Zoom and other Online Video Programs crash

Zoom and other Online Video Programs crash or freeze when using my Macbook Pro using macOS Ventura 13.4.1. I am connected to a 28" video monitor. When I use the laptop alone it works fine.

MacBook Pro (2017 – 2020)

Posted on Aug 6, 2023 11:52 AM

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Posted on Aug 7, 2023 12:39 PM

Greetings SoulOne,


If apps are not working as expected, these are the best steps to take:


  1. Close and open the app
  2. Restart your Mac
  3. Check for updates
  4. Reinstall the app


For more detailed steps, visit: If an app on your Mac stops responding, closes unexpectedly, or won’t open


We hope this helps!


Sincerely.


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Aug 7, 2023 5:48 PM in response to SoulOne

Do you get any error messages? Do you have the Macbook Pro in "clamshell" mode (lid closed) when using the external monitor? If so, and your Macbook Pro is a 13-inch model, it could be overheating. I've found all video-conferencing software runs up the internal temps on my Macbook Pro even without an external montor attached.


ANY useless anti-virus software or so-called "cleaning" apps can run up temps and cause performance and stability issues. I hope you have not installed any "fearware."

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