Did you finally make the upgrade to macOS Ventura?
You’re in for a real treat with features like Stage Manager, Continuity Camera, and Passkeys.
But, like with any other system software update, loads of stuff fly under the radar.
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Here, we’ll discuss the top 15 hidden macOS Ventura features you must check out.
Copy Text From Paused Videos
macOS Monterey introduced the ability tocopy text from images.
Ventura takes that further and lets you copy text from paused videos.
It even works on any video you play in Safari.
Install Security Updates Without a Restart
Updates are essential, especially when safeguarding your Mac from security threats.
However, they take ages to install and interrupt your workflow with lengthy restarts.
Apple knows that, which is why macOS Ventura installs security updates separately from regular updates.
Everything happens in the background and involves zero reboots.
Set Alarms With the New Clock App
Want to set up an alarm?
You don’t have to reach for your iPhone.
Just use the new Clock app in macOS Ventura instead.
Go toSystem parameters>Accessibility>Audioand select theChoosebutton to pick a sound.
Then, turn on the switch next toBackground soundsto start playing it.
Use the slider next toBackground sounds volumeto adjust the audio level without affecting the system volume.
The same goes for the Messages app, although you have up to 15 minutes to unsend a text.
JustControl-opt for message bubble and selectUndo Send.
Besides Undo Send,Messages also allows you to edit textsnow.
At least, that’s what used to be the case.
In macOS Ventura, the Hidden folder is secured by Touch ID or your user account password.
Just use theArrowkeys to highlight the item you want to preview in the search results and pressSpace.
It’s always active and works in Quick Look, Photos, and Safari.
you’ve got the option to alsosave the photo subject as a PNG file.
Receive Severe Weather Alerts
macOS Ventura’s Weather appis incredible.
It’s fun to use and gives loads of information without overwhelming you.
Also, don’t forget toset up severe weather alerts on your iPhone.
Instead, you could schedule it for later.
To do that, select theDownarrow next to theSendicon and chooseSend Later.
Then, specify a time and date, and your Mac will do the rest.
Instead, select theOther Optionsdrop-down, and you get several options to change things.
SelectDuplicateson the app’s sidebar, and then selectMerge “X” itemsover clusters of similar-looking items.
Expect to save a lot of local and iCloud storage in the long run.
Any changes made to a shared tab group show up immediately for all the users.
Planning that next trip or project just got a lot easier!
Keep Digging for More macOS Ventura Features
The list above isn’t exhaustive by any means.
Keep interacting with macOS Ventura, and you’ll undoubtedly stumble across many other cool features.
However, not every feature addition or change in the Mac’s latest operating system is a masterstroke.
For example, the revamped System controls app is far from perfect.
