FAQ
Answers about CupertinoClicks, macOS permissions, and how the app is built to behave.
What are mechanical keyboard sounds for Mac?
Mechanical keyboard sounds for Mac are short audio cues that play when you press keys, giving laptop or membrane keyboards the tactile feel of a physical switch board. CupertinoClicks is a menu bar app for macOS 13+ that plays realistic switch recordings system-wide - in Safari, Slack, Xcode, and any app where you type.
Does CupertinoClicks include mouse sounds?
Yes. Alongside 18 keyboard switch presets, CupertinoClicks includes four mouse click presets for left and right buttons. Mouse sounds use the same high-quality recordings as the keyboard presets and can be toggled independently from the menu bar.
What is the Tone Pad?
The Tone Pad is a two-axis control that lets you balance thock and clack before choosing a switch preset. Drag until the sound feels right, then pick from presets like Cherry MX, Holy Panda, or Topre to match your preferred mechanical keyboard character.
Why does macOS ask for Input Monitoring?
To play sounds while another app has keyboard focus, the system classifies that capability under Input Monitoring. You can revoke access anytime in System Settings → Privacy & Security.
Can CupertinoClicks see what I type?
No. The app maps key codes to which local preset sound to play. It does not log or transmit your typed content.
Can I use my own sound files or tune every key?
Not in this product. CupertinoClicks ships with fixed bundled presets only - by design, to keep setup simple.
Will this drain my battery or slow typing?
Sounds are short WAV playback on key events. If you notice an issue on a specific Mac, turn off listening from the menu bar.
How do I uninstall or reset permissions?
Remove the app like any Mac App Store download. To reset Input Monitoring, open System Settings → Privacy & Security → Input Monitoring and adjust entries for CupertinoClicks.
How does activation work for the website download?
After purchasing on cupertinoclicks.com, open the app and enter the same email you used at checkout. A 6-digit code will be sent to verify your purchase. Each license activates on up to two Macs and works offline after activation.
Do App Store downloads need activation?
No. The Mac App Store build does not require email verification. Apple handles purchase access through your App Store account.
Can I move my license to a new Mac?
Yes. Deactivate an old device from cupertinoclicks.com/account/devices or from Settings in the direct-download app, then activate on the new Mac with your purchase email.
Is the app sandboxed?
Yes. Both distribution builds use the Mac sandbox. The direct-download build adds a network entitlement only for one-time email activation.
How can I report a bug or ask a question?
Use the feedback form on the homepage or visit cupertinoclicks.com/feedback. No account is required. You can optionally include an email or social profile link if you want a reply.
For how we handle data and keyboard access, see Privacy & safety.
Looking for sound-focused guidance? Visit Keyboard sounds for Mac.