When you lose your iPhone, it can be frustrating and disorienting. But what if you could use your Mac to help you find it? The good news is that Apple has a feature called Near Lock that allows you to unlock your Mac using your iPhone's proximity. This means that as long as your iPhone is within a certain range of your Mac, you can unlock your computer without having to enter a password.

To set up Near Lock on your Mac, first make sure that your iPhone and Mac are connected via Bluetooth. Then, go to the System Preferences on your Mac and click on Security & Privacy. From there, click on Accessibility and then click on the padlock icon in the bottom left corner of the window. Enter your password when prompted.

Next, click on the 'Setup' option in the left-hand column of the System Preferences window. You will see a warning about Near Lock wanting to control System Events - just click OK to continue. In general, it's a good idea to have at least 10 meters of connectivity between your iPhone and Mac when using Near Lock.

Now, you can adjust the settings for Near Lock by clicking on the 'Setup' option again. From here, you can choose whether or not you want your Mac to lock or unlock depending on the proximity of your iPhone. You can also set a range for how far away your iPhone needs to be from your Mac before it locks.

To use the Find My app on your Mac, you'll need to sign in with your Apple ID and download the Mac version of the app from the developer's website. Then, open the app on both your iPhone and Mac and pair the devices. Once you've done this, you can use the app to find your Mac if it's lost or stolen.

In conclusion, Near Lock is a convenient feature that allows you to unlock your Mac using your iPhone's proximity. By following these simple steps, you can set up Near Lock on your Mac and start enjoying the benefits of this handy feature.

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