black lines and ghosting

sudden horizontal black lines and ghosting on screen


MacBook Pro

Posted on Dec 27, 2022 3:05 PM

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Dec 28, 2022 4:23 PM in response to kjb95

Hi kjb95,


Thanks for posting in Apple Support Communities. For lines on your MacBook Pro Display, you may need to have it inspected or possibly repaired as that may indicate a hardware issue. It might be helpful to try resetting the SMC. This can resolve power-related issues. Steps will vary by model but can all be found from Reset the SMC of your Mac. Guidance below is for Mac without Apple silicon or T2 chip.


"Laptop computer

  1. Shut down your Mac.
  2. On your built-in keyboard, press and hold all of these keys:
    • Shift  on the left side of your keyboard
    • Control  on the left side of your keyboard
    • Option (Alt)  on the left side of your keyboard

3. While holding all three keys, press and hold the power button as well.

4. Keep holding all four keys for 10 seconds.

5. Release all keys, then press the power button to turn on your Mac.

If you need help, contact Apple Support."


Take care.


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