Macbook Pro M3 turns on with any key

Any way to disable this? Make a 1 button power on key, like on the top right?

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MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Jan 20, 2024 10:22 PM

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MrHoffman

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Jan 21, 2024 6:34 AM in response to masskevinjames

Wake uses any key. Powering up uses the power (Touch ID) button. No, this is not customizable.

Locking and unlocking using Touch ID is supported on current macOS, however:

Use Touch ID on Mac - Apple Support

Lock the screen of your Mac - Apple Support

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