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Using EtreCheck to Troubleshoot Potential Mac Issues

Last modified: Nov 8, 2026 8:40 PM
20 22537 Last modified Nov 8, 2026 8:40 PM

To help troubleshoot your Mac, I would suggest that you consider using EtreCheck and posting the resultant report for us to review. (Note: The EtreCheck report does NOT contain any personal information.) 

  • You can download EtreCheck from here. Optionally, you can get it directly from the Apple App Store.
  • To take advantage of all the EtreCheck features, it's best to run it from a user account with Administrator privileges; however, you can always run it from a normal user account.
  • Select a problem from the drop-down menu to enable the "Start" button.
    • If you just want to run a report, choose "No problem - just checking"
    • Optionally, you can add comments on what issues your Mac is experiencing, especially to aide others with similar Mac issues.
  • Click on Start
  • Allow the program to run to completion.
    • Note: For accurate results, do not use your computer until the report is finished.
  • When done, select the Share report icon, then select Copy report.
  • Be sure to review the "How to use your EtreCheck report." To continue, select OK.
    • Note: For a "step-by-step" on how to provide the report on the ASC, select How to post.
  • *** Paste the report, using the "Additional text" option from the ASC editor's tool bar, in your reply. ***


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