Question about Time Machine

By Dominic, 1 May, 2023

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macOS and Mac Apps

Hello.
I have a 2017 MacBook and it’s plugged into charge of teacher by external USB hard drive.
I’m using Time Machine.
The backup is gonna take a really long time, and I’ll probably fall asleep whilst it happens.
If my Mac falls asleep or whatever, will it still do the Time Machine backup?, what if I close the lid of my MacBook, will it still do the Time Machine backup whilst the lid is closed?
Thank you for the suggestions.

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By Tyler on Friday, May 12, 2023 - 20:29

Member of the AppleVis Editorial Team

If you keep the lid open and charger connected, the backup should complete. You can check its current status in the status menu.