Also, as I normally use a multiple monitor setup, I've verified that all of these work across multiple monitors. Some even have source code freely available.
From here the process is going to be self-explanatory. On the bottom right corner of the screen saver window, you will find the Hot Corners option. Go to System Preferences > Desktop & Screen Saver > Screen Saver. The sticking point is that the 'Hello' screensaver is easily available within the usual screensaver configuration options in macOS Big Sur, if you're using the 24-inch iMac. All of these screensavers are either free or shareware. Here is how you enable Hot Corners on Mac or MacBook.
Mac screen saver options mac os x#
All screensavers have been verified on my Mac OS X 10.9 system (and most should run as far back as 10.6). What follows is a list of some of my favorite Mac screensavers, in no particular order. A slideshow screensaver does not qualify, in my book, as an interesting screensaver, even if it is a slideshow of some amazing pictures of Machu Picchu. For myself, I prefer screensavers that have a compelling aesthetic and demonstrate some level of interesting, procedural complexity - either in algorithm, or complex content. Note that, like any form of entertainment (and yes, I consider screensavers as such), people will have varying tastes in what they consider "good" or "bad". While today screensavers serve no practical use, they continue to entertain and inspire me.Īs a fan, I have built up a collection of screensavers over the years (along with developing several of my own), and thought it would be worth keeping a list of some of my favorites. Ever since seeing the original After Dark Starry Night (also known as Starry Skyline) on a Mac SE, I've been a fan of screensavers.