Unlike the software developed for Windows system, most of the applications installed in Mac OS X generally can be removed with relative ease. TeamViewer is a third party application that provides additional functionality to OS X system and enjoys a popularity among Mac users. However, instead of installing it by dragging its icon to the Application folder, uninstalling TeamViewer may need you to do more than a simple drag-and-drop to the Trash.

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One program worth trying is TeamViewer. With TeamViewer installed on your Mac and on another device (either a PC or mobile device), you can set up and customize your remote sessions and then.

When installed, TeamViewer creates files in several locations. Delete microsoft office cache mac. Generally, its additional files, such as preference files and application support files, still remains on the hard drive after you delete TeamViewer from the Application folder, in case that the next time you decide to reinstall it, the settings of this program still be kept. But if you are trying to uninstall TeamViewer in full and free up your disk space, removing all its components is highly necessary. Continue reading this article to learn about the proper methods for uninstalling TeamViewer.

Manually uninstall TeamViewer step by step:

Most applications in Mac OS X are bundles that contain all, or at least most, of the files needed to run the application, that is to say, they are self-contained. Thus, different from the program uninstall method of using the control panel in Windows, Mac users can easily drag any unwanted application to the Trash and then the removal process is started. Despite that, you should also be aware that removing an unbundled application by moving it into the Trash leave behind some of its components on your Mac. To fully get rid of TeamViewer from your Mac, you can manually follow these steps:

1. Terminate TeamViewer process(es) via Activity Monitor

Before uninstalling TeamViewer, you’d better quit this application and end all its processes. If TeamViewer is frozen, you can press Cmd +Opt + Esc, select TeamViewer in the pop-up windows and click Force Quit to quit this program (this shortcut for force quit works for the application that appears but not for its hidden processes).

Open Activity Monitor in the Utilities folder in Launchpad, and select All Processes on the drop-down menu at the top of the window. Select the process(es) associated with TeamViewer in the list, click Quit Process icon in the left corner of the window, and click Quit in the pop-up dialog box (if that doesn’t work, then try Force Quit).

2. Delete TeamViewer application using the Trash

First of all, make sure to log into your Mac with an administrator account, or you will be asked for a password when you try to delete something.

Open the Applications folder in the Finder (if it doesn’t appear in the sidebar, go to the Menu Bar, open the “Go” menu, and select Applications in the list), search for TeamViewer application by typing its name in the search field, and then drag it to the Trash (in the dock) to begin the uninstall process. Alternatively you can also click on the TeamViewer icon/folder and move it to the Trash by pressing Cmd + Del or choosing the File and Move to Trash commands.

For the applications that are installed from the App Store, you can simply go to the Launchpad, search for the application, click and hold its icon with your mouse button (or hold down the Option key), then the icon will wiggle and show the “X” in its left upper corner. Click the “X” and click Delete in the confirmation dialog.

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3. Remove all components related to TeamViewer in Finder

Though TeamViewer has been deleted to the Trash, its lingering files, logs, caches and other miscellaneous contents may stay on the hard disk. For complete removal of TeamViewer, you can manually detect and clean out all components associated with this application. You can search for the relevant names using Spotlight. Those preference files of TeamViewer can be found in the Preferences folder within your user’s library folder (~/Library/Preferences) or the system-wide Library located at the root of the system volume (/Library/Preferences/), while the support files are located in '~/Library/Application Support/' or '/Library/Application Support/'.

Open the Finder, go to the Menu Bar, open the “Go” menu, select the entry: Go to Folder.. and then enter the path of the Application Support folder:~/Library

Search for any files or folders with the program’s name or developer’s name in the ~/Library/Preferences/, ~/Library/Application Support/ and ~/Library/Caches/ folders. Right click on those items and click Move to Trash to delete them.

Meanwhile, search for the following locations to delete associated items:

• /Library/Preferences/
• /Library/Application Support/
• /Library/Caches/

Besides, there may be some kernel extensions or hidden files that are not obvious to find. In that case, you can do a Google search about the components for TeamViewer. Usually kernel extensions are located in in /System/Library/Extensions and end with the extension .kext, while hidden files are mostly located in your home folder. You can use Terminal (inside Applications/Utilities) to list the contents of the directory in question and delete the offending item.

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4. Empty the Trash to fully remove TeamViewer

If you are determined to delete TeamViewer permanently, the last thing you need to do is emptying the Trash. To completely empty your trash can, you can right click on the Trash in the dock and choose Empty Trash, or simply choose Empty Trash under the Finder menu (Notice: you can not undo this act, so make sure that you haven’t mistakenly deleted anything before doing this act. If you change your mind, before emptying the Trash, you can right click on the items in the Trash and choose Put Back in the list). In case you cannot empty the Trash, reboot your Mac.

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Tips for the app with default uninstall utility:

You may not notice that, there are a few of Mac applications that come with dedicated uninstallation programs. Though the method mentioned above can solve the most app uninstall problems, you can still go for its installation disk or the application folder or package to check if the app has its own uninstaller first. If so, just run such an app and follow the prompts to uninstall properly. After that, search for related files to make sure if the app and its additional files are fully deleted from your Mac.

Automatically uninstall TeamViewer with MacRemover (recommended):

No doubt that uninstalling programs in Mac system has been much simpler than in Windows system. But it still may seem a little tedious and time-consuming for those OS X beginners to manually remove TeamViewer and totally clean out all its remnants. Why not try an easier and faster way to thoroughly remove it?

If you intend to save your time and energy in uninstalling TeamViewer, or you encounter some specific problems in deleting it to the Trash, or even you are not sure which files or folders belong to TeamViewer, you can turn to a professional third-party uninstaller to resolve troubles. Here MacRemover is recommended for you to accomplish TeamViewer uninstall within three simple steps. MacRemover is a lite but powerful uninstaller utility that helps you thoroughly remove unwanted, corrupted or incompatible apps from your Mac. Now let’s see how it works to complete TeamViewer removal task.

1. Download MacRemover and install it by dragging its icon to the application folder.

2. Launch MacRemover in the dock or Launchpad, select TeamViewer appearing on the interface, and click Run Analysis button to proceed.

3. Review TeamViewer files or folders, click Complete Uninstall button and then click Yes in the pup-up dialog box to confirm TeamViewer removal.

The whole uninstall process may takes even less than one minute to finish, and then all items associated with TeamViewer has been successfully removed from your Mac!

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MacRemover has a friendly and simply interface and even the first-time users can easily operate any unwanted program uninstallation. With its unique Smart Analytic System, MacRemover is capable of quickly locating every associated components of TeamViewer and safely deleting them within a few clicks. Thoroughly uninstalling TeamViewer from your mac with MacRemover becomes incredibly straightforward and speedy, right? You don’t need to check the Library or manually remove its additional files. Actually, all you need to do is a select-and-delete move. As MacRemover comes in handy to all those who want to get rid of any unwanted programs without any hassle, you’re welcome to download it and enjoy the excellent user experience right now!

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TeamViewer installation for Mac to access remotely a work computer from home.

Step-by-step guide

1. Download TeamViewer and install it
   1. Download website (also available on Canvas on Texas Undergraduate Studies course for UGS staff):
      https://www.teamviewer.com/en-us/
   2. Download through 'Download for free' option.
      
   3. Start installation process, agree to the terms and conditions when prompted.
      
      

   4. Provide User Name and Password, and click on Install.
      

2. Initial Setup
   1. TeamViewer should automatically start up with an ‘Initial Setup’ pop-up window. Click ‘Continue’.
      
      

   2. You can set your personal password. This password is needed to remotely access your computer from another device with a TeamViewer client. If you don’t need remote access to your machine, you can skip this step. It is possible to set the password later on TeamViewer preferences if needed. Click ‘Continue’ or ‘Skip’.

      Note

      If you are installing TeamViewer in your personal computer to remotely access your work computer, it might not be absolutely necessary to set up a password in your personal computer. However, if you are configuring your work computer’s password, make sure to contact your IT Coordinator first.

   3. Click on ‘Finish’, the TeamViewer client should open up.
      

3. Authorize system access to TeamViewer
   1. A yellow warning sign should initially appear on the upper left corner labeled as “Check System Access”, click on it.
      
   2. A pop-up window should appear. We need to provide permissions to TeamViewer to access all system capabilities necessary for it to function properly. First, let’s grant it Screen Recording access. Click on “Open Screen Recording Preferences”.
      
      
   3. In the new Security and Privacy window click on the lock in the lower left corner to be able to make changes, and provide your User Name and Password.
      
      

   4. A TeamViewer Icon should be visible in the list of programs. Click on its checkbox.
      

   5. A small pop-up window should appear asking to quit “TeamViewer” for it to be able to have screen recording capabilities. Click on ‘later’, we’ll quit TeamViewer and restart it at the end of the set up.
      
   6. Go back to the ‘Review System Access’ window in TeamViewer. ‘Screen Recording’ should now appear as ‘Allowed’. Click now on ‘Request Access…’ under ‘Accessibility. Proceed to click on “Open System Preferences” in the pop-up window.
      
      
      
   7. In the Security and Privacy window, the make changes lock should be unlocked already, however, if not, proceed to unlock it again by clicking on it and providing credentials. In the list of programs being shown, enable the checkbox of TeamViewer.
      
      
   8. Go back to the ‘Review System Access’ window in TeamViewer. ‘Accessibility’ should now appear as ‘Allowed’ as well. Click now on ‘Open Full Disk Access Preferences…’ under ‘Full Disk Access’.
      
      
   9. On the Security and Privacy window, make sure again the lock in the lower left corner is open. TeamViewer might not be visible in this case among the list of programs. To add TeamViewer to the list of programs being shown, click on the plus sign ‘+’ at the bottom of the list.
      
      
   10. A Finder window should appear, go into Applications and look for the TeamViewer Icon. Select the TeamViewer icon and click ‘Open’
       
       
   11. TeamViewer should now be among the list of programs. Its checkbox will be automatically enabled, if not, enable it.
       
       
   12. A small pop-up window will prompt you again to quit TeamViewer. Click on ‘Quit Now’. TeamViewer should automatically close.
       
       
   13. Open TeamViewer again. Verify the yellow warning sign has disappeared now.
       
       
4. FOR WORK COMPUTER ONLY: Configure ‘Prevent computer from sleeping automatically’
   If TeamViewer is being installed/configured in a work computer (the one that will be remotely accessed from a personal/home computer), it is necessary to prevent the computer from going into sleep mode, otherwise, the computer would not be available for remote access from home.
   1. Go into System Preferences, and click on ‘Energy Saver’
      
      
   2. Unlock the ‘make changes’ lock on the lower left corner by providing your User Name and Password.
      
   3. Enable “Prevent computer from sleeping automatically when display is off”, and lock the ‘make changes’ lock.
      
      

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