Apple explains why your MacBook may be ‘Not Charging’ while plugged inA MacBook that is not charging may be normal.
What you need to know
Apple has released a new support document about MacBook charging.
The document goes over expected behavior when charging a Mac.
Specifically, it covers why your Mac may temporarily not charge when plugged in.
Apple has released a new support document that provides some context as to why your MacBook may show as 'Not Charging' while it is plugged in.
MacBooks running macOS 10.15.5 or later have a 'Battery health management' feature that, according to Apple, may pause a charge to improve the long-term health of your MacBook's battery.
If your Mac notebook has Thunderbolt 3 ports and uses macOS Catalina 10.15.5 or later, you can use battery health management to help extend the life of your battery. Battery health management is designed to improve your battery's lifespan by reducing the rate at which it chemically ages. The feature does this by monitoring your battery's temperature history and charging patterns...
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Apple explains why your MacBook may be ‘Not Charging’ while plugged in
