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KarthiVi Author

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External Display video ip cuts off

The video output to external monitor cuts off within seconds after I close the lid on battery mode. But it works fine when plugged in. Is there any work around for this ?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Jun 4, 2020 1:14 PM

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Axel Foley

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Posted on Jun 4, 2020 2:52 PM

The reason is that as soon as the lid is closed, while on battery, then the display is turned OFF and then the MacBook goes into sleep mode. I am not sure whether the below recommendation will work however you may try it-

Open System Preferences ➔ Energy Saver ➔ Battery Tab ➔ Turn Off Display After - Slide this to NEVER.

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