

That’s all there is to a standard shutdown. Then click on Shut Down from this drop-down menu.

Click on the Apple menu in the top-left of your screen.Again, always make sure to close and/or save programs or applications before shutting down your MacBook. The standard method is the most common way to shut down your computer, which most MacBook owners use. Here are the top three ways to turn off your MacBook. Before you shut down your MacBook, always close and/or save open programs or applications to prevent data loss. I put together this guide to show you three methods of quickly shutting down your MacBook, so keep reading to learn how. I’m Jon, an experienced MacBook user, engineer, and owner of a 2019 MacBook Pro (which I shut down at least once weekly).

You can shut down your MacBook by clicking the Apple logo, then selecting “Shut Down…” Alternatively, you can use a keyboard shortcut or press and hold the power button on the keyboard.
