Is it OK to stack things on top of a closed lid MacBook Pro?

I haven't seen this discussed anywhere, and was wondering if it's OK to stack things (books, keyboards, etc...) on top of a closed lid MacBook Pro? I have a 14" MBP and always put things like multiple books on top of it.

I guess it doesn't hurt the computer?

Does anyone know the weight limit? Do you also stack things on your MBP?

Thank you!

It would likely press the screen against the keyboard, which can leave permanent marks on the screen. I wouldn’t do it, personally.

On a closed-lid MacBook Pro, I'd avoid putting things on top. But on top of an open-lid MacBook Pro on the other hand...

Put the laptop on top of the books

I'll maybe have a notebook or a few magazines on top of my MacBook Air, but I wouldn't go much past that.

I would not. Unless you're trying to determine the ultimate compressive strength of a laptop or something.

A definite no from me. I can barely stand to put my phone on a closed laptop.

FMRWin10Boy said:

I haven't seen this discussed anywhere, and was wondering if it's OK to stack things (books, keyboards, etc...) on top of a closed lid MacBook Pro? I have a 14" MBP and always put things like multiple books on top of it.

I guess it doesn't hurt the computer?

Does anyone know the weight limit? Do you also stack things on your MBP?

Thank you!

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Why do you do that?

I put a debrand skin on mine just because I don't want to get it scratched. I only really put my glasses and phone and sometimes my ipad on it when its closed. Nothing too heavy!

FMRWin10Boy said:

I haven't seen this discussed anywhere, and was wondering if it's OK to stack things (books, keyboards, etc...) on top of a closed lid MacBook Pro? I have a 14" MBP and always put things like multiple books on top of it.

I guess it doesn't hurt the computer?

Does anyone know the weight limit? Do you also stack things on your MBP?

Thank you!

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Never stack anything on top of your MBP or MBA.

Never stack anything on top of the MacBook. Ever.

Wow not a single pro stacker here. I guess I was the only one stacking but should probably stop.

I put a large cup of water on top of my MacBook once, and then I could see a ring on my laptop screen where I put it down. It was so annoying. My guess was that it pressed into the back of the screen. Don’t stack anything on the back of your Mac.

FMRWin10Boy said:

Wow not a single pro stacker here. I guess I was the only one stacking but should probably stop.

You can stack a little (probably more on MBP than MBA) but then we’re talking about your cellphone, some magazines or a paperback book. You shouldn’t make a habit out of it though and definitely not put heavy stuff on it. And to be honest, you’ll rarely be in a situation where you have to stack stuff on your MacBook, so why would you do it?

FMRWin10Boy said:

I haven't seen this discussed anywhere, and was wondering if it's OK to stack things (books, keyboards, etc...) on top of a closed lid MacBook Pro? I have a 14" MBP and always put things like multiple books on top of it.

I guess it doesn't hurt the computer?

Does anyone know the weight limit? Do you also stack things on your MBP?

Thank you!

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I wouldn't. It's an almost $2k computer.

Don’t do this. The weight will push the screen against the keyboard and can cause damage. apple has really tight tolerances on their devices. You also can damage the hinge.

Not sure why you would ever want to do this. Maybe get one of those 1” monitor raisers. Then you can slide the MBP underneath and stack all the books you want on the shelf.

Don't run your car over it either, in case you were wondering.

Graham Caracas said:

Don't run your car over it either, in case you were wondering.

Sure, now you tell me.

also, does it blend?

I used to store my coffee on top my retired intel MBP.

A surefire way to keep a mug toasty.

Graham Caracas said:

Don't run your car over it either, in case you were wondering.

I've actually done this once...

SpotOnT said:

Don’t do this. The weight will push the screen against the keyboard and can cause damage. apple has really tight tolerances on their devices. You also can damage the hinge.

Just last week I had one of my MacBook Pros into Apple for a keyboard/top cover replacement. Upon picking it up, I noticed the screen had cracked near the bottom/hinge. These things are insanely fragile. Fortunately, Apple is repairing without hassle.

Scott M said:

I've actually done this once...

How did it turn out?

Only thing I ever set on top of it is an iPad, and even then rarely.

Keep in mind that packing it too tightly in a backpack can have the same effect.

CarAnalogy said:

Keep in mind that packing it too tightly in a backpack can have the same effect.

This.

The secret code for the stacking question is searching for "key imprint". And there you will see the "but I just put it in my backpack with all my books and papers! Sure, I had a lot of books, but...".

And if you have one of those snap-on webcam blockers, just asking for trouble with stacking, backpacks.

BeatCrazy said:

Upon picking it up, I noticed the screen had cracked near the bottom/hinge. These things are insanely fragile.

Eh. Had a Dell back in the stone-age that developed the same problem, and that one was built like a tank. Never had that with a Mac.

Guess royal we have a tendency to flip up the lid quickly and or until feel the hard stop, adding a little extra flex into it. Pushing from one side vs center might add some extra stress as well.