Uninstalling apps works the same way on M1, M2, and M3 Macs. Move the app to the Trash in Finder. The chip inside your Mac does not change the steps. Some older apps run through Rosetta, but you remove them the same way as any other app.
Quick steps
- Quit the app.
- Open Applications in Finder.
- Move the app to the Trash.
- Empty the Trash when you are sure.
Step 1: Quit the app
Press Command and Q while the app is open.
Step 2: Move the app to the Trash
- Open Finder and click Applications.
- Select the app and press Command and Delete.
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Step 3: Empty the Trash
Choose Finder, then Empty Trash, once you are sure you no longer need the app.
What about Rosetta apps?
Apple silicon Macs can run older apps built for Intel chips. These apps run through Rosetta, a translation layer built into macOS. To check whether an app uses Rosetta:
- Select the app in Finder.
- Press Command and I to open Get Info.
- Look for the Open using Rosetta setting.
Removing a Rosetta app works the same as removing any other app. There is no separate step.
Warning: Do not change the Rosetta setting unless you know why you need to. Some apps will not open if it is changed.
Which Mac chip do I have?
Click the Apple menu, then About This Mac. The chip name, such as M1, M2, or M3, appears near the top of the window.
Frequently asked questions
Does an M1, M2, or M3 Mac need a different uninstaller?
No. Any uninstaller that works on macOS works on these Macs. Finder works on all of them.
Are Intel apps still safe to remove?
Yes. Remove them the same way as any other app.
Will removing an app affect the chip?
No. Removing an app only changes the files for that app.
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