Touch Bar is without argument the besting that had happened to MacBook Pro in a long time. Agreed, the multi-touch feature has received both praise and criticism alike but even with the bombardment, it continues to be adored by millions of users. And the unprecedented increase in the sales of MacBook Pro does reveal by-and-large positive feedback.
Just as they say, “All good things come at a price.” If you want to use Touch Bar, you will need to spend over $2500 to buy the 15-inch MacBook Pro. What if you do not want to buy the high-end MBP, but your heart pushers you to have a go at the multi-touch feature? That is where a smart application like TouchArch comes in.
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TouchArch iPhone App – Get MacBook Pro Touch Bar on Any Mac
How to Set Up and Use TouchArch on Mac and iPhone
The Mac works in tandem with an iPhone through its iOS counterpart. With the great interface and the smooth controls, the app already feels very familiar from the beginning. So do you want to get Touch Bar on any of your Mac? Continue reading to learn more.
Step #1. First of all, you need to download TouchArch on both your Mac and your iPhone or iPad.
- While the macOS version of the application is available for free, the iOS version will cost you $2.99.
- Also, make sure that your Mac is running macOS High Sierra and your iPhone is running iOS 11 or later.
Step #2. Place your iPhone or iPad close to your Mac and make sure that they are connected to a WiFi network.
Step #3. Once you have successfully installed the application on your Mac and your iPhone or iPad, Launch it on both devices.
Step #4. Next, tap on Connect on your computer.
Step #5. Finally, tap on Get Started.
Now, check out the screen of your iPhone or iPad. All the dynamic controls of Touch Bar are ready to let you use the applications more efficiently. You have all the available features from brightness, volume, etc to Siri to help you get on top of your work.
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You can also comfortably browse through your photos. You can also play and control your music and videos conveniently. And all those funny emojis are at your fingertips to help you make your messaging time much more fun. There is more; the application can double up as a handy remote for your presentation.
The user-interface which is well-designed make sure that you have an easy-going time while using apps on your Mac. The touch controls dynamically change based on the applications that you are using and it also allows you to deal with them effectively.
Impressive Touch Bar Experience
TouchArch provides you with a seamless Touch Bar experience. From my experience with this app for a couple of days, I have fallen in love with it. And there is a part of me which wishes to continue my affair with this adorable application. Frankly speaking, I think the application is just as functional and intuitive as the Touch Bar.
One little but significant benefit you get from this app over the Touch Bar is that it provides a large touch interface. As a result, a lot of you may find it more convenient.
The verdict
If you too love the OLED panel and you want to use it on your Mac without upgrading to the MBP, TouchArch is your best option. TouchArch can also be very helpful for those who want to spend some time sign the Touch Bar before deciding whether they like it.
To me, what headlines for this app is the user interface which is very user-friendly, It is very easy to use and anyone can easily get a hang of it in no time. And the speaks volume of how amazing TouchArch really is!
It’s worth pointing out that in many apps that currently support the functionality, the buttons/shortcuts are already available on-screen.
Nice one from Apple company
Some of the magic is lost when not using it on a touch-enabled device, but Touche is still handy to have – especially if you’re a software developer or video editor.