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Suddenly I can't highlight a block of text. The text is selected but does not show a highlighted colour. I've searched everywhere but I can not find a solution to this problem!
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Suddenly I can't highlight a block of text. The text is selected but does not show a highlighted colour. I've searched everywhere but I can not find a solution to this problem!
The "usual drill" would be:
Restart, preferably using the 'hold the power button for ten seconds' SMC-reset-Equivalent.
run in Safe Mode, where no third-party anything is loaded automatically
create a new User, log in as that user, and see if the problem follow your User account
contact support:
Official Apple Support
.
The "usual drill" would be:
Restart, preferably using the 'hold the power button for ten seconds' SMC-reset-Equivalent.
run in Safe Mode, where no third-party anything is loaded automatically
create a new User, log in as that user, and see if the problem follow your User account
contact support:
Official Apple Support
.
System Preferences > General > Highlight color ...
Set it to something LOUD, not subtle. ¿working now?
have you added any Mac enhancers or third-party anti-virus, speeder uppers, cleaners, optimizers, or a VPN you installed yourself?
Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support
Unfortunately that made no difference
I only use a VPN on occasions no other third part apps
what model-year MacBook Pro, and if 2020, what processor?
what version MacOS?
light, dark, or Auto Appearance?
Mac Studio
Apple M1 Max
13.0.1 (22A400)
I've tried all 3 appearances but no joy.
thanks, all sorted now
Your post will be here for a long time, and others will find it by searching.
If you could summarize what you think provided the solution, it could help 'the next guy'. and Thanks!
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