If your MacBook has macOS 26 Tahoe or later, the "Magnifier" tool is available as an accessibility feature that allows you to use your computer's camera to zoom in on objects around you. To begin with, open the app and click on "Camera." You can then select from three different options - using a webcam connected to the computer, a third-party camera or an iPhone via Apple's Continuity feature.
To display magnified text, click on the "Reader" icon near the top-right corner of your Magnifier window. A sidebar menu appears that includes formatting options, such as changing font color, background, and brightness settings.
For faraway texts, position a webcam facing away from you, swap to it via the app's camera section in the top menu bar, and click on the "Reader" icon again. You can also listen to the identified text by clicking on the play button at the top-right corner of your Magnifier window.
One key use case for Magnifier is when applying makeup, putting in contacts or doing anything else where you need a detailed view of your face. In my testing, using Magnifier worked best with my MacBook's built-in webcam or an iPhone.
To capture faraway text on yourself, simply open the app and click on "Camera." Then use the slider in the top center of the Magnifier window to zoom in. A live feed of your zoomed-in view appears in the main window. You can take a photo by clicking on the camera button at the bottom-left corner of the app to review later.
You can swap between different cameras and adjust settings such as brightness, contrast, and visual appearance for captured images via the image section in Magnifier's menu bar.
To display magnified text, click on the "Reader" icon near the top-right corner of your Magnifier window. A sidebar menu appears that includes formatting options, such as changing font color, background, and brightness settings.
For faraway texts, position a webcam facing away from you, swap to it via the app's camera section in the top menu bar, and click on the "Reader" icon again. You can also listen to the identified text by clicking on the play button at the top-right corner of your Magnifier window.
One key use case for Magnifier is when applying makeup, putting in contacts or doing anything else where you need a detailed view of your face. In my testing, using Magnifier worked best with my MacBook's built-in webcam or an iPhone.
To capture faraway text on yourself, simply open the app and click on "Camera." Then use the slider in the top center of the Magnifier window to zoom in. A live feed of your zoomed-in view appears in the main window. You can take a photo by clicking on the camera button at the bottom-left corner of the app to review later.
You can swap between different cameras and adjust settings such as brightness, contrast, and visual appearance for captured images via the image section in Magnifier's menu bar.
it's literally a lifesaver esp when im trying 2 see tiny text esp wen i'm feelin lazy lol. and the fact that its connected 2 ur iPhone via Continuity is SO cool! 
also, who needs makeup tutorials wen u got this app rn? 
just kidding, sorta 
but seriously, it's amazing how much easier it makes things like putting in contacts or reading tiny text on ur phone. can't wait 2 see what other features apple comes up with next 
for me its literally changed my life i mean i have a macbook and i was always strugglin to read menus on websites or stuff cuz my eyes r bad lol but now with magnifier i can zoom in like crazy 
and its so easy to use too! i just click the camera button and adjust the slider and voila 
I tried it out with my MacBook and iPhone and it worked flawlessly, the camera option is super convenient especially when you're applying foundation or doing your eyes - no more squinting! 
... I mean, who doesn't need a built-in camera magnifier to read tiny text or check their makeup without touching it? It's not like there are already tons of third-party apps that offer similar functionality 
. But hey, at least now we can all benefit from this game-changing feature and its sleek interface 
... I especially love how you have to click on the "Reader" icon twice to see magnified text 
. And of course, who wouldn't want to listen to audio of faraway text while making a face 
? It's just so... convenient 
on MacBook! having a built-in camera magnifier is literally game changer 
especially when you're trying to put in contacts or do makeup 
it's like, no more straining eyes or squinting at tiny text 
anyone else love this new accessibility feature? 
what do you guys think? have you ever used anything like this before?
. The feature that allows you to listen to identified text is also genius 
...makes navigating texts way easier on the go!
and I love how easy it is to take a photo of yourself for later reference 
The real game-changer would be if Magnifier could handle more complex visuals, like 3D models or whatnot. That's when we'd really see some innovation happen 
, you know? Being able to use your camera to zoom in on stuff and even capture yourself... it's so cool! 
But at the same time, I feel like we're living in a world where we need these kinds of tools more than ever. Like, have you seen some of those tiny fonts on websites lately? 
. Overall, this is a fantastic example of how technology can be used to enhance quality of life for people with disabilities