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On MacOS Sierra, not only can you schedule shutdowns, but you can also schedule startups without relying on third-party software. While the scheduling feature hasn't seen significant changes from OS X Yosemite, MacOS Sierra offers much more stability and fewer shutdown scheduling issues compared to OS X Yosemite.
If you're still using OS X Yosemite and unsure how to schedule shutdowns or startups, you can refer to a guide on scheduling shutdowns on OS X Yosemite here. However, we recommend upgrading to MacOS Sierra for better efficiency on your Macbook.
Guide to Schedule Shutdowns on MacOS Sierra, Startup Scheduling, and Reboot Scheduling on Macbook.
Step 1: To activate shutdown scheduling on MacOS Sierra, you need to access the system settings - System Preferences on your Macbook.
Step 2: In the System Preferences section, type 'energy saver' then click on the illuminated app that appears.
Step 3: In the Energy Saver section related to battery issues and power activities, to schedule shutdowns on MacOS Sierra, click on Schedule.
Step 4: To schedule startups on MacOS Sierra, you can click on Start up or wake and choose the desired startup time.
Step 5: In the date selection section, you can choose the date to schedule startups on MacOS Sierra or select weekly, weekends, or daily based on personal preference.
Step 6: Below are the shutdown scheduling options on MacOS Sierra, including 3 features: Sleep - sleep mode, Restart - reboot mode, and Shutdown - shutdown mode with execution times.
Step 7: Similar to startup scheduling, you can choose the date to schedule shutdowns on MacOS Sierra.
Scheduling automatic shutdown on MacOS Sierra might seem trivial, but for individuals adhering to strict work schedules, it's a vital feature. Additionally, following this guide, you'll realize that all you need are the built-in applications within MacOS Sierra to schedule your computer's shutdown, eliminating the necessity for any external third-party applications or app store downloads.
