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How to Force Restart the Device on Mac / MacBook

Follow these simple steps to force restart the device on your Mac / MacBook. Each step is one action — nice and easy.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Press and hold the power button (or Touch ID button) for about 10 seconds.
2
The screen will go black.
3
Wait a few seconds.
4
Press the power button again to turn the Mac back on.

Helpful Tip

On newer MacBooks, the power button is the Touch ID button in the top-right corner of the keyboard.

Try on a Different Device

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