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Tobias Almén edited this page Dec 2, 2024 · 4 revisions

Installation


Steps

  1. Download the latest PKG Installer from the releases page.
  2. Run the installer.
  3. (Optional) Install the Launch Agent package from the release for automatic app startup.

Installed Files

After installation, the following files will be added to your system:

  • App Bundle: /Applications/SupportCompanion.app
  • Helper Tool: /Library/PrivilegedHelperTools/com.github.macadmins.SupportCompanion.helper
  • Launch Daemon: /Library/LaunchDaemons/com.github.macadmins.SupportCompanion.helper.plist

Uninstallation

An uninstaller script is included in the app bundle. The script can be found in the following location: /Applications/SupportCompanion.app/Contents/Resources/Uninstall.zsh


About the Launch Agent

The Launch Agent provided as a signed, notarized and stapled package will, if installed and loaded:

  • Start the app if it is not running
  • Start the app again if quit by the user
  • Start the app on login

This Launch Agent is optional and you are free to create your own Launch Agent if you prefer.

About the suite package

The suite package is a signed, notarized and stapled package that contains the app and the Launch Agent package. This package is provided for convenience and can be used to install the app and the Launch Agent at the same time.


AutoPkg

A recipe for AutoPkg is available for Support Companion. You can find it here: AutoPkg Recipe