MacOS X Mavericks: How to calibrate your monitor

You can easily calibrate monitors under MacOS X Mavericks using the system settings. A calibration assistant will accompany you in making your personal settings. You can find out how it works in our practical tip.

Calibrate your monitor under Mavericks

With the help of the calibration assistant you determine the gamma settings and color temperatures of your Mac computer under Mavericks. You start the wizard in the following way:

1. Open the system settings in your dock.
2. Click here on the "Monitors" menu item.
3. In the next window, select the "Colors" tab.
4. Now the option "Calibrate ..." appears on the right side. The calibration assistant is opened with a click. Follow the further instructions to complete the calibration.
5. The configuration made is then saved as a profile and can be selected from the list.

The next practical tip will show you how to connect an external monitor to your Macbook.