File "Can't be Found" prompts after Ventura 13.1

Since updating to Ventura 13.1, at random times, when I double-click on a file to open it, I get a prompt that the file can't be found. If I click OK then double-click the file again, it opens as it should. It happens randomly to files of all types. I have never created aliases to any of these files and they are stored locally on a desktop folder. This has never happened before 13.1. Any ideas?


iMac 2020 3.6 GHz 10-Core Intel Core i9

AMD Radeon Pro 5700 XT 16 Gb


iMac

Posted on Dec 20, 2022 11:15 AM

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Give this a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and test to see if the problem persists. Reboot normally and test again.


NOTE 1: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following; 

• Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed

• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)

• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically

• Disables user-installed fonts 

• Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files


NOTE 2: if you have a wireless keyboard with rechargeable batteries connect it with its charging cable before booting into Safe Mode. This makes it act as a wired keyboard as will insure a successful boot into Safe Mode.


Posted on Dec 20, 2022 11:25 AM

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Feb 22, 2023 8:20 PM in response to troyjack

I'm also having the exact same problem! I've been so confused why when I click on a file, it says not found and then I panic. I'm a teacher so I have created hundreds of files for my students and it's nerve wrecking when I click on something and it says not found. I have been just clicking ok and then click open the file again and it seems to work perfectly. Apple needs to fix this especially when we're paying over thousands of dollars for some of their products.

File "Can't be Found" prompts after Ventura 13.1

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