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Newly saved files not showing in Finder or folder

Hi there,


I have an issue with Finder. It started a month ago I think.

Every time I generate a file or save it, it doesn't matter the software or browser, the file doesn't show in the target folder. I know it is there because if I want to save it one more time, the software asks me if I want to replace it. Also, if I search with Spotlight I am able to find it and open it. It doesn't show in Recent files as well.

I tried to run Disk First Aid as discussed in another post but no fix. The disk is ok.


I doubt this is happening since the last Mojavee update. Right now I have version 10.14.5


I noticed that if I restart the my Macbook pro or force stop Finder it will show back the file or files that previously wasn't visible.



Do you know what is causing this problem?


Thanks,

Nick

MacBook Pro 13", macOS 10.14

Posted on Jul 12, 2019 3:03 AM

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Posted on Jul 12, 2019 5:49 AM

I'd try to backup (copy somewhere) the Finder's preference file located in your ~/Library/Preferences/com.apple.finder.plist and delete it.


Restart the Finder and check if it works.

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Newly saved files not showing in Finder or folder

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