Learn how to enable Apple Intelligence on macOS and make Raycast your default search. A step-by-step guide to enhance your Mac's capabilities and streamline productivity.
1. Turn on Apple Intelligence#
Begin by ensuring your Mac is updated to macOS Sequoia:
- Go to Settings > General > About > macOS to confirm you're using macOS Sequoia.
- Once confirmed, open System Settings and navigate to Siri.
- Switch on Apple Intelligence.
With this setup, you’re ready to leverage Apple’s intelligent features on your Mac.
2. Install and Configure Raycast as Your Default Search#
Download Raycast from its official website and replace Spotlight search with Raycast:
- Disable Spotlight's keyboard shortcut (⌘ Command + Space) by navigating to System Settings > Keyboard > Keyboard Shortcuts > Spotlight and unchecking Show Spotlight Search.
- Open Raycast and go to its settings by pressing ⌘ Command + Comma or by clicking on the Raycast icon in the bottom bar.
- Update Raycast’s hotkey to ⌘ Command + Space to replace Spotlight.
3. Install the Apple Intelligence Raycast Extension#
Now, integrate Apple Intelligence with Raycast:
- Open Raycast, navigate to Extensions, and search for “Apple Intelligence.”
- Use ⌘ Command + N or click on + icon and select install from store
- Search for Apple intelligence and install it
After setup, simply open Raycast with ⌘ Command + Space, type “Apple Intelligence,” and access intelligent features effortlessly.
That’s it! With Apple Intelligence now set up via Raycast, enjoy a more seamless, intuitive experience on your Mac.
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