## Fixing a Frozen Screen on MacBook Air After Restart
If your MacBook Air’s screen is frozen after a restart, try this: **Force Restart** by pressing the **Power button + Command (⌘) + Option (⌥) + P + R** keys simultaneously for 10 seconds, then release. This will reset the System Management Controller (SMC) and the Power Management Unit (PMU).
## Step-by-Step Guide
To fix a frozen screen on your MacBook Air after a restart, follow these steps:
1. **Force Restart**: Press the Power button, then immediately hold down the Command (⌘) + Option (⌥) + P + R keys.
2. **Release the keys**: Release the keys after 10 seconds. Your MacBook Air will restart.
3. **Boot in Safe Mode**: If the Force Restart doesn’t work, try booting your MacBook Air in Safe Mode. To do this, restart your MacBook Air, then immediately hold down the **Shift** key. Release the Shift key when you see the login window.
4. **Disable Login Items**: If your MacBook Air boots in Safe Mode, try disabling any login items that may be causing the issue. Go to **System Preferences** > **Users & Groups**, then select your user account and click on **Login Items**. Remove any items that you don’t need.
5. **Reset NVRAM and SMC**: If the above steps don’t work, try resetting the NVRAM and SMC. To reset the NVRAM, restart your MacBook Air, then immediately hold down the **Command (⌘) + Option (⌥) + P + R** keys. To reset the SMC, shut down your MacBook Air, then locate the following keys: **Power button**, **Command (⌘) + Option (⌥)**, and **Shift**. Press these keys while powering on your MacBook Air.
## Frequently Asked Questions
* **Q: Why does my MacBook Air’s screen freeze after a restart?**
A: The screen freeze can be caused by a variety of issues, including software conflicts, hardware problems, or issues with the System Management Controller (SMC) or Power Management Unit (PMU).
* **Q: Will force restarting my MacBook Air erase my data?**
A: No, force restarting your MacBook Air will not erase your data. However, if you’re concerned about data loss, make sure to back up your MacBook Air regularly.
* **Q: What if none of the above steps work?**
A: If none of the above steps work, you may need to visit an Apple Store or an authorized Apple Service Provider for further diagnosis and repair.
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