, create a new blank disk image (roughly 8.9 GB), and use the createinstallmedia

macOS Catalina (10.15) was released in 2019. While it is no longer the latest OS, it remains the last version of macOS to support . If you rely on legacy software, older games, or specific enterprise drivers, Catalina is the final stop before Apple moved entirely to 64-bit with Catalina itself (and subsequently Apple Silicon with Big Sur).

You will need to install VMware Tools post-install for graphics and mouse integration.

You now have a on your Desktop.

The safest way to obtain the necessary files is to download the installer directly from Apple. This ensures you are using authentic, malware-free software. Microsoft Community Hub Open the App Store official macOS Catalina link provided by Apple Support to launch the Mac App Store. Download the Installer