macOS User Guide
- Welcome
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- Work across devices using Continuity
- Use iPhone as a webcam
- Use iPhone with Desk View
- Stream audio and video with AirPlay
- Use one keyboard and mouse to control Mac and iPad
- Hand off between devices
- Unlock your Mac with Apple Watch
- Make and receive phone calls on your Mac
- Sync music, books, and more between devices
- Resources for your Mac
- Resources for your Apple devices
- Copyright
Use Transfer or Reset settings on Mac
Use Transfer or Reset settings to open Migration Assistant or Erase Assistant. Migration Assistant lets you transfer your documents, apps, user accounts, and settings to your Mac from another Mac or PC, or from a Time Machine backup. Erase Assistant lets you safely erase all content and settings on your Mac. To open Erase Assistant, click the Erase All Contents and Settings button in Transfer or Reset settings.
To open Transfer or Reset settings, choose Apple menu > System Settings, click General in the sidebar (you may need to scroll down), then click Transfer or Reset on the right.
Open Transfer or Reset settings for me
Option | Description |
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Open Migration Assistant | Use Migration Assistant to transfer files from another device to your Mac. See Transfer your information to Mac from another computer or device. |
Erase All Content and Settings | Open the Erase Assistant and erase all files and settings on your Mac. See What does Erase Assistant do? |