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However, there are a couple that slip through my fingers, like Microsoft's Visio Professional. It doesn't exist on the Mac side and I really need it for my day job as a software quality vice president.
Thankfully, there's more than one way to run Windows apps on your Mac.
- You can use Apple's Boot Camp and run a full installation of Window natively on your Mac
- Use a virtual machine like Parallels Desktop
- Install Windows apps directly with CrossOver and use a Windows app like any other native Mac App
There are advantages and disadvantages to each, but that last one – installing Windows apps directly under CrossOver – is a bit different, and it offers some distinct advantages if you know how to get things going.
With CrossOver, you don't install Windows and then the app. It's all about the app, and only the app. Thankfully, while CrossOver is different, it's not difficult to use. However, there are a few things you need to know. For example, CrossOver doesn't run ALL Windows apps. Some run better than others, and some won't run at all.
What's the best way to install Windows apps?
When trying to determine the best way to install a Windows app, consider the advantages and disadvantages of the three different ways to run Windows on a Mac — natively, via VM or via CrossOver:
Feature | Dual Booting | Virtual Machine | CrossOver |
---|---|---|---|
Run without Rebooting | No | Yes | Yes |
Run without Windows OS License | No | No | Yes |
Runs ALL Windows Apps | Yes | No. Not all graphic-intensive features are supported | No. Some run. Some run OK. Some won't run at all |
Runs Apps at Native Speed | Yes | No | Yes |
Needed to Run an App | Windows License, App License | VM License, Windows License, App License | CrossOver License, App License |
Approximate Costs (App not included) | $120 - $200 for Windows 10 | $80 for Parallels Desktop or VMware Fusion, $120 - $200 for Windows 10 | $40 - $60 for CrossOver |
How to install Windows apps on your Mac using CrossOver
If you want to install Windows apps on your Mac without all the overhead associated with Windows, follow these steps.
- Navigate to CodeWeavers and download CrossOver.
- Go to your Downloads folder and locate the Zip file you downloaded. Double Click it to open it. Archive Utility will Open it up and decompress the contents of the archive.
- Double click the CrossOver.app in your Downloads folder. It will offer to move itself to your Applications folder.
- CrossOver will start for the first time. When it does, it's going to ask you how you want it to run. By default, it runs in trial mode. However, you also enter in your registration information or buy a license right from this page.
- From the screen that appears, click the Install a Windows Application button.
- Type the name of the application you want to run. CrossOver will search its database and display appropriate matches.
- Click on the application you want to run. CrossOver will display compatibility information on it from its database, telling you how likely and how well it will run.
- Click the Continue button.
- Select an installer source.
- Click the Choose Installer File. A Finder window will slide down over the app and allow you to navigate to where you have the installation file stored.
- Select the app.
- Click the Use this installer button. You'll return to the Select an Installer Source screen.
- Click the Continue button. Remember: CrossOver will not find and download the software you want to run for you. You actually have to have the installation file for the software you want to run.
- Select a bottle.
What are bottles?
CrossOver is powered by the Wine Project. As such, all Windows apps are installed in 'containers' called bottles (get it?). When you install an application for the first time, CrossOver will create a bottle and automatically place your application in it. When you install new applications, CrossOver will also give you hints about which apps can work and play well in the same bottle. If your apps can be installed in the same bottle, putting them together will save some space. If they can't, CrossOver will tell you and suggest creating a new bottle. It will also suggest a name for it. Keep the suggestion or give the bottle a name of your own choice.
- Click the Continue button.
- You'll be taken to the Ready to Install screen. CrossOver will give you a summary of what it's installing, where it will install it from, and the name of the bottle where it will install it. CrossOver will also install any needed support software (such as .NET Framework, or the link).
- Click the Install button.
- The software will install. CrossOver displays a progress screen where it will run through not only the creation of the bottle, but it will download any needed support software, and then run the installer you chose. Once the installation process completes, you should be ready to run your software.
- Click Done. The Installation process will close.
- Click the CrossOver icon in the Dock. CrossOver's Collections screen will appear, listing all the bottles you have installed on your Mac.
- Find the bottle you just created and run your software.
Running Windows and Windows apps on a Mac can be challenging. Finding the right method for you and your needs can be equally as challenging; however, if you think about it, there are a number of ways to run Windows on a Mac.
Some are expensive. Some aren't.
Some take time and are complicated. Others aren't.
CrossOver isn't just easy to use, it's affordable. For less than 1/4 the price of Windows plus the price of the application you need to run, you can run it on your Mac. For the odd app out, this is a total no-brainer; and it's fairly easy to do. If you want to make sure your app works with CrossOver before you give it a shot, you can always search for it on their website.
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On Windows 10, the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge has a new tab page experience that is far more customizable than the one available in the legacy version.
Although during the initial setup, you get the option to choose a new tab layout, if you're not happy with your current configuration, the new Microsoft Edge offers plenty of settings to personalize the page with background images, quick links, and content around the web.
In this Windows 10 guide, we'll walk you through the steps to customize and make the most out of the new tab page available with the Chromium version of Microsoft Edge.
How to change new tab layout on Microsoft Edge
To change the new tab page layout on Chromium Edge, use these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Click the Settings and more (three-dotted) button from the top-right.
- Select the Settings option.
- Click on New tab page.Quick tip: You can also access these customizations from the settings (gear) button on any new tab.
- Click the Customize button.Source: Windows Central
- Select the new page layout:
- Focused – offers a design without a background image, search box, quick links with your most frequent sites. Also, if you scroll down, you'll have news tailored to your liking.
- Inspirational – provides a similar experience as the Focused layout, but it features a background image that changes daily. If you scroll down, you'll find news headlines tailored to your taste.
- Informational – features a search box, quick links, and background image, but it focuses on content around the web.
- Use the Language & content drop-down menu to select the language and region of the content that you'll see when opening a new tab.Source: Windows Central
Once you complete the steps, every time you open a new tab, the page will use the layout that you customized.
How to set custom new tab layout on Microsoft Edge
If none of the layouts fits your preferences, the browser also allows you to configure a custom layout with only the blocks you want to see on the page.
To configure a custom new tab layout for Edge on Windows 10, use these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Click the Settings and more (three-dotted) button from the top-right.
- Select the Settings option.
- Click on New tab page.
- Click the Customize button.Source: Windows Central
- Select the Custom option.Source: Windows Central
- Turn on or off the Show quick links toggle switch to show or hide the the links for your frequent sites.Source: Windows Central
- Turn on or off the Image of the day toggle switch to remove the background from the tab page (similar to the Focused layout).
- Use the Content drop-down menu to remove completely or change how news should appear on new tabs.
After you complete the steps, the new tab page will use your custom configuration.
Customizing content experience
You can further personalize the experience by choosing the topics that you're interested in seeing content from the Microsoft News service.
To personalize the new tab content on Microsoft Edge, use these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Use the Ctrl + T keyboard shortcut (or click the plus + button in the top-left) to start a new tab page.
- Click the Personalize button in the headlines row. (You may need to scroll down the page if you don't see the option.)Source: Windows Central
- Under the 'My Interests' section, click the checkmark for the content that isn't of interest to you.Source: Windows Central
- Use the left pane menu to navigate through the different topics (business, entertainment, health, local, etc.).
- Click the plus (+) button for each item.Source: Windows Central
- Click on Information cards.
- Turn off the toggle switch for the cards (Weather, Sports, and Money) you're not interested in seeing in the new tab page.Source: Windows Central
If the content still not relevant to your liking in the new tab page, on each story, you can click the settings (three-dotted) button with options to hide the story or publisher.
How to add or remove links in new tab on Microsoft Edge
Also, you can add, remove, and rename the quick links available on the new tab page.
Adding new tab link
To add new links to the new tab page, use these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Use the Ctrl + T keyboard shortcut (or click the plus + button in the top-left) to start a new tab page.
- Click the add (+) button.
- Specify a name for the website.
- Specify the link of the website you want to pin on the new tab page.Source: Windows Central
- Click the Add button.
Once you complete the steps, the new link will appear in the list but replacing the link in the last position, as you can only have seven links at one time.
Removing new tab link
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To delete a quick link on Microsoft Edge, use these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Use the Ctrl + T keyboard shortcut (or click the + button in the top-left) to start a new tab page.
- Click the settings (three-dotted) button and select the Remove optionSource: Windows Central
After you complete the steps, the link will no longer be available, and another suggestion will replace it.
Renaming new tab link
To rename a quick link in the new tab page, use these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge.
- Use the Ctrl + T keyboard shortcut (or click the + button in the top-left) to start a new tab page.
- Click the settings (three-dotted) button and select the Rename option.
- Specify a different or shorter (recommended) name.Source: Windows Central
- Click the Save button.
Once you complete the steps, the quick link will adopt the new name on the list.
We're focusing this guide on Windows 10, but these instructions will also work on the variants of Microsoft Edge for older versions of Windows and macOS.
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