How do I find and remove duplicate scripts running in Automator on my Mac?

Automator runs same script two times. I would want to know where to find scripts that are on at the moment so I can remove duplicate script.



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MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 15.3

Posted on Mar 31, 2025 9:52 PM

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Apr 1, 2025 5:22 AM in response to Golni

If this is an Automator Folder Action, then it will run once when a file is dropped on it, and any subsequent write (e.g. copy/rename/etc action on that file within that assigned folder will cause Automator to run the script repetitively.


If that is your scenario, you will need to revise the Folder Action script.


If not, then Automator does not reveal visually what Automator Service (Quick Action) or Workflow it is running. Typically, Automator applications are saved to your Desktop for direct access, and Services/Quick Actions are saved in your /Users/username/Library/Services folder. If the name of the Service is not a telltale of its intention, and you cannot spot the difference visually or by creation date, you will find yourself opening each of these Services with Automator to investigate its code.

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Apr 3, 2025 2:15 AM in response to VikingOSX

Script prints all files that go into certain folder.


Problem is I can not find file for these actions....I dont know if it saved these automations somewhere and they are not listed in Automator application.


This folder is empty:

/Users/username/Library/Services folder

also did not find anything from desktop

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How do I find and remove duplicate scripts running in Automator on my Mac?

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