how to factory reset macbook

Question

There are two main ways to factory reset your MacBook, depending on the version of macOS you're running. Here's a breakdown of both methods:

Answer 1

For macOS Ventura or Later:

1. Click on the Apple menu () in the top left corner of your screen.
2. Select "System Settings".
3. In the sidebar, click on "General".
4. On the right side, click on "Transfer or Reset".
5. Now, click on "Erase All Content and Settings".

For macOS Monterey or Earlier:

1. Click on the Apple menu () in the top left corner of your screen.
2. Select "System Preferences".
3. Choose "Erase All Content and Settings" from the System Preferences menu.

Important things to remember before resetting:

• Backup your data: This process will erase everything on your MacBook, so make sure you have a backup of all your important files using Time Machine or an external drive.
• Sign out of iCloud: Sign out of your iCloud account before resetting to avoid any issues during the process.