Become an Apple Genius

Learn to troubleshoot Mac problems yourself

Computers are complex things and though you’ll have heard the phrase ‘it just works’ in relation to Apple kit many times, it – like any hardware or software – will surely run into trouble at some point. When something goes wrong, it’s tempting to book an appointment at a Genius Bar to get it sorted out, but that’s not always feasible. The good news is that many Mac problems can be fixed yourself. Apple even provides software tools to help you diagnose them and in this Genius Handbook we’ll take you on a tour of them. Next time you run into a problem, you’ll know exactly which tool you need for assessing it and how to proceed with your investigation.

Your Mac may be running like a dream right now, so you may not think you need this guide. But it’s an important read and one you should keep safe: down the road, when trouble brings productivity to a halt, you’ll be glad to have it.