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How do you start up in safe mode on a Mac with Apple silicon?
Suggested Answer: D
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27 comments · newest first
MI
Mi
10 months ago
Is it really that simple? I always thought it was more involved!
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Jennifer
10 months ago
I think D is the easiest way to get into Safe Mode.
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Flo
11 months ago
Definitely A! That’s how I do it every time.
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Vallie
11 months ago
Wait, you have to hold the Shift key? Sounds complicated!
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Carlota
11 months ago
You just hold the power button until the options show up!
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Otis
11 months ago
I’m confused about whether you need to hold the power button for three seconds or just press it once. I should have reviewed that part more!
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Zita
12 months ago
I’m leaning towards option A because it mentions holding the Shift key after selecting the startup disk, which seems right.
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Margart
12 months ago
I practiced a similar question, and I feel like the Shift key is involved, but I can't recall if it's held before or after selecting the startup disk.
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Phuong
1 year ago
I think I remember that you need to hold the power button to access the startup options, but I'm not sure about the exact steps after that.
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Dong
1 year ago
This is a good one. I remember learning about safe mode startup on Macs, but the specifics are a bit hazy. I'll use the process of elimination to narrow down the options and pick the most likely correct answer.
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Colette
1 year ago
Wait, I'm a little confused. Do I need to disconnect the power before turning it back on? And what's this about pressing the power button three times? I better re-read the question and options to make sure I understand the right steps.
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Delbert
1 year ago
Okay, I've got this. The key is to shut down the Mac, then press and hold the power button until the startup options window appears. From there, I select the startup disk and press the Continue in Safe Mode button. Easy peasy!
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Clarinda
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I know there's a specific process for booting a Mac into safe mode, but I can't quite remember all the details. I'll have to think it through carefully.
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Maile
1 year ago
This looks like a pretty straightforward question about starting up a Mac in safe mode. I think I've got a good handle on the steps, so I'll just carefully read through the options and select the right one.
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Eveline
1 year ago
I guess I'll go with A then, thanks for the input.
CL
Clarence
1 year ago
I agree with Erick, A seems like the right choice.
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Erick
1 year ago
But A seems to have a clear step-by-step process.
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Eveline
1 year ago
I'm not sure, I think it might be C.
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Annett
1 year ago
Haha, I bet the exam writers are just trying to see if we're paying attention with all these similar options.
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Novella
1 year ago
Option A has way too many steps, my brain would short-circuit trying to remember all that.
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Ashton
1 year ago
Yeah, Option B sounds easier to follow. I don't want to get confused with too many steps.
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Reita
1 year ago
Option B seems simpler, just press and hold the power button for three seconds and remove power for at least 10 seconds.
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Erick
1 year ago
I think the answer is A.
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Merlyn
1 year ago
I like how option B includes disconnecting the power - that's a good troubleshooting step to try.
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Vincent
1 year ago
Option C seems the most straightforward, just press the power button three times. I'll remember that for the exam.
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Nieves
1 year ago
User 2: Yeah, that's what I'll remember for the exam too.
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Arletta
1 year ago
User 1: Option C does seem pretty straightforward, just press the power button three times.