As the name suggests, restart is a function on a computer that we can use to restart the computer.
So, unlike shutting down which will turn off the computer, restarting will turn off the computer and then automatically turn it back on.
We can use shutdown when we are no longer using the computer .
Meanwhile, we can use restart if we want to continue using the computer, but at that time the computer is too heavy because there are many processes running.
On the Macbook Air, there are at least two ways that Androbuntu friends can use. Namely via the Menu Bar and also using the power button .
Please read the full explanation below.
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Restart Via Menu Bar (Easiest Way)
The easiest way to restart your Macbook Air is via the Restart menu in the Menu Bar.
This can be used for most situations if your Macbook Air is not hanging or having errors .
The method is as follows:
- Click the Apple icon in the left corner of your Macbook Air screen;
- Click the Restart… menu ;
- A small window will appear saying “Are you sure you want to restart the computer now?”, click the Restart button ;
- Your Macbook Air will then undergo a rebooting or restart process . The screen will turn off for a few moments, then turn back on.
Force Restart Using Power Button
There are times when the first method cannot be used, the reason is because your Androbuntu Macbook Air hangs or stops processing all the input requests that you make.
Therefore you cannot use the touchpad or mouse to access the restart menu .
But don’t worry, you can still restart your Macbook Air by using the Power button.
This button is also sometimes referred to as the Eject button or Fingerprint button.
The button is located in the upper right corner of the keyboard. That is the button you usually use to activate your Macbook Air.
Press and hold the button for a few seconds. Then your Macbook Air screen will automatically turn off, then it will turn on again in a few seconds.
All the files you are working on may not be saved if you restart using this method.
Therefore, only use this method in certain situations. An example is when your Macbook Air stops responding.