How to unlock a program on MacBook

It is rare for a program to get stuck in MacBook, but it can happen, when this happens you must follow some instructions to unlock the application. It is recommended that you do not close the MacBook by the on / off button as this may damage the software. The Mac OS X system allows you to exit an application that does not respond without the need to restart the computer. Below are the instructions to unlock a program on MacBook .

Steps to follow:

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Press Command (#) + alt + Esc. This will close the program you are using on your MacBook.

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To unlock an application you can also do it by selecting Apple ()> "Force Exit" in the menu bar. The "Force exit of applications" dialog will appear with the selected application

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You can also restart the Finder from this same dialog in the case that this application is blocked. Then, restart the computer to make sure that the problem is completely solved.

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If the problem of blocked programs occurs frequently, choose Help> "Help Center" in the menu bar at the top of the screen. For information on what to do when your computer crashes or does not respond, look for the word "block" in the spotlight of your Macbook.

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For technical support and contact information about software that is installed on your MacBook, visit www.apple.com/downloads.

Tips
  • If this problem only occurs when you use a certain program, contact the manufacturer to see if it is compatible with your computer.