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Finale Technical Support Has Ended

As of Tuesday, August 26th, 2025, we're no longer accepting new technical support requests.
Browse available support resources here.

You may continue to download & authorize registered Finale products for the foreseeable future.
Additionally, we continue to offer Dorico Pro crossgrades for purchase to eligible Finale & PrintMusic license holders.

Disabling automatic macOS updates within System Settings can help prevent unexpected compatibility issues or changes in performance with proprietary software that is not deemed compatible with a new version of macOS.

 

To disable automatic macOS updates in System Settings:

1. Select System Settings from the Apple logo menu.

Select System Settings from the Apple menu.

 

2. Within System Settings, select General.

Within System Settings, select General.

 

3. Select Software Update.

Select Software Update.

 

4. Select the information icon next to Automatic Updates.

Select the information icon next to "Automatic Updates".

 

5. If Install macOS updates is toggled on, click to toggle it off and cick Done.

 Ensure Install macOS updates is toggled off and click Done.

 

How do I revert to a previous version of macOS?

Rolling back an OS update typically requires a more intensive process such as reinstalling your OS or restoring your drive from a backup. For more specific guidance contact Apple Support.

 

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