32 to 64 bit

Can I convert back to the last 32 bit MAC OS Mojave from the new 64 bit Catalina OS? I can no longer access my files created by 32 bit applications earlier this year.

MacBook Pro 15", macOS 10.15

Posted on Dec 10, 2019 10:22 AM

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John Galt

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Posted on Dec 10, 2019 10:39 AM

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John Galt

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Dec 10, 2019 10:39 AM in response to rsabel

Revert your Mac to a previous macOS version - Apple Support

Lurkums

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Dec 10, 2019 10:25 AM in response to rsabel

You can.

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