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mac mini is stuck at loading screen

My mac mini is stuck at loading screen

I found through Disk Utility found no errors, if i reinstall macOS will it wipe my existing data?

Mac mini, macOS 11.5

Posted on Dec 1, 2021 8:57 AM

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Posted on Dec 1, 2021 9:07 AM

If you go to Recovery Mode to reinstall you should get the option to keep your files and applications. If you have an Intel Processor thne hold down Command + R at restart. For a M1 Mac Processor, hold down the startup button until you can go to options.

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mac mini is stuck at loading screen

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