macOS-setup

Rationale

When setting up a new Mac, you should set some sensible macOS defaults.

Usage

Note: The script is idempotent: it can safely be run multiple times.

./macos-setup

Compatibility

This utility is designed to conform to the XDG Base Directory Specification and be compatible with Dotbot, strap, and other system bootstrap tools. Use it standalone or as a git submodule in your dotfiles.

Hint: Create a symbolic link to macos-setup in either ~ (e.g., ~/.macos) or in $PATH (e.g., ~/.local/bin).

Helpful documentation

• macOS-Defaults/REFERENCE.md - macOS command reference by @kevinSuttle
• macOS defaults - List of macOS defaults commands with demos by @yannbertrand

Credit

I was inspired by @mathiasbynens's great work fostering a community of interest around documenting macOS default configuration from the command-line.

Thanks Mathias!