The folder “Downloads” can’t be opened because you don’t have permission to see its contents.

All of a sudden I can't get into my Downloads folder because I don't have permission. I am the owner, administrator and only person who uses my computer. How can I get permission back?

Posted on Aug 29, 2022 01:14 PM

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Posted on Aug 29, 2022 01:32 PM

Choose Home from the Finder's Go menu, control-click Downloads, select Get Info, and give yourself access.


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The folder “Downloads” can’t be opened because you don’t have permission to see its contents.

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