You need to restart your computer to complete the process. 2. Reset Your Mac's SMC and PRAM. Resetting your Mac's system management controller (SMC) and parameter random access memory (PRAM) can solve a multitude of issues with your machine. One of these is reduced performance when running on battery.
Besides screen brightness, your problem is Chrome. Google "Chrome battery on MacBook". Switch to Safari and be amazed. Also switch to low power mode. There is a thread on here where I posted my battery log for a very long day of usage (like 12 hours) and ending the day at 48% on low power mode.Austin, TX. Apr 7, 2021. #5. Check the Energy tab in Activity Monitor and sort by "12 hr Power" to see what application had the largest impact on your Mac's power consumption. You can also click the battery icon in the menu bar at the top right to get a quick glance at what is currently draining the battery the most.