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All of the Apple Silicon processors\u2014M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max, M1 Ultra, M2, M2 Pro, and M2 Max\u2014used in the latest Macs are based on processors first developed for the iPhone and iPad. These processors share an ARM architecture and because of that, the number of apps compatible with Macs have greatly expanded with Apple’s implementation of these ARM processors into the Mac platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That’s because M.x-equipped Macs can run iOS and iPadOS apps. While most users likely won’t need to run iOS and iPad apps on the Mac, others, especially those who have a particular fondness for the design of an app they use on their iPhone or iPad regularly, will find it very handy. And that goes doubly for those who use an iOS or iPadOS app that\u2019s not available in a macOS native version.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, if you’re interested in loading up your favorite iPad apps onto your Mac, lets look at how to proceed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To download iOS or iPadOS apps you\u2019ve already purchased:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0\u00a0Launch the Mac App Store.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0 In the lower left hand corner of the window, you’ll see your name. If it’s not there, you’ll need to sign in first with your Apple ID.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Mac App Store<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0\u00a0Once you’ve signed in and clicked your name, the App Store will display all of the apps you’ve purchased and\/or downloaded before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0 To filter the list to only show your iPhone and iPad Apps, click the \u201ciPhone & iPad Apps\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0 Click “Install” next to the app and the app will install to your Mac.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To install iOS or iPadOS apps you haven’t installed or purchased yet:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0 Launch the Mac App Store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0 Do a search for the app you need. For this tutorial, I chose Overcast, a podcast player for iPadOS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0 It should appear under a Results for\u201d heading. The button on the left \u201cMac Apps\u201d will be selected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00b0 Click \u201cGet\u201d or the price button. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If it\u2019s free, you\u2019re good to go. If there\u2019s a price, you\u2019ll be prompted through the purchasing process. Then you\u2019ll see a green Install button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Install<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
The app should now appear in your Mac\u2019s Applications folder. You can launch it like any other macOS app. Or you can use Launchpad (located in the Dock).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Once launched, you should be able to navigate the apps with your mouse just as you would with taps on an iPhone or iPad. But you can also use touch alternatives to interact with these apps. According to Apple, you can “press and hold the Option key to use a trackpad as a virtual touch screen. To turn on alternatives for an app, choose [App<\/em>] > Settings. You can see alternatives available for the app by clicking the tabs.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
LaunchPad<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
The app will appear in your list of apps. You may have to scroll through them to find it.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
App in Launchpad<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Keep in mind that iOS and iPadOS apps aren\u2019t designed for use on macOS, so you may experience some quirks when you run them on your Mac.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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