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Is there a way to perform a clean install of the MacOS then restore all my files without having to manually enter all the license numbers manually? Is there a backup solution that will do this without overwriting the MacOS I just installed? (preparing for next version, Catalina from Mojave)
"then restore all my files without having to manually enter all the license numbers manually?"
I'm wondering, if after a clean install, if Migration assistant would bring back what I need (or any 3rd party application). I just don't want to bring any "junk" with it.
Migration Assistant is pretty much an all or none proposition.
Either migrate all your settings, apps and data your just migrate your old
user. Also, depending on apps, that can also still lead to some issues
that may even trigger "re-licensing".
To me, "clean install" means starting fresh with a clean slate and re-install
only the stuff I really want without carrying over any of the "old junk".
Additionally, depending on the individual licenses of the apps, if they are for one install only, you will need to purchase another license - moving/installing them counts as an install. So you best check on those requirements with the developers.
There are many, especially apps that came on install media or was purchased directly from the developer. I've had quite a few over the years. Of course, anything from the app store can be downloaded again and again as it is tied to your Apple ID.
MA will create a second user folder leaving you with duplicates to sort out. Setup Assistant is only offeredonce during the initial install/setup and will work best.
Anyway that would accomplish that would defeat the purpose of doing a clean
install in the first place.
Really. I’ve never seen an application that was “one install” only.
do you have an example Incase I have one of those?
one “seat” or computer, I have seen. But I’ve never had an issue reinstalling any of those.
Thanks. I’ve never used MA so I don’t know what to expect.
Probably just do a clean install, do the painstaking re-entry of all my licenses.
Clean install MacOS and restore all licenses?
