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How do I get an Alert Buzz or Notice in Catalina?

In Sierra, using Calendar, I was able to set an alert for an Event. In Catalina, I can't seem to be able to set this. Has the option been removed? So, I then tried going into Reminders. I was able to type in a new Reminder, but there's nothing about a buzz or an alert or an email that will be forthcoming. Does this just happen automatically with Reminders? What am I overlooking?

Posted on Sep 22, 2020 11:50 AM

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Posted on Sep 28, 2020 3:35 PM

Hi Stephen,


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. We understand you’re having trouble setting alerts for Reminders and Calendar events on your Mac. We’re happy to help.


The articles below provides steps for adding an alert in each application:


Add dates or locations to reminders on Mac - Apple Support


Set event alerts and receive notifications in Calendar on Mac - Apple Support


Let us know if that helps.


Take care.

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Sep 28, 2020 3:35 PM in response to Stephen Souza1

Hi Stephen,


Thanks for using Apple Support Communities. We understand you’re having trouble setting alerts for Reminders and Calendar events on your Mac. We’re happy to help.


The articles below provides steps for adding an alert in each application:


Add dates or locations to reminders on Mac - Apple Support


Set event alerts and receive notifications in Calendar on Mac - Apple Support


Let us know if that helps.


Take care.

How do I get an Alert Buzz or Notice in Catalina?

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