2014 Macbook pro, should I use TRIM?

I recently updated to a Macbook pro 15" with 1TB SSD, should I use TRIM enabler? I have read conflicting information online, and am unsure if I should do this. What are the advantages? What are the dis-advantages? What is the process?

You really don't have a choice with your model of MBP. Apple enables TRIM for their SSD's
So, the answer to your question is YES you should use TRIM.
You can check that TRIM is enabled by:
a. Clicking on the Apple logo 
b. Open "About this Mac"
c. Click on "More Information"
d. Click on "System Report"
e. Click on "SATA/SATA Express"
f. Scroll down to "TRIM Support" and look to the right. It should say "YES"
NO enabler is needed for your model.
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