Have you noticed strange behavior with your Mac’s battery when it sleeps? Make the following adjustments in macOS to fix this issue
And Mac like iPhone, iPad or any device with a lithium battery, it is vulnerable over time and depending on the use made of it on a daily basis, it could sooner or later suffer wear and tear.. The problem occurs when our equipment has been used for only a few months or when it has not even reached half of its useful life. The symptoms are clear: the battery runs out very quickly in a short time, it does not last the standard usage time, or may even overheat. The problem seems more serious when our Mac goes to sleep. In this article we will see different solutions to this problem.
Check and apply settings in macOS to fix Mac battery issues
Next, we will see 4 macOS settings in System Settings this could us help eradicate the problem discharge the battery when the Mac is closed. Some of these settings are related to the activities of the operating system itself. Disabling some criteria would be beneficial to achieve the goal.
Turn off activity tracking on apps and sites
This feature is about real-time reporting, limits that exist in the use of applications, among others.
- Go to system settings
- Click on Screen time in the sidebar
- In the Restrictions section turn off activity in apps and sites
Disable the use of Siri
If you don’t use Siri on macOS, the best option would be to disable it. Remember that the Apple assistant is always active waiting to receive a request, which could unintentionally drain your Mac’s battery when it is closed.
- Again, in the system configuration click on Siri and Spotlight
- Disable the first option of Ask Siri
Still not noticing the battery improvement on your Mac? Let’s keep testing the options.
Disable Power Nap, updates are performed even when idle
Some Macs perform updates while sleeping. That’s where it comes in. Power napso you can update calendar events, sync iCloud, download emails, download a software update, and more. To turn off Power Nap, follow these steps
- Open the Application Terminal from the Spotlight, Launchpad or Applications folder
- Enter the following commands in order
sudo pmset -a tcpkeepalive 0
sudo pmset -a powernap 0
Complete, Close Terminal and restart your Mac. This is one of the most effective settings to fix the battery issue when Mac goes to sleep or hibernate.
Consider your Mac’s battery health
We reiterate that the Mac battery may suffer from natural degradation. If so, it is best to check its status.
- Open System Settings, then click the button Drum section
- In Battery Status, click the i
- If the condition shows Normal, your battery is still in good condition to perform optimally.. A capacity below 80% might start to show symptoms of battery drain.
- If the percentage is less than 70%, consider changing your Mac’s battery for a new one
Other tips to prevent unintentional battery discharge
There are other minor adjustments that might make a difference if the battery drain issue persists.. Just keep in mind that they will only give you a few minutes (or a few hours at most) depending on the quality of the battery itself.
- Disable the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth
- Disable background processes in general, startup items and disable the corresponding switches
- Close applications that require a large amount of resources
- If you have any USB key connected, accessories, etc. disconnect them from your Mac
- Check for and apply any pending macOS updates
Eventually, One of the best options will be to turn off the Mac. Many users prefer to put their MacBook to sleep and close the lid because activities are instantly reactivated. In this case, it would be good to evaluate whether it is better to apply the shutdown at certain times of the day.For example, if we leave the house and do not use the Mac for several hours.
If you have the latest Macs with Apple silicon, your Mac will boot up almost immediately. Also, remember that if you have a direct problem with the battery, do not forget to contact Apple’s official support through its official app or website.
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