I'm new to Articulate360. I love the platform but I'm realizing that there's some amazing stuff that can only be created in Storyline. But I don't have Windows. Is there a way to use Storyline on an Apple computer? Or a way to use it online as Rise?
I'd also recommend taking a look at the information here in terms of working on a Mac with Articulate 360. There are a few tools that are native to Mac such as Rise and Peek - the other authoring tools are specific to Windows.
Are there any plans for the release of a Mac version? I think it's mind blowing that a creative development software company doesn't release a Mac version of the software when Mac is clearly the better machine for creative development.
Hi, William. Great question, and thanks for sharing your insight with us!
While we haven't announced plans for a native Mac version of Storyline, it can be installed on a Mac with Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion, or Apple Boot Camp. In fact, we've created these short videos to walk you through each program's process.
Many members on our team, myself included, use a Mac daily, so we appreciate its properties. Most of us also use Parallels to run a Windows environment, so please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Thanks again for adding your voice, and we're here if you need anything else!
Hi! Is there a reason that you use another vendor Parallels rather than sticking with Apple Boot camp for this? I have the same issue. I am caught by surprise that this software does not support Mac.
It's very frustrating that a creative development software company doesn't use Mac which is clearly the better machine for creative. I'm in the process of testing out Adobe Captivate solely because of the fact that i can run the native software on my Mac.
The MAC is the more natural platform for content creation. Odd that Articulate do not have a native Mac version of SL. VM, Parallels etc. running on a MAC is still Windows.
+1 for a Mac version. I have Parallels linked to a Bootcamp install at home (so I can either run Wiindows within my Mac or reboot) but despite having this for years for browser/site testing, I wouldn't consider purchasing a PC-only version of a product ever.
I may be wrong, but I think a Mac version of Storyline was mentioned in the beta program before 360 was launched but then it was tabled. I use a Mac and Parallels. It seems to work fine for the most part as long as you don't share files with the Mac. I followed the recommendations that Articulate made regarding setup, so I would encourage you do that.
We've shared all the information and best practices regarding working on a Mac with Storyline/Studio, so there hasn't been much more for us to add here.
I'd like to help with the issue you've run into using Rise 360 on your LMS though. What trouble have you encountered uploading the LMS export in your environment? Our Support Team is available 24/7 to help too!
It is pretty crazy that for some reason Storyline just digs it’s heals in about building a mac native version. Maybe they have a relationship with Parallels? Hopefully one day they will come to their senses and create a Mac native version.
+1 on this, William! I dread the day where my employer makes me remove my Parallels/Windows setup on the Mac because then I'm up a creek. Articulate - please, please consider being more Mac friendly!
Agreed. I know of few companies who promote their Windows software as being able to be used on a Mac. I also think on this page, the question "Can I install Storyline 360, Studio 360, and Replay 360 on my Mac?" should first be answered with "No", before explaining that the software can be run under Windows on a Mac.
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Alex,
You can run Windows on your Mac. You'll need a copy of Parallels and a copy of the Windows operating system.
https://www.parallels.com/
Hi Alex,
I'd also recommend taking a look at the information here in terms of working on a Mac with Articulate 360. There are a few tools that are native to Mac such as Rise and Peek - the other authoring tools are specific to Windows.
Are there any plans for the release of a Mac version? I think it's mind blowing that a creative development software company doesn't release a Mac version of the software when Mac is clearly the better machine for creative development.
Hi, William. Great question, and thanks for sharing your insight with us!
While we haven't announced plans for a native Mac version of Storyline, it can be installed on a Mac with Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion, or Apple Boot Camp. In fact, we've created these short videos to walk you through each program's process.
Many members on our team, myself included, use a Mac daily, so we appreciate its properties. Most of us also use Parallels to run a Windows environment, so please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!
Thanks again for adding your voice, and we're here if you need anything else!
Hi! Is there a reason that you use another vendor Parallels rather than sticking with Apple Boot camp for this? I have the same issue. I am caught by surprise that this software does not support Mac.
I would prefer to use in parallels to take benefit of the Mac OS for everything else
I wish Articulate would consider a true Mac version - having to pay for Parallels and Windows is very costly!
It's very frustrating that a creative development software company doesn't use Mac which is clearly the better machine for creative. I'm in the process of testing out Adobe Captivate solely because of the fact that i can run the native software on my Mac.
I agree!
The MAC is the more natural platform for content creation. Odd that Articulate do not have a native Mac version of SL. VM, Parallels etc. running on a MAC is still Windows.
Yes, I find this frustrating and surprising too!
Articulate would consider a true Mac version... what is the point ... all software compatible both Windon and Mac...........
Look Adobe Captivate compatible both Windows and Mac............
I agree, very very frustrating.
OMG - I can't believe there isn't a Mac version. I'm out.
I was just looking at that issue too. Ironic. If you take a look at the product page, they show a person on a Mac...
+1 for a Mac version. I have Parallels linked to a Bootcamp install at home (so I can either run Wiindows within my Mac or reboot) but despite having this for years for browser/site testing, I wouldn't consider purchasing a PC-only version of a product ever.
I may be wrong, but I think a Mac version of Storyline was mentioned in the beta program before 360 was launched but then it was tabled. I use a Mac and Parallels. It seems to work fine for the most part as long as you don't share files with the Mac. I followed the recommendations that Articulate made regarding setup, so I would encourage you do that.
I'm more inclined to stick with Captivate, which has had a Mac version for a substantial number of years...but thanks.
Hi Peter,
We've shared all the information and best practices regarding working on a Mac with Storyline/Studio, so there hasn't been much more for us to add here.
I'd like to help with the issue you've run into using Rise 360 on your LMS though. What trouble have you encountered uploading the LMS export in your environment? Our Support Team is available 24/7 to help too!
It is pretty crazy that for some reason Storyline just digs it’s heals in about building a mac native version. Maybe they have a relationship with Parallels? Hopefully one day they will come to their senses and create a Mac native version.
+1 on this, William! I dread the day where my employer makes me remove my Parallels/Windows setup on the Mac because then I'm up a creek. Articulate - please, please consider being more Mac friendly!
Agreed. I know of few companies who promote their Windows software as being able to be used on a Mac. I also think on this page, the question "Can I install Storyline 360, Studio 360, and Replay 360 on my Mac?" should first be answered with "No", before explaining that the software can be run under Windows on a Mac.
Agree, it is about time a natice Mac version was released.
What amazes me is that this is probably one of the most requested things I see on these forums and it’s completely ignored each time.