How do you set up your Apple MacBook?

At the first step of the setup, Apple asks you to select a language and region. The language you choose becomes your primary language on your MacBook. You can adjust the language and region at any time after the setup.

Do you have difficulty seeing, hearing, or a motor disability? 'Accessibility' helps you with special functions so you can work with your MacBook more easily.

Time to connect your MacBook to a WiFi network. Choose your network from the list and enter your password if it's a secured network. If you prefer to connect to a local network, choose 'Other network options'.

Do you want to transfer data from another computer to your new MacBook? You can do that here. Do you want to transfer data from another MacBook? Select the option 'From a MacBook, Time Machine backup, or startup disk'.

Is your data coming from a Windows device? Select the option 'From a Windows PC'. If you don't want to transfer data now, select the third option.

You can also transfer data later using the Migration Assistant.

This is the fine print, which you usually wouldn't read. If you have the time, read the conditions above. If you agree, click 'Agree'.

Enter your name and account details here. The account name you enter will also be the name of your personal folder. You'll see it more often when using your MacBook. Find a good password as well. One that's not too easy to guess, but one you'll remember easily. If you forget the password later, you can ask for a clue. You can enter the clue in this step.

Here, you can indicate whether your MacBook can pass your location on to apps and websites. Many apps like as Safari and Maps use location services to give you more specific and personalized information. The disadvantage is that breaches your privacy slightly and can also affect the battery life.

At this step of the setup, Apple asks you to select a time zone. This way, your MacBook knows what time to display, for example

Would you like to help Apple with their app development? Check the two options for forwarding usage information and sharing crash data here.

Siri is the Apple personal assistant and works based on speech recognition. For example, you can ask your MacBook about tomorrow's weather, start an app, or solve a math problem for you.

If you don't want to enable the option now, you can also switch on Siri later.

Does your MacBook have Touch ID? You can configure the fingerprint scanner in this step. Briefly place your finger on the scanner several times. You'll find it on the top right of the keyboard. It then scans the sides of your fingerprint so you can easily log in with Touch ID.

Want light tabs and details? Choose the white display. Prefer to work with dark tabs and accents? Choose the black display. You can also choose to automatically adjust the screen to your environment. It'll turn white in a light room and black in a dark room this way. You can change the display at any given time.

And that's it. Your personal preferences are saved and your MacBook is ready to use. Have fun!