How to Set Up the Screen Saver on Mac

Discover how to easily configure the screen saver on your Mac and personalize your device's display.

Welcome to this quick and easy guide on how to set up a screen saver on your Mac! A screensaver is a great way to add some personal touch to your device, and it also helps to protect your privacy when you're away from your computer. In this guide, we will show you how to set up a screen saver on your Mac in just a few simple steps.

Step 1: Open System Settings

The first step is to open System Preferences on your Mac. You can do this by clicking on the Apple menu in the top left corner of your screen and selecting "System Preferences" from the drop-down menu. Alternatively, you can use Spotlight by pressing Command + Spacebar and typing "System Preferences".

Step 2: Go to Screen Saver

Once you are in System Preferences, click on the "Desktop & Screen Saver" icon. This will take you to the Desktop & Screen Saver settings.

Step 3: Choose from Various Categories

In the Screen Saver tab, you'll see various categories such as Nature, Cosmos, etc. Choose one that appeals to you by clicking on it. You can preview the screen saver by clicking on the "Preview" button.

Step 4: Add Your Own Photos

If you want to add your own photos as a screen saver, select "Photos" from the left-hand panel. From there, you can choose photos from a folder or directly from the Photos app. You can also choose the transition style and set the duration for each photo.

Step 5: Choose and OK

After selecting your desired options for your screen saver, just hit "Choose" and then press "OK". Your screen saver will now appear when your Mac is inactive for a certain period.

Bonus Tip (for macOS Sonoma users): Aerial Screen Savers

If you're running macOS Sonoma, you have access to aerial screen savers which are videos of various places. To activate them, simply select "Aerial" from the left-hand panel and choose one of the available options. You can also choose the location for the video and set the duration for each video.

Extra Bonus Tip: Password Protect Your Mac

To password protect your Mac after launching the screen saver or turning off display, go back to System Settings and navigate to Lock Screen. Then set the option that says "Require password after screen saver begins or display is turned off". This will help to protect your privacy and prevent unauthorized access to your device.

Setting up a screen saver on your Mac is super simple and quick. It is a great way to add some personal touch to your device and also helps to protect your privacy. You can choose from various categories or add your own photos as a screen saver. If you're running macOS Sonoma, you also have access to aerial screen savers which are videos of various places. Remember to password protect your Mac to prevent unauthorized access to your device. We hope this guide has been helpful for you!