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The question mark keeps flashing and does not respond to any inputs

I just get a flashing question mark and my MacBook does not accept any inputs

MacBook Air 13″, 12.4

Posted on Feb 14, 2023 8:47 AM

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Posted on Feb 14, 2023 9:20 AM

The flashing folder with question mark indicates that the Mac cannot locate a usable operating system.

You'll need to reinstall the OS by rebooting in Recovery mode.


Please see:

If your Mac doesn't start up all the way - Apple Support

and:

How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support



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The question mark keeps flashing and does not respond to any inputs

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