Delete Info and Files on my MacBook Pro 2015
How do I delete my info and files on my 2016 MacBook Pro before I gift to my daughter?
MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 12.1
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Details in the reference article suggest how to do just that.
Not in a simple kind of way; just in steps, by the numbers.
Essentially once you are done with the macOS' contents &
wish to erase it; do just that. Link(s) for the purpose include
reinstall; and then shut-off, before personalizing Mac. Then
a new owner could start-up; from where Mac was left.
[The instructions -in the above linked article- have changed.]
In general ~ if you are done with it: do the last Step #8.
8 - Erase your Mac and reinstall macOS
Follow the steps to Erase your Mac and reinstall macOS.
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT208496
[After macOS installation is complete, your Mac restarts to a setup
assistant. To leave the Mac in an out-of-box state, press Command-Q
to shut down, instead of continuing setup.] This article may fill gaps:
• How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204904