part of its native macOS notch companion: lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack. This page is the short definition for people comparing Mac notch apps.
  2. How to use lock screen widgets in the Mac notch2026-08-05 · WidgetsTo use lock screen widgets in NotNotch, enable the related setting and look at the top edge of the display. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  3. Does lock screen widgets work on a Mac without a notch?2026-08-06 · WidgetsYes — lock screen widgets is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  4. lock screen widgets on macOS 14 Sonoma2026-08-07 · WidgetsNotNotch’s deployment target is macOS 14, so lock screen widgets is built to run on Sonoma and later. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  5. lock screen widgets on macOS 272026-08-08 · WidgetsNotNotch is meant to run lock screen widgets on macOS 27 (Darwin 27) while still supporting macOS 14. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  6. Privacy notes for lock screen widgets in NotNotch2026-08-09 · Widgetslock screen widgets is designed as an on-device Mac utility. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack. The website does not add analytics cookies.
  7. lock screen widgets in the notch vs the menu bar2026-08-10 · WidgetsThe menu bar is always there; lock screen widgets in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  8. Set up lock screen widgets after installing NotNotch2026-08-11 · WidgetsAfter install, lock screen widgets is opt-in through Settings so existing users are not surprised. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  9. Troubleshooting lock screen widgets in NotNotch2026-08-12 · WidgetsIf lock screen widgets is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  10. Keyboard control for lock screen widgets2026-08-13 · Widgetslock screen widgets is meant to stay glanceable, with keyboard shortcuts for the actions you repeat. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  11. Why lock screen widgets is glanceable in NotNotch2026-08-14 · Widgetslock screen widgets is sized for a closed-notch chip or a short open panel, not a document window. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  12. Does lock screen widgets work offline?2026-08-15 · WidgetsShipping lock screen widgets behavior is a local Mac utility. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack. Network is not required for the core notch host.
  13. On-device lock screen widgets on a Mac2026-08-16 · Widgetslock screen widgets is implemented in the native Swift app, not as a web view in the notch. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  14. lock screen widgets for Mac notch developers2026-08-17 · WidgetsIf you are extending NotNotch, lock screen widgets is a host surface or a documented constraint. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  15. lock screen widgets for students on a MacBook2026-08-18 · WidgetsStudents can keep lock screen widgets in the notch during class or library work without another window. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  16. Using lock screen widgets during meetings2026-08-19 · Widgetslock screen widgets can stay visible while a call is in another Space. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  17. Battery impact of lock screen widgets2026-08-20 · Widgetslock screen widgets is a small SwiftUI surface. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack. Disable it if you want the lightest possible notch.
  18. Accessibility of lock screen widgets in NotNotch2026-08-21 · Widgetslock screen widgets should remain usable with VoiceOver labels and without motion. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  19. lock screen widgets FAQ for NotNotch2026-08-22 · WidgetsCommon questions about lock screen widgets: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack.
  20. lock screen widgets guide for NotNotch on macOS 14–272026-08-23 · WidgetsThis guide covers lock screen widgets from macOS 14 through macOS 27. Lock-screen widgets are a separate WidgetKit surface from the in-notch live stack. Last updated for the Next.js marketing site and the native host.