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When I type "Chuck" my computer changes it to "Mark." When I type the diminutive of Charles that rhymes with Farley, I get "the Markster." I don't type those names very often, but it sure is annoying and invasive. It happens on my iMac in Mail, TextEdit, Texty or Pages. It doesn't happen in Terminal. Where do I look for this bug?

iMac 27″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Apr 5, 2023 8:47 PM

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Posted on Apr 8, 2023 4:38 PM

See what’s listed in…


System Preferences > Keyboard > Text


That’s where the system-wide text replacement lives.


If you do find these replacements listed there, I’d also change your login password and your Apple ID password, and review and lock down your security.


Personal Safety User Guide - Apple Support


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