App store updates keep spinning on my mac no downloads

When I try to update my Mac apps, the app store update circle keeps spinning. I just bought a reconditioned 27" imac (2017). I have been trying to update the MAC apps (pages, keynote, etc) and it says they are pending, but the circle just keeps spinning and spinning.

iMac 27" 5K, macOS 10.14

Posted on May 3, 2019 6:23 AM

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3 replies

May 3, 2019 8:42 PM in response to Belle de Boskoop

I fixed mine. All you got to do is hold down the power button while holding the shift button down. When your Mac turns off, turn it back on while holding the shift button down. Whenever the apple logo pops up on your screen, quickly let off the shift button and go into the App Store and everything should work!

May 3, 2019 4:40 PM in response to Bonnieedwardss

Not Yet -- I'll post it when I do

May 3, 2019 11:55 AM in response to Belle de Boskoop

have u found out how to fix it? I'm having the same issue.

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