Auto-Punctuation in Ventura --- DOES NOT EXIST --- How to disable?

My screen does NOT look like the one below. I'm trying to disable Auto-Punctuation as it's annoying.


This is what SHOULD BE available as a choice (found in an article):








Here's what I ACTUALLY SEE in my settings: It's NOT THERE. How do I disable this annoying feature ???




Posted on Oct 31, 2022 09:29 AM

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Oct 31, 2022 12:11 PM in response to crmbilly

Give this a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and test to see if the problem persists. Reboot normally and test again.


NOTE 1: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following; 

• Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed

• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)

• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically

• Disables user-installed fonts 

• Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files


NOTE 2: if you have a wireless keyboard with rechargeable batteries connect it with its charging cable before booting into Safe Mode. This makes it act as a wired keyboard as will insure a successful boot into Safe Mode.


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Auto-Punctuation in Ventura --- DOES NOT EXIST --- How to disable?

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