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This doesn't work for me - macbook pro only goes to sleep when I close the lid even with the monitor attached. Anything else I can try?

Whenever I close the lid of my macbook pro it goes to sleep, even if I press keys on the keyboard or the mouse. The only way I can use it is when the lid is open a little bit. What else can I try?

Posted on Jan 9, 2021 3:36 AM

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Posted on Jan 9, 2021 3:45 AM

Hi,

Following document could help your question.

Use your Mac notebook computer in closed-display mode with an external display - Apple Support


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This doesn't work for me - macbook pro only goes to sleep when I close the lid even with the monitor attached. Anything else I can try?

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