User level: Level 2 (203 points)I have a MacBook Pro Silicon (M2). I have tried unsuccessfully dozens of times to start up in Safe Mode. It never works. I hold the power key until the options are show and I choose my Mac HD and hold down the Shift key while clicking on it and it starts up in regular mode.
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Original Title: Safe Mode
Posted on Sep 22, 2026 9:00 AM
User level: Level 9 (72,871 points)Sep 22, 2026 9:07 AM in response to Pamela Mullen2
You are following the correct steps but key points are that you need to:
The computer restarts automatically. When the login window appears, you should see “Safe Boot” in the menu bar.
More info: Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple Support
If you use an external Bluetooth or USB keyboard, the Shift key signal might not register during the pre-boot phase. Switch to the built-in MacBook Pro keyboard.
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256362755