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Summary: Sometimes, you need to reset the display under macOS, without it being visible. Under Linux, this is incredibly easy; CTRL-ALT-F1 usually gives you a . . .
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< Assuming you're logged in and for some reason don't have a display, do the following procedure:
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> In the future, it'll help you as follows: assuming you're logged in and for some reason don't have a display, do the following procedure:
Sometimes, you need to reset the display under macOS, without it being visible. Under Linux, this is incredibly easy; CTRL-ALT-F1 usually gives you a text console. You can then jump back to the GUI with alt-Left. Under macOS, this is slightly harder.
This does require preparation. First, you have to make a shortcut key to System Preferences:
In the future, it'll help you as follows: assuming you're logged in and for some reason don't have a display, do the following procedure: