Generally, the Mac platform is very dependable and it has excellent features, but even it can have some issues here and there. A common issue between Mac users is that their devices tend to shut down randomly. When you have your device not working the way it should, that’s a problem you want to solve. Thankfully, if you are dealing with some problems, it’s imperative to try and fix your Mac adequately and that might not be as hard as you expect. 

Try to shut down your device on your own

There might be an issue or glitch that ends up shutting the unit. Completing a regular shutdown is a great idea, because it might solve the issue. So once your computer shuts down on its own, start it again and try to shut it down manually. In some cases, it might be all you need to do.

Here are some steps recommended by Hamid Imtiaz, the CTO at Remo Software, to address the issue of a Mac shutting down randomly, based on his personal experience:

  • Run Disk Utility to check for disk errors.
  • Boot your Mac in Safe Mode to determine if the problem persists. Restart your Mac and immediately press and hold the Shift key until you see the login window to enter Safe Mode.
  • Monitor Activity Monitor for any unusual resource consumption and check the temperature of your Mac. If the temperature is rising significantly, it could be due to improper airflow or excessive resource usage.”

Use a Mac cleanup tool 

A tool like CleanMyMac can help because it can identify any malware and remove it safely. Generally, malware issues can be a problem and they will affect how your device runs. Thankfully, a cleanup tool can solve errors, remove unnecessary files and also eliminate malware. That makes it excellent and a true solution to focus on.

Resetting the PRAM

Resetting the parameter RAM is a great idea, you can do that by pressing Option+Command+P+R and then keep them pressed for 20 seconds. It will solve some memory issues that lead to your Mac shutting down randomly. It certainly helps you deal with a variety of RAM issues, and it’s not that hard to do either.

Reset the SMC settings

System Management Controller settings can be reset if you encounter this type of issue. This particular chip controls many vital functions on your computer. If any of those issues relate to the device, then a reset will help. Press and hold Shift+Left Option+Left Control for 7 seconds, and then release them all at once. After you do that, turn the device on normally and you should have it all fixed.

Update your Mac

Reinstalling your operating system or even updating it to the latest version might help. Sometimes these issues appear due to problems in your current OS version. So if you update, you should be able to deal with the problem and tackle it properly. It certainly helps, and it saves a significant amount of time too. 

Check the battery health

If you have a MacBook, the random shutdowns can be related to the battery. That’s the reason why you want to check battery health and see if it all works the way it should. It will take a bit of a trial and error to narrow down things properly, but it certainly helps and it will provide great results in no time.

One thing is certain, fixing your Mac’s random shutdowns should be a priority. These tips and ideas can help solve those problems, and it’s a very good way for you to eliminate any worries. Plus, you will find it much easier to use your device without interruptions or random shutdowns.

This article was provided by Sergio