Which way should I actually reset SMC?

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I use 2019 16-inch MacBook Pro. I need to reset SMC and I'm confused, because different websites give different methods. I tried multiple solutions:

  • holding power button for 10 seconds;
  • holding Left Shift + Left Option + Left Control keys;
  • holding Right Shift + Left Option + Left Control keys;


Which of those methods is actually correct? And should I unplug my charger to reset SMC?

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 13.5

Posted on Sep 22, 2023 9:22 AM

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Here is an Apple article with instructions for the SMC Reset:

Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support


You are very close with the third option from your original post. For a 2018+ Apple Intel laptop you must first press & hold the Left Control + Left Option + Right Shift keys for seven seconds, then press the power button making sure to hold everything for another 7 seconds.


Posted on Sep 24, 2023 6:06 PM

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Sep 24, 2023 6:06 PM in response to dminikulin2003

Here is an Apple article with instructions for the SMC Reset:

Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support


You are very close with the third option from your original post. For a 2018+ Apple Intel laptop you must first press & hold the Left Control + Left Option + Right Shift keys for seven seconds, then press the power button making sure to hold everything for another 7 seconds.


Which way should I actually reset SMC?

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