Lifehacks

How do I get my Mac to stop asking me for my password to do everything?

How do I get my Mac to stop asking me for my password to do everything?

How to turn off the password on your Mac computer

  1. Click the Apple icon in the top-left corner of the screen and select “System Preferences.”
  2. Select “Security and Privacy.”
  3. Untick the box labeled “Requires Password.”
  4. Enter your Mac’s password in the pop-up window.
  5. Confirm your choice by clicking “Turn off screen lock.”

Why do I keep getting a message that Apple wants to make changes?

You are seeing the “Apple wants to make changes” pop-up ads because you are either infected with adware or another web site is redirecting you to them. Browser popups appear which recommend fake updates or other software. Other unwanted programs might get installed without your knowledge.

How do you bypass Finder on Mac?

Press“Command-Option-Shift-Esc.”

How do I fix the Trash on my Mac?

If your Mac’s running the latest version of the OS but Trash still misbehaves, try the following fixes.

  1. Restart your Mac.
  2. Clear Trash using CleanMyMac X.
  3. Use Safe mode.
  4. Force empty Trash on Mac using Terminal.
  5. Use the Option key to empty the Trash.
  6. Repair Disk Permissions.
  7. Remove files bypassing Trash.

Why does my Mac keep asking for password?

Your keychain may be locked automatically if your computer has been inactive for a period of time or your user password and keychain password are out of sync.

Does Apple fix malware?

Apple released a free software update (Security Update 2011-003) that will automatically find and remove Mac Defender malware and its known variants. The Resolution section below also provides step-by-step instructions on how to avoid or manually remove this malware.

How do I get rid of COM Apple TCC?

tcc data issue using Combo Cleaner:

  1. Download Combo Cleaner installer.
  2. Click the Start Combo Scan button to check your Mac for malicious activity as well as performance issues.
  3. In case Combo Cleaner has detected malicious code, click the Remove Selected Items button and have the utility remove Adware modifying com.

Is finder always open on Mac?

Finder is always running, and a launch service will relaunch it if it is quit unnaturally.

What happens if you quit Finder on Mac?

You will no longer be able to quit the Finder and the option will disappear from the Finder menu. Remember, quitting the Finder will cause anything on your desktop to vanish and you will need to restart the Finder to make them come back. That said, there are probably any number of reasons you might want this.

Can’t be modified or deleted because it’s required by macOS?

can’t be modified or deleted because it’s required by macOS” or “The operation can’t be completed because the item “…” is in use”. If you are getting a message like this while trying to delete this folder, you will need to turn off System Integrity Protection on your Mac (and you should turn in on again after).

Why do I get a password when dragging files to the trash?

When dragging files to the trash you are prompted for a password Cause Sometimes when moving files or folder the permission are not carried over. Solution You will need to re-take ownership of the trash folder. Method 1 Click on the Spotlight (magnifying glass in top right), type “Terminal” and press enter.

How do I Change my user name to trash?

Click on the Spotlight (magnifying glass in top right), type “Terminal” and press enter. Type the following command replacing “your_user_name” with your user name. sudo chown your_user_name ~/.Trash

Why is my Mac asking for password when moving files to trash?

Cause Sometimes when moving files or folder the permission are not carried over. Solution You will need to re-take ownership of the trash folder. Method 1 Click on the Spotlight (magnifying glass in top right), type “Terminal” and press enter. Type the following command replacing “your_user_name” with your user name.

Where do I find the password for Mackintosh HD?

Right click on Macintosh HD (the little disk drive icon on your desktop) If you don’t see this icon – go to your preferences under finder and make sure hard disks is checked. Right click on Mackintosh HD and choose get info. When this vertical dialogue box comes up – scroll down to sharing and permissions.