Should I reinstall first?
Not usually. Check the exact tool, permission, location, disk, and error first.
When should I rescan?
After files, disks, permissions, thresholds, ignore rules, apps, or updates change.
Why does an old action fail?
The result may be stale because the target moved or changed.
Should I enable every permission?
No. Enable only access relevant to the intended task.
Can I force-remove a protected file?
Do not weaken major macOS protection for an item you do not understand.
What should I preserve before reporting?
Exact error text, reproduction steps, versions, relevant paths, and current diagnostic logs.
What should I never send?
Passwords, vault secrets, authentication tokens, license keys, or private file contents.
How should I reproduce a destructive issue?
Use noncritical test data in a small folder and stop after one clear reproduction.