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Is there any way to run 32 bit Apps inCatalina ?
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Making 32-bit programs work in Catalina is a pain in the neck and not future-proof. If you want to run that software, then you should run it in macOS Mojave or another operating system (like Windows on Boot Camp).
You can restore a backup from Time Machine if you have one or install macOS Mojave on a new APFS volume. If you tell me which route you would like to go, I can give you further help.
You can restore a backup from Time Machine if you have one or install macOS Mojave on a new APFS volume. If you tell me which route you would like to go, I can give you further help.
Still can run 32-bit apps in Catalina https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/still-can-run-32-bit-apps-in-catalina.2205908/
I think I will go with clean installation of Mojava and return to Catalina when I have to , And I don't have a backup.
I am only concerning about the System preferences setting I made in Catalina, How can i have the same setting on my OS now and move it to Mojava ?
I got Mojava installer from the App Store, this one : Mojave
Is that the right one ?
Yes, the App Store is the only source. Apple has a guide for installation on a separate APFS volume here: https://support.apple.com/HT208891.
No, I mean clean installation on Macintosh HD and downgrade to Mojava.
It's not just for the 32bit apps, I think my Mac (2018 13inch MBP) is running hotter then in Mojava.
And is there a way to have my current system preference setting the same when downgrading to Mojave ?
Then you just have to format the whole disk and install Mojave on it.
No. That is a time-consuming and error-prone process. You have to move over your files manually and set up the installation as new. Hence the phrase clean install.