There are a couple of ways to restart your MacBook Pro, depending on whether it's responding normally or not.
Restarting Normally
Normally, you can restart your Mac by following these steps:
- Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner of your screen.
- Choose Restart.
- Your MacBook Pro will then shut down and restart.
Force Restarting (When Unresponsive)
If your MacBook Pro is unresponsive, you may need to force a restart:
- Press and hold the power button on your Mac until it shuts off.
- Wait a moment.
- Press the power button again to start your Mac.
This method is generally used as a last resort when your Mac is frozen.
- Caution: Force restarting can lead to data loss.
Summary Table
| Method | When to Use | Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Restart | Mac is responding normally | Apple menu Restart |
| Force Restart | Mac is unresponsive (frozen) | Press and hold power button until it shuts off, then press again to start |
