Open Safari in 32-bit mode

Scripting Forums AppleScript | Mac OS X
#1

Hi i have a problem with MacPro1,1 models and Safari requiring to run Safari in 32 bit mode. I have researched trying to set the com.apple.LaunchServices.plist via MCX but this doesnt work as it seems to add the machines host name in binary to the plist.

I am trying to work out GUI scripting via applescript and have looked at the UI Browser but i am unable to format an applescript that will do this.

My idea is to run the applescript and then with a simple bash script copy the com.apple.LaunchServices.plist to the default user Template

Please can someone help with this?

Thanks

#2

Do one of 2 things:

Find Safari in the Finder, highlight it, Get Info (Command I)… click the 32-bit switch. Presto… Safari in 32 bit mode.

Alternative: Duplicate the Safari app in the Finder and Name the copy “Safari (32-bit)” and use that one when u need to … I have both in the dock and have run both simultaneously with no issues.

#3

I’ve already answered this question and can be found here. You can run a specific architecture with command line utility arch. Gui scripting is not the way to do this.
click here