How to Factory Reset the Apple MacBook Pro (M3)

Factory reset the Apple MacBook Pro with M3 chip by erasing and reinstalling macOS.

Steps

1. 1

   Click the Apple menu and choose Shut Down.

2. 2

   Press and hold the power button until you see Loading startup options, then release.

3. 3

   Select Options and click Continue to enter macOS Recovery.

4. 4

   Open Disk Utility, select Macintosh HD, and click Erase. Format as APFS.

5. 5

   Quit Disk Utility and select Reinstall macOS from the Recovery menu.

6. 6

   Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Last verified: April 7, 2026