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macOS 10.13.1 High Sierra "error code -8072"

I'm running macOS 10.13.1 High Sierra.

  • Q: Why can't I rename files in Finder? I receive an error code -8072. an unexpected error has occurred error code -8072
    • A: Did you run Disk Utility or Disk First Aid recently? Just reboot.
  • Q: Why do I get an error about my Home folder moving or not having access to my Home folder?
    • A: A: Did you run Disk Utility or Disk First Aid recently? Just reboot.
  • Q: Why can't I view my files on my external drive in Finder? My drive looks like it's empty...
    • A: A: Did you run Disk Utility or Disk First Aid recently? Just reboot.
  • Q: How do you repair permissions in High Sierra?
    • A:Did you run Disk Utility or Disk First Aid recently and soon after start receiving error codes? Just reboot.

Apple fucked up Disk Utility in 10.13.

This Gist is to help me remember how to unfuck Finder and to let Google index it to help others.

macOS 10.13.1 High Sierra "error code -8072"

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