Switching from Windows to Mac? Everything You Need to Know

Wondering how to get started with ease on Apple’s macOS? Here are 20+ quick tips to make the transition from Windows to Mac easier than you’d expect it to be!
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📖 CHAPTERS 📖
00:00 - Use the Right-Click the Right Way
00:55 - Pin Apps to Dock (Taskbar)
01:57 - Pin Folders to Dock (Start Menu)
02:20 - Notifications & Widget Board
02:42 - Control Center
03:10 - Search for Anything on your Mac
04:17 - Show File Path
04:45 - Pin Favorite Folders to Sidebar
04:58 - Viewing Options for Files
05:08 - Preview Any File
05:25 - Cmd X Files
05:56 - Dynamic App Menu bar
06:34 - App Switching Shortcuts
07:01 - Task View aka Mission Control
07:19 - Stage Manager
07:45 - Resize App Windows
08:07 - Split View App Windows
08:20 - Snap App Windows
08:47 - How to Quit Apps the Right Way
09:29 - Force Quit aka Task Manager
10:02 - Scroll Bars
10:35 - Alt Tab Shortcut

[@macvince]

Enjoyed the video? Here are 41 simple tasks on Windows vs. macOS compared: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJamfqVmm7x3q7M Thank you for stopping by! Hope the video has been helpful to you - if you have any questions, feel free to drop me a comment down below! 😊

[@AushevAhmad23]

hey can you send blue and purple blured wallpapers pls

[@macvince]

Sure, contact me on Instagram (themacvince) @@AushevAhmad23

[@VoidPaul97]

Do you have a tutorial on how you make that cool window effect for your webcam? And also the cool effect of showing the screen at an angle. BTW, I'd like to know if you use Final Cut Pro, or at least Davinci Resolve. Because I cannot afford Final Cut Pro, or Adobe Premiere.

[@macvince]

@@VoidPaul97 Hey! Sorry, I don't have a tutorial for that yet, but might make a small video course in the future. I use Final Cu (bought the Pro Apps bundle with a student discount). Feel free to reach out with any questions!

[@art_means_artificial]

mac os looks childish. icons are terrible. I gonna stay with windows.@@macvince

[@igotaplan9837]

The editing is just *chefs kiss*

[@macvince]

I appreciate that a lot! Thank you!!

[@andreavigano6070]

TRUE. I LOVE IT❤

[@YeahTheMitchs]

How does he do it.?? I WANNA KNOW

[@Mabeylater293]

That’s because he probably did it on the mac😂😂😂

[@justsamiksha]

Damn actually it was good

[@mahesh_bvn]

Sincerely the editing shows how much efforts were put in making this video. Keep going you are doing dope and it's just a matter of time🎉

[@macvince]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@garykap]

But the reality is you can run both Windows and IOS on a Mac Machine. Sorry that's reality.@@macvince

[@soyalvdev]

The other reality is you can run Windows, MacOS, Android and Linux on a PC Machine. Sorry that's reality.@@garykap

[@nasifsadiq]

I got my MBP14 about 6 months ago, even though I know all of these now, I can feel how helpful your videos are for the new mac users, and some old mac non power users! I found you channel to be the most helpful one after watching hundreds of channels for mac tricks and tips in general! Keep up the good work!

[@macvince]

That's such a great compliment to hear, thank you!!! True, this one was more of a beginner-focused video, but there's definitely more "pro"-stuff to come. Thanks for stopping by anyways and leaving a comment!

[@alexk7425]

This is one of the best Windows to Mac comparison videos i’ve watched. Great editing too

[@macvince]

Much appreciated!!

[@edh9500]

Agreed. Thank you for making the switch so easy and smooth @macvince

[@nolbertolopez7517]

This is the best edited, explained, and informative video on the Windows to Mac transition I've ever seen. I've been on the fence of switching for a while. You just got one more subscriber sir. Great Job!

[@TGKawikachu]

As a longtime Windows user trying out Mac, I actually adore MacOS because of how clean it looks. It doesn't have much bloat and is highly functional. Still, there are a few features that I couldn't got without (i.e. window resizing) and this tutorial helped me check off all my boxes! Huge props for the editing too.

[@macvince]

Thank you so much! I'm gad the video was helpful. :)

[@liamsz]

As a macOS die hard it is extremely bloated

[@bennym1956]

Not like Windows, bought a Asus laptop to use as a streamer to TV, took my son almost 3 hours to clean up the Windows bloat !

[@f1pro910]

@@bennym1956bloatware is from asus. Not windows related

[@jbezdan]

One of the best explaination vidoes I have seen in a very long time. Not filled with a bunch of unnecessary filler verbiage. Concise and to the point. I have seen others that would have taken an hour to cover what you did in 11 minutes. Thanks for respecting everyone's time!

[@macvince]

That's great feedback, cheers! That's exactly my goal with these videos, no rambling, just getting straight to the point. So thanks for letting me know that it's working!

[@robin-5816]

I've been using Mac for so many years already and I'm still learning new stuff from this video. Thank you

[@macvince]

That's great! Thanks for letting me know - glad I could help.

[@coytus94]

Very well done video. I've heard so many people say they don't want to switch to Mac because "It is too confusing", but it really isn't. This video clearly shows the main similarities and differences between Mac and windows, as well as how to perform those tasks between both systems. The editing and animation is superb as well, good job and keep up the good work!

[@macvince]

True, Mac is really simple if you use it like a Mac and don't want it to be a Windows computer. Happy to hear that you've enjoyed the video, thank you!

[@ahmedafzal4002]

THank you so so much, I was waiting for such a video. This one is truly the best one out of the many other great ones floating on the KZbin. Easy to follow and understand, and one simply gets amazed by the smooth transitions and edits. Have a great day Mr Vince, your uploads truly help all of us.

[@macvince]

Thank you so much for stopping by again - I'm glad you enjoy watching the edits! I really appreciate your kind words! Have an amazing day and I'll see you in the next one!

[@boztikmedia8784]

Never stop what you are doing my friend. Love your content so much

[@macvince]

Wow, so glad to hear that! Made my day, thanks man :)

[@csongorbertalan8804]

Man! Your videos should come with the OS itself, automatically showing up on a new Mac! Absolutely amazing! And the visuals is just the cherry on top. Thanks a lot!!

[@macvince]

Man, that's so motivating to hear!! Thanks for leaving such kind words 😊

[@udev9303]

Have been following your videos since I bought my first mac a week ago and I really appreciate the efforts you put into making these videos. ❤❤❤

[@macvince]

Thank you for letting me know, that's great to hear!! Hope you'll like the upcoming videos too and enjoy your first Mac!

[@art_means_artificial]

mac os looks childish. icons are terrible. I gonna stay with windows.

[@sarah_harrison]

THIS IS THE MOST HELPFUL VIDEO FOR NEW MAC USER. PERIOD. And yes, I capped them on purpose. I have been looking for ways to do the cut and paste without duplicating for years but none is as detailed as this one. Thank you so so much! I’m subscribing! 🎉

[@macvince]

Thank you so much!!! I‘m really glad to hear that! 😊 Hope you‘ll enjoy the upcoming videos on my channel too - feel free to reach out any time!!

[@Dr_Cole]

Great video. You’ve designed it for those with years of experience on a Windows environment and that’s exactly what I needed. That preface also allowed you to quickly move across a ton of topics. Thanks!

[@macvince]

Big thanks for the great feedback! Glad I could help.

[@adelmohannad328]

Love how your straight forward and very helpful, keep it up🫶

[@macvince]

Thanks, great to hear such feedback! :)

[@dogekiller21]

Your videos really helped me dive into macos in just one day (never used it before), thank you. Keep up!

[@macvince]

Wow, glad I could help!! Thank you for letting me know 😊

[@anirbansarkar6306]

One of the best videos for beginner who is shifting from windows to Mac. Thanks a lot for making such to-the-point video

[@macvince]

Thanks a lot, I really appreciate that! 😊

[@danielnaorr]

great video! at first when I got the Mac I got so nervous I won't ever get used to the operating system and even felt a bit of regret for buying it but with time I fell in love with it. with your video I learned a few more important tips

[@macvince]

awesome to hear that my video could help ease the transition to Mac. Thanks for watching and for your great feedback!

[@calummurray1094]

Great explanation. Really clear and loved the way you launched straight into what the viewer is needing to know.

[@macvince]

Great! Thanks for leaving such kind words!

[@nwmusic2010]

I’ll be honest, I’ve been a Mac user for over 10 years now. I was an avid windows user before then. I have since started using windows again at work. The newer versions of windows are leaps and bounds better than the older ones. It’s fluid, snappy, and extremely easy to use.

[@samrahman6985]

Totally agree. Mac user since 2010, and now considering switching back to windows.

[@bradavon]

Microsoft saw all the heat M1 Macs were getting and didn't like it.

[@djplonghead5403]

Mac looks cartoony to me.

[@dianasantos5841]

​@@djplonghead5403😅😁

[@technician006]

Windows is superior for people who actually work on them. Mac is for people who do video editing and for entertainment.

[@pebayou.3380]

Danke Schøn ! Man ...the editing of any of your videos are just perfect. Insane good. Not only for youtube but in any case. The style of your teaching is just pure gold. You really deserve to make it big time here on youtube ! Peace ✌🏻

[@macvince]

Danke! Your words mean a lot, really motivates me to keep going :)

[@larajeninaespejo8828]

Hi! Im from the Philippines and I just want to tell you I REALLY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! It’s simple, straight forward, and detailed information. I think I already watched all of your videos and I’m excited to watch a new one. It’s my dream to have a macbook soon for college and watching your videos makes me want to have it badly! I hope I’ll get one, one day! And I’ll apply everything I learned from your videos. I hope you continue to create content videos in the future and gain more subscribers!!❤

[@macvince]

Hey Lara! Thanks for all your kind words! I really appreciate it and it's motivating to hear that you enjoy all those videos I put a lot of effort and time into! I hope you get your Macbook soon and can use all its amazing features for rocking college. Feel free to let me know if you have any questions or topics you'd like to see videos about and I'd love to hear from you again! ❤️

[@friedpotato2037]

Bro, you are underrated. It is the first video I have watched of yours, and you have quality.

[@macvince]

Thank you, I appreciate that!!

[@aa-kh9ex]

You're a G. Very helpful. I'm a 20+ year user of Windows but looking to switch to macbook due to much better battery life, hopefully more years of use, and they just look nice. The Apple OS is what is holding me back, but your video shows it is not that difficult, just bit different in most cases

[@tbe1872]

Stop using that 'G' word. 🤮🤮👍

[@aa-kh9ex]

@@tbe1872 Sure. Let me know if you require anything else

[@theparents23]

Amazing video, always looking at the small visual details to provide the best possible quality. In video it continues to play when it shows the Windows 11 screen It's just great ❤

[@macvince]

Thank you!! Had to download Windows 11 for that haha but it's good to hear that it was worth it 😅

[@kamingmgasmallyoutuber5157]

Thank god, you explained it more newbie friendly and slowly ❤❤❤

[@ryanking4566]

i didnt think twice subscribing after watching this video. i accidentally bumped into and as someone who just recently started to use MacOS, this will help me a lot. thanks man. i like your content

[@macvince]

Love that! Thank you! Glad I can help!

[@aussiegruber86]

I brought my first MacBook last weekend, fairly straight forward and easy going, few quirks though. Now I have windows 11, Chromebook, and a MacBook and they all have there strengths and weaknesses

[@seokjinnie5689]

Like?

[@AK8901]

reallly great job with this video. Thank you!

[@lilnimmasat4781]

Thank you so much for this guide, I just switched from Windows to Mac and this helped me out a lot especially the scroll bar option haha

[@macvince]

Great!! Thank you for letting me know, I'm glad I could help :) Enjoy your Mac!

[@dswartze]

Great video ... after forever, I am seriously considering purchasing a Macbook in 2024 and this video answered a lot of my questions about differences. Also, great job on the production level of this video. I'm subscribing!

[@macvince]

Great to hear that! Thank you so much :)

[@RefaceReality]

This video really helped me dive into a macbook pro! 👍

[@m1iles]

The editing so insanely good definitely gonna leave a sub

[@siddheshcnsn]

I came here to watch Windows>> MAC transition, but my focus got switched to his Edition skills. Bro, you are G.O.A.T. of Editing.

[@MrMations]

the video is just perfect, the production quality is high yet only 60k subs, I hope u hit 100k soon

[@user-lu4mk6kp4d]

I must say, that was very informative! Very great job!

[@TovarasSanders]

Really great video, as always! Thanks man!

[@macvince]

Thanks again man!! So kind of you!

[@rl108]

Kurz, knackig und hilfreich. Tolle Videos. Bravo👍

[@macvince]

Danke dir! Freut mich zu hören 🙏🏻

[@almc4781]

Great video, right to the point. I get lost easily trying to do stuff on macs but there a thing of beauty

[@macvince]

Thank you!! Means the most!

[@IanSfirebirdflame]

Man.. the hooks you use at the end to make someone want to watch another video of yours is on point! 👏

[@macvince]

Thank you for the incredible feedback! I put a lot of effort into those, so that's great to hear. 😊

[@micro_gaming683]

thank you so much, I've been a windows user since a child and this video really helped me out

[@macvince]

Amazing! Happy to help! :)

[@Samzter1925]

Insta sub’d! Nice video. Long-time Windows power user here but the appeal of using a Mac for my everyday tasks is growing on me. Thanks for this! I love all the key shortcuts and Mac nuances here compared to our uses in Windows!

[@mtaeey3612]

Love your videos man 😮‍💨

[@macvince]

Thanks man for stopping by again!! 😊

[@abararahmed9402]

Have been using windows for so long, and I still love windows after watching this. But i have to say your editing skills are ultra, bro

[@macvince]

Thank you man! 😊

[@FujiXH1]

Jetzt bin ich schon drei Jahre mit dem Mac unterwegs und habe bei innerhalb einer Woche mehr gelernt als vorher. Vielen Dank

[@ronielresguardo6767]

thank you for this. Very helpful

[@ManningBuildings]

This has been so helpful!

[@kailashanand5086]

bro...broo!!!!!! the editing!!! next level production quality is off the charst!! im speechless man

[@macvince]

Bro, thanks a ton! Super glad you're loving the production quality!

[@kuldeep483]

OMG great editing!! you earned a subscriber!

[@macvince]

Thank you so much!! Welcome to the channel! :)

[@mauriziovetere1956]

life saving video, unbelievably useful hahahah especially for someone forced to switch to mac for work reasons

[@TheOriginalFish]

Its seems I'm not the only one impressed by the editing, looked at the sub count expecting it to be a few millions. quality work man, you deserve much.

[@legitimogentleman215]

Such valuable content, I appreciate it.

[@mtbjump714]

Thank you so much, i'am new to Mac and find it very helpful!!!!!

[@macvince]

Thank you! Enjoy your new Mac!

[@dereksmith6693]

Gosh your animation and editing are so satisfying. I just subbed 😍

[@macvince]

Thank you so much 😊

[@paulavalverde9363]

Thanks! So helpful!

[@moonandbread]

Thank you so much for this! All of my questions are well explained one video as a new Macbook user! 🎉

[@macvince]

Great! Thank you for letting me know, glad to hear it :)

[@troyschnack]

Excellent. Very useful for preparing training for end users. Thanks!

[@macvince]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for your great feedback!

[@Lt.Columbo]

Great video, best I've seen for longtime Windows users to be more at home in MacOS!

[@macvince]

Happy to help bridge the Windows-Mac gap! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts. 😊

[@davenadelman9188]

vince... I have been a lifelong windows user. Just got my first mac and i must say your videos made my transition much easier. Thank you sir

[@macvince]

Amazing! Glad I could help! Thank you for letting me know.

[@VenamRedstalker]

Hey man, thank you for producing this video. I am a life long Windows user but will soon switch to Mac. Your video has given me a grasp on what's coming up for me, so well done!

[@macvince]

Amazing, glad it helped man! Thanks for letting me know :)

[@LeeStewart]

I love this video. Great job 👍

[@easternv1lle]

You are so helpful when it comes to adapting to and using Mac OS .. yet underrated! I am getting my first MacBook this week, and these guides will come in handy in the long run lol

[@macvince]

Big thanks for the kind words! Glad my videos are helpful to you :)

[@easternv1lle]

@@macvince you’re welcome :)

[@omgitzisrael]

After seeing your video moving in the app switching shortcut. I subscribed. Amazing editing

[@macvince]

Thanks for the great feedback!

[@Friendsemail79]

Editing this video is impressive!! Great job!

[@macvince]

Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed the editing. :)

[@tabarakal-khafaji6768]

phenomenal editing! thank you!

[@macvince]

Glad you liked it! Thanks!

[@paulnhbtx713]

Man great video! This is very helpful. Coming from windows for the past 30 years.

[@macvince]

Great! Happy to help and thank you for watching!

[@MrBEnIbb]

Hey your videos are really well-made and fun to watch :) I am excited about my first mac, which will arrive the next days

[@macvince]

Thank you! Hope they'll help you learn more about your Mac - enjoy it! :)

[@GIRISHVARMA]

Hey Vince, Great content and your content literally saved me from going crazy!! I bought a new Mac Air with the M3 chip about a week back. I've been using Windows powered laptops (Lenovo, HP, Dell and others) from my school days until last year when I graduated and got a job. This is the first time I got a new iOS Powered laptop, and your video has made my switch from Windows to iOS, a cake walk. Thank you. Your content is simply Brilliant!! As you've taken care of the switch from windows to iOS with your various videos, I hope you can create and post a video where you help non iOS users who have recently switched from a non Apple device to set up iCould & how to sync the content from their new devices (iPhone, Mac, iPad...) to the icloud, as I found the whole process was very intimidating. Cheers!

[@macvince]

Hey Girish, thank you so much for leaving me such kind words - means a lot, I'm glad I could help you switch to Mac. I'll make sure to create a video about iCloud, cheers for the idea!

[@radudobrescu969]

You deserve a lot more views and likes! Amazing editing and tips

[@macvince]

Thank you!!

[@darshilll_s]

Damn, I've never seen editing + content combo like this, i literally thought you have 10+ mil subs.. Subed!!👍

[@macvince]

Wow, what a high praise! Thank you so much 😊 Hope you'll enjoy the upcoming content too!

[@kavinraj9466]

YOU ACCTUALLY DESERVE MORE SUBS BECAUSE YOU PROVIDING US A GOOD QUALITY VIDEO

[@macvince]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@mateuszpaszko9542]

That is some dope editing man

[@misstarshiny1]

thank you, your videos are awesome!

[@macvince]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@Saad-if1dz]

Such a useful video! thankyou!

[@macvince]

Happy to hear that! 😊

[@naveentharaka7937]

Bro you are a life savior i was just gonna buy a mac for uni i used windows my whole entire life so that scary that i couldn't adapt or i will waste my money will go away with this video thank you🔥👍

[@macvince]

So great to hear!!!! 😊 You'll be just fine! I'll drop another Windows to Mac video this week, so that might help you too!! Feel free to drop me any questions you have in the comments. Thanks for watching!!

[@olinzknihytovi]

A great and very useful video. Thank you!

[@macvince]

You're welcome! Delighted to know it was useful for you. Thanks for watching!

[@johannes1702]

Great video as always and I even learned new stuff 😊

[@macvince]

Awesome! Thank you! 🙏

[@GomiGames]

This video is awesome and really perfect, super informative but it also single handedly convinced me to stick to windows, i just can never go back to Apple and genuinly had no clue what i would be getting myself into if i bought a mac

[@adamsophian2335]

thanks man! really appreciate it 😃

[@macvince]

Thank you for watching!! :)

[@osayomoreogbemudia]

Brilliant comparison. Great work mate.

[@macvince]

Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@angelobermudez763]

Nice video, bro. I appreciate your effort.

[@Adaobieistyping]

I didn't know spotlight was so helpful thanks

[@kingmakerrishab3512]

Great video brotha 🥂🔥

[@XXXRIPROACH]

Thanks so much, mac os is so clean and fun to use

[@andygilbert1877]

Thinking of doing this as I’m sick of Windows and my machine won’t take Windows 11 so it’s on borrowed time. I’ve had iPads since first release so this doesn’t look totally unfamiliar. You cover a lot of ground so I’ll be back when I make the switch. Subscribed. 😊

[@Elninojunior]

You’re channel is gonna blow up. Excellent editing

[@macvince]

Much appreciated!

[@Sykado]

Danke, the editing is epic 😍

[@macvince]

Danke dir!! 😊

[@tinazhao2629]

As others said, the editing was soooo outstanding. Really love it.

[@macvince]

Thank you!! A lot!!

[@gabrielamarie143]

Your awesome dude. Thank you

[@farzadjahanfard]

I got my mbp14 yesterday dude your videos are awesome thank you ❤

[@macvince]

Fantastic, glad to hear that! Enjoy your MacBook Pro man!

[@farzadjahanfard]

@@macvince cheers mate getting the most out of it with your help 👌🏼👌🏼

[@venkatpasumarthi7531]

Great video, and the editing perfect 🎉

[@macvince]

Thank you!! 😊

[@shoaibnalkhande4712]

Superb editing skills !!

[@mohamedissael-motaouakkel4806]

A great work brother , thanks

[@macvince]

Thanks man!

[@random187]

great video mate

[@aneeshansarshyja1194]

Great edit! Great work !

[@macvince]

Thanks a lot!

[@Akella1986]

The quality getting better and better 👍

[@macvince]

Wow, that's great to hear!! Thank you 😊

[@fahmisalllehchannel]

thanks Vince. very informative

[@macvince]

Thank you!

[@lidragner1650]

Bro you're editing is an art

[@macvince]

I appreciate that a lot 😊