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MacBook Pro Plugged in all the time

Is it ok to leave my M1 MacBook Pro plugged in all the time?

Posted on Sep 12, 2023 7:42 AM

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leroydouglas

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Posted on Sep 12, 2023 9:51 AM

Roadster20 wrote:

Is it ok to leave my M1 MacBook Pro plugged in all the time?

Yes it is preferred

The rule of thumb—if you are near the mains leave it plugged in, if you need the portability then run on the battery only—this is how you optimize your battery charging and extend the working life of your battery by reducing the cycle count.

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