Is your Mac feeling sluggish? Planning to sell or gift it? A factory reset is the perfect solution! Resetting your Mac to factory settings erases all your data and software, returning it to its original, out-of-the-box state. Think of it as a digital spring cleaning.
Before you begin, **back up everything!** A Time Machine backup is your best friend here. Once you've safeguarded your files, the process involves booting into Recovery Mode (hold Command + R during startup), using Disk Utility to erase your hard drive, and then reinstalling macOS.
Why reset? Besides preparing your Mac for a new owner, it can also fix persistent software issues or improve performance significantly. Just remember, it's a powerful tool, so proceed with caution and always back up your data first! Enjoy your 'new' Mac!
