# Apple's Liquid Glass Feature Stays in macOS 27, Despite User Criticism
Apple will keep Liquid Glass in macOS 27, rejecting calls to remove the polarizing visual effect. The company confirmed the feature persists in its next operating system update, even as some users and developers have pushed back against it.
Liquid Glass creates a translucent, frosted-glass appearance across macOS windows and interface elements. Apple introduced it to give the operating system a sleeker, more modern aesthetic. The effect uses layered transparency and blur effects to create depth and visual hierarchy on screen.
Critics argue Liquid Glass reduces text readability, particularly for users with visual processing sensitivities or low vision. Some parents and educators report that the effect causes eye strain during long study sessions. Developers point out that the blurred backgrounds can interfere with content visibility when windows overlap.
Apple's decision to retain Liquid Glass suggests the company believes the design benefits outweigh usability concerns for most users. The company has built accessibility controls into macOS that let users reduce transparency and motion effects, giving families with specific needs ways to customize their experience.
For parents managing multiple devices or concerned about screen time effects, disabling Liquid Glass through Accessibility settings offers a straightforward solution. Open System Settings, navigate to Accessibility, then Display, and toggle "Reduce transparency" on. This removes the frosted-glass effect system-wide.
The retention of Liquid Glass in macOS 27 reflects Apple's broader design philosophy prioritizing aesthetics alongside function. While the company won't remove the feature entirely, accessibility customizations remain available for families who find it distracting or uncomfortable. Parents upgrading to macOS 27 should know these controls exist and can be adjusted quickly if family members experience eye discomfort or readability issues.