How do I reset a MacBook when my display Is inoperable?

My MacBook Pro powers on, but the screen no longer works. How do I reset to factory defaults before trading it in?

Posted on Dec 28, 2021 9:44 AM

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Dec 28, 2021 9:55 AM in response to vgcarp

vgcarp wrote:

My MacBook Pro powers on, but the screen no longer works. How do I reset to factory defaults before trading it in?

Plugging into an external monitor is an option...

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