With the update to macOS Tahoe, Apple is delivering one of the most comprehensive modernizations for the Mac operating system in recent years in 2025. The focus is not only on performance and design but also on the evolution of Spotlight search, Finder customization, and smarter productivity features.In this article, we take a look at the most exciting updates. Spotlight: Smarter Than EverSpotlight, macOS’s integrated search feature, receives an intelligent upgrade with the Tahoe update. What’s new? Extended Actions: You can now directly in Spotlight: Write emails Create notes Set reminders…without even opening the respective app. Third-Party Integration: Spotlight can search content from cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Notion – as long as you grant the necessary permissions. AI Support: Thanks to Apple Intelligence, Spotlight not only recognizes search terms but also understands their meaning and context – for example, vague queries like “Meeting next week with Lara.” Conclusion: Spotlight evolves from a simple search bar into a true command center for the Mac. Finder Becomes More Personal: Colors, Icons & TagsAnother highlight of macOS Tahoe is the new Finder customization. Key features: Color-Customizable Folder Icons: Users can finally color-code folder icons based on category, project, or priority. Individual Icons & Emojis: Each folder can have its own symbol or emoji, making Finder visually more intuitive and personal. New Tagging Options: Files and folders can be tagged with enhanced colors and symbols, improving organization efficiency. These new customization options are particularly useful for power users, creatives, or anyone who wants to personalize their digital workspace. Other macOS Tahoe Features (Quick Overview): System-wide Writing Tools similar to iOS 26 AI-powered notification filtering Enhanced energy management on Apple Silicon Macs Safari improvements with AI-supported reading functionality New privacy options for app access requests Compatibility & AvailabilitymacOS Tahoe is currently available in Developer Beta. The public release is expected in Fall 2025.It primarily supports Macs with Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) – some features, especially AI functionalities like the new Spotlight enhancements, are only available on these devices. ConclusionWith macOS Tahoe, Apple opens a new chapter for the Mac. The combination of intelligent search, customizable Finder, and AI support ensures greater efficiency, clarity, and convenience in everyday use.macOS is now not only more beautiful but also smarter and more personal than ever.