Best way to use MacBook Pro 16" Batterywise

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Best way to use MacBook Pro 16" Batterywise

So I use my Macbook daily in office. Usually I keep the power cord plugged in and use it that way the full day.

Since I got my new Macbook very recently I want to change my charging habbits if its wrong to have the best possible battery life for my Macbook.

So if I am in office the whole day; is it better to unplug the cord and use up the battery fully and plug again or shall I keep it plugged in? Will it shift power input when battery is 100% and charger is connected or will this damage my battery over time.

MacBook Pro 16", macOS 10.15

Posted on Feb 20, 2020 8:03 AM

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Answer 1

dwb

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Feb 20, 2020 8:13 AM in response to TFG_1

There was a time when Apple's recommendation for batteries was to unplug every once in a while but that knowledgebase document was taken down a couple years ago. Use the computer however you like - plugged in all day every day or off the grid. It apparently doesn't matter any longer. Just don't totally drain the battery, that isn't good.

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sapper

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Feb 20, 2020 8:57 AM in response to TFG_1

This will give you advice on how best to maintain battery health: https://www.apple.com/uk/batteries/

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TFG_1 Author

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Feb 21, 2020 3:40 AM in response to dwb

I think I'll use it plugged in after reading the guidance on how to use the battery the best. If I use it plugged in it won't get off my charge cycles and cut the battery life off.

Thanks anyways!

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