Macbooks are one of the most reliable types of computers at the moment. Thus, it is no surprise to see more and more people choosing Macs instead of other laptops or even personal computers.
Nevertheless, despite their reliability, the chances are that you may still encounter some performance or other Macbook problems, especially after using the device for some time.
Knowing what you can expect in advance would give you an edge. You will not panic and can take the necessary action.
This article covers the most common Macbook problems and ways to deal with them. If you are interested in this information, do not hesitate and continue reading the article.
Problem #1 – Lack of Drive Space
If you encounter issues like a scratch disk full problem or cannot save files on the computer while working with Photoshop or other applications, it may be that there is not enough drive space left on the Macbook.
Macs are quite notorious for available storage. The situation becomes apparent for those who have a tendency to hoard files on their computer.
Only a couple of gigabytes of free space will spell trouble for the Macbook’s performance. Avoid getting in such a situation.
You should delete unnecessary files, like temporary junk, old applications, and downloads. Transferring some data to clouds and external hard drives is also a good piece of advice. Finally, you can watch movies or listen to music on streaming services instead of keeping large media files on the computer.
Problem #2 – Loud Fan Noise and Overheating
Overheating and loud fan noises are usually the result because of two reasons. The first is too much dust inside the computer. The second is poor ventilation in your room.
Start with removing the filth inside the Macbook. If you are reluctant to take the hardware apart yourself, take your Mac to a computer service store and let the professionals handle the cleaning.
As for poor ventilation, you cannot help that sometimes. If you have next to no options, get a cooling pad that will provide you with a source of fresh and cool air that will help maintain the Macbook’s temperature.
Problem #3 – Poor Internet Connection
It is not necessarily your ISP that is responsible for a poor internet connection. Connecting to a wireless network has its downsides. You may have fewer problems by getting an ethernet cable and plugging that in the Macbook. However, if that is not an option, here are some suggestions that may help:
- use the computer away from third-party peripherals like microwave ovens and wireless printers
- restart the Macbook
- try disconnecting and reconnecting to a network manually
Problem #4 – Flickering Screen
A flickering screen is not that common, but it can get on one’s nerves quite fast if it occurs. Moreover, even if restarting the Macbook solves the issue, the solution is temporary.
Macbook screens tend to flicker when there are compatibility problems between the operating system and the graphics processing unit. If the problem appears after updating the OS, switching back to the previous version could solve the problem. You may end up waiting for a hotfix. As counterintuitive as it sounds, there are instances when an update does more harm than good.
On the off chance that returning to the old macOS version does not help, you may have to take the Macbook to a computer service store because fixing a flickering screen may be too difficult on your own.
Problem #5 – Spinning Beach Ball
A spinning beach ball should not pose issues if it appears for an instant and disappears right away. However, you may have one that does not want to disappear even after a couple of seconds.
If this is the case, it would be a good time to make some changes. For the most part, simply restarting the computer should be enough to make the spinning beach ball problem go away. Nevertheless, the solution is temporary, and you do not want to restart the Macbook each time that ball appears.
Scan the system for potential malware. Limit the number of background applications. Also, declutter the desktop. Taking care of these three things should improve the situation. If it does not, you may need to reinstall the operating system.
Problem #6 – FPS Drops and Stuttering in Video Games
Even if Macbooks are not the most optimal choice for playing video games, the most recent models come with decent hardware that makes it possible to enjoy gaming even on a Mac.
However, if you want to play AAA games, you need to keep the computer in top shape. Otherwise, there will be FPS drops, stuttering, freezes, crashes, and other performance issues while gaming.
The solutions to this problem are similar to the ones in the spinning beach ball section. In addition to those, you can also try tinkering with in-game settings and give both windowed and full-screen modes a go.
