Even though approximately 100 million MacBook devices are in use around the world, these solid computers are not immune to problems. It is always important to know how to solve MacBook issues, no matter if you are a first-time user or an old user. Below are six of the most typical problems and how to deal with them:
- Charging Issues
Charging issues are signs that one should change the battery of the device. The batteries of MacBook can withstand up to 1000 charge-discharge cycles. Here’s how to check your battery’s health:
- Go to the Menu bar, and click the Apple logo.
- Choose the option “About This Mac. “
- Click “System Report. “
- Go to “Hardware” and locate “Power. ”
- The “Cycle Count” will be under the “Health Information” subheading.
If the cycle count of your battery is near 1000 or more, then, it is high time to replace your battery. If you want a MacBook battery replacement, visit us at ABMCare, an apple authorized service centre.
- Keyboard Not Working, Stuck Keys, or Keys Auto-Repeating
A faulty keyboard is really a big problem and can cause a lot of the productivity of a person. Here are some steps to troubleshoot keyboard issues:
- Restart Your MacBook: At times, the keyboard issues can be fixed by just turning off the device and then turning it back on.
- Clean the Keyboard: Dust and debris are the main culprits that make keys to stick or even not work at all. compressed air must be used in Cleaning the keyboard.
- Update macOS: Check that your macOS is the latest because most updates are likely to contain solutions to the hardware problems.
- Remove Recently Installed Apps: If the problem has occurred after installing a new app, then uninstall it.
If these steps do not help, then you may require professional inspection and repair of the problem. You can visit us at ABMCare, an apple authorized service center, to get professional MacBook repair services.
- Spinning Beach Ball
The spinning beach ball is an emblem of your Mac’s inability to handle the tasks being assigned to it. Here’s how to tackle it:
- Close Unresponsive Processes: Go to Activity Monitor by clicking on Finder and then, Applications, Utilities, and finally Activity Monitor to shut down resource-intensive or problematic applications.
- Free Up System Resources: Make sure you have enough free space in your hard disk.
- Reinstall macOS: If the beach ball keeps on showing, the only thing you might have to do is reinstall macOS. Restart the Mac and while it is restarting, press the command key + R and then choose “Reinstall macOS. ”
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- Mac Sound Not Working
MacBook users can experience sound problems for several reasons. Here’s how to troubleshoot sound issues:
Check Sound Settings:
- Click on the Apple menu and then click on the “System Preferences” option.
- Enter the “Sound” control panel and then click on the “Output” tab. Make sure that for ‘Built-in Speakers’ is chosen, the volume bar is not set to minimum and the ‘Mute’ option is deselected.
- Disconnect External Devices: If USB or Bluetooth device is chosen instead of the inbuilt speakers, then it should be removed.
- Reset NVRAM/PRAM: Shut down your Mac and turn it back on while pressing the Option + Command + P + R keys at the same time and hold it for 20 seconds.
If none of these work, then it is advisable to seek the services of a professional, and there is no better place than ABMCare, an apple authroized service center, for all MacBook repairs services that you might need.
- Mac Won’t Turn On
It is irritating when a Mac is not turning on. Here are some steps to diagnose and fix the issue:
- Check Your Battery and Power Source: Make sure that your MacBook is charged and that the power adapter that came with the MacBook is not damaged.
- Reset the System Management Controller (SMC): Turn off your Mac and press the Shift + Control + Option keys at the same time. Wait for about few seconds then press the power button and at the same time press the four buttons for about 10 seconds. Free them and attempt to switch on your Mac once more.
- Trackpad Not Working
Some of the causes of trackpad problems can be firmware issues, faulty hardware or conflictive drivers. Here’s how to troubleshoot a non-responsive trackpad:
- Check Accessibility Settings:
- Open Finder and go to System Preferences and select the Accessibility icon.
- Go to the “Mouse & Trackpad” tab and make sure that all settings are as you need them to be.
- To solve some problems, it is necessary to click on “Trackpad Options”.
- Update Firmware: Ensure that there is current firmware and download this firmware if there is any.
- Reset the SMC: It is possible that the trackpad issues will be solved by resetting the SMC.
If your trackpad is still not working, you can visit us at ABMCare, an Apple authorized service center for the best MacBook trackpad repair.
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MacBooks are very dependable machines, but they are not immune to issues from time to time. If you are struggling with any of the above repairs, you can visit us at ABMCare, an authorized MacBook repair in Egypt, for all the Apple repair Services that you might require!