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1. • Option+Command+P+R

     • Shut down your Mac, then turn it on and immediately hold the following key combination for about 20 seconds: Option+Command+P+R.
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     How to erase and restore your Mac to factory settings

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   How do I factory reset my M1 Mac?

   • Here's what you should do: From the Utilities menu, select ReInstall macOS. Choose drive and press Continue. Follow on-screen instructions to start the macOS installation. The whole process takes a while, depending on the number of files and your internet connection. Once completed, factory reset your M1 Mac is done!

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   How do I reset my MacBook Air?

   • From the Apple menu in the corner of your screen, choose System Settings. Click General in the sidebar. Click Transfer or Reset on the right. Click Erase All Content and Settings. Don't see this button? From the Apple menu in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences.

   Erase your Mac and reset it to factory settings - Apple Support

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   How do I Reset my Mac to a factory state?

   • Disk Utility: The tool you'll use to repair, troubleshoot or erase your hard drive. In the menu bar at the top of the screen you'll also have access to other apps and tools like Terminal, Share Disk and Startup Security Utility. Resetting your Mac to a factory-like state shouldn't take too long.

   There's a New Way to Factory Reset M1 and M2 Macs. Here's How

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   Should I Wipe my M1 Mac?

   • Wiping an M1 Mac is the correct way to prepare your device for trading, selling, or giving it away. But that's not the only reason. A factory reset can also help solve Bluetooth connectivity, paring, and software issues and free up iCloud space.

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   How do I Reset my Mac password?

   • In Terminal, type "resetpassword" without the quotes and hit Enter (Return). The Recovery Assistant app should now open. Click on its window title ("Reset Password") to bring it to the front. Once Recovery Assistant is open, go to the top of the screen and select Recovery Assistant -> Erase Mac. This screen should then appear.

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   How to enter recovery mode on Mac?

   • Entering recovery mode is different on Apple silicon Macs. You need to shut down your Mac and then hold down the Touch ID/power button until you see “Loading startup options”. Now, choosing “Options” will take you to macOS Utilities. Here, select “Disk Utility” and click on “Continue” to get started.

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4. support.apple.com › en-us › 102664Erase your Mac and reset it to factory settings - Apple Support

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   Oct 2, 2024 · Use Erase All Content and Settings to quickly and securely erase all of your settings, data, and apps, while maintaining the operating system currently installed.

5. www.cnet.com › tech › computingThere's a New Way to Factory Reset M1 and M2 Macs ... - CNET

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   Aug 4, 2022 · If the system isn't freezing, try rebooting into Recovery Mode again, launch Terminal, type " resetpassword " at the command line, choose the Reset Password option, then launch the Recovery ...

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   To both erase your Mac and reset it to factory settings, follow the steps in what to do before you sell, give away or trade in your Mac, but disregard the instructions for using Erase All Content and Settings.

7. osxdaily.com › 2021/07/12 › factory-reset-m1-macHow to Factory Reset M1 Mac (MacBook Pro, Air, iMac, Mac mini)

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   Jul 12, 2021 · The process of factory resetting the M1 Mac line to restore the Mac to factory defaults – basically erasing all data and reinstalling a blank macOS – is different with the M1 Mac line, including M1 MacBook Pro, M1 Mac mini, M1 iMac, and M1 MacBook Air, so let’s review how the process works.

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   Start up from macOS Recovery. Intel-based Macs: Hold down Command-R as you power on or restart your Mac. Release the keys when the Apple logo and a progress bar appear. Apple silicon Macs: Shut down the Mac, then press and hold the physical power button until the message "Loading startup options" appears onscreen.

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9. support.apple.com › guide › mac-helpErase and reinstall macOS - Apple Support

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   You can use macOS Recovery, the built-in recovery system on your Mac, to erase and reinstall macOS. Choose Apple menu > Restart, then immediately press and hold Command-R. In the Recovery app window, select Disk Utility, then click Continue.

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    Apr 15, 2022 · Check your Downloads folder. Remove browser plugins. Delete unused applications. Empty your Trash.