Hey! Just FYI, I investigated an issue with macOS Sierra that affects all Eclipse packages. I am posting this here since I think this could affect potentially many users: https://bugs.eclipse.org/bugs/show_bug.cgi?id=507328
The bottom line is: If you download Eclipse, extract the file, and start Eclipse.app on macOS Sierra without moving it to a different location, all your additional plugin installs and global settings will be lost each time you restart your machine (or more frequently). The reason: macOS Sierra Gatekeeper Path Randomization happens and moves the app bundle to a read-only private folder on your disc. This happens after every restart to a new randomized location. The launcher has therefore no idea how to find the old config area and creates a new one. The workaround: Move the Eclipse.app after extracting it to a different location on disc (using the Finder) or start the executable inside instead of the .app bundle. (others mentioned in the bug) Maybe this should be mentioned in the n&n doc, release notes, or FAQ. Possible solution: Create a signed DMG that forces people to move the app after opening the DMG. Cheers, -Martin _______________________________________________ cross-project-issues-dev mailing list [email protected] To change your delivery options, retrieve your password, or unsubscribe from this list, visit https://dev.eclipse.org/mailman/listinfo/cross-project-issues-dev
