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Repairing Corrupted macOS Installation Files

Issue Description 

macOS behaves erratically due to corrupted system files, failed updates, or incomplete installs. 

Common Causes 

  • Interrupted macOS updates 
  • Disk errors 
  • Power loss during installation 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Boot into macOS Recovery 

  • Apple Silicon: Hold Power → Options → Continue 
  • Intel: Hold Command + R 

 

Step 2: Repair Disk First 

  • Open Disk Utility 
  • Select Macintosh HD 
  • Run First Aid 

 

Step 3: Reinstall macOS 

  • From Recovery, select Reinstall macOS 
  • Do not erase the disk 
  • Follow on-screen steps 

 

Step 4: Verify System Stability 

  • Restart and test apps, updates, and system settings 

Explore Further 

  • Use clean install if corruption persists 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Never interrupt macOS installation processes.