How to Zoom in by Clicking on a Mac

Trackpad

1. 

   Click on the Apple menu. It's the black, apple-shaped icon in the upper-left of your screen.

2. 

   Click on System Preferences.

3. 

   Click on Trackpad. It's in the center of the preferences window.

4. 

   Click on Scroll & Zoom. It's near the top of the dialog box.

5. 

   Click on the checkbox next to "Smart zoom." It should be blue and contain a checkmark.

6. 

   Click on the checkbox next to "Zoom in or out." It should be blue and contain a checkmark.

7. 

   Double-tap the trackpad with two fingers. This will zoom in on the display. Just double tap once again to zoom out.

8. 

   Pinch and spread two fingers on the trackpad. This will zoom in on the display. Pinch two fingers back together to zoom out.

   1. Users with a Force Trackpad can also use a Force click to quickly zoom in on maps.