How do I reinstall macOS after erasing my MacBook without a backup or startup disk?

Erased Mac book and tried to reinstall osx but it can’t find a backup or even a start up disk


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iPhone 13, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 30, 2025 12:41 PM

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Posted on Mar 30, 2025 9:19 PM

You must restart the Mac in recovery mode.

When you are looking at the macOS Utilities screen, launch Reinstall macOS.

All the guidance you will need can be found here: How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support


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