I spent a lot of time thinking about a sweet gift for my best friend. When I was in the midst of thought, the idea of making a custom calendar using Photos app on Mac came to my mind.
And tell you what; my friend really loved that personalized calendar decorated with memorable photos and loving messages. Do you also wish to gift your pal a custom calendar? Let’s jump over to make one!
Quick Link:
- How to Make A Calendar In The Photos app on Mac
- How to Edit A Calendar in Photos on Mac
- How to Add Holidays Or Personal Calendars To A Calendar Month in Photos on Mac
- Add Pictures To A Calendar Month In Photos On Mac
- Order a Calendar in Photos App on Mac
How to Make A Calendar In The Photos app on Mac
Step #1. Open Photos app on your Mac.
Then, you have to choose at least 12 pictures from your Photo library. If you want to make a calendar of 24 months, select 24 months. A 12-month calendar is priced at $19.99.
Step #2. Now, you need to click on the Add (+) button in the sidebar next to My Projects. Then, select Calendar.
![Click on Plus Button and select Calendar on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Plus-Button-and-select-Calendar-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #3. Next, click on month length.
Also, select a month and year to start the calendar.
![Click on month length and Select Month, Year on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-month-length-and-Select-Month-Year-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
You have the option to include up to 24 months to your calendar.
Step #4. Click Continue.
![Click on Continue on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Continue-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
And then choose a Calendar theme.
![Choose a Calendar theme on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Choose-a-Calendar-theme-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
You can choose the theme that’s perfectly timed to your interest.
As you will be able to change the theme later during editing, select any theme you want.
Step #5. Click Create Calendar.
![Click Create Calendar on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-Create-Calendar-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Now, the photos will appear onto each month. To ensure your calendar looks just the way you want, use all the editing tools to design it.
How to Edit A Calendar in Photos on Mac
Step #1. With the project open, simply double-click on a month to select it.
![Click on Month to Edit Calendar in Photos on Mac](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Month-to-Edit-Calendar-in-Photos-on-Mac.jpg)
Step #2. Now, you need to click on a picture and drag your cursor to the left or right to reposition it.
![Click on a picture and drag your cursor in Calendar on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-a-picture-and-drag-your-cursor-in-Calendar-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #3. Next, click Options, which is right under the month to edit the template.
![Click on Options on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Options-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #4. Now, you can choose a preferred template.
![Choose a preferred template on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Choose-a-preferred-template-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
You have the option to change the layout of the month, add more photos, or remove photos from a month.
Based on the theme you have selected, you will have a number of template options.
If you find some templates with words, you will be able to write on them.
Just double-click a photo to edit it. Besides, you will add filters, zoom, and crop. Also, check out the option to adjust the picture using photo editing tools.
![Double-click a photo to edit on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Double-click-a-photo-to-edit-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
You can click on a text box to add a sweet message. The Text Options panel will automatically appear with multiple options like changing the font, size, style, color, and alignment.
How to Add Holidays Or Personal Calendars To A Calendar Month in Photos on Mac
You can also add your holidays and personal characters to your calendar to make it more personalized.
Step #1. Click on Calendar settings button at the top right corner of the Photos app window.
![Click on Calendar settings button on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Calendar-settings-button-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #2. Under Show Calendars, you need to choose a calendar.
![Choose a calendar on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Choose-a-calendar-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #3. If you want to add national holidays, click the drop-down menu under Show national holidays and select a country.
![Click drop down menu and Select country on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-drop-down-menu-and-Select-country-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
![Click on Show birthdays from Contacts on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Show-birthdays-from-Contacts-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #4. Finally, check the box for Show birthdays from Contacts to include birthdays.
Add Pictures To A Calendar Month In Photos On Mac
Forgot to include some photos to your calendar? Needless to worry, mate! You can add them during editing.
Step #1. With the project open, click on add Photo at the bottom right corner of the Photos app window.
![Click on add Photo on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-add-Photo-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #2. Once you have selected pictures, click Add at the top right corner.
The images you have just added will appear in a tray at the bottom of your project screen. You can drag the image to a month to add it to the calendar.
Alternately, you can also click the auto-fill button to add new photos to empty spots on your the calendar a lot quickly.
Order a Calendar in Photos App on Mac
Step #1. Click Buy Calendar and then you have to enter your shipping address.
![Click on Buy Calendar on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Buy-Calendar-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
When sending something to someone in your contacts, just search for a name. The address will automatically show up in the address field.
Double check to ensure everything is correct.
Step #2. Click Place Order.
![Click on Place Order on Mac Photos App](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Click-on-Place-Order-on-Mac-Photos-App.jpg)
Step #3. Now, you have to enter your Apple ID and password to confirm.
![Enter Apple ID and password to confirm your Order](https://demo.igeeksblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Enter-Apple-ID-and-password-to-confirm-your-Order.jpg)
Next, your project will be uploaded to Apple’s servers. After the process is finished, you will get a notification and an email. The package will be delivered to your address in a few days.
That’s pretty much it, folks!
Wrap up:
So, how was your experience of creating a wonderful calendar? It’d be great to know your feedback in the comments below.
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