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Can I run my MacBook in clamshell mode without being connected to power?

Fresh5 days ago
Mar 15, 202658680 views
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At home, I run my MacBook in clamshell mode (closed lid, external display). This works fine when you're connected to the power adapter, but it doesn't work when running on battery. That's how it's supposed to be and Apple has some kb entry on the issue. But it's also lame. You can prevent the machi…

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Fix for: Can I run my MacBook in clamshell mode without being connected to power?

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