Every now and then when I finish something a small info box comes up, about 2.5" x 2.75" telling me something but no matter what = whether I click on OK or whatever, it doesn't go away -- This is irritating not fatal. Has not happened before the past month or two == at present I basically click and drag it to the bottom L corner so it's out of sight, out of mind == this also happened with Default Folder X and maybe others -
Mac mini, macOS 12.6
I may have made this suggestion to you once before but hope not.
Interesting observation from Learned Contributor @ Barney-15E
Maybe there is some there worth exploring
Suggest the User start with Points 1 to 4 and then Test
Still having issues, move onto Steps 5 and 6 and Test Again
Still no resolve - move onto Step 7 and follow instructions therein
1 - Restart in Safe Mode. This will perform a Disk Repair, clear cache files and only load Apple Software, extensions and fonts. The boot up will be slow and can take some time - Normal.
2 - Safe Mode will also eliminate Third Party Software, extensions and drivers from loading. It will only load the Minimum amount of Core Apple Processes to allow the the computer to function at a reduced Level of Performance
3 - Does the issue present in this mode ?
4 - Sometimes a Safe Boot followed by a Normal Boot will just put things right.
5 - If not - there could be something in the main User Account playing up. To further isolate this - Set up users, guests, and groups on Mac. Then log out of the Main User account and log into the dummy account and test again if the issue persists.
6 - If the issue is present in the dummy account - then, this appears to be a System Wide issue on the computer.
7 - Download the Application Etrecheck directly from the Developer.
This is a Diagnostic Tool that makes no changes to the computer.
It makes a coherent and readable inventory of both the Hardware and Software used on the computer
The application is free or paid from added features.
The Report will Not Reveal Any Personal Information.
Post back the Full Report - copy and paste - >>>> using the Additional Text Icon ( 3rd Icon to last ) <<<<
I may have made this suggestion to you once before but hope not.
Interesting observation from Learned Contributor @ Barney-15E
Maybe there is some there worth exploring
Suggest the User start with Points 1 to 4 and then Test
Still having issues, move onto Steps 5 and 6 and Test Again
Still no resolve - move onto Step 7 and follow instructions therein
1 - Restart in Safe Mode. This will perform a Disk Repair, clear cache files and only load Apple Software, extensions and fonts. The boot up will be slow and can take some time - Normal.
2 - Safe Mode will also eliminate Third Party Software, extensions and drivers from loading. It will only load the Minimum amount of Core Apple Processes to allow the the computer to function at a reduced Level of Performance
3 - Does the issue present in this mode ?
4 - Sometimes a Safe Boot followed by a Normal Boot will just put things right.
5 - If not - there could be something in the main User Account playing up. To further isolate this - Set up users, guests, and groups on Mac. Then log out of the Main User account and log into the dummy account and test again if the issue persists.
6 - If the issue is present in the dummy account - then, this appears to be a System Wide issue on the computer.
7 - Download the Application Etrecheck directly from the Developer.
This is a Diagnostic Tool that makes no changes to the computer.
It makes a coherent and readable inventory of both the Hardware and Software used on the computer
The application is free or paid from added features.
The Report will Not Reveal Any Personal Information.
Post back the Full Report - copy and paste - >>>> using the Additional Text Icon ( 3rd Icon to last ) <<<<
FYI regarding M1 / M2 Computer Specifically
Part 1 of 2
Apple silicon
Part 2 of 2
Apple Silicon M1 / M2 Computer
1 - Choose Apple menu > > Shut Down
1B - If using a Bluetooth Keyboard with Rechargeable Battery - Cable the Keyboard to computer for this unique purpose.
2- Do not attempt a Restart to access this feature. The computer Must be Shutdown and pause for about 10 seconds before moving forwards
3 - Press and hold the power button on your Mac until you see “Loading startup options.”
Having enlarged your Picture and the Text of the image reads >>
" Your Apple ID and phone number are now being used for iMessage and FaceTime on a new iPad.
If you recently signed into "Victoria's iPad 10th Gen." you can ignore this notification. "
Is this true and accurate ?
There is no relationship between this Pop Up message and " Default Folder X and maybe others "
It is a message send from Apple Alerting the User ( you ) to a New Device you have Added to your User ID Account
The verify this - suggest logging into My Apple ID and look for the Devices Category for the " iPad 10th Gen. " as listed
Outside of what the previous Contributor has already mentioned which I tend to agree with.
Performance: Excellent
Problem: No problem - just checking
Q - Description: tried to start in safe mode and would not - small boxes stay on screen when something is done.
A - Has the User tried again and successfully Boot in Safe Mode ?
A - Does the small box present while in Safe Mode ?
Hardware Information:
Mac mini (M1, 2020)
Warranty expiration: 2026-04-02
A - It appears the users has purchased and Extended Warranty Plan from Apple - Good
Mac mini Model: Macmini9,1
2.40 GHz Apple M1 (m1) CPU: 8-core
16 GB RAM - Not upgradeable
Video Information:
Apple M1
Studio Display 5120 x 2880
A - Have all the Firmware Updates been applied for this Studio Display
What’s new in firmware updates for Apple Studio Display - Apple Support (CA)
Yes -- that was just an example I had on my computer when I posted this last night == this is a fine message and correct == the problem is no matter what, without restarting, I can't get rid of it == in fact it's there today and clicking on the OK button does nothing == true of other such alerts.
I am posting the EtrecheckPro report just in case = but altho I followed directions to get to Safe mode [M-1 Silicon Mini on Monterey] it never got there: I held the Power button as I should and then the drive showed up and even tho I pushed Shift, it opened normally and not in safe. Maybe the reboot helped? I know it caused the small box to disappear.
I can't say any one of the near-infinite system modifications you have running are causing the problem. What I am amazed about is that you don't have more problems.
I would say most would not affect it, but I don't know. There are several that I don't know anything about, so wouldn't know if they could interfere with those notifications or not.
TidyUp?
BookMacster?
NeoFinder?
Delay start?
Dropzone?
I did follow all these steps [ie Shutdown not restart] but did have an unconnected keyboard == it's Bluetooth which I then recharge by adding the cable. I assume that if I do that it will suffice?. Will try again later. Appreciate the information.
TidyUp finds duplicates & does a great job of it, I don't really need BookMacster, I do need NeoFinder = use it to index all my many drives, DelayStart is an app which allows you to load apps separately from the LogIn window - I find it useful and Dropzone is an app which allows you to drop things onto it and moves them to assigned places and does other things. Each of these I do find useful and maybe even essential= other than BookMacster tho I rarely use that.
I have my computer set to update automatically other than for the OS = I'm sticking with Monterey right now, as I'm just getting used to it and apps are working fine with it in general. I'll check ref firmware updates = I guess I assume they'd be automatically done but don't know and will check it out.
Should note that I have the same issue with my MacBook Pro, also Monterey and M-1 so will post that info == many thanks for your kind and helpful patience and guidance.
[ps just checked and yes I have the latest display firmware update.]
There seems to be something wrong with your keyboard, too. It keeps interjecting "==" everywhere breaking the flow and making it difficult to comprehend.
no that's my sad normal typing, I'll try to avoid it in the future. And I have Etrecheck Pro and will follow above instructions and report back. Thank you.
Thank you for the Report.
We will dissect it in detail.
Will get back to you shortly
👍 and thank you for engaging on this Report
FYI will also comb the report tomorrow and add a few comments
Update ref same problem on the MBP running Monterey on M-1. Same issue [see pic] and attaching the ETCP report
small info boxes not disappearing in Mac OS
