Welcome to your MacBook Air

Your MacBook Air automatically starts up when you lift the lid. The Setup Assistant helps you get up and running.

Hardware Overview

The MacBook Air features several key components for interaction and connectivity.

Top View: Keyboard and Trackpad

The top view reveals the keyboard and trackpad area. The keyboard includes standard typing keys. Located in the upper right corner of the keyboard is the Touch ID sensor, which also functions as the power button. Below the keyboard is the large, rectangular Force Touch trackpad, which supports various gestures.

Front View: Display and Screen Elements

The front view showcases the laptop's display. At the top of the screen is the Menu bar, which houses system status indicators and application menus. Positioned above the screen is the FaceTime HD camera. To the right of the camera is the Control Center icon. The screen itself displays the Finder, the Dock with application icons, and System Preferences.

Side View: Ports

The side view illustrates the available ports. On one side, there is a standard Headphone jack. On the opposite side, you will find two ports: the MagSafe 3 charging port and a Thunderbolt / USB 4 port.

Key Features

Touch ID

Your fingerprint, registered with Touch ID, can unlock your MacBook Air, allow you to sign into apps instantly, and facilitate purchases using Apple Pay. ?

Multi-Touch Trackpad Gestures

Navigate web pages and applications with ease using Multi-Touch gestures on the trackpad. For a comprehensive list of gestures and how to use them, open System Preferences and select Trackpad.

MagSafe 3 Charging

Charge your MacBook Air conveniently using the MagSafe 3 port. ?

Further Information

To learn more about setting up and using your MacBook Air, consult the MacBook Air Essentials guide. You can access this guide online by visiting support.apple.com/guide/macbook-air.

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