Start up your Mac in safe mode — by Apple Support
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Explains how to start in safe mode to see whether startup software is causing a problem, with separate methods for Apple silicon and Intel Macs, and how to confirm it worked.
Quick steps
- Apple silicon: hold the power button, pick a volume, Shift-click to continue in safe mode
- Intel: restart and hold Shift until the login window
- Verify Boot Mode in System Information
Paraphrased from the source. Menus can differ by version, so check the original for full details.
Source: Start up your Mac in safe mode by Apple Support. Licence: Link only (©).
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- 2026-11-02
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- 2026-11-02
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