Plugged in all the time?

Just received my new MBP today - upgrade from my mini. It will be sitting on my desk most the time. Is it recommended to leave it plugged in all the time or not?

For the best battery performance it's best you use that and drain it now and again, say once a month. Every 2-3 months you should re-calibrate the Battery.

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