As you can see, I logged on from another computer using Terminal (ttys001) as user1.Ī user User1 is a second user I created on my local Mac. The first output on the screen is my remote connection. To make things more interesting, I also connected remotely as a user from my other MacBook. For instance, here is the screenshot from the command I ran on one of my Macs. Let me explain how to check the last login on Mac with the Terminal. The command will print all login events in descending order. In the Terminal app window, type “last” and hit Enter. Use the Command+space key combination to start Spotlight Search, type Terminal in the search window, and hit Enter. The easiest way to see the MacBook login history is to use the “last” command. In this case, you probably want to check the Mac login history when searching for suspicious activity when you assume that your Mac is in sleep mode. But even if you do, there is a risk that someone can crack and still get access to your computer. I always advise to set log in passwords and change them from time to time. Full Disclosure Here…ĭo you think that someone logged on your MacBook and copied the files from it? Do you feel that something has changed on your Mac, but you can’t tell why you have such a feeling? If so, I understand your concern because this is one of the most common questions people ask after leaving their MacBooks at home or work. Your password is required to start using the computer again.If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Move your mouse to the corner you set up as your Hot Corner. If you've set up a Hot Corner using the previous procedure, you can use this procedure to lock your screen without waiting for the screen saver to start. Next, set up a Hot Corner so you can quickly activate the screen saver when you leave your computer.Ĭlick Screen Saver, and then click Hot Corners.Ĭlick the list next to the corner of the screen you want to use as a hot corner and select Start Screen Saver, and then click OK. How to Set Up a Hot Corner to Lock Your Screen Manually Your password is required to start using the computer again. When your computer has been inactive for the set interval, the screen saver starts. How to Set Your Computer to Lock Your Screen Automaticallyįrom the Apple menu, choose System Preferences.Ĭlick Screen Saver, and then use the slider to choose 15 minutes (or less).Ĭlick Show All to go back to the main System Preferences window.Ĭlick Security, and then click Require password to wake this computer from sleep or screen saver. You can also lock your screen manually using a Hot Corner. You should set up a screen saver that will start after your computer has been idle for a set interval (15 minutes or less). When you leave your computer, it’s best to start a screen saver that can only be turned off with a password.
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