1 · Choose a symptom2 · Check safely3 · Your next step
YOUR NEXT STEP
macOS updates need significantly more space than the file size suggests (often 35GB+) to unpack and install safely.
You must clear space before trying again. If you force it without space, your Mac might get stuck in a boot loop.
Send a photo or screenshot of the exact error. For an intermittent issue, a short recording captured when it happens can help; mention the app and what you were doing. You can attach it to your message below. Sharing is optional; you do not have to disassemble anything or repeat a risky test.
A symptom can have more than one cause. These guides help you choose a next step; confirming a hardware fault requires testing.
Bring your questions, not just your computer. A photo, screenshot or short recording can help show us the problem. Your guide will carry over to the contact form.
