When I close my MacBook Pro lid, my external display doesn't connect, even though it has been connected with the lid open.

I am connected to an external monitor, and can use it while my MacBook lid is open, however when I close the lid, it turns black.

Im connected to power and have a bluetooth keyboard and wireless mouse connected.

What can I do?

MacBook Pro (2020 and later)

Posted on Jun 4, 2022 1:59 PM

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2 replies

tbirdvet

Level 6

17,054 points

Jun 5, 2022 12:39 PM in response to hsproule

Are you sure your charger is making a good connection? If it is not then the display will shut down when you close the lid.

hsproule Author

Level 1

4 points

Jun 5, 2022 1:14 PM in response to tbirdvet

It is charging when the lid is open and I have had it working in the past, so it should be fine

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