How to Change the Default WiFi Network on a Mac

Changing Your Wi-Fi Preferences

1. 
   Click on the "Advanced" button. The "Advanced" button is at the bottom right of the window. Clicking on it will bring up a new menu.
2. 
   Locate your list of Preferred Networks. You should see a list of networks that you have been connected to in the past. The network on the top of your list is your default.

   1. When your Mac is within range of any two networks on your "Preferred Networks" list, it will connect to whichever network is placed higher up on the list. ^[1]
   2. If you don't see the networks that you expect, click the + sign to add a new network. The "Show Networks" button will give you a list of available Wi-Fi networks in your range. Select one and click "Join" to join it. You will need to type in a Wi-Fi password to join some networks.
3. 
   Drag your preferred network to the top of the list. Scroll through the "Preferred Networks" list until you find the one you want to be the default. Click and drag it to the top of the list.
4. 
   Remove a Network (optional). You can remove a network from the "Preferred Networks" section at any time by simply clicking on it, then selecting the - button. A pop-up window will appear asking you to confirm your changes. Hit "Remove" to remove the network.
5. 
   Click "OK." Select the "OK" button at the bottom right of the window. Exit out of the "Network" window. Your changes have been made.