How to Fix Kernal-Task High CPU Usage on Mac
How
to Fix Kernal-Task High CPU Usage on Mac
·
Example:
macOS
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Steps:
1.
Reboot
Your Mac:
A quick restart can clean system glitches and cool down your mac.
·
Click
the Apple icon.
·
Choose
Restart.
·
Confirm
by clicking Restart again.
2.
Stop
Your Mac from Overheating:
Heat makes kernel-task use more CPU.
·
Close
heavy apps: Shut app
like games, browsers, or video editor.
·
Move
to a cooler spot:
Use it on hard surface.
·
Clean
vents: Use a soft
brush or compressed air to remove dust.
3.
Remove
Apps You Don’t Use:
·
Open
Launchpad (click Dock icon or press F4).
·
Find
the app > Click and hold it until it wiggles.
·
Click
the X to delete.
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Empty
the Bin to free up space.
4.
Update
macOS:
Updates fix bugs that may causes CPU spikes.
·
Backup
your files first.
·
Go
to Apple menu > System Settings.
·
Click
General > Software Update.
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If
an update is there, click Update Now.
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Follow
the steps and let your Mac restart.
5.
Reset
PRAM/NVRAM:
For Intel
Mac:
·
Turn
Off your Mac.
·
Turn
it on and immediately hold Option + Command + P + R.
·
Hold
until your Mac restarts twice.
Note:
M1/M2 Macs reset this automatically during restart.