When I try to open the Downloads folder on my new Mac mini, I get the message: The folder "Downloads" can't be opened because you don't have permission to use its contents.
I've gone into systems permissions but can't find a way to allow permissions for the Downloads folder.
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Original Title: Cannot access Downloads folder
"Cannot access Downloads folder: When I try to open the Downloads folder on my new Mac mini, I get the message: The folder 'Downloads' can't be opened because you don't have permission to use its contents. I've gone into systems permissions but can't find a way to allow permissions for the Downloads folder."
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See this by Apple: If you Need Permission to Open an Item on Mac - Apple Support
"Cannot access Downloads folder: When I try to open the Downloads folder on my new Mac mini, I get the message: The folder 'Downloads' can't be opened because you don't have permission to use its contents. I've gone into systems permissions but can't find a way to allow permissions for the Downloads folder."
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See this by Apple: If you Need Permission to Open an Item on Mac - Apple Support
Have you rebooted the computer lately?
If a simple restart doesn’t resolve the problem, try starting up into safe mode. This will often sort out weird OS behavior.
Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple Support
Unable to access "Downloads" folder on my Mac mini
