Procession Tell me when it’s out

Part of macOS

MTLCompilerServiceGraphics compiler

○ Leave it

Prepares graphics code for games and apps.

What it is

Compiles graphics shaders. Busy briefly after installing or updating a game or app.

Why it might be busy

The first time a game or graphics app opens after an update. Usually a minute or two.

If you stop it

macOS starts it again straight away. Leave it.

The verdict

○ Leave it. Part of macOS, or something that starts again by itself. You never need to close these.

In Activity Monitor

  • MTLCompilerService
  • MTLAssetUpgraderD

From Procession’s guide, in the words the app shows.