Issue Description
Apps freeze, stop responding, or display spinning beachball cursor.
Common Causes
- App bugs or memory leaks
- Insufficient RAM
- Disk or permission issues
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Force Quit the App
- Press Command + Option + Esc
- Select the app → Force Quit
Step 2: Check System Resources
- Open Activity Monitor
- Review CPU and Memory tabs
- Quit apps consuming excessive resources
Step 3: Restart the App or Mac
- Relaunch the app
- Restart Mac if issue persists
Step 4: Update or Reinstall the App
- Install latest version
- Reinstall if freezing continues
Explore Further
- Check Console logs for app crashes
Prevention & Best Practices
Avoid running outdated apps on new macOS versions.