Questions tagged [macbook]
Questions about the Apple MacBook family of laptops.
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Can't detect my bluetooth mouse/keyboard in my second macbook
I have two macbook laptops (personal and work)
I can detect Bluetooth mouse & keyboard in my personal macbook. (M2)
I can't detect them in my work laptop. (OS: Ventura, Intel)
When I open my ...
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MacOS displaylink flux not working on external screens
I have an Apple M2 Macbook Pro and a dual external monitor setup with a DisplayLink manager adapter. When I try to enable f.lux on two external monitors the colors are not changing and it's always ...
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Why am I unable to sudo past permissions on the “~/Library/Application Support/MobileSync” directory in macOS?
If I run this I get Operation not permitted:
ls -al ~/Library/Application\ Support/MobileSync
This is off limit to safeguard the backup, but it is owned by me, hence I should be able to run this to ...
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I have a MacBook Pro 2016 just updated to Sonoma then it went into Bootkicker.efi Openshell.efi Reset NVRAM I’ve tried everything nothing has worked
My MacBook Pro has the update Sonoma before the update there were absolutely no problems.
But since the update I can’t get it to boot in recovery mode it keeps going to BootKicker.efi.
Then when I do ...
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Can you upgrade the SSD of an M1 MacBook Air?
Is there a non-manufacturer way to upgrade the SSD storage of a M1 MacBook Air (2020)?
If so, how large?
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Open file/folder with (Shortcut / Quick Action) for VS Code, Git Kraken
I was wondering if there is a way to have a shortcut similar to the Windows context menu for Git Kraken and Visual Studio Code, but on Mac OS (as a quick action) to easily open files or folders (...
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CalDigit TS3 Plus causing WiFi packet loss
I've got a Macbook Pro connected to a CalDigit TS3 plus. The Macbook has an internet connection over WiFi, and a local non-internet connection via ethernet on the CalDigit. What I've noticed is that ...
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Re-installation of macOS Ventura fails on MacBook Pro 16-inch (Apple M2 Pro)
I am trying to re install my MacOS Ventura on my MacBook Pro 16-inch (Apple M2 Pro) but it fails.
I have erased my hard disk after encountering a problem. I used “Disk Utility” to erase it and ...
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XCode and Simulator suddenly crashed and froze my Macbook
I am using a MacBook Pro 13-inch 2020 (i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) and using Xcode and Simulator to build my first app. However, when I run the Simulator, my MacBook freezes, and I can't do anything other ...
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Unreasonably high ping on Macbook Pro
I have issues which I am experiencing for more than a year now. Sometimes I can see that connection is just too slow. When I open bash and ping a random website in the country, I can see that ping is ...
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Macbook Pro 2019 Core i9 can fry an egg
I have a Macbook Pro 2019 with Core i9-9980HK.
It's a good machine but something that bothers me is , the fan is always on and screaming.
I tried a lot of things to improve it :
Opened its cover and ...
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Macbook Offcie 365 get stuck in the opening page
I have Office 365 installed on my Mac (Mac Ventura). For some reason, starting recently, I can't use any of the office applications. Whenever I open a file, be it Word or Excel or PowerPoint, it get ...
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I found two black spot on my MacBook Air screen. Is that a defective pixel?
I'm using MacBook Air A2337 since 2022. Just about a week ago, I noticed a black spot on my laptop's screen. Yesterday I found another one. I also tried to boot my laptop in safe mode. The spot is ...
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Does Mac OS accept colon ( : ) in filename? [duplicate]
I'm looking for illegal characters in filenames for Mac OS. I'm getting mixed answers about colon ( :)
Here it's saying Mac OS X does accept colon.
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No bluetooth adapters avaliable | Arco Linux
I'm using an a1369 macbook air, running kde plasma. Bluedevil outputs No bluetooth adapters avaliable, and blueman is also disfunctional.
I saw https://forums.linuxmint.com/viewtopic.php?t=381073 this ...
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Google Drive App Not Downloading Files (MacOS)
I have a folder in my Windows PC that is synced with Google Drive. I downloaded the google drive app on my macbook, found the folder I was interested and selected "available offline". ...
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MacBook Pro - how do I stop DVD player from autoplaying?
I've tried the following to disable this behaviour:
System Preferences -> CDs & DVDs -> When you insert a video DVD: set to Ignore (actually moved all of them to Ignore)
Neither of these ...
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Macbook Pro mid 2014 battery lasting only 2/3 hours (300 cycles)
I just can't figure out why my battery is draining so fast, using it only for browsing/watching videos.
Any idea?
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Why is my Windows laptop reseeting file permission when I write to a file on a drive mapped to my macbook across same LAN?
When my Windows laptop writes to a file in a drive mapped to my macbook, on the same LAN, it changes the permission of the file
from "-rwxrwxrwx" to "-rw-------" which means I must ...
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Lagging/Slow/Framerate drops MacBook Pro 13' mid 2014
I bought a used MacBook Pro Retina mid 2014, and I have installed VENTURA via OpenCore Legacy.
The MacOS often freezes. Simple operations lead take considerable time to load, and its nearly impossible ...
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How to delete mac apps like "news" "maps" on Macbook Air M2? These files show up with the "locked" option faded out (no access)
(1) Looking to delete apps on new macbook air M2 that I don't use. Maps/News/Etc. Please provide clear instructions if you know.
(2) Also some files appear locked (the locked isn't checked, but faded ...
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How to set vnc use adapted screen resolution on client machine?
I'm connecting from my windows 11 machine to a macbook, so I'm using tigervnc client, as it looks using vnc is the only options, there is no screen sharing app like in mac.
But the problem is the ...
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Mac Dual Monitor without apple menu bar and Prevent Second monitor to go black while one is fullscreen, is possible?
I spend long hours working on my macbook and usually use a second monitor on which I put youtube videos (fullscreen) to pass the time while I work.
It has always bothered me that the apple menu bar ...
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Dual monitor setup for M2 Pro MacBook Pro (2023) and windows laptop?
Recently purchased M2 Pro MacBook Pro (2023)and I’m looking for a one cable for all solution to connect to dual displays with charging via a usb C/thunderbolt 4 port.
At work they have USB-C docks ...
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Screwdriver to open Macbook 15" / 2017
What is the exact model of the screwdriver to open the Macbook Pro 15" from 2017 ? I tried some but none worked.
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Is there an eraser tool to get rid of sketch in Preview?
I use Macbook Preview to add annotate and it annoys me that whenever use the freehand sketch tool in the tool bar to write something, I can't get rid of it. Am I missing something here?
For example, ...
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Mac OS 10.9 Can not get a copy of Mojave 10.14 to install through the App store non-corrupt install image
I've been getting update images but they're from the Apple support pages all are saying corrupted. I can login fine to my Apple account but when I go to the App store the login never works, for Mac ...
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Macbook Pro 13" (2014) running Boot Camp won't wake from sleep
I recently installed Boot Camp on my Macbook. The Assistant installed all the appropriate drivers and it's been great. However, when I close the lid (or just press the sleep button in power options), ...
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Linux on external hd with Mac - Device for boot loader installation
I have a Macbook Pro 2019 and I want to use Linux Ubuntu with it. My idea is to install Linux into a external HD and plug via USB whenever I want to use Linux.
I was wondering if I select "Device ...
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Remap MX Keys Right Option/Control to Right Command on Mac
I have a Macbook Pro M1 and use Polish layout to input Polish diacritics (łąęóńśćź) which are input using Right Option key + {key} on Macbook's internal keyboard. I have a Logitech MX Keys external ...
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macbook 16 pro remap key "Y" to key "Z"
I would like to remap key "y" to key "z" on my map. So on keyboard I would have Y and it would write Z and vice versa.
I don't want to change keyboard input source or language ...
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How do I figure out why one host is so slow writing to another host on LAN?
I have 3 devices on my LAN, all using wired connections:
MacBook Air
Lenovo ThinkCentre (running Ubuntu Server 22.04)
Raspberry Pi
I am using the ThinkCentre as a home server, and want to write ...
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Is it possible to boot MacBook’s disk in target disk mode through a Mac mini/Mac Studio but use the MacBook’s display?
I have a MacBook which isn't very powerful. I like to use it normally outside my home, but in my home I would like to use a Mac mini or Mac Studio. However, I still want to boot from the MacBook.
I ...
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What can cause a MacBook LCD screen to become almost completely white (not white screen of death)?
On my MacBook Pro Retina 15'' (Mid 2015 - A1398), a "service" store replaced the battery and since then, the screen stopped working normally. It starts almost totally white (however ...
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M1 Max MBP external 4k Monitor via DisplayLink Hub looks blurry/fuzzy?
I have the MBP M1 Max and a DIsplayLink Hub connected to a 4k BenQ monitor and it looks blurry and the text is not clear.
I've recently switched from Windows and my BenQ monitor was super clear there.
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macOS: Quit the program properly
If I click on the red symbol in the top left corner on Mac, the programs do not always close completely. In most cases I have to right click in the "Dock" and exit there. How can I set it so ...
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Macbook Pro - turn off USB devices on sleep
I have a Macbook Pro 2017, running Ventura.
Is there a way to stop the usb ports supplying power after sleep, on a Macbook Pro ?
My issue is, i have some instruments plugged on the usb ports and they ...
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tar: Error exit delayed from previous errors
i have completed the following steps.
pip install sense2vec==1.0.2
wget https://github.com/explosion/sense2vec/releases/download/v1.0.0/s2v_reddit_2015_md.tar.gz
for the third command it throws ...
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MacBook Pro Apple M1 disconnecting from FRITZ!Box 7490
I use
PC:
Device: MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020)
OS: 12.6 (21G115) Monterey
Ethernet adapter: Satechi ST-TCMA2M USB C
Router:
AVM FRITZ!Box 7490
Firmware: 07.29
Regardless do I connect with WIFI ...
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How can I toggle between Fn and function F-keys on Mac?
I've found this annoying problem where if I press function keys they don't perform as expected. F12 opens up Chrome's inspector while F11 just hides windows to show the desktop.
The only way I can ...
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How to share monitors and mouse/keyboard between a MBP (only USB C ports) and Windows desktop (only USB A ports)?
I have a MBP that only has USB C ports and a Windows PC that only has USB A ports (and a GPU with HDMI and DisplayPort outputs).
I have a docking station that has all the necessary ports to get my ...
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How to make Ventura run on the MacBook Air 2017?
Apple's official website for macOS Ventura, under the "See if your Mac can run macOS Ventura." section, states that Ventura is availible for "MacBook Air 2018 and later".
The ...
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MacBook Primary screen disabled after connected to external screen
I am having MacBook Pro Mid 2012 and I was connecting it to an external display but accidentally I miss placed something in the Display>Arrangement section
As in the image I click on the white bar ...
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Can I install Linux on a Macbook?
I would like to install Linux on a Macbook. There are several reasons for that: I like the design, keyboard, and tactile sensations Macbooks give, but I use Linux for both work and hobbies. So I'm ...
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MacBook Pro Late 2011 is working very very slow although the configuration is not that old
I received as a gift from a friend a late 2011 MacBook Pro he was using until not so long ago for video editing and worked fine for a long period of time.
But now, for some reason it is moving very ...
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Automatically pop up shortcuts for emoji and symbols in Google Chrome on MacBook
Sometimes I want to pop up emoji or symbols, but it's cumbersome because I need to right-click and then click “Emoji & Symbols.”
Is there some shortcut that automatically pops up emoji and symbols?...
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How to unplug a MacBook power connector (MagSafe) safely?
I just started to use a MacBook and the device uses a MagSafe magnetic adapter connector.
However, it is almost impossible to remove the magnetic connector from device "without damaging it".
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Mirroring Windows 11 screen to MacOS over local WiFi
I need to mirror the entire screen of a Windows PC to a MacBook over local WiFi. It would be great if I can do things on the Windows PC through the MacBook, but it's not entirely necessary. It should ...
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Closing MacBook lid to sleep with Amphetamine (Monterey)
Amphetamine is a fairly popular Mac program for keeping Macs awake (not sleeping). The program is also used to use MacBooks in "clamshell" mode; using the MacBook while closed with ...
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I want to make 32bit INF driver file to 64bit INF
I am reviving MacBook Pro 2006 Late and installed Windows 7 64 bit on that. But the ATi Mobility Radeon X1600 driver only have 32 bit driver so Windows refuses installing driver. It says no required ...
