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forgot password unlock in system preference

I can't unlock my passwords in system preference. It keeps shaking for a new password to open and I forgot my password. How can I retrieve my old password ?


Posted on Feb 6, 2021 1:47 PM

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Posted on Feb 6, 2021 1:50 PM

Normally this would be the same password you used when you log in to your account, e.g. after your computer boots up and presents you with a login for users.


Another possibility: in System Preferences Users and Groups, is the box checked for allowing use of Apple ID for logging in?

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