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How to create Catalina boot USB installer on Windows PC?
I'm a technical writer and web designer, so I have a good handle on software and tools. However, I'm more familiar with macOS environments and usually work with a MacBook M1. I recently ran into a si...
It now becomes much simple to create macOS bootable USB on a Windows PC with the help of dmg burning tool. First, download macOS Catalina dmg file from a legit website and burn it to USB drive. This process will extract the dmg file and make the USB bootable. Here is a step-by-step guide you can follow:
https://www.howtogeeker.com/make-macos-bootable-usb-on-windows
P.S. Please use a fast USB drive. This will save time!
It is a very challenge task for creating a macOS Catalina bootable USB on a Windows PC, as the necessary tools and macOS file formats are typically tailored for macOS environments. While it is possible to use third-party software like DMG Editor, these methods can be complicated and may not yield the same reliability as using a Mac.
Borrowing a Mac is the best choice as it provides direct access to macOS’s Disk Utility and Terminal commands, ensuring a smooth and seamless process for creating the bootable USB drive, ultimately leading to better compatibility and fewer potential issues during installation.
Borrowing a Mac is the best choice as it provides direct access to macOS’s Disk Utility and Terminal commands, ensuring a smooth and seamless process for creating the bootable USB drive, ultimately leading to better compatibility and fewer potential issues during installation.
