Safe Mode is a critical diagnostic environment for macOS. On Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, A18), the boot process differs from Intel-based Macs.
Steps to enter Safe Mode:
- Shutdown: Ensure the Mac is fully powered off.
- Startup Options: Press and hold the Power/Touch ID button until the system displays "Loading startup options".
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Safe Mode Selection: Hold the
Shiftkey and select your startup disk (e.g., Macintosh HD), then click "Continue in Safe Mode".
Safe Mode automatically clears system caches, verifies the startup disk, and prevents third-party kernel extensions and login items from loading, which is essential for isolating system-level regressions or faulty drivers.
Source: https://osxdaily.com/2026/10/29/how-to-boot-in-safe-mode-on-macbook-air-neo-pro-apple-silicon/
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