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This process is ridiculous. I'm 3 hours in and I can't wipe this Mac.

how do you wipe a MacBook Air to get it ready to sell?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.4

Posted on Feb 20, 2023 12:41 AM

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Posted on Feb 20, 2023 2:06 AM

It depends on which model you have.

If it is fairly recent, it is extremely easy: System Preferences->Erase Content and Settings.


Otherwise, follow the instructions here:


What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your MacOfficial Apple Support › en-us


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This process is ridiculous. I'm 3 hours in and I can't wipe this Mac.

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