Start Mac in Safe Mode - Here's how
In this practical tip, we will show you how to start your Mac in safe mode.
How to start Safe Mode on Mac
If you suspect that you have a virus on your Mac or that a hardware component is defective, you should start the computer in Safe mode. That's how it works:
- Shut down your Mac properly via the menu.
- You start the computer as normal with the power button.
- Immediately after the start tone, press the Shift key (see picture) and hold it down.
- You can release the button as soon as you see the Apple logo and the progress bar (gear). The display tells you that the directory check is running.
- You can exit Safe Mode by restarting your Mac as normal.
If the Safe Boot doesn't help either, you should contact Apple Support.