Without having to install Windows
How to Run EXE Files on Mac
Most software programs have both Windows and macOS versions. But what happens if you have a MacBook and a certain program or app only runs on Windows? The good news is that you don’t need a Windows computer to run Windows-based software.
Executable files are designed for Windows and cannot be run natively in macOS. However, with the right tools, Mac desktops or notebooks can open programs packaged in EXE files. In this tutorial, we will show you how to open EXE files on Mac without having to install Windows on your device.
CrossOver is one of the best PC emulation software for running Windows-based programs on Mac. We didn’t encounter any hiccups while installing this tool on our test device, a 2019 MacBook Pro running macOS Big Sur. The Windows app we installed also ran smoothly and without any issues.