How to add Goal widgets on your Mac desktop

Add Goal Getter widgets to your Mac’s desktop to track your goals and habits while working.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Open Notification Center

• Click the date and time in the top-right corner of your Mac
• Or swipe left from the right edge of your trackpad

2. Scroll to the bottom

• Scroll down to the bottom of the Notification Center
• Click “Edit Widgets”

3. Search for Goal Getter

• Type “Goal Getter” in the search bar
• Select Goal Getter from the results

4. Choose your widget size

• Select from small, medium, or large widget sizes
• Each size shows different information:
  • Small: Single goal progress
  • Medium: Multiple goals overview
  • Large: Detailed progress with charts

5. Add to desktop

• Click “Add Widget” to place it on your desktop
• Drag to your desired location
• Click “Done” to finish

Mac widget features:

Small Widget

• Shows one goal at a time
• Displays progress percentage
• Quick habit check-off

Medium Widget

• Shows multiple goals
• Progress bars for each goal
• Streak counters

Large Widget

• Comprehensive goal overview
• Detailed progress charts
• Multiple goal types (completion, countdown, abstinence)

Customization options:

Goal Selection

• Choose which goals to display
• Set update frequency
• Customize appearance

Desktop Integration

• Keep widgets visible while working
• Quick access to goal tracking
• Seamless integration with macOS

Troubleshooting:

Widget not updating?

• Check Background App Refresh is enabled
• Ensure Goal Getter has permission to update
• Try removing and re-adding the widget

Can’t find Goal Getter?

• Make sure the app is installed
• Check if you’re running macOS 11.0 or later
• Restart your Mac and try again

Widget not appearing?

• Make sure you’re running macOS Big Sur or later
• Check if widgets are enabled in System Preferences
• Try logging out and back in

Stay focused on your goals while working with Goal Getter widgets on your Mac desktop.