Upgrade to macOS Big Sur
Before installing this upgrade, make sure that your Mac is ready.
STEP 1: Download macOS Sierra The full operating system is a free download for anyone who has purchased Mac OS X Snow Leopard, Lion, or Mountain Lion or has a Mac preloaded with OS X Mavericks, Yosemite, El Capitan, or macOS Sierra. Text cannot be entered into dialog boxes on macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) when ImageJ is using Java 6. FileImportVideo ) and plugins that use QuickTime for Java fail with 64-bit versions of Java and with OS X 10.10 (Yosemite) and later. Installing Nvidia Web Drivers on High Sierra can be a nightmare for those using Nvidia graphics cards by being greeted by a black screen on boot or automatic restarting. This guide will show you the steps I go through everytime I do a fresh install of macOS High Sierra with an Nvidia Graphics Card. The black screen problem is an issue that first appeared on High Sierra build (17A405) and is. A: Check to make sure your Install macOS High Sierra App is the correct one. It should be around 5GB in size. If you used the 'Skip App Verification' option, you have most likely selected an invalid app that doesn't contain the necessary files. Q: I cannot open my copy of Install macOS High Sierra with the patch tool.
Check compatibility
macOS Big Sur supports most Mac models introduced in 2013 and later.
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Before you upgrade, make a complete backup with Time Machine, or store your files in iCloud.
Learn how to back up your MacFree up space
If the installer needs more storage space to upgrade, you can free up space using tools that come with your Mac.
Free up storage spaceDownload macOS Big Sur
If you’re using macOS Mojave or later, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Software Update. If you’re using an earlier macOS, use the App Store instead.
Learn how to download and install macOS Big SurGo to the App StoreGet to know macOS Big Sur
Learn about some of the new features of macOS Big Sur.
Control Center
Control Center brings favorite controls such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Do Not Disturb, and Sound together in a single place—so you can easily adjust them at any time.
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Safari
Customize your start page, navigate with ease using the new tab bar, and access a new privacy report to see just how Safari protects your privacy as you browse.
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Maps
Discover great places around the world and navigate easier with guides, cycling directions, indoor maps, Look Around, electric vehicle routing, and more.
Messages
Send messages to friends and family using new tools that make it easier to keep track of group conversations and give you fun, engaging ways to express yourself.
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Use the expanded editing capabilities in Photos to easily make simple changes and more advanced adjustments to your photos.
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