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Shutdown or sleep for Mac: which is better?

14/01/2022 by


When shutting down their Mac, users typically put their computer to sleep or turn it off. But which of these options is better? Let’s talk about these modes, finding out their features and benefits.

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Need to shut down or put your Mac to sleep? This question is often asked by Mac users. Usually, people just leave their computer idle or hibernate, leaving the Mac unattended for minutes or hours. But most people do not really know what to do with a computer if they do not plan to work with it for a day or two, or even more.

We will give a simple and clear answer – almost always put your mac to sleep. And there are four main reasons for that.

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Your Mac is not just sleeping

When the Mac is in sleep mode, the computer automatically uses a feature called Power Nap. Thanks to her, he wakes up from time to time to synchronize with your other devices and updates the Mail, Calendar, Notes, Photos and Contacts applications along with iCloud documents. It also updates your location for Find My Mac (Locator), a useful feature in case your device goes missing.

When connected to a power source, your Mac can do even more with Power Nap, such as updating your computer software and scheduling Time Machine backups.

How to enable Power Nap on Mac

How to enable Power Nap on Mac

Note that Intel-based Macs allow you to turn off Power Nap, while Macs with M1 chips have the processor always on, which integrates Power Nap functionality into normal system operation. This means that the user no longer has the option to turn off features such as automatic sync.

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You can get started instantly

A Mac that has been put to sleep can be instantly woken up and allows you to pick up where you left off. You’ll see your Mac’s screen light up as soon as you open it or touch the trackpad if you’re using a MacBook, or after you touch any key or move the Magic Mouse if you’re using an iMac.

But if you turn off your Mac, it will close all running programs and applications. This means that the next time you start your computer, you will need to open all your applications and programs again, one by one.

But this will happen if you did not give the computer permission to reopen all windows that were previously open before shutting down. To do this, simply check the box “Reopen windows when logging back in” at the prompt that appears before shutting down or restarting your Mac. But even if you do, your Mac will still need some time to launch all these applications.

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Energy savings from shutdown are minimal

Many people don’t want to put their Macs to sleep for fear of high power consumption. However, Mac computers actually consume little power when they are in sleep mode. For example, the Mac M1 consumes just 0.18 watts per hour in sleep mode, while a 27-inch Mac with a Retina 5K display consumes only about 1.44 watts per hour.

By comparison, your Mac consumes much more power when idle. The Mac M1 draws 3.22 watts per hour in idle mode, while a 27-inch Mac with a Retina 5K display draws 31.1 watts. And this consumption may even increase when you turn your computer off and on again. This is because it takes more power to boot the device.

More importantly, your Mac consumes little to no power as it performs maintenance tasks while it sleeps. Thus, putting the computer to sleep to perform maintenance tasks should not worry about its power consumption.

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Hibernation doesn’t wear out your Mac

Not so long ago, many mechanical parts were used in computers, such as hard disk drives (HDDs). This is why many people have chosen to turn off their devices rather than let them run further, subjecting them to physical wear and tear.

However, in Macs and most modern laptops, hard drives have been replaced by solid-state drives (SSDs), which are more like chips than disks. Since SSDs have no physical moving parts, they are less prone to wear and tear. SSDs are also faster and can accommodate more information per unit of physical volume. So from time to time putting the computer into sleep mode will no longer cause problems.

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When is the best time to turn off your Mac instead of putting it to sleep?

Turning off your Mac from time to time can be helpful. A full shutdown allows your computer to detect crashes and problems so that the next time you boot, fix them and make your work more comfortable and stable.

That’s why restarting or shutting down your Mac is the first natural thing you should do when your computer is running bad, slowing down, or discovering other problems. Rebooting your Mac once a week or even once a month can help catch these problems early.

It’s also best to turn off your Mac if you don’t plan on using it for an extended period of time, say more than a week. Shutting down also allows your machine to cool down if it is overheating.

If you plan to turn off your Macbook for an extended period of time, it is very important to pre-charge it to 50% before turning it off to keep the battery healthy. Make sure you keep your computer in a moisture-proof environment below 32°C and don’t overcool your equipment. If you plan to keep your Mac like this for longer, top up the battery to 50% every six months.

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Sleep is a better option than turning it off

Shutting down your Mac or putting it to sleep will benefit your Mac anyway. However, if the question is which one is better for everyday use, then there is a clear answer. If you only plan to stop working with your Mac for a few hours or overnight, then putting your computer to sleep is the best option.

This battery-saving mode does more for your Mac than when you turn it off. Sleep mode also saves you time by allowing you to use your Mac again almost instantly by saving the application windows you were working on before shutting down.

We talked about all the ways to put your Mac into Sleep Mode in this article.

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Keyboard shortcuts to shutdown and restart Mac

21/09/2021 by


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We’ve also touched on the capabilities of the Power button and shutdown window in macOS. However, using hotkeys will help you control your Mac faster and also use functions that are not provided by the shutdown dialog box.

It should be noted right away that all of the above keyboard shortcuts use the key Power, which is present next to the keyboard on the MacBook, on older generations of laptops that have a CD / DVD drive, as well as on computers with an external keyboard instead of it, you can use drive eject key (Eject) – it is located in the upper right corner of the keyboard.

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Shutting down your Mac

When the keys are pressed at the same time Control + ⌘Command + ⌥Option + Power / Eject Your computer will automatically close all programs and turn off, and no confirmation is required from the user, except, of course, to save the changes in the programs.

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Go to sleep

Press the following keys at the same time to put the computer into sleep mode: ⌥Option + ⌘Command + Power / Eject… On a MacBook, though, it’s easier to just close the lid to go to sleep.

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Reboot

To quickly restart your computer, press simultaneously: Control + ⌘Command + Power/Eject

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Turn off the display

In order to turn off the display, but at the same time leave the computer in working condition, press the following key combination: Control + ⇧Shift + Power / Eject…

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How to control Mac from iPhone or iPad (lock, restart, shutdown, sound, browse files, play, etc.)

09/09/2020 by ALOK DAS


Your iPhone and Mac can interact with each other in different ways, this allows, for example, to start working on one device and easily switch to another, exchange the clipboard between them, receive phone calls and answer text messages on both. This compatibility looks incredible, but you can make it even better by using third-party freeware.

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By setting up a few settings on your macOS computer and installing a free app from Momentous Studio called Gateway on your Mac and iPhone, you can control your computer remotely from your smartphone. This means you can put your Mac to sleep, lock its screen, restart it, shut it down, mute, change the volume, and more.

We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the detailed step-by-step instructions.

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Download Gateway Desktop for Mac

The first half of the Gateway software is a desktop client that you can download for free from the Momentous Studio website or the link below. The app is not available in the Mac App Store, so you’ll have to download it yourself from the developer’s site. Please note that the program only works on macOS 10.13 High Sierra and newer.

Download Gateway Desktop for Mac (Free)

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Install Gateway Desktop for Mac

Double-click on the DMG file you just downloaded (it should be in the Downloads folder) to start the installation process. When the disk image opens in a new window, drag the icon Gateway Desktop to folder Applications (“Programs”).

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Now in the folder “Programs” double click the icon Gateway Desktop… Since this software is from a third party, Apple will ask you if you are sure you want to open it. Click on Next, to continue.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

If you see a message like this when trying to install the application: “The application cannot be opened because the developer could not be verified.” (or something similar), then follow these instructions to install.

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Give Gateway Desktop full Mac access

On first launch Gateway Desktop the app guides you through several information windows. The last one will ask a question about granting some permissions. First of all, the application needs to provide Full Disk Access… To grant such rights, click on the arrow button.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

The system settings “Protection and safety“.

If instead you press “Next”, you can go to manual settings. Before doing this, click on the icon Gateway Desktop on the Mac menu bar, then click the ellipsis (•••) and select “Quit”… If you do it now, you will not be asked to do it later.

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Open “System settings“, Then click”Protection and safety“. Make sure you are on the “Confidentiality“, Select the item”Disk access»On the left panel. If the settings are locked, click on the padlock in the lower left corner, enter the user password and click “Remove protection»For the possibility of making changes.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

If you don’t see Gateway Desktop in the list of applications, click the icon “+”, find and select Gateway Desktop, select “Open” and make sure the checkbox next to the program is checked.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

Without closing the privacy settings window, grant access Gateway Desktop in section “Universal access“… To do this, select “Universal access“ on the left pane of the same tab, then check Gateway Desktop on the list. If it is not there, click the “+ “, select Gateway Desktop in folder Programs and press “Open”…

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

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Restart Gateway Desktop

For the above settings to take effect, restart Gateway Desktop – close and reopen the application from the folder “Programs”…

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Specify a password for remote access to Mac and set the program to automatically load at system startup (optional)

Open Gateway Desktop on Mac and click on its icon in the menu bar, then click on the ellipsis (•••) and select Settings.

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In the window that opens in the tab General check the box next to Launch on startup to add an application Gateway Desktop to startup (optional).

Then go to the tab Security and enter your password in the only field. This step is also not necessary, as you do not necessarily need a password to access. But this provides an additional layer of security, so it is recommended to do so.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

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Install the Gateway by Momentous Studio app on your iPhone or iPad

On the Mac side, almost everything is done, now it’s time to install the Gateway by Momentous Studio app on your iPhone or iPad (link below). While the desktop app is not available in the Mac App Store, the iPhone and iPad app is present in the App Store. The program requires iOS 13.2 or later, and is compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

Download Gateway by Momentous Studio for iPhone and iPad (Free)

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Select Mac in Gateway Control app on iPhone or iPad

Open the Gateway app on your iPhone or iPad and wait for your Mac to appear in the list. If you don’t see it, make sure your Mac and iPhone (iPad) are on the same Wi-Fi network, then try again. Your Mac’s name and IP address will be listed when the device is detected. Click on it and you will be prompted for a password and click Connect (Connect)… If you haven’t set a password, just click Connect without entering a password.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

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How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

When you access your Mac from an iPhone (iPad) app, you will see the system’s remote control on the home page of the mobile app. With this tool you can perform the following actions.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

Note, however, that if you select certain features, you will need to grant Gateway Desktop additional rights to your Mac. Only then can these functions be used (more on that below).

  • Sleep: The Mac screen will go to sleep without being locked.
  • Restart: The computer will restart.
  • Lock Screen: The screen will be locked and password protected.
  • Shut Down: The Mac will shut down completely.
  • Mute: Mutes the sound from the computer.
  • Volume: This slider allows you to adjust the volume of the sound from the computer.

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Add additional controls for your Mac

The main functions of remote control have been indicated above. If you don’t mind spending some money, then pay attention to the shopping cart icon when browsing the store Gateway Store… Here you will find one-time purchases called Blocks that enhance your remote access options. Some of them are free…

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

  • Screenshots (free): Take screenshots on Mac with one tap on the iPhone or iPad screen.
  • VLC (free): Control playback in VLC Player app.
  • Force quit (Free): Lets you immediately close running or minimized apps on Mac with a single tap on your iPhone or iPad.
  • Affinity Designer (RUB 75): Speed ​​up your Affinity Designer editor workflow with existing or future shortcuts.
  • Affinity Photo (RUB 75): Speeds up your Affinity Photo editor workflow with existing or future shortcuts.
  • Affinity Publisher (RUB 75): Speed ​​up your Affinity Publisher workflow with existing or future shortcuts.
  • Apple Music (Free): Provides Apple Music playback controls.
  • DaVinci Resolve (RUB 75): Speed ​​up your DaVinci Resolve editing application workflow with existing or future shortcuts.
  • Files + QuickLaunch (£ 3.99): Provides unlimited access to Mac files through the Files app and lets you open your favorite files with a tap.
  • Final Cut Pro (RUB 75: Speed ​​up your Final Cut Pro video editor workflow with existing or future shortcuts.
  • Logic Pro X (RUB 75): Speed ​​up your Logic Pro X editor workflow with existing or future shortcuts.
  • Podcasts (free): Provides podcast playback controls.
  • Spotify (RUB 75): Provides playback controls in the Spotify app.
  • In the near future, we can expect the appearance of new block widgets.

After adding blocks, you will see them on the main Mac System Management screen. You can tap the blocks icon at the top to view them all in a short list. In it, you can also drag items to change the order of their display on the remote control. Click on Doneto exit these settings.

How to control a Mac with an iPhone or iPad

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Grant Gateway Desktop additional rights

We will not go into the details of how each control or block works, but it should be borne in mind that for some of them to work, you will need to give the application more rights on the Mac. In particular, System Events (System events) for Automations (Automation), which are needed to control interface elements by simulating keyboard and mouse actions.

Whenever you first encounter one of these apps, you are prompted on your Mac to grant access to it. To do this, just press OK… You can see the granted rights along the way: System settings → Protection and safety → Confidentiality → Automation… Once you grant a block a permission once, it will remain in effect for any subsequent use.

Momentous Studios assures that it does not store any data or user requests. According to the developers, “all data is stored locally on your devices», But you can read the privacy policy for more information.

For now, the only downside to Gateway is that your iPhone (iPad) and Mac must be on the same Wi-Fi wireless network. But there is the ability to connect to Mac via SSH (Secure Shell) remotely from the iOS application.

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