

The currently installed macOS version will remain.Like iOS, the new erase process in macOS Monterey handles everything to fully wipe your Mac.Follow the prompts to fully erase your Mac.Click System Preferences in the menu bar > Erase All Contents and Settings.

If you haven’t upgraded already, it’s easiest to factory reset a Mac that’s running Monterey. MacOS Monterey offers an all-new Erase Assistant for 2018 and later Macs. Shortcut: You can also search your Mac for “erase” with Spotlight search (magnifying glass in top right corner or use keyboard shortcut cmd + spacebar) macOS Monterey: How to reset your Mac

