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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 Focus modes in NotNotch?2027-05-11 · macOSNotNotch uses Focus modes as part of its native macOS notch companion: the notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters. This page is the short definition for people comparing Mac notch apps.
  2. How to use Focus modes in the Mac notch2027-05-12 · macOSTo use Focus modes in NotNotch, enable the related setting and look at the top edge of the display. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  3. Does Focus modes work on a Mac without a notch?2027-05-13 · macOSYes — Focus modes is not limited to a hardware cutout. NotNotch can present a floating top-screen surface, and the notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  4. Focus modes on macOS 14 Sonoma2027-05-14 · macOSNotNotch’s deployment target is macOS 14, so Focus modes is built to run on Sonoma and later. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  5. Focus modes on macOS 272027-05-15 · macOSNotNotch is meant to run Focus modes on macOS 27 (Darwin 27) while still supporting macOS 14. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  6. Privacy notes for Focus modes in NotNotch2027-05-16 · macOSFocus modes is designed as an on-device Mac utility. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters. The website does not add analytics cookies.
  7. Focus modes in the notch vs the menu bar2027-05-17 · macOSThe menu bar is always there; Focus modes in NotNotch is glanceable and then gone. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  8. Set up Focus modes after installing NotNotch2027-05-18 · macOSAfter install, Focus modes is opt-in through Settings so existing users are not surprised. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  9. Troubleshooting Focus modes in NotNotch2027-05-19 · macOSIf Focus modes is missing, check Settings, display targeting, and macOS permissions first. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  10. Keyboard control for Focus modes2027-05-20 · macOSFocus modes is meant to stay glanceable, with keyboard shortcuts for the actions you repeat. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  11. Why Focus modes is glanceable in NotNotch2027-05-21 · macOSFocus modes is sized for a closed-notch chip or a short open panel, not a document window. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  12. Does Focus modes work offline?2027-05-22 · macOSShipping Focus modes behavior is a local Mac utility. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters. Network is not required for the core notch host.
  13. On-device Focus modes on a Mac2027-05-23 · macOSFocus modes is implemented in the native Swift app, not as a web view in the notch. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  14. Focus modes for Mac notch developers2027-05-24 · macOSIf you are extending NotNotch, Focus modes is a host surface or a documented constraint. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  15. Focus modes for students on a MacBook2027-05-25 · macOSStudents can keep Focus modes in the notch during class or library work without another window. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  16. Using Focus modes during meetings2027-05-26 · macOSFocus modes can stay visible while a call is in another Space. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  17. Battery impact of Focus modes2027-05-27 · macOSFocus modes is a small SwiftUI surface. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters. Disable it if you want the lightest possible notch.
  18. Accessibility of Focus modes in NotNotch2027-05-28 · macOSFocus modes should remain usable with VoiceOver labels and without motion. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  19. Focus modes FAQ for NotNotch2027-05-29 · macOSCommon questions about Focus modes: it is a native Mac notch surface, optional in Settings, and not a Siri replacement. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters.
  20. Focus modes guide for NotNotch on macOS 14–272027-05-30 · macOSThis guide covers Focus modes from macOS 14 through macOS 27. The notch stays a utility; it does not replace Focus filters. Last updated for the Next.js marketing site and the native host.