How do I do a factory reset?

I am giving my old iMac to another person and would like to clean everything out after I move everything to my new computer. How do I do a factory reset?

iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Oct 28, 2023 6:42 AM

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Posted on Oct 28, 2023 8:24 AM

Follow the steps at > What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support

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Oct 28, 2023 8:24 AM in response to Unsavvy User

Follow the steps at > What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support

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