# Solutions for Common Issues on macOS & Windows

This regularly updated troubleshooting collection provides fixes for nearly all common issues on macOS and Windows.

## Docs

- [3403F Error Code on Mac: What is it and How to Fix?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/3403f-error-code.html): You might meet the error code 3403F when you install a new macOS on your Mac. This article provides you with different ways to fix error code 3403F on your device.
- [How to Access Usr Folder on Mac: A Step By Step Guide](https://iboysoft.com/tips/access-usr-folder-mac.html): This article explains what is Mac usr folder and why it is hidden from users. Also, it tells you how to access usr folder on Mac.
- [[Solved] Allow Accessories to Connect Not Showing on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/allow-accessories-to-connect-not-showing.html): This article explains why Mac allows accessories to connect not showing on macOS Ventura/Sonoma and how to protect your Mac by disabling USB ports.
- [How to Fix An EFI System Partition Is Necessary to Start?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/an-efi-system-partition-necessary-start.html): A post summarizes useful methods to fix the error An EFI system partition is necessary to start on Windows, and tips to avoid the issue in the future.
- [[Fixed] 'An internet connection is required to install macOS'](https://iboysoft.com/tips/an-internet-connection-is-required-to-install-macos.html): Explains how to eliminate 'An internet connection is required to install macOS' when installing macOS Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, Catalina, Mojave, etc.
- [[Solved] APFS Disks May Not Be Used As Bootable Install Media](https://iboysoft.com/tips/apfs-disks-may-not-be-used-as-bootable-install-media.html): Read to know the causes and solutions for the 'APFS disks may not be used as bootable install media' error.
- [Fix 'File/App is damaged and cannot be opened' on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/app-is-damaged-and-cannot-be-opened.html): Explain the reasons behind the 'File or App is damaged and can't be opened. You should move it to the Trash.' error and ways to fix it.
- [Apple Partition Map vs. GUID: Which One is Better [Overview]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/apple-partition-map-vs-guid.html): This post compares Apple Partition Map vs. GUID (GUID Partition Map)  in similarities and differences. Tell you which one is better for hard drives.
- [ApplicationsStorageExtension High CPU on Mac? Here's the Fix](https://iboysoft.com/tips/applicationsstorageextension-high-cpu-on-mac.html): Read to learn the simplest way to fix ApplicationsStorageExtension high CPU on Mac.
- [How to Fix The backup disk image could not be created on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/backup-disk-image-could-not-be-created.html): A guide helps Mac users to fix the error that The backup disk image could not be created on Mac Time Machine.
- [Best Email Client for Mac Here, Pick Up Your Favorite!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/best-email-client-for-mac.html): This post compares the most popular email clients for Mac from multiple dimensions, and pick up 6 best email clients for macOS, it introduces the main features of each clients.
- [5 Best External Hard Drives for Your Mac 2024](https://iboysoft.com/tips/best-external-hard-drive-for-mac.html): This post will introduce the 5 best external hard drives for Mac to expand Mac capacity, back up Mac, and store large files.
- [Fix Mac Error Code 8003: Can't Empty/Delete from Trash](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cannot-empty-trash-mac-error-8003.html): This post provides effective methods to fix the error code 8003 when you attempt to delete entries from or empty the Trash.
- [Fixed! Can't Boot After Installing Extensions on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-boot-after-installing-extensions-mac.html): This post tells you how to fix Mac won't boot after installing extensions.
- [Can't Find macOS Mojave/Catalina/Big Sur in App Store?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-find-macos-mojave-in-app-store.html): When you want to install macOS Mojave/Catalina/Big Sur on your Mac but fail to find the macOS version in Mac App Store. This post will explain why you can't find macOS Mojave in App Store, plus how to
- [[Fixed] Can't Hide File & App Extensions on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-hide-extension-mac.html): This is a useful post that summarizes the best fixes to resolve the issue that you can't hide extensions on Mac, and tells you the reasons.
- [Can't Install Any Apps on External SSD Mac! How to Fix?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-install-apps-external-ssd-mac.html): A post summarizes the most effective methods to fix the issue that you can't install any apps on the external drives on Mac.
- [Can't Open Trash on Mac, Why & How to Fix](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-open-trash-mac.html): Read to learn why you can't open Trash on Mac and how to fix the trouble. Mac Trash won't open, how to empty it or put back deleted files?
- [Can't Open WPS Files on Mac? Fix It in 5 Minutes!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-open-wps-file-mac.html): A post summarizes how to open WPS files on Mac and how to fix the issue when you can't open WPS files on Mac.
- [Fixed! Can't Rename External Hard Drive on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-rename-external-hard-drive-mac.html): This post provides some proven methods to fix can’t rename external hard drive on Mac issue. The reasons could be read-only permission, non-admin account, disk errors, etc.
- [Can't Rename Files & Folders on Mac, Reasons & Fixes](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-rename-file-mac.html): Reasons why you can't rename files on Mac and efficient solutions available.
- [[Solutions] Can't Save QuickTime Screen Recording on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-save-quicktime-screen-recording.html): Can't save QuickTime screen recording? Here is how to find the unsaved screen recording or save/export the QuickTime recording that you can't save through File > Save.
- [Can't Search External Hard Drive on Mac? Try These Fixes!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cant-search-external-hard-drive-mac.html): Explain the reasons why you can't earch external hard drive on Mac and 4 proven ways to fix it.
- [How to install macOS Catalina on VirtualBox on Windows?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/catalina-vritualbox-windows.html): This post is a complete guide to help you install macOS Catalina on VirtualBox on Windows.
- [How to Change the Icon of a Drive on Mac [Step-by-Step]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/change-drive-icon-mac.html): If you want to tell different drives apart, you can change the default hard drive icons on Mac. Follow this guide to customize the drive icons on Mac.
- [Change Apple And Third-Party Extension for Your Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/change-extensions-settings-on-mac.html): This article explains how to use the Extensions settings to enable and disable both Apple and third-party extensions on your Mac and how to choose which extensions to add to the Share menu.
- [Change Zsh to Bash on macOS Ventura/Monterey/Big Sur/Catalina](https://iboysoft.com/tips/change-zsh-to-bash-mac.html): This post guide you to change the default shell from zsh to bash on Mac step by step. You can switch from zsh to bash on macOS Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina after reading.
- [How to Know If Your Mac/External Drive Is Encrypted?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/check-encryption-status-mac.html): This post tells how to check the encryption status on your Mac, including the startup volume, non-startup volume, internal drive, and external drive.
- [How to Check A or Multiple Folder Sizes on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/check-folder-size-mac.html): Read to learn how to check a folder size on your Mac, how to calculate multiple folder sizes on Mac, and how to find largest folder on Mac.
- [Google Chrome Update Damages some macOS File System](https://iboysoft.com/tips/chrome-damages-macos-file-system.html): A serious macOS corruption happened to Hollywood studios whose Mac Pros refuse to reboot and crash Monday. Later it was confirmed by Google that a recent Google Chrome update is the culprit.
- [Clone VS Time Machine Backup: Are There Any Differences?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/clone-vs-time-machine-backup.html): This post guides you to figure out the differences between disk clone and Time Machine backup on your computers, therefore, you can choose the most suitable way to make a full backup of the files.
- [What is com.apple.quarantine | Remove com.apple.quarantine](https://iboysoft.com/tips/com-apple-quarantine.html): Learn what com.apple.quarantine is, how to check or remove com.apple.quarantine, the meaning of 'no such xattr: com.apple.quarantine,' and how to retore the attribute.
- [Copy And Paste Not Working On Mac, Get 7 Quick Solutions!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/copy-and-paste-not-working-mac.html): Why is copy and paste not working on Mac? This article will explain the reasons and put together 7 methods to fix copy and paste not working on Mac.
- [[Multiple Ways]How to Copy and Paste on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/copy-and-paste-on-mac.html): This post will explain how to copy and paste on Mac in different ways. Whether you want to keep the format or not, you can find the solutions here.
- [How to Copy a File/Directory in macOS Terminal? (cp command)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/copy-file-macos-terminal.html): This article explains how to copy a file or directory in macOS Terminal using the cp command, with detailed examples.
- [Fix Could not find installation information for this machine](https://iboysoft.com/tips/could-not-find-installation-information-for-this-machine.html): Learn 4 solutions to the 'Could not find installation information for this machine. Contact AppleCare.' error on Mac, which you may encounter when reinstalling OS X or macOS.
- [[Fixed] 'Could not load the macOS boot volume' on Bootcamp](https://iboysoft.com/tips/could-not-locate-the-macos-boot-volume.html): Bootcamp says 'Could not load the macOS boot volume.' on Windows 10 or other versions when switching from Windows to Mac? Here are the reasons and fixes.
- [[Fixed] CR3 & NEF Files Previews Not Working macOS Sequoia](https://iboysoft.com/tips/cr3-preview-not-working-mac.html): If you can't preview CR3 or NEF images on your Mac, here we summarizes best fixes to help you.
- [Create Linux, Mac, Windows 11/10 Bootable USB from ISO Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/create-bootable-usb-from-iso-mac.html): This post provides 4 ways to create a bootable USB from ISO on Mac. You can use them to make bootable USB on Mac for Windows 11, Windows 10, macOS or Linux.
- [Create Files of Specific Size on Mac[Step-by-step Guide]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/create-file-specific-size-mac.html): A tutorial to teach Mac users to create files with a specific size on Mac and how to create a new file the most quickly on Mac.
- [How to Create Windows 10 Bootable USB on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/create-windows-10-bootable-usb-on-mac.html): It tells three ways to create Windows 10 bootable USB on Mac, including Disk Utility, BootCamp Assistant, and Terminal.
- [Createinstallmedia Command Not Found (Sequoia/Earlier) Fixed](https://iboysoft.com/tips/createinstallmedia-command-not-found.html): If you get the error 'createinstallmedia: command not found' when creating a bootable macOS installer for Sequoia, Sonoma, Ventura, Monterey, Big Sur, or earlier, use these solutions to fix it.
- [csrutil disable Not Working | Can't Disable SIP on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/csrutil-disable.html): csrutil disable not working on Mac? Here are the common errors and how to disable System Integrity Protection on Mac with csrutil disable.
- [Decompression Failed on Mac: What Does it Mean & How to Fix](https://iboysoft.com/tips/decompression-failed-mac.html): Learn what the error 'Decompression failed' mean on Mac and 4 ways to resolve it.
- [How to Delete Duplicate Photos in the Photos App and on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/delete-duplicate-photos-on-mac.html): Learn an easy way to delete duplicate photos in the Photos app and on Mac, and why there are duplicate photos on Mac.
- [[Fixed] How to Delete Language Files on Mac/MacBook?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/delete-language-files-mac.html): Guides to learn how and why to delete language files on Mac to free up more storage space, and how to delete app and language files together.
- [How to Delete Photos Only from Mac/MacBook But Not iCloud](https://iboysoft.com/tips/delete-photos-from-mac-but-not-icloud.html): Follow this post to learn how to delete photos only from your Mac but not from iCloud. Delete photos from your Mac while keeping them in iCloud.
- [How to Fix Deleted File Reappearing on Mac and Windows?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/deleted-file-keeps-reappearing.html): You may encounter scenarios where a file or folder which you deleted keeps reappearing on your device. This article will analyze why the deleted file or folder keeps reappearing and how to fix it.
- [Desktop Files/Folders being Renamed Themselves, Why & Fix](https://iboysoft.com/tips/desktop-file-names-change-themselves-to-random-characters.html): Read to learn why your desktop file names change themselves to random characters and follow the ways to fix it.
- [(Steps)How to Disable FileVault on Mac in Terminal/Recovery?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/disable-filevault-mac.html): This post explains how to disable FileVault on Mac the usual way, in Terminal, or from recovery mode. It also describes what to do if you can't turn off filevault on Mac.
- [Which Is the Best Disk Format for Time Machine?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/disk-format-for-time-machine.html): A guide to help you to choose the right and the best disk formats or file systems for Time Machine backup, including the steps to format drive to APFS on Mac.
- [Fix 'The Following Disk Images Couldn't be Opened' on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/disk-images-couldnt-be-opened-mac.html): Fix the error message 'The following disk images couldn't be opened' when opening a disk image on Mac. Fix the disk image that is corrupted on Mac.
- ['This Disk is Locked' when Reinstalling macOS in Recovery](https://iboysoft.com/tips/disk-is-locked-mac.html): Getting 'This disk is locked' when reinstalling macOS in Recovery Mode? Here's the cause and the solutions to fix 'This disk is locked' error on a MacBook or desktop Mac.
- [How to Check Disk Speed On Mac?(Best 4 Speed Test Software)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/disk-speed-test-mac.html): This post explains what is disk speed test on Mac and recommends the best 4 speed test software for Mac. Besides, it provides tricks to speed up your Mac.
- [How to Prevent Creedence Cryptex Disk Appearing on Desktop](https://iboysoft.com/tips/disks-called-creedence-cryptex-appear-on-desktop.html): Read to learn how to prevent disks called Creedence Cryptex keeping appearing on the desktop of your Mac and what Creedence Cryptex disks are.
- [Fixed! Dock and Finder Issues After Sequoia 15.4 Update](https://iboysoft.com/tips/dock-and-finder-issues-after-sequoia-15-4-update.html): This article provides a detailed explanation of multiple effective solutions to fix Dock and Finder problems caused by the Sequoia 15.4 update.
- [How to Download Directly to External Hard Drives on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/download-directly-to-external-hard-drive-mac.html): This post shows you how to download directly to external hard drives on a Mac from Chrome, Safari, and FireFox.
- [El Capitan 10.11 Full Installer DMG Download [Direct Link]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/download-el-capitan-dmg.html): Here's how to download the OS X 10.11 El Capitan full installer DMG file directly from Apple and how to create a bootable USB installer with it.
- [Free Download Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite DMG without App Store](https://iboysoft.com/tips/download-mac-os-yosemite-dmg.html): Here's the direct link to download Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite DMG file for Windows or macOS and the steps to clean install Yosemite on your Mac.
- [8 Best Duplicate File Finder/Remover for Mac in 2024](https://iboysoft.com/tips/duplicate-file-finder-mac.html): This tutorial offers the best duplicate file finder for Mac and tells you how to find and delete duplicate files on your Mac.
- [Enable or Disable Optimize Mac Storage on macOS Sonoma](https://iboysoft.com/tips/enable-disable-optimize-mac-storage.html): This post explains the iCloud feature Optimize Mac Storage plus what happens when you turn on/off the feature. Follow the steps to enable or disable Optimize Mac Storage on macOS Sonoma and earlier.
- [Enter a password to unlock the disk 'Macintosh HD' (Removed)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/enter-a-password-to-unlock-the-disk-macintosh-hd.html): This article tells you why and how to remove 'Enter a password to unlock the disk 'Macintosh HD' and 'Enter a password to unlock the disk 'Macintosh HD - Data'.
- [Erase a Disk Using Terminal on Mac(Step by Step)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/erase-disk-using-terminal.html): This article guides you on how to erase a disk using Terminal. Detailed steps are introduced in this post, aiming to help you erase a disk successfully.
- [How to Resolve Unexpected USB Error Code 0 on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/error-code-0.html): When copying lots of data and files to a USB drive, you may encounter the copy error code 0 problem on Mac. This post tells you the reasons and how to fix the copy error code 0 on Mac.
- [Solve Error Code 100093 On Mac With Effective Methods](https://iboysoft.com/tips/error-code-100093-mac.html): Some users run into a message saying 'The operation can’t be completed because an unexpected error occurred (error code 100093).' on Mac devices. This post tells you how to get it fixed effectively!
- [[Fixes] How to Format exFAT to FAT32 on Mac/Windows](https://iboysoft.com/tips/exfat-to-fat32.html): A tutorial to format or convert exFAT to FAT32 on macOS and Windows, and how to check the format of the drive.
- [exFAT vs. NTFS: Which is Better for Your Drive](https://iboysoft.com/tips/exfat-vs-ntfs.html): Compare exFAT and NTFS for Windows, Mac, external SSDs, USB drives in speed, security, reliability, and more, then choose the right format for your use case.
- [External Startup Disk Not Working on Mac: How to Fix It?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/external-startup-disk-not-working.html): This post will explain why your external startup disk is not working and provide detailed methods to help you fix it.
- [Solved! Failed to Open a Connection to the Device (-21345)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/failed-to-open-a-connection-to-the-device-21345.html): Read to know why Failed to open a connection to the device (-21345) occurs on your Mac and how to solve this problem.
- [What is FAT32 Max File Size & Workaround to Bypass the Limit](https://iboysoft.com/tips/fat32-max-file-size.html): Read to learn what is the FAT32 max file size and how to bypass the FAT32 size limit. Compare FAT32, exFAT, and NTFS max file size.
- [Receive Finder Quit Unexpectedly Error? Try These Fixes!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/finder-quit-unexpectedly.html): This post concludes some working solutions to help you fix the finder quit unexpectedly error so that you can use the file manager as normal on your Mac.
- [Finder Sidebar Is Missing, Why & How to Get It Back](https://iboysoft.com/tips/finder-sidebar-missing.html): Guide to restore the Finder sidebar that's missing, including the Finder sidebar not showing Favorites, locations, etc. Why Finder sidebar missing?
- [How to Use and Manage Finder Tabs on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/finder-tabs.html): This article tells you how to open and use Finder tabs on Mac computers. Also, it helps you make the most of the Finder tabs.
- [How to Perform Fimeware Update on All Mac Models?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/firmware-update-macbook-air.html): If you're looking for a firmware update guide for your MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, iMac, Mac Pro, Mac Studio, etc, you've in the very post, which walks you through  completing this task.
- [A Software Update is Required to Connect to iPhone, How to Fix?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/fix-a-software-is-required-to-connect-to-iphone.html): Read to know why a software update is required to connect to iPhone and how to fix a software update is required to connect to iPhone in 4 ways.
- [Fix Error “We Couldn't Update System Reserved Partition”](https://iboysoft.com/tips/fix-error-we-couldnt-update-system-reserved-partition.html): If you encounter the error message that we couldn’t update system reserved partition while updating Windows, you can get the easy solution in this post.
- [Error 702 Prompts While Updating to macOS Ventura/Monterey/Big Sur](https://iboysoft.com/tips/fix-macos-ventura-installer-error-702.html): This post elaborates on the macOS Ventura installer error 702, it explains the possible causes for the error 702 and provides proven methods to fix error 702 for a success macOS installation.
- [No View Option In Disk Utility On Mac: Solved!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/fix-no-view-option-in-disk-utility-on-mac.html): This post guides you exploring why there is no View option in Disk Utility and addressing this issue with effective solutions!
- [[Solved]UNTRUSTED_CERT_TITLE Error During macOS Reinstallation](https://iboysoft.com/tips/fix-untrusted-cert-title-in-macos.html): Incorrect system time and date will trigger the UNTRUSTED_CERT_TITLE error when you are reinstalling macOS.
- [Full Disk Access not Working on Mac, How to Fix?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/full-disk-access-mac-not-working.html): A post tells Mac users the reasons and fixes of Full Disk Access not working on Mac.
- [Help! Hard Drive Keeps Renaming Itself on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/hard-drive-keeps-renaming-itself-mac.html): A tutorial guide Mac users to slove the hard drive keeps renaming itself on Mac and the reasons behind it.
- [How to Hide External Drive from Mac Desktop](https://iboysoft.com/tips/hide-external-drive-from-mac-desktop.html): This post provide step-by-step tutorial for you to hide external hard drives from your Mac desktop. Besides, you can also know how to show up external hard drive on the Mac.
- [How to Add a Folder to Finder Sidebar for Quick Access](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-add-a-folder-to-finder-sidebar.html): It tells how to add a folder or file to Finder Sidebar for quick access and how to rearrange Finder sidebar items.
- [How to Add Dropbox to Finder on Mac? (Step-by-Step)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-add-dropbox-to-finder-on-mac.html): This article offers two ways to add Dropbox to the Finder sidebar on any Mac, including changing settings and manually dragging and dropping.
- [How to burn a CD on My MacBook Pro? (Stepwise Guide)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-burn-cd-mac.html): This article tells you how to burn files on a CD on MacBook Pro and how to burn a CD in Music on MacBook Pro.
- [How to Change Folder Color and Icon on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-change-folder-color-or-icon-mac.html): ll your newly created folders on Mac will have a default blue color. Do you want to use a different color for your Mac folders? This article tells you how to change color of folder on Mac with ease.
- [How to Check Space on SD Card on Mac? [Top 4 Ways]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-check-space-sd-card-mac.html): Guides to learn how to check space on SD card on Mac with the built-in tools and how to free up SD card space on Mac.
- [How to Check Storage on PC (Best 8 Fixes)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-check-storage-pc.html): A tutorial to check storage space on Windows and what to do when the storage is full on your PC.
- [How to Create a Folder on Mac and Organize Files?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-create-new-folder-on-mac.html): A comprehensive guide to how to create a folder on Mac with 5 effective methods, along with tips to organize files in folders.
- [How to Create a Shortcut on a Mac [Step by Step Guide]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-create-shortcuts-mac.html): How to create a shortcut on a Mac? This post will help you create shortcuts on your Mac with a detailed guide. Ways to share and delete shortcuts are covered.
- [How to Create A Signature or A .sig File on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-create-signature-file-mac.html): Here's what you need to know to create a signature file on Mac.
- [How to Crop Photos on Mac/MacBook? [Top 4 Solutions]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-crop-a-photo-on-mac.html): This post teaches you how to crop a photo on Mac/MacBook by using Preview, Photo, Quick Look, and the tool iBoysoft MagicMenu.
- [How to Defrag a Mac (and Is the Mac Defragmentation Necessary)?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-defrag-a-mac.html): Read to learn how to defrag a Mac, including when to make Mac defragment hard drive and alternatives to defrag Mac hard drive.
- [How to Delete a File or Directory in Terminal? Step by Step](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-delete-a-file-terminal.html): This article tells you how to delete a file or directory in Terminal, and how to delete multiple files in Terminal.
- [How to Delete Files from iCloud (2024 Updated Best Ways)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-delete-files-icloud.html): Guides to learn how to delete files from iCloud with 5 steps one by one, and some tips to manage iCloud storage on your Mac.
- [How to Delete Mail Storage on Mac to Free Up Space?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-delete-mail-storage-on-mac.html): This post walks you through checking how much space Mail is using, how to find Mail downloads and attachment, and how to delete Mail storage on Mac to free up space.
- [How to Delete .Part Files on Both Mac and Windows?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-delete-part-file.html): A post summarizes the methods to delete .part files on Mac and Windows.
- [How to Delete Photos from iCloud?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-delete-photos-from-icloud.html): Read to know how to delete Photos from iCloud in efficient ways.
- [How To Enable Third-Party Extensions On macOS Sonoma?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-enable-third-party-extensions-on-macos-sonoma.html): This post is for people who know nothing about how to enable third-party extensions on macOS Sonoma.
- [How to Enter BIOS on a Mac [BIOS Equivalent on Mac]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-enter-mac-bios.html): Learn whether Mac has BIOS or not, what the equivalent of BIOS on a Mac, and how to enter Mac BIOS.
- [How to Export/Import Notes from Mac [Step-by-Step Guide]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-export-notes-mac.html): A tutorial to learn how to export Notes on Mac, import files from Notes, and backup Notes on Mac.
- [[Multiple Ways]How to Find Downloads on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-find-downloads-on-mac.html): This post provides multiple ways to help you access downloads on Mac. You will know how to find downloads on Mac from the Go menu, Finder's sidebar, the Dock, in browsers, etc., after reading.
- [How to Hide Files and Folders on Mac (Step by Step)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-hide-files-folders-mac.html): No matter what your reason for hiding your files or folders on Mac is, this article provides 7 methods to make your sensitive and important data invisible to others.
- [Import Photos from Camera to Mac in Multiple Ways](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-import-photos-from-camera-to-mac.html): This post provides multiple ways for you to import photos from camera to Mac. You can directly connect the camera or insert the camera’s SD card toimport photos into/outside the Photos app.
- [How to Install Mac OS on a Wiped Mac? Multiple Ways](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-install-mac-os-on-a-wiped-mac.html): How to install Mac OS on a wiped Mac is introduced in this article, focusing on Recovery Mode and USB installers.
- [How To Install macOS On A New SSD [2 Methods Included]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-install-macos-on-new-ssd.html): If you find a tutorial about how to install macOS on a new SSD, you've come to the right place. This article guides you to install macOS on a new SSD with detailing instructions. Just keep reading!
- [How to Install Software on a Mac? Here Come 5 Methods!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-install-software-on-a-mac.html): This article is a beautiful beginner guide for those who switch from other computer operating systems to macOS and wonder how to install software on a Mac.
- [How to Open .Bin Files on Mac | Extract .Bin files on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-open-bin-files-on-mac.html): This article explains how to open .bin files on Mac based on the data they containe and what .bin files are. You'll find different .bin file openers you can use on Mac.
- [How to Open EXE files on Mac - 3 Methods With/Without Wine](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-open-exe-files-on-mac.html): This article tells you how to open Windows EXE files on Mac using Wine, a vitural machine, or Boot Camp.
- [How to Open MSI Files on Mac | Free MSI Extractor for Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-open-msi-file-on-mac.html): This post explains what an MSI file is, how to open it on Mac with a free MSI extractor for Mac and a free MSI emulator for Mac.
- [Best Ways to Clean and Organize Your Mac Desktop](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-organize-mac-desktop.html): Read to know how to organize Mac desktop with macOS built-in functions. It also gives a guide on how to clean up desktop on Mac with the third-party Mac desktop organizers.
- [How to Rename a Flash Drive or Hard Drive on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-rename-flash-drive-mac.html): A guide helps Mac users to change the drive's name on Mac and some tips during renaming process.
- [[Steps] How to Restore A Single Photo from Time Machine?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-restore-a-single-photo-from-time-machine.html): This post tells you the steps to restore a single photo from Time Machine, where the photos are in the Time Machine backup, whether you should delete photos after Time Machine, etc.
- [How to Restore Keychain on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-restore-keychain-on-mac.html): Losing keychain data on Mac? Don't be upset, this post guides in restoring the keychains on Mac with all possible workarounds. You can restore keychains on Mac successfully with the help of this post.
- [How to Restore Mac to Previous Date [Comprehensive Guide]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-restore-mac-to-previous-date.html): If you want to restore your Mac to a previous date, check this post to restore Mac to an earlier date with or without Time Machine backup.
- [[Top 4 Ways] How to Save an Image on Mac in Different Ways?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-save-an-image-on-mac.html): A useful tutorial to tell how to save an image on Mac or MacBook, including saving those pictures that are set against saving.
- [How to Search a Document on a Mac?[3 Simple Ways Included]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-search-a-document-on-a-mac.html): This post provides you with three ways to search for a document on your Mac: Finder, Spotlight Search,  and key shortcuts. You can find the method that suits you best for quick access. Let's carry on!
- [How to See Clipboard History on Mac?[Top Methods]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-see-clipboard-history-mac.html): Guides to learn how to view clipboard history on Mac with 4 ways and how to fix Mac clipboard not working on Mac.
- [Mac Tips: How to Select Multiple Files on Your Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-select-multiple-files-on-mac.html): Read to learn how to select multiple files on Mac and how to select all on Mac whether the files are adjacent or not.
- [[3 Ways]How to Share Files between Users on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-share-files-between-users-on-mac.html): This post provides 3 ways to share files between users on Mac, including the Shared folder, Public folder, Drop Box, iCloud drive, etc. After reading, you know how to share files between Mac users.
- [How to Snap/Tile Windows in macOS Sequoia?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-snap-windows-in-macos-sequoia.html): This post tells multiple ways to help you snap windows in macOS Sequoia and earlier versions, after reading, you can apply them to tile windows on Mac.
- [[5 Ways Included] How To Sync Documents Between PC And Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-sync-docs-between-pc-and-mac.html): If you boot dual operating systems -- macOS and Windows OS on one device, knowing how to sync documents between a PC and a Mac is a must. Come in and this post explains how to accomplish such a task.
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- [How to Turn On a Mac (Covering All Mac Models)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-turn-on-a-mac.html): Read to know how to turn on a Mac, including turning on MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, Mac Pro, Mac Studio and Mac Mini.
- [Uninstall Honey from Safari/Chrome/Firefox on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-uninstall-honey.html): About how to uninstall Honey from Safari, Chrome, and Firefox on Mac in detailed steps. Completely remove the Honey extension from your Mac/MacBook.
- [How to Read Mac Formatted Drives on Windows [HFS+ & APFS]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/how-to-use-a-mac-formatted-hard-drive-on-windows.html): Having trouble reading Mac formatted hard drive on Windows? Use these free and paid tools to use HFS+ or APFS hard disks on Windows.
- [iBoysoft NTFS for Mac Supports macOS 12 Monterey](https://iboysoft.com/tips/iboysoft-ntfs-for-mac-supports-macos-12-monterey.html): Microsoft NTFS for Mac by iBoysoft has been updated and now supports reading and writing NTFS drives on macOS Monterey natively, quickly, and securely.
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- [What Does 'Ignore ownership on this volume' Mean on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/ignore-ownership-on-this-volume.html): Learn why the option 'Ignore ownership on this volume' is not there. what does it mean, and how to turn on/off 'Ignore ownership on this volume.'
- [In Order to Continue Installing, You Need to Be An Owner?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/in-order-to-continue-installing-you-need-to-be-an-owner.html): in order to continue installing, you need to be an owner, in order to continue installing you need to be an owner sequoia
- [Fix macOS Incompatible Disk Error Features not Supported](https://iboysoft.com/tips/incompatible-disk-features-not-supported-on-this-version-of-macos.html): Correctly reformat the disk to fix theerror incompatible disk this disk uses features that are not supported on this version of macOS after downgrading macOS or booting up from an external drive.
- [How to Fix Install Failed with Error Update not Found on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/install-failed-with-error-update-not-found.html): A post summarizes the best solutions to remove the install failed with error: update not found.
- [How to Convert InstallAssistant.pkg to ISO (Sequoia/Earlier)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/installassistant-pkg-to-iso.html): This article tells you how to convert InstallAssistant.pkg to ISO file on Mac and whether you can do it on Windows.
- [Installation Cannot Proceed Because the Installer is Damaged](https://iboysoft.com/tips/installation-cannot-proceed-because-the-installer-is-damaged.html): If you're trying to install macOS Ventura, Monterey, and Big Sur but fail with the error 'Installation cannot proceed because the installer is damaged,' check out these solutions.
- [[10 Ways] Installation Requires Downloading Important Content](https://iboysoft.com/tips/installation-requires-downloading-important-content.html): 3 ways to fix 'Installation of macOS could not continue. Installation requires downloading important content.' when reinstalling macOS and 7 ways to fix the error when updating macOS.
- [[Fixed] 'The installer disc could not be found.' on Bootcamp](https://iboysoft.com/tips/installer-disc-could-not-be-found-bootcamp.html): This post tells you why and 6 solutions to fix 'The installer disc could not be found.' on Bootcamp and solutions to fix 'Windows cannot be installed to this disk.'
- [[Fixed] Item Is Used by macOS and Cannot Be Opened](https://iboysoft.com/tips/item-is-used-by-macos-and-cannot-be-opened.html): Guide to fix the error 'Item is used by macOS and cannot be opened' with efficient solutions.
- [Loading Startup Options on Mac Not Working, What to Do?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/loading-startup-options-mac-not-working.html): This post tells you why loading startup options is not working on Mac, and some proven methods are provided.
- [Mac App Icons Crossed Out And Won't Run](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-app-icon-crossed-out.html): When you find an app icon on your Mac crossed-out, it means the Mac won’t run that app normally. Read this post to know the possible reasons and effective fixes for crossed-out Mac app icons.
- [[Fixed]macOS Creates Photos Library.photoslibrary](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-creates-photos-library-photoslibrary-every-restart.html): A post helps Mac users fix the issue that Mac creates Photos Library.photoslibrary every restart.
- [Disk Utility Stuck On Loading Disks Mac (10 Fixes & Reasons)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-disk-utility-not-loading.html): Guides to learn how to solve Mac Disk Utility not loading or stuck on loading disks with 10 useful methods and why does it happen.
- [[Solved] Mac Documents Folder Is Empty](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-documents-folder-is-empty.html): This post is a tutorial to tell you the reason why your Documents folder is suddenly empty on your Mac and how to fix it, including data recovery tips.
- [8 Best Mac File Managers in 2024 [Finder Alternatives]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-file-manager.html): Want to find more powerful Mac file managers than the default built-in Finder? Here are the eight best Mac file manager alternatives, their standout features, pros and cons, and price options.
- [5 Methods To Fix Mac Finder Search Not Showing Some Files！](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-finder-search-not-showing-files.html): Guess that you encounter the scenario that Mac Finder doesn't find the files you want but they are actually on your device. This post tells you how to solve this trouble with 5 effective methods.
- [How to Check Folder Size Using Terminal on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-how-to-check-folder-size-using-terminal.html): This article tells you how to check folder size using Terminal or other ways. Besides, you can learn how to check storage on Mac via Terminal.
- [[Fixed!]Mac Notification Center Not Working/Frozen/Stuck/Unresponsive](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-notification-center-not-working.html): This post elaborates on how to fix the Mac notification Center not working issue. Follow the steps provided by iBoysoft to make the frozen or unresponsive Mac notification center work again.
- [Fixed! Mac Option Key Not Working on/After Startup](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-option-key-not-working.html): This post provides possible solutions when the Mac Option key is not working on or after startup. Then, you can normally access the startup manager while booting and use related keyboard shortcuts.
- [Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah Download Free: ISO/DMG Full Installer](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-os-10-0-download.html): Download the Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah ISO or DMG full installer with the links in this guide and learn how to burn the Mac OS X 10.0 ISO file to a CD.
- [Mac OS DMG Download Full Installer: Latest Golden Gate](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-os-dmg-download.html): Here are direct links to download macOS DMG files for Golden Gate/Tahoe/Sequoia/Sonoma/Ventura/Monterey/Big Sur/Catalina/Mojave/High Sierra and old OS X full installers.
- [Download macOS Mojave 10.14.6 DMG Full Installer Directly](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-os-mojave-download-dmg.html): Here's the link to download macOS Mojave 10.14.6 full installer DMG file directly and how to create a bootable macOS Mojave DMG file yourself.
- [Put Hard Disks to Sleep When Possible on Mac, Enable or Not?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-put-hard-disks-to-sleep-when-possible.html): This post aims to let you understand the put hard disks to sleep when possible feature on macOS and answered whether you should enable it on Mac.
- [Mac Runs Slowly After Update? Here Are the Fixes!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-running-slow-after-update.html): This post talks about the issue Mac is running slow after update. And there are some proven methods to fix the problem and speed up your Mac.
- [Mac Running Slow? Try These Tricks to Speed Up It](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-running-slow.html): This post helps speed up your Mac that's running slow. And tell you the reasons why is your Mac running slow.
- [Mac Unable to check for updates [8 Fixes & Reasons]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-unable-check-for-updates.html): A guide helps Mac users solve the error message that Mac unable to check for updates with 8 solutions and the reasons behind it.
- [Intel/T2/M1/M2/M3 Mac Wipe and Reinstall Guide (Steps)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-wipe-and-reinstall.html): Here are three ways to wipe and reinstall macOS on Intel, T2, M1, M2, or M3 Apple Silicon Macs without losing data. Two of them teach you how to reinstall macOS from scratch.
- [Fixed! Mac Won't Boot After Deleting Windows Partition](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mac-wont-boot-after-deleting-windows-partition.html): This post tells how to fix the Mac won't boot issue after deleting the Windows partition using the Boot Camp Assistant.
- [How to Fix Mac/MacBook Folder Search Not Working？](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macbook-folder-search-not-working.html): The guide lists 6 methods to help you fix the MacBook folder search not working, including restarting Finder, updating macOS, rebuilding Spotlight Index, etc.
- [Guide for MacBook Pro Hard Drive Replacement[2009-2017]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macbook-pro-hard-drive-replacement.html): Guide of MacBook Pro hard drive replacement for models 2012/2015/2018/2019/2020 to an SSD, including its cost.
- [MacBook Software Update Not Working(Sequoia, Sonoma, etc.)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macbook-software-update-not-working.html): This post provides effective methods to troubleshoot MacBook Software Update not working issues, including Mac Software Update stuck, Update Now and Restart not working, Software Update keeps spinning
- [macOS Big Sur DMG Download & Creation (Full Installer)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-big-sur-download-dmg.html): This post guides you to download the macOS Big Sur DMG file step by step and precautions before downloading a Big Sur DMG.
- [macOS Big Sur ISO Download for VirtualBox/VMware](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-big-sur-iso.html): Here's how to download the macOS Big Sur ISO file for VirtualBox/VMware for free. This post also explains the steps to create a macOS Big Sur 11.7.10 ISO file yourself.
- [macOS Big Sur Update & Apple Silicon Transition: Implications for You](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-big-sur-update-and-apple-silicon-transition.html): Introducing the Mac’s Apple Silicon processor transition and the latest macOS 11 Big Sur, and how Apple custom silicon with industry-leading technologies affects you.
- [How to Install macOS Big Sur on VMware on Windows?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-big-sur-vmware.html): This post guides you to install macOS Big Sur on VMware on your Windows computer step by step. Then you can run macOS Big Sur on Windows 10/11.
- [How to Install macOS Catalina on VMware on Windows?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-catalina-vmware.html): This article explains how to install macOS Catalina on VMware on Windows PC with detailed steps and picture instructions .
- [macOS Clean Install VS Upgrade: Things You Should Know!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-clean-install-vs-upgrade.html): You certainly want to know whether it is better to clean install or upgrade macOS when a new macOS is released, and this article answers this problem with detail. You can click in for more information
- [macOS Could not Be Downloaded! How to Fix It?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-could-not-be-downloaded.html): A useful post summarizes the best methods to solve the issue that macOS could not be downloaded and explain the reasons behind.
- [Download macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 Full Installer DMG Direct](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-high-sierra-download-dmg.html): Here's the direct link to download macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 full installer DMG file and steps to install or reinstall macOS High Sierra from the DMG file.
- [macOS Monterey Download DMG 12.7.6 Full Installer](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-monterey-download-dmg.html): Get the direct download link for the macOS Monterey DMG file and learn how to create the latest version of the macOS Monterey DMG file yourself.
- [How to Move Home Folder to an External Drive on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-move-home-folder-to-external-drive.html): Sometimes, you just want to move your Home Folder on Mac to a separate or external drive. But you're confused about how to do it, don't worry, this article is going to provide you with ways.
- [Solved! macOS Sequoia Not Showing Up in Software Update](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-sequoia-not-showing-up.html): If you find macOS Sequoia not showing up in Software Update, you can try several solutions here to troubleshoot the issue.
- [macOS Sequoia Spotlight Bug & How to Fix it](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-sequoia-spotlight-bug.html): A Spotlight indexing bug is causing unusually high disk writes on macOS Sequoia. Learn how to stop it from using huge disk space and wearing your SSD out.
- [macOS Sequoia vs Sonoma: Features/Performance/Battery Life](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-sequoia-vs-sonoma.html): Learn the comparison between macOS Sequoia vs. Sonoma in features, performance, battery life, etc to help you decide whether it's worth upgrading.
- [These macOS Sonoma Features Are Unavailable on Intel Macs](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-sonoma-features-unavailable-on-intel-macs.html): Some of the macOS Sonoma features are only limited to Apple Silicon Mac. Read to know the macOS Sonoma features that are not available on Intel Macs.
- [[Fixed!] macOS Sonoma Won't Boot From An External Hard Drive](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-sonoma-wont-boot-from-an-external-hard-drive.html): Have you encountered the issue that macOS Sonoma won't boot from an external hard drive? If you have, you come to the right place. This article concentrates on how to fix that trouble.
- [Open Finder from Terminal on Mac & Open Terminal from Finder](https://iboysoft.com/tips/macos-terminal-open-finder.html): Learn how to open Finder from Terminal on Mac in different cases and how to open Terminal from Finder with two ways.
- [MBR vs GPT: Differences Between MBR and GPT Partition](https://iboysoft.com/tips/mbr-vs-gpt.html): MBR vs GPT, what is the difference, and which is better for your storage devices, especially HDD and SSD? Find the answers here.
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- [How to Move Files/Documents from iCloud to Mac (Quick Ways)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/move-files-from-icloud-to-mac.html): This post offers quick ways to move documents and files out of iCloud to Mac. Download all files from iCloud Drive and iCloud.com to Mac.
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- [How to Rename a File or Multiple Files in macOS Terminal?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/rename-file-macos-terminal.html): This article tells you how to rename a file or multiple files in Mac Terminal. It demonstrates the usage of each command line with examples.
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- [How Can I Recover Lost Saved Application Sate Folder on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/saved-application-state-folder-mac-lost.html): A post summarizes how to recover the Save Application State folder on macOS.
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- [How to Use Terminal Commands to Speed Up Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/terminal-commands-to-speed-up-mac.html): This article tells you how to use Terminal commands to speed up Mac, including clearing the system cache, freeing up RAM, optimizing Finder performance, etc.
- [The Application Finder Does Not Have Permission to Open Null](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-application-finder-does-not-have-permission-to-open-null.html): This post explains the error that the application Finder does not have permission to open null on Mac, and provides a fix for the problem.
- [Time Machine Error: The backup volume is read only](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-backup-volume-is-read-only.html): If you have encountered the error The backup volume is read-only and feel panic and annoying, this post is the best tutorial for you. It tells four solutions to help you to fix it.
- [The base build is not compatible for this install method?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-base-build-is-not-compatible-for-this-install-method.html): Failed to update macOS but encountered the error 'The base build is not compatible for this install method'? Learn four ways to resolve it in this post!
- [[Fixed] The Document Could Not Be Autosaved on Mac!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-document-could-not-be-autosaved.html): A helpful post summarizes the best 7 methods to remove the error the document could not be autosaved on Mac.
- [The Drive Best Suitable for Time Machine Backup](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-drive-best-suitable-for-time-machine-backup.html): This post walks you through selecting the drive best suitable for Time Machine backup on Mac.
- [Folder Can't be Opened Because You Don't Have Permission?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-folder-cant-be-opened-mac-permission.html): Getting the error 'The folder cannot be opened because you don't have permission' on Mac? Here are 6 ways to fix the denied permission and access your files or folders.
- [The Operation Couldn't Be Completed Permission Denied (Fix)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-operation-couldnt-be-completed-permission-denied.html): If you can't reinstall macOS due to the error 'The operation couldn't be completed. Permission denied,' follow these steps.
- [The package '%@' is missing or invalid [Fixed]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-package-is-missing-or-invalid.html): Receiving the error 'The package '%@' is missing or invalid' when installing macOS Sonoma/Ventura/Monterey or another version? Learn 7 ways to fix it.
- [The Request Timed Out During Mac Update, Reasons & Fixes](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-request-timed-out-mac-update.html): This post helps fix the error 'The request timed out' when a Mac update and explains why your Mac keeps timing out.
- [[2024]Fixed! The Requested Version of macOS Is Not Available](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-requested-version-of-macos-is-not-available.html): Mac says 'Update not found' and 'The requested version of macOS is not available' when you update macOS on Mac. Then you can get fixes in this post.
- [The Supplied iCloud Account was Unable to Unlock This Volume](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-supplied-icloud-account-was-unable-to-unlock-this-volume.html): Getting 'The Supplied iCloud Account was Unable to Unlock This Volume.' when unlocking your Mac or resetting the password with your Apple ID? Try these fixes.
- [Fix 'The target volume is part of incomplete system' on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-target-volume-is-part-of-incomplete-system.html): Fix the error 'The target volume is part of incomplete system and can not be installed to.' when reinstalling macOS Catalina and other macOS versions.
- [Fixed! The Volume Is the Wrong Format for A Backup Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/the-volume-is-the-wrong-format-for-a-backup-mac.html): If you encounter the error that the volume is the wrong format for a backup while copying Time Machine backup to a new drive, read this post to know why and how to fix it.
- [Fix 'There are no users on this volume to recover'(M1/Intel)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/there-are-no-users-on-this-volume-to-recover.html): This article explains 5 proven ways to resolve the error 'There are no users on this volume to recover' on M1, M2, M3, T2, and Intel Macs.
- [Solved! This Item Is Temporarily Unavailable While Reinstalling macOS](https://iboysoft.com/tips/this-item-is-temporarily-unavailable-mac.html): This post provides some methods to fix the error this item is temporarily unavailable on Mac, which pops up after entering Apple ID to reinstall macOS.
- [Solved: This Package Is Incompatible with This Version of macOS](https://iboysoft.com/tips/this-package-is-incompatible-with-this-version-of-macos.html): This post explains why the error message This package is incompatible with this version of macOS and how to fix it to run incompatible apps on Mac.
- [Fix 'The volume cannot be downgraded' [Sonoma/Ventura]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/this-volume-cannot-be-downgraded.html): Learn 3 steps to fix the error message 'The volume cannot be downgraded' on macOS Sonoma, macOS Ventura, macOS Monterey, or earlier versions.
- [This Volume Does Not Meet the Requirements for This Update](https://iboysoft.com/tips/this-volume-does-not-meet-the-requirements-for-this-update.html): Seeing the message 'This volume does not meet the requirements for this update' when updating macOS? Here are the solutions!
- [Thumbnails Not Showing on Mac? Here’s the Fix!](https://iboysoft.com/tips/thumbnails-not-showing-on-mac.html): If the thumbnails fail to display on your Mac, read this post for effective solutions to fix the thumbnails not showing on Mac issue.
- [Time Machine Backup Not Completed Cloud Files Syncing Sonoma](https://iboysoft.com/tips/time-machine-backup-not-completed-cloud-files-syncing.html): If you encounter the problem that Time Machine backup not complete, some of the files on your Mac cannot be backed up until Cloud Files syncing has completed, this post provides solutions.
- [[Best Methods]Time Machine Backup to NTFS External Drive](https://iboysoft.com/tips/time-machine-backup-ntfs-external-drive.html): This post guides how to use the NTFS drive for Time Machine backups and how to use NTFS drive better and seamlessly on Mac.
- [My Time Machine Keeps Backing up! How to Fix?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/time-machine-keeps-backing-up.html): A post summarizes the fixes and reasons that Time Machine keeps backing up drives itself.
- [Time Machine fails after upgrading to macOS Tahoe](https://iboysoft.com/tips/time-machine-not-working-on-macos-tahoe.html): Are you having trouble backing up with Time Machine on macOS Tahoe? Try the fixes in this guide to fix them.
- [Time Machine vs iCloud: Which is Better in Mac Backup?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/time-machine-vs-icloud.html): Time Machine and iCloud are different ways to back up files and data on Mac. This article will analyze these two ways in comprehensive and object perspective.
- [How to Turn Off iMessage and Its Notifications on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/turn-off-imessage-on-mac.html): Distracted by iMessage pop-ups while working? This post shows you how to turn off iMessage on Mac with two possible ways.
- [How to Turn Off Screen Recording Warnings on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/turn-off-screen-recording-warnings.html): This article tells you the methods to turn off screen recording warnings, and you can know how to manage warnings on Mac.
- [Unable to Copy Large Files from Mac to FAT32 Hard Drive](https://iboysoft.com/tips/unable-copy-large-files-to-fat32.html): FAT32 won't accept files larger than 4GB. This guide explains why and gives three practical fixes — split the file, compress it, reformat the drive (exFAT, HFS+/APFS, NTFS).
- [A Full Guide on How to Uninstall Anaconda on Mac](https://iboysoft.com/tips/uninstall-anaconda-mac.html): This article tells you how to uninstall Anaconda on Mac with a comprehensive guide. Also, the method to remove Miniconda from Mac is covered.
- [How to Completely Uninstall Chrome on Mac — Detailed Guide](https://iboysoft.com/tips/uninstall-chrome-mac.html): This article tells you the easiest way to uninstall Chrome on Mac, and how to uninstall Chrome manually while erasing its profile information and browsing data.
- [How to Uninstall Dropbox on Mac in Two Easy Ways](https://iboysoft.com/tips/uninstall-dropbox-on-mac.html): Read this post to know how to uninstall Dropbox on Mac with and without deleting files.
- [How to Uninstall Microsoft AutoUpdate from Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/uninstall-microsoft-autoupdate-from-mac.html): This post tells you how to uninstall Microsoft AutoUpdate from Mac and how to uninstall Microsoft products completely.
- [(Step-by-Step) How to Uninstall Rosetta 2 from an M1 Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/uninstall-rosetta-2.html): This post tells you how to uninstall Rosetta 2 from your M1 Mac with detailed steps, how to check if Rosetta 2 is installed and whether Rosetta is bad for Mac.
- [How to Unzip Multiple Files at Once on Mac?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/unzip-multiple-files-at-once-mac.html): Learn how to unzip multiple files at once on a Mac quickly. Our guide covers simple Terminal commands to extract all archives to the same folder, saving you time and hassle.
- [How to Force Update Mac from Terminal via Softwareupdate?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/update-mac-from-terminal.html): Wanna force update your Mac? Use this step-by-step guide to update Mac from Terminal using the softwareupdate command line tool.
- [OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 Download, Update, Upgrade](https://iboysoft.com/tips/update-mac-to-os-x-10-11.html): This post explains how to update Mac to OS X 10.11 El Capitan and how to update OS X El Capitan 10.11.6 to 10.12, 10.13, 10.14, 10.15 or later.
- [Fix USB Ports Not Working on Mac [4 simple ways]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/usb-ports-not-working.html): Describes why the USB ports are not working on Mac and how to troubleshoot the problem and enable the USB ports to work with 4 effective solutions.
- [How to Use Automator to Rename Files & Batch Rename Files](https://iboysoft.com/tips/use-automator-to-rename-files.html): This post tells you how to use Automator to rename files, how to batch rename files, and how to rename multiple files at once are included.
- [How to Use Time Machine Drive for Both Other Files & Backups](https://iboysoft.com/tips/use-time-machine-drive-for-other-files-backups.html): This post covers different ways to use a Time Machine drive for both other files and backups. Also, it explains why you can't copy to Time Machine drive.
- [Fixed 'User Interaction Required' Error When Updating macOS](https://iboysoft.com/tips/user-interaction-required.html): Follow this post to fix the error 'User Interaction Required' that shows up when updating your Mac from an external bootable drive, and by the way, learn its causes.
- [Fix 'Volume Hash Mismatch' on macOS Monterey/Ventura/Sonoma](https://iboysoft.com/tips/volume-hash-mismatch.html): Here are the fixes to 'Volume Hash Mismatch. Mismatch detected on volume disk1s1. macOS should be reinstalled on this volume.' on Mac.
- [Fix Disk Utility Stuck on Waiting for Partitions to Activate](https://iboysoft.com/tips/waiting-for-partitions-to-activate.html): Learn how to fix Disk Utility getting stuck on 'Waiting for partitions to activate' when erasing Mac's internal hard drive, an SD card/SSD/HDD, or a USB flash drive.
- [Answered! Where Are Photos Stored on Mac & How to Find Them?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/where-are-photos-stored-on-mac.html): This post answers where photos are stored on Mac, including the taken photos, downloaded pictures, AirDropped images, screenshots, etc. Plus, it guides you to find the photos you want on Mac.
- [Where Do AirDrop Files/Photos Go on Mac/iPhone/iPad?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/where-do-airdrop-files-go-mac.html): Where do AirDrop files go on Mac? Read to find the airdropped files on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Learn why you can't find AirDrop files on Mac.
- [Where Do Screenshots Go on Mac? & How to Find Them?](https://iboysoft.com/tips/where-do-screenshots-go-on-mac.html): Read to know where do screenshots go on Mac and how to change where screenshots are saved on your Mac. Can't find screenshots on Mac? This post also offers a workaround.
- [Find and Open Applications Folder on Mac & Fix Can't Find it](https://iboysoft.com/tips/where-is-applications-folder-on-mac.html): Read to know where is Applications folder on Mac and how to find the Applications folder on Mac. In addition, it fixes the problem when you can't find the Applications folder.
- [Why macOS Big Sur Updates Are So Huge & How to Mitigate](https://iboysoft.com/tips/why-macos-updates-so-large.html): macOS Big Sur updates are getting larger, especially on M1 Macs. See what causes the large installer file and how to cut back on the size.
- [[Solved] Windows 10 ISO Download Error on Mac (Big Sur)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/windows-10-iso-download-error-mac.html): This post explains the reasons of Windows 10 ISO download error on Mac and offers solutions to fix it.
- [Top Windows Virtual Machines for Mac (Intel & Apple Silicon)](https://iboysoft.com/tips/windows-virtual-machine-for-mac.html): This post introduces several Windows virtual machines for Mac. As Bootcamp alternatives, these virtual machines allow you to install Windows OS on Mac and run Windows apps on Mac.
- [[Fixed]Wiping Volume Data to Prevent Future Accidental Probing Failed](https://iboysoft.com/tips/wiping-volume-data-to-prevent-future-accidental-probing-failed.html): Has the erase or partition process failed with the error 'wiping volume data to prevent future accidental probing failed 69825?' Find the solutions in this article.
- [macOS Not Install to This Volume Currently Being Encrypted](https://iboysoft.com/tips/you-may-not-install-to-this-volume-currently-being-encrypted.html): This post provides solutions to fix the error 'you may not install to this volume because it is currently being encrypted' while installing/reinstalling macOS in Recovery Mode.
- ['You must provide authorization for this volume' [Fixed]](https://iboysoft.com/tips/you-must-provide-authorization-for-this-volume.html): Detail the solutions to fix 'You must provide authorization for this volume by setting it as your startup disk' on macOS Monterey or Ventura.