How to Use the Mac App Store in Mac OS Mojave

Posted on 19th June 2023

The Mac App Store is a great place to find new apps for your Mac. Here’s how to use the Mac App Store in Mac OS Mojave.

To access the Mac App Store, click the App Store icon in the Dock.

If you can’t find the App Store icon, type App Store into Spotlight.

Once you’re in the App Store, you can browse apps by category or use the search box to find something specific.

To install an app, click the Get button or price. You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID and password.

If an app is free, you’ll just need to click the Get button.

Once an app has been downloaded, you can launch it from the Launchpad or from the Applications folder.

If you need to update an app, open the App Store and click the Updates tab at the top of the window. Here you’ll see a list of apps with available updates.

To update an app, click the Update button next to it.

If you want to automatically install app updates in the future, go to System Preferences > App Store and select the Automatically check for updates and Install system data files and security updates checkboxes.

Assuming that you have already upgraded to Mojave, here’s how to start using the Mac App Store to find and install new apps.

First, open the App Store by clicking the icon in the Dock or Launchpad. If you can’t find the icon, it may be in the Applications folder.

Once the App Store opens, you’ll see a featured section on the main page. This section changes from time to time, but it always includes some of the most popular and useful apps.

If you’re looking for something specific, use the search bar in the top-right corner of the App Store window. For example, you can search for “photo editor” to find apps for editing photos.

Once you find an app that you want to install, click on its icon to open its App Store page. On the app’s page, you’ll see more information about the app, including screenshots, reviews, and the app’s system requirements.

To install an app, click on the “Get” or “Buy” button on the app’s page. You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID and password.

Once the app has been downloaded, you can find it in the Launchpad or in the Applications folder.

The Mac App Store is a great way to find new apps for your Mac. If you’re not sure what you’re looking for, you can browse the featured section or use the search bar to find something specific. Once you find an app that you want to install, click on its icon to open its App Store page. On the app’s page, you’ll see more information about the app, including screenshots, reviews, and the app’s system requirements. To install an app, click on the “Get” or “Buy” button on the app’s page. You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID and password. Once the app has been downloaded, you can find it in the Launchpad or in the Applications folder.

The Mac App Store is Mojave’s new centralised hub for all your Mac software needs, making it easy to discover, install and keep your apps up-to-date. Here’s how to use it.

Mojave’s Mac App Store

Mojave’s Mac App Store looks a lot like the iOS App Store. There’s a Today tab showing off new and featured apps, as well as dedicated tabs for Games, Apps and Updates.

Games, Apps and Updates tabs in Mojave’s Mac App Store

The App Store shows off new and featured apps in the Today, Games, Apps and Updates tabs

In the Today tab you’ll find stories about the apps, as well as tips and tricks for using them. The Games and Apps tabs work in much the same way as they do on iOS, showing off the latest releases and top charts.

The Updates tab is where you can go to quickly check for and install any updates for your installed apps. This is a handy way to keep all your apps up-to-date without having to open each one individually and check for updates.

How to install apps from the Mac App Store

Installing apps from the Mac App Store is easy. Just find the app you want to install and click the Get button. You may be asked to enter your Apple ID and password.

If the app is free, you’ll be able to install it straight away. If it’s a paid app, you’ll be prompted to enter your payment details. Once you’ve done that, the app will start downloading and installing.

How to update apps from the Mac App Store

Updating apps from the Mac App Store is just as easy as installing them. Open the Updates tab and you’ll see a list of all the apps that have updates available.

Click the Update button next to an app to update it. You may be asked to enter your Apple ID and password. Once you’ve done that, the update will start downloading and installing.

How to uninstall apps from the Mac App Store

Uninstalling apps from the Mac App Store is easy. Just find the app you want to uninstall and click the Delete button. You’ll be asked to confirm that you want to delete the app.

Once you’ve confirmed, the app will be uninstalled and its icon will be removed from your Dock.

The Mac App Store is a handy way to discover, install and update your Mac apps. With its easy-to-use interface, it’s the perfect place to find the apps you need to make the most of your Mac.

The Mac App Store can be a great place to find new apps for your Mac. Here’s how to use the Mac App Store in Mac OS Mojave.

To access the Mac App Store, click the App Store icon in the Dock.

You can browse the Mac App Store by featured apps, categories, or top charts. To see all the apps in a category, click on the category name.

When you find an app that you want to install, click on the Get button. If the app is free, it will be installed automatically. If the app is not free, you will be prompted to enter your Apple ID password.

Once the app is installed, you can launch it from the Launchpad or from the Applications folder.