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Is it possible to deactivate the “feature” that any keypress turns on (cold start) the MacBook?

I just want to clean the keyboard with the computer safely turned off… (and no, I don't think that using an app that disables keyboard input is good alternative).

This has to be one of the worst design decisions ever. Also: what’s the purpose of the power key if all keys are power keys?


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Andreas Gysin wrote:

I just want to clean the keyboard with the computer safely turned off… (and no, I don't think that using an app that disables keyboard input is good alternative).
This has to be one of the worst design decisions ever. Also: what’s the purpose of the power key if all keys are power keys?



No, this is considered a feature, with no user preference.


The power key is also a force quit key if necessary...

Log out, sleep, wake, restart, or shut down your Mac - Apple ...



The way I do—when you are fully booted into your account, use the key shortcut: Control, Command Q

this will effectively lock your screen, and any input is is incidental until you enter your correct psswd to log-in.





You can submit your feedback and request using this link— Apple Feedback http://www.apple.com/feedback


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Jul 3, 2021 5:53 AM in response to Andreas Gysin

Andreas Gysin wrote:

I just want to clean the keyboard with the computer safely turned off… (and no, I don't think that using an app that disables keyboard input is good alternative).
This has to be one of the worst design decisions ever. Also: what’s the purpose of the power key if all keys are power keys?



No, this is considered a feature, with no user preference.


The power key is also a force quit key if necessary...

Log out, sleep, wake, restart, or shut down your Mac - Apple ...



The way I do—when you are fully booted into your account, use the key shortcut: Control, Command Q

this will effectively lock your screen, and any input is is incidental until you enter your correct psswd to log-in.





You can submit your feedback and request using this link— Apple Feedback http://www.apple.com/feedback


How to clean your Apple products - Apple Support

Clean your Mac computer's screen or display - Apple Support

How to clean the keyboard of your MacBook or MacBook Pro ...


Is it possible to deactivate the “feature” that any keypress turns on (cold start) the MacBook?

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