How do I fix flashing folder on my MacBook Air?

Hey guys my MacBook Air 2012 is stuck from flashing folder please fix this problem for me


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Original Title: Fix Flashing Folder Mac

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Posted on Jun 21, 2025 08:21 AM

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Jun 21, 2025 08:46 AM in response to zayan82

We cannot fix it for you.

But we can try to point you in the right direction.

The folder with flashing question mark indicates that the Mac cannot find a valid startup disk. The OS has become corrupted or the drive is damaged or wiped.

You'll need to reinstall the OS on a working drive, either internal or external.

If your Mac starts up to a question mark - Apple Support

How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support


The 2012 MacBook Air is well obsolete at this point. That situation will not improve. It wouldn't be wise to spend any money trying to get it running again. Your money would be better spent on buying a newer replacement.


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