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Using Mac while It's Charging

I have a MacBook Air M1 from late 2020, which is currently fully charged and connected to a power source. I'm wondering if it's safe to use my device while it's plugged in, or if I should unplug it before using it. Additionally, I'm curious about how using my MacBook while it's charging might affect its battery life.

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 13.3

Posted on May 16, 2023 10:40 PM

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Posted on May 17, 2023 3:10 AM

I'm wondering if it's safe to use my device while it's plugged in, or if I should unplug it before using it.


It will have no effect either way.


Additionally, I'm curious about how using my MacBook while it's charging might affect its battery life.


It will have no effect.


Connect its power adapter to a power source when your Mac needs to be recharged, or when it is convenient to do so, and disconnect it when you need portability. Read About battery health management in Mac notebooks - Apple Support.

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May 17, 2023 3:10 AM in response to sabitdot

I'm wondering if it's safe to use my device while it's plugged in, or if I should unplug it before using it.


It will have no effect either way.


Additionally, I'm curious about how using my MacBook while it's charging might affect its battery life.


It will have no effect.


Connect its power adapter to a power source when your Mac needs to be recharged, or when it is convenient to do so, and disconnect it when you need portability. Read About battery health management in Mac notebooks - Apple Support.

Using Mac while It's Charging

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