Toggle on and select Always . You can choose between short dates ( 4/14/26 ) or long dates ( Apr 14, 2026 ). I prefer the long format—it feels more professional when you screen-grab your desktop.
Pro tip: Ask Siri ("What time is it in Tokyo?") or type "Time Tokyo" into Spotlight ( Cmd + Space ) for a quick answer without messing with settings. macbook clock
Most people leave the clock set to digital (e.g., 5:30 PM ). But did you know you can switch it to analog? When you enable and switch to analog, you get a tiny, classic watch face right in the menu bar. It isn’t the most practical for precise time reading, but it looks charmingly retro. Toggle on and select Always