To change the inactivity timeout on your Mac, you can follow these steps:
1. First, click on the Apple menu icon in the top-left corner of your screen.
2. From the drop-down menu, choose “System Preferences.”
3. In the System Preferences window, click on the “Energy Saver” icon. This will open the Energy Saver preferences.
4. In the Energy Saver preferences, you will see two tabs: “Battery” and “Power Adapter.” Make sure you are on the “Battery” tab if you are using a laptop.
5. On the Battery tab, you will find a section titled “Turn display off after.” This is where you can adjust the inactivity timeout for your Mac’s screen.
6. By default, the timeout is set to a specific duration, such as 1 minute, 5 minutes, or 10 minutes. You can choose one of these options, or you can click on the drop-down menu and select “Custom” to set a specific duration of your choice.
7. If you want to increase the inactivity timeout, simply choose a longer duration from the drop-down menu or enter a custom value.
8. If you want to decrease the inactivity timeout, choose a shorter duration or enter a custom value accordingly.
9. Once you have selected your desired timeout duration, close the Energy Saver preferences window. Your changes will be automatically saved.
It’s worth noting that keeping your Mac’s screen on for longer periods of inactivity can affect its power consumption and battery life. If you are using a laptop, you might want to consider balancing longer screen timeouts with your desired battery performance.
Changing the inactivity timeout on your Mac can be useful in various situations. For example, if you are watching a movie or giving a presentation, you may want to set a longer timeout to prevent the screen from turning off unexpectedly. On the other hand, if you are concerned about energy efficiency or want to conserve battery life, setting a shorter timeout can be beneficial.
Remember that these instructions may vary slightly depending on the macOS version you are using. However, the general steps should remain similar across different versions.
I hope this helps you change the inactivity timeout on your Mac to suit your preferences and needs.