Garage band won't open.... crashes immediately! Im using an iMac 2015 with Monterrey 12.6.3

Garage band crashes immediately when I try to open it. I have an 27" iMac 2015 running Monterrey 12.6.3. Any fixes?

iMac 27″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Mar 4, 2023 6:28 PM

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Mar 4, 2023 7:26 PM in response to up211

Usually these steps will help. You can also try stating your computer in safe mode:

If GarageBand isn't working on your Mac - Apple Support

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