Issue with WindowServer process on MacOS

So.. I don't know where to begin, I have a 4k monitor connected to my Mac. Near the end of the day, I end up with a high memory used up by WindowServer. This issue can be removed by restarting the computer but I'm seeking a way to prevent this from happening every day.

Any Ideas? Lmk if any more info is needed.

Posted on May 1, 2021 8:57 PM

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