Simplest Way to Exit Safe Boot Mode on Your Macbook

The Safe Boot feature of Macbook is incredibly useful as it can resolve most software errors encountered by the device. However, after using Safe Boot to fix errors, many people find themselves stuck in this mode and unable to utilize their Macbook to its full potential. If you're unsure how to exit Safe Boot mode on your Macbook, don't miss the article below.

Guide to Exiting Safe Boot Mode on Macbook

1. How to Identify Safe Boot Mode on Macbook

Method 1: Checking Menu Bar for Safe Mode

If your Macbook is in Safe Boot Mode, you'll notice the red Safe Boot text displayed at the top of the login screen.

Method 2: Macbook Operating Slower

After logging in, you'll notice a significant slowdown in device performance. The interface of your Macbook will also become more minimalistic, with icons and toolbars losing their usual graphical effects. Additionally, some Macbook services will be unavailable in Safe Boot mode, such as video playback, screen recording, Wi-Fi connectivity, and more. To fix a slow Macbook, readers can access Safe Boot mode for troubleshooting or refer to the guidance provided in the article linked below.

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Method 3: Check System Information

Another way to identify if your Macbook is in Safe Boot mode is to check the System Information:

Step 1: Open System Information by selecting

2. Exiting Safe Boot Mode on Macbook

In case your Macbook is in Safe Boot mode and you're unsure how to exit Safe Boot mode on your Macbook, refer to the following methods:

Method 1: Restarting the Device

This is the simplest way to exit Safe Boot mode on your Macbook. All you need to do is click on Apple Menu =>Restart to restart your Macbook or Shut Down to turn it off completely, then turn it back on.

After restarting your Macbook, your device will return to normal mode.

Note: If the above method doesn't work, try checking the Shift key:

- By pressing the Shift key during startup to put your Macbook into Safe Boot mode. So, if the Shift key is stuck and you're unaware, your Macbook will boot into Safe Boot mode automatically.

- If the Shift key is still functioning normally, the next step you need to take is to reset the PRAM (or NVRAM). This action will reset some minor settings such as time zone, volume, etc. To begin:

Step 1: First, shut down your Macbook.
Step 2: Turn on your Macbook again and during the startup process, press and hold the Option + Command + P + R keys simultaneously for about 20 seconds, then release them.

Method 2: Exiting Safe Boot Mode on Macbook via Terminal

The next step to exit Safe Boot on Macbook is through the Terminal window. However, this method requires you to have Admin privileges.

Step 1: Open Terminal by clicking on Applications =>Utilities =>Terminal.
Step 2: Then, enter the command below and press Enter:

sudo nvram boot-args=''

Step 3: Enter your Admin password when prompted.
Step 4: Finally, restart your Macbook to exit Safe Boot mode.

Method 3: Another Way to Exit Safe Boot on Macbook

In addition to the two methods of exiting Safe Boot on Macbook through Terminal and restarting the device mentioned above, you can also perform a similar task through the Security Utility menu.

Similarly, this method of exiting Safe Boot on Macbook also requires you to log in with your Admin username and password.

Step 1: Press Command + R to open the macOS Utility window.
Step 2: Next, locate and click on Utilities =>Startup Security Utility, then enter your Admin account username and password when prompted.

Step 3: On the next window, select No Security to disable Secure Boot (Safe Boot).

Step 4: The final step is to restart your Macbook by clicking on Restart in the Apple Menu.

Thus, Mytour has guided you through some ways to exit Safe Boot mode on your Macbook. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below.