Icons disappearing and apps not opening

FCP, Motion, Soundtrack, Pages, Keynote, Numbers won't open but other apps will like Word, Live Type etc. Also, clicked on Pages and Keynote in dock and they disappeared but the pop up of their name still is there and click again and the icon comes back. Did disk utility and reinstalled iWork 08. Still same problems. Tried to do software update but it keeps quitting on me. Says it's downloading but eventually stops and doesn't complete task. Any ideas? Thanks.

Hi, long time no see!
First, Safe Boot , (holding Shift key down at bootup), use Disk Utility from there to Repair Permissions, test if things work OK in Safe Mode.
Then move these files to the Desktop...
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.finder.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.systempreferences.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.desktop.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.recentitems.plist
Reboot & test.
If that doesn't do it try this.
Safe Boot from the HD, (holding Shift key down at bootup), run Disk Utility in Applications>Utilities, then highlight your drive, click on Repair Permissions...
Reset Launch Services...
http://www.thexlab.com/faqs/resetlaunchservices.html#Anchor-Reset-47857
Reboot.

Similar Messages

Files and apps not opening by 2x click in Finder window?

Folks:
No situation on my older G4 iBook running 10.4.11: I can't get files or applications to open or launch from a finder window by clicking on them; they do open by highlighting and then command + o. And any apps I have in the Dock launch by single click. I t seemed to begin when I tried to "Save as" a Appleworks file into a .doc format which caused AW to crash--I did that several times. When I re-launched AW it said, "your settings have been changed, do you want to keep the new settings or the old?" I clicked on "new" . . . still couldn't get the AW file into a Word format so I went to PDF. Seems like after that the inability to open all files or launch apps from the Finder windows. Ran ONyx Maintenance . . . re-starte, didn't seem to help. Any ideas appreciated--is this a "known item"?
e.e.p.

Hi, long time no see!
First, Safe Boot , (holding Shift key down at bootup), use Disk Utility from there to Repair Permissions, test if things work OK in Safe Mode.
Then move these files to the Desktop...
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.finder.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.systempreferences.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.desktop.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.recentitems.plist
Reboot & test.
If that doesn't do it try this.
Safe Boot from the HD, (holding Shift key down at bootup), run Disk Utility in Applications>Utilities, then highlight your drive, click on Repair Permissions...
Reset Launch Services...
http://www.thexlab.com/faqs/resetlaunchservices.html#Anchor-Reset-47857
Reboot.

Mac Pro icons disappeared and apps crashing

This morning when I started my Mac Pro - I've noticed some icons missing.
When I start AirMail - it crashes and even Error report crashes right after it shows up.
I've checked the disk and repaird any errors, but after re-start it's still the same.
Any idea what might be causing it?

Please read this whole message before doing anything.
This procedure is a diagnostic test. It’s unlikely to solve your problem. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
The purpose of the test is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party software that loads automatically at startup or login, by a peripheral device, by a font conflict, or by corruption of the file system or of certain system caches.
Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards, if applicable. Start up in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. You must hold down the shift key twice: once when you turn on the computer, and again when you log in.
Note: If FileVault is enabled in OS X 10.9 or earlier, or if a firmware password is set, or if the startup volume is a software RAID, you can’t do this. Ask for further instructions.
Safe mode is much slower to start up and run than normal, with limited graphics performance, and some things won’t work at all, including sound output and Wi-Fi on certain models. The next normal startup may also be somewhat slow.
The login screen appears even if you usually login automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin.
Test while in safe mode. Same problem?
After testing, restart as usual (not in safe mode) and verify that you still have the problem. Post the results of the test.

TS3274 Hi I am using iPad 2, when I tap app icon on the screen it shakes and does not open the app please advice what need to be done

Hi I am using iPad 2, when I tap app icon on the screen it shakes and does not open the app please advice what need to be done

- First try clciking the Home button one and try again.
- Next reset the iPod. Nothing is lost
Reset iPad: Hold down the On/Off button and the Home button at the same time for at
least ten seconds, until the Apple logo appears.
- Then restore from backup
- Restore to factory defaults/new iPod

Some mac app icons disappears and mac App Store didn't open

some mac app icons disappears and mac appstore cant open

Please read this whole message before doing anything.
This procedure is a test, not a solution. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
Step 1
The purpose of this step is to determine whether the problem is localized to your user account.
Enable guest logins* and log in as Guest. Don't use the Safari-only “Guest User” login created by “Find My Mac.”
While logged in as Guest, you won’t have access to any of your personal files or settings. Applications will behave as if you were running them for the first time. Don’t be alarmed by this; it’s normal. If you need any passwords or other personal data in order to complete the test, memorize, print, or write them down before you begin.
Test while logged in as Guest. Same problem?
After testing, log out of the guest account and, in your own account, disable it if you wish. Any files you created in the guest account will be deleted automatically when you log out of it.
*Note: If you’ve activated “Find My Mac” or FileVault, then you can’t enable the Guest account. The “Guest User” login created by “Find My Mac” is not the same. Create a new account in which to test, and delete it, including its home folder, after testing.
Step 2
The purpose of this step is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party system modifications that load automatically at startup or login, by a peripheral device, or by corruption of certain system caches.
Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards. Boot in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. Note: If FileVault is enabled on some models, or if a firmware password is set, or if the boot volume is a software RAID, you can’t do this. Ask for further instructions.
Safe mode is much slower to boot and run than normal, and some things won’t work at all, including sound output and Wi-Fi on certain models. The next normal boot may also be somewhat slow.
The login screen appears even if you usually log in automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin.
Test while in safe mode. Same problem?
After testing, reboot as usual (i.e., not in safe mode) and verify that you still have the problem. Post the results of steps 1 and 2.

When I click on Creative Cloud logo, indicator for time passing goes for a few seconds and stops, but app not opening (it used to). Any ideas?

I've never used this feature to ask a question. Pardon not knowing etiquette and such. When I click on Creative Cloud logo/icon on my desktop, the indicator for time passing goes for a few seconds and stops, but CC app not opening.
CC app used to work on this same computer a few months ago. No changes to operating system. Photoshop is still working. Just wanted to download Lightroom and perhaps begin learning it, but to no avail.
Tried to look for a way to reinstall Adobe CC, but it says I already have it.
Any ideas?
Thank you in advance,
Timothy

Link for Download & Install & Setup & Activation problems may help
-Online Chat http://www.adobe.com/support/download-install/supportinfo/

My system disk icon has a question mark in it and does not open now

my system disk icon has a question mark in it and does not open now
and my devices name is gone when i click on FINDER, my favourites is there with the following listed under it-
ALL MY FILES
AIRDROP
APPLICATIONS
DESKTOP
DOCUMENTS and under documents was the DEVICES word with my Macintosh under it, this is missing... what have i done

Somehow you've managed to delete it.
To re-install iPhoto
1. Put the iPhoto.app in the trash (Drag it from your Applications Folder to the trash)
2. Download it from the App Store to reinstall It's on your Purchases List* there.
For older versions that have been installed from Disk you'll need these additional steps:
2a: On 10.5: Go to HD/Library/Receipts and remove any pkg file there with iPhoto in the name.
2b: On 10.6: Those receipts may be found as follows: In the Finder use the Go menu and select Go To Folder. In the resulting window type
/var/db/receipts/
2c: on 10.7 or later they're at
/private/var/db/receipts
A Finder Window will open at that location and you can remove the iPhoto pkg files.
3. Re-install.
If you purchased an iLife Disk, then iPhoto is on it.
If iPhoto was installed on your Mac when you go it then it’s on the System Restore disks that came with your Mac. Insert the first one and opt to ‘Install Bundled Applications Only.
*Sometimes iPhoto is not visible on the Purchases List. it may be hidden. See this article for details on how to unhide it.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4928
One question often asked: Will I lose my Photos if I reinstall?
iPhoto the application and the iPhoto Library are two different parts of the iPhoto programme. So, reinstalling the app should not affect the Library. BUT you should always have a back up before doing this kind of work. Always.

Had to reinstall lion because of my error, but now a lot of apps. are showing up on my dock as question marks and will not open.

Had to reinstall lion because of my error, but now a lot of apps. are showing up on my dock as question marks and will not open.

Ive gotten the question mark icon thing, and I just took them off the dock and redragged them onto the dock from the Applications folder again and they worked fine. Mine were a couple of game type programs nothing major yet. Just wanted to throw that out there though since I had that happen with a few dock icons.

Just downloaded LR 2015 from creative cloud and when I click icon to run it flashes in and out and will not open. I have a macbook pro 13" retina

Just downloaded LR 2015 from creative cloud and when I click icon to run it flashes in and out and will not open. I have a macbook pro 13" retina

Hi Frank,
You can follow the article: Sign in, Sign out | Creative Cloud desktop app to sign out and sign in back again to Creative Cloud and try to launch your Lightroom 2015 application.
Let us know if it works or not.
Thanks,
Ratandeep Arora

My Iphone 3s is stuck and will not open, I have an image of a USB cord with an arrow pointing up to the Itune music Icon and my phone won't open or be recognized by itunes or my computer.

My Iphone 3s is stuck and will not open, I have an image of a USB cord with an arrow pointing up to the Itune music Icon and my phone won't open or be recognized by itunes or my computer. What do I do now?

Try restoring it using Recovery Mode.

TS2771 my ipod touch 4th gen is connected to wifi and will not open the app store or any of my social media apps i am logged in to itunes so i have no idea why its not letting me use app store itunes or any social media

My Ipod Touch 4th Generation is connected to wi-fi and will not open the app store. Says it cannot connect to iTunes Store. I can get on the internet but for some reason it won't connect to the app store or the Software Updates.

Can't connect to the iTunes Store
For the socal sites, are y using a home network?
Did it work before?
Some work networks block sits like social sites.

TS3274 When I tap my Facebook app it starts to open but then it goes right back to my home page and will not open. Any suggestions?

When I tap on my Facebook App on my IPad it tries to open up but then it goes right back to my home page and will not open up. All my other Apps work ok.How can I fix this ?

Try deleting the Facebook App and reinstalling it.

Why can I not open pictures when I click on the host icon on my desktop? It just sits there, and can not open from top menu bar as well, only via itunes

why can I not open pictures when I click on the host icon on my desktop? It just sits there, and can not open from top menu bar as well, only via itunes

Does your question involve iPhoto in some way?

The preference icon has a question mark on it and will not open

The preference icon has a quetion mark on it and will not open.

I would venture that one of the torrent files you downloaded has a big black ? mark for an icon.

How come when I try to open an app on my phone does the screen just blink and the app not open?

How come when I try to open an app on my phone does the screen just blink and the app not open?

Some apps crash. If they do, try this, in order.
1. Double click your home button and put your finger on any app and hold for a second. Then delete that app. You're not deleting the app from your phone, so don't worry. Then try opening the app again.
2. If that doesn't work, hold your sleep+home buttons for 10 seconds and don't let go. Ignore the power off message. Then try again.
3. If that doesn't work, delete the app and re-download it. (This will work most of the time)
4. If that doesn't work, download the app on iTunes on your computer and sync it from there.
5. If that doesn't work, wait for an update by the developers.

Icons disappearing and apps not opening

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for