Troubleshoot Your Mac Laptop Common Problems

Don’t fret if your Mac laptop is giving you trouble. We’ve compiled a list of common issues and solutions to help you get your device back in working condition. Start by identifying the problem from the options below:

• MacBook Keyboard Not Working
• MacBook Won’t Turn On
• MacBook Black Screen
• MacBook Fan Loud
• MacBook Slow
• MacBook Folder with Question Mark
• MacBook Stuck on Loading Screen

MacBook Keyboard Not Working

If your MacBook keyboard is unresponsive, mushy, or has a non-working backlight, consider the following causes:

• Liquid or debris stuck beneath the keys
• Damaged or loose keyboard connector
• Software or firmware issues

MacBook Won’t Turn On

If your MacBook is unresponsive or won’t power on, try the following:

• Ensure the power adapter is firmly connected
• Replace or reset the SMC (System Management Controller)
• Inspect the battery health and consider a replacement

MacBook Black Screen

If your MacBook powers on but the screen remains black, investigate these potential issues:

• Loose or damaged display cables
• Faulty backlight or inverter
• Graphics card problems

MacBook Fan Loud

A noisy MacBook fan can be caused by:

• Accumulated dust or debris in the fan or vents
• Worn or damaged fan bearings
• Software issues or high system load

MacBook Slow

If your MacBook is sluggish and unresponsive, it’s worth checking the following:

• Storage capacity (clean up unnecessary files or upgrade the storage)
• Startup items (disable unnecessary programs from launching at boot)
• Software updates (ensure your Mac has the latest OS installed)

MacBook Folder with Question Mark

If your MacBook displays a folder with a question mark icon at startup, it may indicate:

• Missing or corrupt operating system
• Failed hard drive or solid-state drive
• Damaged or loose logic board

MacBook Stuck on Loading Screen

If your MacBook gets stuck on the loading screen during boot, try the following:

• Reset the NVRAM (non-volatile RAM)
• Perform a safe boot (hold down the “Shift” key while booting)
• Consider reinstalling the operating system

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