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MacBook Pro
Essentials
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Contents
4 Chapter 1:  MacBook Pro a t a glance
4 Say hello to MacBook Pro
5 Take a tour
6 What’s included
6 Keyboard
7 Trackpad
8 Charge the battery
9 Use an external display
10 Chapter 2:  Get started
10 Set up
11 Find your way around
17 Unlock your MacBook Pro with Apple Watch
18 Quickly open apps
19 Multitask on your desktop
19 Access your content anywhere with iCloud
21 Use your MacBook Pro and iOS devices together
24 Apple Pay
25 AirDrop
25 AirPrint
26 AirPlay
27 Migrate your data
28 Save space on...

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41 Pages
42 Numbers
43 Keynote
44 iMovie
45 GarageBand
46 App Store
48 Chapter 4:  Find answers
48 Mac Help
49 Common questions
50 Keyboard shortcuts
51 More resources, service, and support
52 Chapter 5:  Safety, handling, and support
52 Important safety information
55 Important handling information
56 Understanding ergonomics
57 FCC regulatory compliance
58 Canadian regulatory compliance
58 EU compliance statement
59 ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement
59 Apple and the environment
59 Regional disposal and...

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MacBook Pro at a glance
Say hello to MacBook Pro
This guide provides the essential information you need in order to get the most from your 
MacBook Pro. The sections described below cover the hardware features, the software setup 
process and highlights, what you can do with apps on your Mac, and how to find more 
information about any topic.
Take a look around. Want a quick intro to the features (ports, connectors, accessories) of your 
MacBook Pro? Go to the next section, Take a tour.
Get...

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 Chapter 1    MacBook Pro at a glance 5
Take a tour
This guide is for both the 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Pro models.
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3.5 \b\b headphone jack
 •MagSafe 2 power port: Charge your computer. If you accidentally trip over the power cord, it 
cleanly detaches.
 •Thunderbolt 2 ports: Transfer data at lightning-fast speeds, and connect a display such as the 
Apple Thunderbolt Display. 
 •USB 3 ports: Transfer data, connect USB 2 and USB 3 devices, and more.
 •3.5 mm headphone...

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What’s included
To use your MacBook Pro, you need these two accessories, included in the box:
60W or 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter: To charge your MacBook Pro, 
use the included power adapter. Make sure the AC plug is fully inserted 
into the power adapter and the electrical prongs on the AC plug are 
fully extended, then plug the adapter into a power outlet. The magnetic 
connector helps guide the plug into the port and disconnects easily.
When the adapter is...

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 •Mute key (F10): Press  to mute the sound from the built-in speakers or 3.5 mm headphone jack.
 •Volume keys (F11, F12): Press  or  to increase or decrease the volume of sound from the 
built-in speakers or 3.5 mm headphone jack.
 •Function (Fn) key: Each function key (on the top row) can also perform other functions—for 
example, the F12 key can open Dashboard. Hold down the Fn key while you press a function 
key to trigger the action associated with the key.
Set...

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Charge the battery
The battery in your MacBook Pro recharges whenever the MacBook Pro is connected to power.
Charge the battery. Connect your MacBook Pro to a power outlet using the included cable and 
60W or 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter. The indicator light glows amber to indicate the battery is 
charging. The battery recharges more quickly when the computer is off or in sleep.
Check the battery’s charge. Look at the battery status icon at the right of the menu bar...

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Use an external display
The Thunderbolt port on your MacBook Pro supports video output. You can use an external 
display, a projector, or an HDTV with your MacBook Pro.
To connectDo this
Apple Thunderbolt Display Plug the display’s cable directly into the Thunderbolt 2 port 
 on your 
MacBook Pro.
Mini DisplayPort displayPlug the display’s cable directly into the Thunderbolt 2 port  on your 
MacBook Pro.
VGA display or projectorUse a Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter...

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Get started
Set up
The first time you turn on your MacBook Pro, Setup Assistant walks you through the simple steps 
needed to start using your new Mac. If you want to transfer your data from another computer, 
see Migrate your data for details.
Be sure to connect to Wi-Fi, turn on Bluetooth® wireless technology, get an Apple ID, then sign 
in to iCloud. You can also activate Siri if you want. You can do these steps quickly and easily with 
Setup Assistant—but if you want to do them later, here’s...
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