Issue Description
Mac feels sluggish during normal tasks like opening apps or browsing.
Common Causes
- Too many startup apps
- Low storage space
- Background processes consuming resources
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Review Activity Monitor
- Open Applications → Utilities → Activity Monitor
- Sort by CPU and Memory
- Quit apps consuming excessive resources
Step 2: Disable Login Items
- Open System Settings → General → Login Items
- Remove unnecessary startup apps
Step 3: Free Up Storage
- Open System Settings → Storage
- Remove large unused files
- Empty Trash
Step 4: Reduce Visual Effects
- Open Accessibility → Display
- Enable Reduce motion and Reduce transparency
Explore Further
- Upgrade to SSD (older Macs)
- Add RAM if supported
Prevention & Best Practices
Keep at least 20% disk space free.