MacBook Pro Touch Bar tips & tricks- How to make it less annoying
The Touch Bar is a small multi-touch-enabled OLED strip that was introduced in 2016 as an alternative to function keys on MacBook Pro models.[1] It was phased out of the 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in October 2021.[2] However, the 13-inch MacBook Pro that was announced in June 2022 still retains the Touch Bar.[3]
Usage[]
When typing, the Touch Bar shows predictions and fonts. More specific functions can be enabled in apps that support the Touch Bar:
- Notes: The Aa menu is enabled.
- Photos: Thumbnails of photos and videos are displayed.
- Spotify: Progress within a song is displayed.
Issues[]
The Touch Bar received a mixed reception and some complaints over its effect on battery life. After limited adoption by 3rd-party developers, Apple decided to reinstate classic tactile function keys on larger MacBook Pro models in 2021.[4][5]
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References[]
- ↑ Comment: Is the Touch Bar a gimmick? Two years in, I think I can safely answer … by Ben Lovejoy, 9to5Mac. 2018-10-19.
- ↑ Game-changing MacBook Pro with M1 Pro and M1 Max delivers extraordinary performance and battery life, and features the world’s best notebook display, Apple Inc. 2021-10-18.
- ↑ Apple unveils all-new MacBook Air, supercharged by the new M2 chip, Apple Inc. 2022-06-06.
- ↑ Why Apple Got Rid Of The 2021 MacBook Pro's Touch Bar by Jow Maring, Screen Rant. 2021-10-18.
- ↑ What is the "real-world" battery life of the "Mid-2017" Touch Bar MacBook Pro models? How does the battery life compare to the models replaced?, EveryMac. 2019-08-17.
External links[]
- How to use the Touch Bar on your MacBook Pro at Apple Support
- Use the function keys on MacBook Pro with Touch Bar (2022-06-24)
Articles[]
- Touch Bar MacBook Pro FAQ at EveryMac.com (2021-12-13)
- Everything you need to know about the Touch Bar for MacBook Pro by Lory Gil at iMore (2020-05-07)
