This is done recursively ("R") on all files under that folder, and it also strips out all ACL info ("N").Įxcept two or three big problems jump out at me here: Which is to say, give full read/write/execute permissions (that's what the "7" means) to the owner, group, and everyone else, for every file under your "iPhoto Library" folder. Wait, is that right? You're basically just running this command in an obtuse way: Finder in Snow Leopard has caught up, in my experience.] I am also a big fan of BatChmod there was a long time when it could be used to fix permissions when the Finder had problems doing so, especially recursive permissions. I upgraded to iPhoto 11 with no problems, but I did check my photo library and the permissions were already set as described in the hint. Be sure to have a current backup of your photo library prior to upgrading, as you should have a good data backup prior to any major software upgrade. [ crarko adds: There do seem to be a number of reports of this issue. ![]() This will set the photo library permissions so iPhoto 11 can do the necessary database upgrade without harm. Also select the check mark for the following boxes: Change ownership and privileges, Clear ACLs, unlock box and Apply to enclosed folders and files.Change the Letters R, W and X under the Owner, Group and Everyone to a check mark.Drag and Drop your iPhoto Library (usually located in your ~/Pictures folder) into the open BatChmod window.I first downloaded BatChmod, this is an excellent free utility.If you have already lost data you will have to restore from Time Machine or whichever backup scheme you use. While awaiting an official fix or advice from Apple, I have posted an easy, safe fix on my web site. Repairing permissions in Disk Utility won't help because that doesn't affect user files, only installed programs with Receipts. ![]() ![]() The root of the problem lies in faulty permissions within the iPhoto Library. Even more, some of the 'successful' upgraders are not even aware that they, might too, lost some files! A possible bug in the upgrade process by iLife 11 causes a loss in one's library.
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