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    1 min read 5 stepsJanuary 16, 2026Verified January 2026

    How to Use the App Store on Mac

    Discover, download, and update apps from Apple's official Mac App Store.

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    Category
    Mac Guides
    Difficulty
    Beginner
    Read Time
    1 min read
    Steps
    5
    Topics covered
    beginner
    mac
    app-store
    apps
    install

    In this guide (5 steps):

    1. 1.Open the App Store
    2. 2.Browse or search
    3. 3.Install an app
    4. 4.Update apps
    5. 5.Manage subscriptions
    1

    Open the App Store

    ~15s
    Click the App Store icon (blue A) in the Dock or search for it with Spotlight.
    2

    Browse or search

    ~15s
    Use the tabs (Discover, Create, Work, Play) or the search bar to find apps.
    3

    Install an app

    ~15s
    Click "Get" then "Install." You may need to sign in with your Apple ID and verify with Touch ID.
    4

    Update apps

    ~15s
    Click your profile icon or go to the Updates section to see and install available updates.
    5

    Manage subscriptions

    ~15s
    Click your profileSubscriptions to view and manage recurring app subscriptions.

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