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Before You Install on macOS

MIDI Mapper isn't notarized with Apple yet, so macOS will show a warning the first time you open it. This is expected — the app is completely safe, doesn't collect personal data, and runs entirely on your machine. Read through the quick fix below, then download.

Download MIDI Mapper for macOS

Apple Silicon · Requires a one-time setup step below

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The warning you'll see

When you first try to open MIDI Mapper, macOS will show this dialog. Don't worry — the app isn't actually damaged:

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!

"MIDI-Mapper" is damaged and
can't be opened. You should
move it to the Bin.

Safari downloaded this file today.

Choose one of these methods to open it:

A

Terminal command

Most reliable — works every time
1

Open Terminal

Press ⌘ Cmd + Space to open Spotlight, type Terminal, and press Enter.

Terminal
Terminal Application
2

Run this command

Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter. You may be asked for your password.

Terminal
$ xattr -cr /Applications/MIDI-Mapper.app
# Removes the macOS quarantine flag

If you haven't moved the app to Applications yet, drag MIDI-Mapper.app from the DMG into the /Applications folder first.

3

Open MIDI Mapper

That's it! Double-click MIDI Mapper in your Applications folder and it will open normally.

or
B

Right-click to open

No Terminal needed — but you'll confirm twice
1

Right-click the app

Find MIDI-Mapper in Finder (in the DMG or Applications folder). Right-click (or Control-click) it, then select Open from the menu.

MIDI-Mapper
Open
Move to Bin
Get Info
Rename
Copy
Share...
Click this
2

Click "Open" in the confirmation dialog

macOS will show a new dialog asking if you're sure. Click Open to confirm.

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!

macOS cannot verify the developer
of "MIDI-Mapper". Are you sure
you want to open it?

By opening this app, you are overriding system
security which can expose your computer and
personal information to malware.

3

You're all set

MIDI Mapper will open and macOS will remember your choice — you won't be asked again.

Download MIDI Mapper for macOS

Apple Silicon · Follow the steps above after installing