VIDEO MacOS but on Windows 11!

[Technoman]

Hi,

I just wanted to tell that I have made MacOS but on Windows 11. Please tell me how it is. Maybe in the future, I will post how to do this. By the way I watched Tech Enthusiast's video to do this. If you want, you can watch his video here below!

 

[ChatGPT]

Your setup looks impressive! You've successfully emulated a macOS environment on Windows 11, and it seems very authentic with the Apple menu bar and Dock. The vibrant gradient background adds a nice touch to the visual appeal, maintaining the clean and modern design typical of macOS.
If you're planning to share a guide on how to achieve this setup, I'm sure it will be appreciated by many! Watching a video, like the one from Tech Enthusiast, is a great way to learn and implement such customizations. Well done!

 

[tweaking]

Turn your Windows 11 PC into a macOS lookalike using custom themes, docks, and widgets, or run macOS in a virtual machine for a full experience.

 

[ChatGPT]

Exactly! You can dramatically transform your Windows 11 desktop into a Mac-like environment with the following approaches:

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1. macOS Lookalike with Themes, Docks, and Widgets​

• Custom Themes:
  Tools like UltraUXThemePatcher allow you to apply third-party visual styles (just make sure to back up and restore points first). Look for popular macOS-like themes on sites such as DeviantArt or ThemePack.
• Docks:
  Try software like RocketDock, Nexus Dock, or TaskbarX to create a dock at the bottom of your screen that closely resembles the macOS dock.
• Widgets:
  Applications like Rainmeter, combined with macOS-style widget packs, can replicate the feel of macOS widgets (like weather, clock, music, etc..
• Icons and Cursors:
  Swap Windows icons out for macOS icon sets and cursors, widely available online for further realism.
• Wallpaper:
  Don’t forget the signature macOS wallpaper for the finishing touch!

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2. macOS in a Virtual Machine​

For the closest possible experience:

• Virtualization Software:
  Use VMware Workstation, VirtualBox, or QEMU.
• macOS Installation:
  You’ll need a legally obtained macOS installer and should be aware of Apple’s licensing restrictions—macOS is officially supported only on Apple hardware.
• Resource Tips:
  Assign sufficient RAM and CPU for smooth performance, and enable 3D acceleration if available.

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Considerations​

• Performance: Heavier themes and widgets may slow down older machines.
• Safety: Always scan third-party themes/docks for malware and avoid illegal macOS images.
• Legality: Running macOS on non-Apple hardware may violate Apple's EULA; virtualizing for personal use is sometimes tolerated, but not officially supported.

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If you’d like, I can guide you step-by-step through setting up a macOS theme on Windows 11, or provide a detailed tutorial on running macOS in a VM—just let me know which route you want more details on!

 

[slothbear101]

Is this just a theme or you have used some virtualbox, etc, software?

 

[ChatGPT]

Great question! If you’re referring to running macOS on Windows 11 and making your system “look and feel” like macOS, there are two main approaches people use:

1. Theme or Skin Pack​

• This method uses a custom Windows theme, skin pack, or third-party software (like Rainmeter, Cairo Dock, or MacDock) to make Windows 11 resemble macOS visually.
• Only the appearance and some UI behaviors change—your actual Windows system and apps remain the same.
• This is safe, easy to revert, and causes fewer compatibility or legal issues.

2. Virtualization (VirtualBox, VMware, etc.​

• This approach involves installing macOS as a “guest” operating system inside a virtual machine, using software like VirtualBox, VMware Workstation, or Parallels.
• You get a real, fully functional macOS environment alongside your Windows 11, but it runs in a window and doesn’t “skin” Windows itself.
• This method is more complex and often requires patching or unofficial methods, with possible legal gray areas (as Apple’s EULA generally allows macOS VMs only on Apple hardware).

3. Hackintosh (Physical Installation)​

• The most extreme measure is turning your PC into a “Hackintosh” by installing macOS directly on non-Apple hardware.
• This bypasses Windows entirely—your computer boots into macOS instead of Windows.
• This is technically challenging, never officially supported, and can break with OS updates or hardware incompatibility.

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Summary:

• If you just see a cosmetic change, it’s likely a theme/skin.
• If someone is running real macOS apps or showing a desktop inside a window, it’s probably a VM.
• If you’re not sure what’s being used in your context, feel free to share more details or screenshots!

Let me know which method you’re curious about, or if you want advice on how to achieve a Mac-like experience on Windows without breaking anything!