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Mac Catalina Couldn't communicate with a helper application

Fix for 'Mac Catalina Couldn't communicate with a helper application' is easy. no need to reload OS or upgrade anything.

It appears during the install of the Catalina OS, TV & Photo directory have not been set again.

Simply open the following from Launchpad:

1- Music

2- TV

3- Podcast

4- Photo

Complete each one of above configuration and set their directories.

The issue will go away when you disconnect the iPad/iPhone then connect. This worked for me and it was the quickest and easiest fix. I am surprised Apple has not released anything about this potential fix.

iPad, iOS 9

Posted on Feb 14, 2022 4:54 AM

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PF_1119 Author

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Posted on Feb 14, 2022 4:55 AM

The fix is in the post itself . Read the Question for the fix ^_^

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