Can't open Safari

safari keeps showing an error notice that says can't open application


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Posted on Jul 7, 2021 1:50 AM

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Posted on Jul 7, 2021 4:39 AM

Does this issue also happen when starting in Safe Mode ? Restart computer and immediately hold the SHIFT key until the Apple Logo appears and release. It does a repair Disk, clears cache files and only loads Apple Software, extensions and Fonts. It will take longer to load - Normal. Once logged in - Test and report back please.

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Jul 7, 2021 4:39 AM in response to Macia8563

Does this issue also happen when starting in Safe Mode ? Restart computer and immediately hold the SHIFT key until the Apple Logo appears and release. It does a repair Disk, clears cache files and only loads Apple Software, extensions and Fonts. It will take longer to load - Normal. Once logged in - Test and report back please.

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Jul 7, 2021 10:30 AM in response to Macia8563

I see you referred to the Big Sur upgrade link. Safari is antiquated browser. If you need to install Big Sur go directly to the App Store, after following the tip:

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-250003076


If you are trying to use Java, other browsers are more current, as this tip explains:

https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-250003586

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