Issue Description
Mac takes a long time to reach desktop after login.
Common Causes
- Too many startup apps
- Background helper tools
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Review Login Items
- System Settings → General → Login Items
Step 2: Remove Unnecessary Items
- Remove apps you don’t need at startup
- Disable background helpers under Allow in the Background
Step 3: Restart and Test
- Restart Mac
- Measure startup improvement
Step 4: Check Disk Health
- Run Disk Utility → First Aid
Explore Further
- Create a clean test user
Prevention & Best Practices
Only keep essential startup items.