macOS 26 beta 3 fixes the confusing tab design in Safari and Terminal by removing black underlines and boosting contrast. Here’s what’s new in the latest macOS update.
macOS Tahoe 26 Beta 3 Just Made Tabs Way Less Confusing
macOS Tahoe 26 beta 3 is here, and it brings a small but mighty change as noted by 9to5Mac: tabs are finally easier to read.
If you were one of the many users squinting at Safari or Terminal wondering which tab was active in betas 1 and 2, there’s good news. Apple heard you. The confusing black bar on inactive tabs? Gone. Contrast on the active tab? Boosted. Your eyeballs can now chill.
What Was the Problem with Tabs?
In macOS 26 beta 1 and beta 2, Apple introduced a new tab design that added a black underline to inactive tabs. Unfortunately, many users assumed that underline meant the tab was selected. Combined with the low contrast UI, this led to a lot of head-scratching and accidental clicks.
The biggest issue? You couldn’t quickly spot the active tab, which is a basic necessity for multitaskers.
What’s Fixed in macOS 26 Beta 3?
- Black bar on inactive tabs has been removed
- Higher contrast for active tabs
- Improved clarity in Safari, Terminal, and other tabbed apps
It’s a simple change, but one that improves usability big time. The Terminal app also got this updated design, making it less of a visual maze for developers.
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Why This Matters
This might look like a minor UI tweak, but it’s the kind of thing that defines the user experience. And the fact that Apple tweaked this by beta 3 shows they’re listening closely to developer and tester feedback.
If you skipped installing macOS 26 beta earlier because of the weird tabs, beta 3 is your moment.
Final Thoughts
macOS Tahoe 26 beta 3 isn’t just about features, it’s about refinement. And fixing confusing tabs? That’s a win.
The first public beta of macOS Tahoe 26 is also expected to drop in anytime this month, so stay tuned for more updates!
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