How do I fix frozen screen and Touch Bar issues on my MacBook Pro?
My Touch Bar on MacBook Pro isn’t working and screen is frozen. What steps should I take in order to fix it
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MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 14.3
My Touch Bar on MacBook Pro isn’t working and screen is frozen. What steps should I take in order to fix it
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MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 14.3
First, let’s see if this issue happens in Safe Mode:
If the strange behaviors do not occur, then it may possibly be a software issue.
If the issue doesn't continue in safe mode:
Leave safe mode by restarting your Mac normally, then try to reproduce the issue.
If the issue doesn't return, it might have been resolved by the other things that safe mode did at startup, such as checking your disk and clearing caches.
If the problem persists, then let’s try this:
If none of those ideas work, then I recommend service.
Service Checklist:
Click ▶︎ Start a Service Request. ⚛️
Need more help?
Click ▶︎ Check Repair Status. 🔧
Good luck! 👋🏼😉
You can always force quit a shutdown by holding the power button/TouchID for ~6-10 sec.
Force Shut down your Mac.
Log out, sleep, wake, restart or shut down your Mac
Shut down or restart your Mac - Apple Support
On your Intel Mac — for Touchbar issues try both:
resetting the System Management Controller Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support
resetting NVRAM/PRAM Reset NVRAM on your Mac - Apple Support
if no resolve it typically indicates a hardware issue:
In or out of warranty you can get a free over the counter 'Apple Service Diagnostics' test /assessment
Make an appointment for a "hardware issue"
Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple
Outside the USA
Contact Apple Support - Apple Support
How do I fix frozen screen and Touch Bar issues on my MacBook Pro?