how to reset iphone in macbook
To reset your iPhone using a MacBook, you’ll typically want to use macOS’s Finder (if you’re running macOS Catalina 10.15 or later) or iTunes (if you’re using macOS Mojave 10.14 or earlier). Here’s how to do it step by step: Using Finder (macOS Catalina and later) Connect your iPhone: Use a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your MacBook. Open Finder: Click the Finder icon in your Dock. Select your iPhone: In the Finder sidebar, you should see your iPhone listed under “Locations”. Click on it. Back Up Data (optional): Before resetting, if you want to keep your current data, you can create a backup. Click on “Back Up Now”. Reset your iPhone: Click on the “General” tab. Scroll down and look for the “Restore iPhone…” button. Click it. Confirm that you want to restore the iPhone. This will erase your device and install the latest version of iOS. Wait for the process to complete: Your iPhone will restart during the process. Once it’s finished, you’ll see the setup screen on your iPhone. Using iTunes (macOS Mojave and earlier) Connect your iPhone: Use a USB cable to connect your iPhone to your MacBook. Open iTunes: Launch iTunes on your MacBook. Select your iPhone: Click on the iPhone icon that appears in the upper-left corner of the iTunes window. Back Up Data (optional): You can back up your data by selecting “Back Up Now”. Reset your iPhone: In the Summary panel, you will find the “Restore iPhone…” option. Click on it. Confirm that you want to restore the iPhone. This will erase your device and install the latest version of iOS. Wait for the process to finish: Your iPhone will restart during the restoration process. Once completed, you’ll see the setup screen. Important Notes Backup: Always make sure to back up your data if you want to keep anything before resetting. iCloud: If you use iCloud, your data can also be synced after resetting. Apple ID and Passcode: If “Find My iPhone” is enabled, you may need to enter your Apple ID and password after the reset to reactivate your iPhone. By following these steps, you can successfully reset your iPhone using your MacBook.
