Look around your new Mac
Get a quick intro to the ports, camera, keyboard, and other features of your MacBook Air.
Set up your Mac
Start your MacBook Air by lifting the lid or by pressing any key. Follow the Setup Assistant prompts, and you’re up and running.
If you’re coming from a Windows PC
Learn what things are called on your Mac, where to find your files, how to right-click, and how your MacBook Air can do everything your Windows PC did—and more.
Make your Mac your own
Personalize your MacBook Air by changing your wallpaper, adjusting icon and widget styles, and tweaking font sizes.
Ready to go out of the box
Your MacBook Air comes with many apps already installed and even more available for download in the App Store. Learn about some key apps that help you stay connected, get creative, and be productive.
Discover what’s new
Check out the Mac User Guide to find out what’s new in macOS 27, including the latest features and apps.
New features for macOS 27 Golden Gate
This MacBook Air Getting Started Guide is for the current MacBook Air. To explore the guide, click Table of Contents at the top of the page, or enter a word or phrase in the search field.
If you need more help, visit Mac Laptop Support.