The Charge Limit feature, which allows you to set a maximum charge to help extend battery health, was previously exclusive to iPhone and iPad.
Charge Limit on Mac
Charge Limit is a feature that enables you to specify a maximum charge level for your device. Initially limited to 80%, iOS 18 expanded the options to include ranges between 80% and 100%. Now, with the first beta of macOS 26.4, Mac users can set a charge limit between 80% and 100%.
When Charge Limit is activated, your device will stop charging within a few percentage points of your set limit. This helps to enhance battery lifespan by reducing the strain caused by constant charging to 100%. However, Apple mentions that your device may occasionally still charge to 100% to maintain accurate battery state-of-charge estimates.
You can enable Charge Limit on your Mac by accessing Settings, navigating to the Battery section, and clicking the “info” symbol next to “Charging”.
Charge Limit in Shortcuts
In addition, the new iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4 betas introduce Charge Limit to the Shortcuts app. This allows you to automate the process of setting your Charge Limit.
Wrap up
Battery Charge Limit is a fantastic way to extend battery health, especially for light users or those who have frequent access to a charger. This feature is particularly beneficial for MacBook users, as they are often used in desk setups where charging is convenient. Do you use Charge Limit on your devices? Share your thoughts in the comments!
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