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How to use EtreCheck

EtreCheck is frequently recommended on internet discussion forums like Apple Support Communities. EtreCheck was designed to help provide the kind of information members of Apple Support Communities need when helping you with your Mac. But you can run EtreCheck and read the report yourself. The following is an explanation of how to use EtreCheck and the meaning of each section of an EtreCheck report.

Startup Problems

When you first run EtreCheck, you will have to choose a problem that best describes your issue. You should also include any other details you can think of in the problem description.

You can click the Options button to turn on more diagnostics. This is an advanced feature and should not be used when posting an EtreCheck report online.

Finally, click the Start EtreCheck button to generate your EtreCheck report.

The following is a brief description of each section in the report. Not all sections may be present. Any items in red my require attention. Look for links throughout the report for support for 3rd party software, additional details, and dates that may correspond to the beginning of a particular problem.

When the EtreCheck report is complete, you can share it by copying it to the clipboard. Please remember that Etresoft, Inc. cannot guarantee the accuracy of any suggestions you may receive on an internet discussion forum.