Coherence Mode is a feature of Parallels Desktop, a popular virtualization software for macOS that allows users to run Windows applications seamlessly alongside their Mac applications. This mode enables you to hide the Windows desktop, making Windows applications appear as if they are native Mac applications. Unfortunately, Coherence Mode is specific to Parallels Desktop and does not apply to the broader "apple" environment or macOS itself without virtualization software.

Examples:

1. Activating Coherence Mode in Parallels Desktop:

   To switch to Coherence Mode, follow these steps:

   • Open Parallels Desktop and start your Windows virtual machine.
   • Once Windows is running, go to the Parallels menu bar at the top of your screen.
   • Click on "View" and select "Enter Coherence."

   Your Windows desktop will disappear, and Windows applications will appear directly on your Mac desktop.

2. Exiting Coherence Mode:

   If you want to switch back to the regular view with the Windows desktop, you can do so easily:

   • Click on the Parallels icon in the macOS menu bar.
   • Select "View" and then "Exit Coherence."

3. Running a Windows Application in Coherence Mode:

   Once in Coherence Mode, you can open Windows applications directly from the macOS Dock or Launchpad:

   • Click on the Parallels icon in the macOS Dock.
   • Select the Windows application you wish to run.

   The application will open in its own window, just like a native Mac application.

Alternatives for macOS:

If you are not using Parallels Desktop but still want to run Windows applications on a Mac, consider the following alternatives:

• Boot Camp: Apple's Boot Camp allows you to partition your Mac's hard drive to install and run Windows natively. However, you must reboot your Mac to switch between macOS and Windows.

• Wine: Wine is a compatibility layer that allows you to run Windows applications on macOS without a full Windows installation. It is less seamless than Coherence Mode but can be a free alternative.

• CrossOver: CrossOver is a commercial product based on Wine that provides a more user-friendly interface and better support for running Windows applications on macOS.