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With a new machine do I have to restore everything from Time Machine backup?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Dec 18, 2022 6:39 AM

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Bob Timmons

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Posted on Dec 18, 2022 7:04 AM

Yes, if you want your "new" Mac to look like your "old" Mac. If not, Migration Assistant does allow some options. See the Apple Support document below for details.

Restore your Mac from a backup - Apple Support

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