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Battery life on a MacBook Air 2018

I have a Macbook Air2018 and do mostly editing on it. I have to charge it every day. Is it normal for so many recharges? Can I replace the battery?


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MacBook Air 13″, macOS 10.14

Posted on Jun 30, 2022 5:22 PM

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Most Apple products are designed to last a day on a full charge, so if you recharge it every day that's normal.


Read Get help with your Mac notebook battery - Apple Support. It describes how to get your battery serviced, if needed.

Posted on Jun 30, 2022 7:33 PM

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Jun 30, 2022 7:41 PM in response to fsab05

fab053 Said:

"Battery life on a MacBook Air 2018: I have a Macbook Air2018 and do mostly editing on it. I have to charge it every day. Is it normal for so many recharges? Can I replace the battery?"

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All seems fine, from what you've described.


For reference...

Troubleshooting MacBook Air Charge:

As for replacing that battery, that may not be necessary. Try troubleshooting it.



A. Black Mac Screen:

Go Here: If your Mac doesn't Turn On or Start Up - Apple Support

Using External Devices: Try Resetting the SMC and NVRAM, but this time, using an external keyboard. Connect an external monitor and see if you get an output.


B. Mac Power Issues:

Try a New Charger:

If it is currently charging from a charger, then use a new charger:


C. A Few Links to Refer to Power:





Battery life on a MacBook Air 2018

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