VIDEO: How to Block App Notifications on MacBooks
You can now get rid of those alerts you find annoying or distracting.
You know that feeling when you're really focused on your MacBook, maybe working on something important or just Browse quietly? Then, a notification pops up. Another follows. Soon, your screen is filled with alerts, a new email, a social media mention, a reminder that can wait. This can easily pull you out of what you're doing.
Those little chimes and banners, even when they're trying to be helpful, often become constant distractions that simply chip away at your peace and productivity. If you're tired of your Mac regularly interrupting you and you'd like some quiet time back, you're in the right spot. Here's how to block app notifications on your Mac.
Ogbonda Chivumnovu
How to Block App Notifications on MacBooks
- Step 1: Click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen, then select System Preferences.
- Step 2: In the System Preferences window, click on the Notifications & Focus icon.
- Step 3: In the left sidebar, you'll see a list of applications. Click on the app for which you want to block notifications.
- Step 4: On the left side, at the top, you'll see an option Allow Notifications. Toggle off the option to disable all notifications for that specific app.
Video Script & Editing: Kelechi Edeh / Techloy.com | Content Research: Ogbonda Chivumnovu / Techloy.com
Conclusion
Taking control of your MacBook's notifications can truly transform your daily experience. By following these steps, you're not just turning off alerts; you're reclaiming your peace, your focus, and ultimately, your productivity.
No more constant pings pulling you away from what matters. Now, you have the power to decide when your Mac gets your attention, ensuring your digital workspace is exactly what it should be: a place for you to get things done, quietly and effectively.
Ogbonda Chivumnovu
