How can I disable repeated warnings for downloaded files on my Mac Studio?

I work with alot of camera RAW files every day and I am getting warnings before opening every single file.

I was able to disable the Gatekeeper and thus the malware warning that was forcing me to approve each file separately in System Settings.

Now I am getting a warning that says "Y is an app downloaded from the internet. Aare you sure you want to open it?". I am attempting to open a .cr3 Canon RAW file in photoshop. I have to do this continuously throughout the day.

How do I disable this? This is wasting time during my work day.



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Mac Studio, macOS 15.4

Posted on Apr 28, 2025 5:40 AM

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May 17, 2025 9:48 AM in response to george000


re: < Mac Studio, macOS 15.4 >


Old issue, new issue, what changed?




I would never consider disabling GateKeeper...


However I would consider Uninstalling all third party apps that are Cleaners/Optimizers/VPN/Anti-Virus and compare your results...(all known to cause issues on the macOS.)



ref: Protecting against malware in macOS - Apple Support



The current stable release of Sequoia including bug fixes, security updates is macOS 15.5

Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support

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