Stop macbook sleeping when shut.

Hi ive searched around but have not found an answer. Does anyone know if there is a way to stop the macbook automatically sleeping when the lid is shut.
Cheers
Dom

Like you, I wanted to be able to close my Mac's lid and have it keep running but I also didn't want to install low level software that might cause unforseen problems immediately or down the road. I found a solution on the internet where it explained you can interfere with the magnetic switch that triggers sleep. All you need is a flat piece of steel. I was able to make a square piece about 30mm on a side that I covered on both sides with felt. If you place it on the palm rest near the edge above the Kensington security slot, it will block the magnetic switch sensor and the Mac keeps running with the lid closed. Not for everyone, but I thought I would add this suggestion to the pile.

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I don't quite understand what you're asking. When you close the lid, the computer will automatically sleep. The only way this won't happen is if the machine is hooked up to an external monitor. You can move the machine somewhere else while it's on, as well as in sleep. Shutting down the machine to relocate it does not require you to turn it off and you can simply unplug the power adapter, relocate it and then plug it back in. Hope this helps.

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