How can I create a directory inside root directory on Catalina OS?

It looks like root-directory o Catalina is read-only

Posted on Oct 22, 2019 3:36 PM

Similar questions

Cannot add/modify system or root dir files even though I'm logged in as root user I cannot add or otherwise modify files in the root directory (/) such as bin even though I have root user enabled (password set) and am logged in as root. I am running macOS Catalina 10.15.1. The file/folder info says I (root) have read & write access. How can I make changes to these files? I went through all the proper steps in the support article on how to enable the root user and login as root.
1671 1
How to change the folders name in launchpad on Mac OS Catalina Hello, I wanted to clean my launchpad with some folder, but I couldn’t edit the folder name.
1024 1
Adding a directory to the PATH in macOS Monterey? I need to add a folder /opt/xyz/bin to the PATH in macOS 12.6. I've looked at some articles and discussion posts, but they appear to apply to previous macOS versions and I haven't found an approach that works yet. Any possible help? As of now, my login shell is shown as bash, but I'd be happy to change it to zsh if this would help.
22981 11

1 reply

babowa

Level 9

78,562 points

Oct 22, 2019 3:47 PM in response to awesome154

Yes it is for security purposes.

This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

How can I create a directory inside root directory on Catalina OS?

Welcome to Apple Support Community

A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.

Learn more Sign up