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  1. J

    Consistent Finder Setup Layout Problem

    I am trying to get all Finder windows to: 1. open in List view (which I think I have solved); 2. have the same columns headings (which I can almost but not quite get); and 3. have the columns appear in the same position (which I cannot get and s maddening). The approach I have been using is...
  2. Sverkel

    Bluetooth issues and more

    After I updated to the latest version of MacOS Sequoia, my Mac is behaving completely crazy. 1. When I start it the startup sound doesn't come and the Mac boots up into some kind of recovery system and asks me to connect Bluetooth accessories. From here I can restart and be lucky that it starts...
  3. R

    Apple should switch some app names around

    On macOS, the file browser is called Finder. On all other systems, the file browser is called Files. I think the app for browsing files should be called Files. On all platforms, the app for finding stuff is called Find My. I think an app for finding stuff should be called Finder. Wouldn’t it...
  4. RazorBackXX

    Understanding Folder Size Differences Between rsync Zsh & Finder on macOS

    Hey My Friends, I’m working on a Zsh-based script in the macOS terminal, and I’ve hit a roadblock while trying to obtain precise file sizes for folders. I’m seeing discrepancies between the size reported in Finder and the size calculated via terminal commands, and this is critical for my app...
  5. UnlockHomes

    🎉 My macOS app: Typibara - a simple writing buddy that types with you. No Subscriptions, No AI, Just Typibara.

    Hey all! 👋 I’m excited to share an app I made — Typibara, a simple Mac app with one mission: to make your work/writing sessions just a little more fun! 😊 🌟Why Typibara?🌟 I’ve always enjoyed creating cute little art; it’s something I find relaxing. Not sure how many of you grew up with...
  6. Y

    How to mirror a MacBook Pro to two external monitors with different resolutions?

    Hi MacOS Community, I recently switched from Windows to a MacBook Pro and encountered an issue with mirroring displays. On Windows, I could mirror my screen to two external monitors while maintaining different resolutions for each monitor. However, I haven’t been able to achieve the same on...
  7. RazorBackXX

    Safari Browser not private by default anymore?

    hey fellas, I've never been more disappointed I always open my safari in private mode, all of Sonoma I did it all day long now on sequoia its gone along with the quick add to reading list. I went to options & there is no setting to make the default opening of safari go straight to private mode...
  8. Apple Knowledge Navigator

    Dark mode icons, a la iOS 18... Would you want them in macOS?

    If not, why not?
  9. Mr. 123

    Retroactive iTunes install on Ventura on an Intel Mac?

    I’m using iTunes (installed via retroactive) and am running Monterey on my iMac. It works very well and I don’t want to loose iTunes as the Music App is not good enough for managing a large collection IMO. My iMac has had some issues and I’m considering wiping the drive and reinstalling the OS...
  10. Batt4Christ

    Sequoia 15.1 "Legacy Extensions" incompatible (hp and Canon)

    My MBP just updated to MacOS 15.1 Beta (24B5046f) - and upon first start-up after the update, I was met with windows that mentioned Legacy extensions that would be incompatible with future updates to MacOS. Both mentioned extensions were printer-related (Canon and HP). Anyone know what's up...
  11. Q

    Move & Resize Mail app to top or bottom using keyboard shortcut do not work

    Move & Resize Mail app to top or bottom using keyboard shortcuts (Control+Globe+Up Arrow and Control+Globe+Down Arrow) do not do not work, but works selecting Window -> Move & Resize and select with the mouse Top or Bottom.
  12. RazorBackXX

    OS X macOS Game Mode vs. renice -20: Combining for better performance?

    "I'm trying to optimize game performance on my Mac and I'm curious about combining two different performance-boosting methods: 1. macOS Game Mode: I know this built-in feature prioritizes game performance when running full-screen. I think it allocates more system resources to the game, reduces...
  13. RazorBackXX

    macOS macOS Game Mode vs. renice -20: Combining for better performance?

    "I'm trying to optimize game performance on my Mac and I'm curious about combining two different performance-boosting methods: 1. macOS Game Mode: I know this built-in feature prioritizes game performance when running full-screen. I think it allocates more system resources to the game, reduces...
  14. Q

    How remove sshd-keygen-wrapper from firewall on macOS 10.15

    Hi, I removed sshd-keygen-wrapper from full disk access and everything in sharing is OFF. However, I can't remove sshd-keygen-wrapper from Firewall. Anyone knows how to solve this? Thanks.
  15. roxics

    Windows 10 is rough, I'm kind of regretting this.

    Still running my 2017 MacBook Pro with Monterey, but sadly my 2012 Mac Mini died on me this past February. Which was my main desktop for work. But it was getting long in the tooth anyway and I need to replace it. For years I've been thinking about just building another PC. I used to build them...
  16. Q

    Upgrade or fresh install

    Hi, From one version of macOS to another I always did a fresh install. However, on the iPhone is always made upgrades and everything always works fine. The question I ask is when migrating from macOS Sonoma to macOS Sequoia whether it is worth doing a fresh install or booting using the...
  17. TheSynchronizer

    Seriously? 8GB used to be enough.. it's becoming less and less the case

    That doesn't even add up near to 8GB :D Meanwhile, Apple still sells base models just shy off a thousand with 8GB equipped. I gotta say, owning this laptop since new it's probably frozen on me less than 10 times. So overall great stability.. however messages like these worry me for the future.
  18. J

    Help: iMac Pro 2017 won't boot

    UPD: I managed to solve the problem by creating a new volume (partition) on my internal drive where I installed the new macOS via recovery mode and was able to get into the system. Then moved all data/files to the new volume and deleted the old one. Everything is working now. Looks like the...
  19. A

    MP 1,1-5,1 opencore legacy patcher on macpro3,1

    hi, I'm trying to install an updated version of macos on my mac pro3,1 running dosdude's high sierra patch. MACpro3,1 early 2008 CPU 2X2,8 GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon RAM 24 GB 667 MHz DDR2 FB-DIMM SSD Graphic: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680 2048 MB I successfully installed catalina by dosdude but i can...
  20. J

    Apple is heading for a decline.

    The past 12 months really hasn’t been kind to Apple. The lawsuits, the steps back in their products and ecosystem as a result, one negative headline after another, struggling stocks. But on top of all that, Apple isn’t feeling exciting anymore. Now before you start keyboard mashing to say how...