How to Reinstall macOS Monterey
You don’t have to wipe your data if you need to reinstall macOS Monterey. If you are selling or trading your Mac, however, see the tip below or the next section. Here are the steps to reinstall the Mac’s operating system without erasing all your data.
How Do I Do a Clean Install of macOS Monterey?
To do a completely clean install of macOS Monterey, you’re going to need to wipe the disk on your Mac. To do this, launch the Recovery Mode menu on your Mac.
When Should You Reinstall macOS Monterey?
There are several reasons why you may want to reinstall macOS Monterey. The first, and most obvious reason is to remove any possibly corrupted files. Sometimes, when installing updates, files can become corrupted. If this happens, you may need to reinstall macOS Monterey to resolve those problems. Another reason you may choose to reinstall macOS Monterey is if you plan to sell or trade off your Mac. Completely deleting all your data and reinstalling the operating system can prepare the system for the next person, without risking the exposure of your personal data or apps.
