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« Reply #15 on: September 24, 2016, 06:07:41 AM »
QUOTE(kimmer @ Sep 23 2016, 09:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Never mind, I figured it out.  rolleyes.gif

What did you do? Inquiring minds want to know.
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« Reply #16 on: September 24, 2016, 09:57:41 AM »
Ditto, Jon.

Someone please simplify it for me, as I know nothing about "terminal."

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« Reply #17 on: September 24, 2016, 10:11:30 AM »
Just open Terminal like any other app. Type in your password, if asked. Type the 'defaults write' text as copied from the site. Press return. Quit Terminal. Terminal is just another app except it is all text-based, just like the Apple ][! Just don't type commands into Terminal unless you know where they come from. Just like opening any downloaded app; know where it came from and that the dev is trustworthy.

Replace the "X" with whatever minimum font size you want. You'll also probably have to Quit Safari and then open it again for the changes to take effect.
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defaults write com.apple.Safari com.apple.Safari.ContentPageGroupIdentifier.WebKit2MinimumFontSize -int X
« Last Edit: September 24, 2016, 01:01:03 PM by Xairbusdriver »
THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF COUNTRIES
Those that use metric = #1 Measurement system
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« Reply #18 on: September 24, 2016, 12:30:28 PM »
QUOTE(jchuzi @ Sep 24 2016, 04:07 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE(kimmer @ Sep 23 2016, 09:28 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Never mind, I figured it out.  rolleyes.gif

What did you do? Inquiring minds want to know.

First, I wasn't understanding it was code for terminal (I have had a long couple of days), and I don't normally do terminal things. I don't understand terminal other than I can screw up my iMac in a major way, so terminal commands were always something Sneakers did for me. Then it took me a minute to realize I had to replace the "X" with a number.  rolleyes.gif  Like I said, it has been a long couple of days filled with loads of little problems that piled one on top of another, and the trend continues this morning. I really didn't want to fess up to my brain dead moment, so I said "never mind". Now you know. And I’m not blonde either.  harhar.gif
« Last Edit: September 24, 2016, 12:30:52 PM by kimmer »

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« Reply #19 on: September 24, 2016, 03:35:13 PM »
Yes, Terminal can be dangerous and intimidating. That's why I try to copy and paste a command instead of typing it, in order to avoid typos.
QUOTE(jwboyd @ Sep 24 2016, 10:57 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Ditto, Jon.Someone please simplify it for me, as I know nothing about "terminal."Joe
Jim's instructions are good but he failed to tell you how to get to Terminal. It resides in /Applications/Utilities. The most intuitive way to get to it is to be in Finder and click Go. Then, select Utilities.Another, even easier way to launch an app. is to invoke Spotlight and type the name of the app. Then, when Spotlight suggests Terminal, simply press Return. I usually use Spotlight as a fast app launcher.
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« Reply #20 on: September 24, 2016, 03:53:23 PM »
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The most intuitive way
In my opinion (which is the one most important to me!) the most intuitive way to access it is to use PathFinder and have Terminal available in any PF window, even both panes. If you still use Finder, simply drag Terminal into the Side Bar, although I assume everyone would have "Utilities" in that area, already. Or install it in the Dock. Is "Spotlight" still in the OS?! 8)
« Last Edit: September 24, 2016, 03:54:31 PM by Xairbusdriver »
THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF COUNTRIES
Those that use metric = #1 Measurement system
And the United States = The Banana system
CAUTION! Childhood vaccinations cause adults! :yes:

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« Reply #21 on: September 25, 2016, 02:44:38 PM »
I found Applications/Utilities/Terminal and opened Terminal. Do I then use a new window and paste in
defaults write com.apple.Safari com.apple.Safari.ContentPageGroupIdentifier.WebKit2MinimumFontSize -int X
???
I do understand that the X must be replaced with a number.

Thanks.

Joe
« Last Edit: September 25, 2016, 04:35:36 PM by jwboyd »
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« Reply #22 on: September 25, 2016, 03:49:01 PM »
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I found Applications/Utilities/Terminal and opened Terminal. Do I then use a new window and paste in
defaults write com.apple.Safari com.apple.Safari.ContentPageGroupIdentifier.WebKit2MinimumFontSize -int X
???
I do understand that the X must be replaced with a number.

Thanks.

Joe
You don't have to open a new window. Paste that command via the usual command and press Return. As was previously stated, you'll have to relaunch Safari to see the change take effect.
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« Reply #23 on: September 25, 2016, 04:45:01 PM »
It worked!
My old tired eyes are happy again.

Thanks to all who helped. You're the greatest!

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« Reply #24 on: September 25, 2016, 06:16:48 PM »
Please note that no computers were harmed by Terminal when using it like this. Just remember to know where the 'defaults write' text comes from! If you find it here, it is usually OK, at least if you recognize the name of the poster. Might be wise to check another post from that 'person' and compare their "Posts:" number with who you think it is. As my eyes get older (almost as fast as the rest of my body), and my mind slows down (even more!), I sometimes "see" one thing and then discover it was something else! Matching/comparing "Posts:" numbers should point out an imposter!

Of course, we always encourage asking a question! This is the only forum where I know that I can ask a "stupid" question and not be ridiculed (too badly rolleyes.gif )!

Search the forums with something like "defaults write" and you might find some more useful things that have been found. Just confirm what version of the OS/app they were created for. They may not be compatible in newer or older versions. It's similar to cooking, if you have a bit of training on how to use the stove/oven, you can make some great meals. That's one reason I like to just sit, eat, and praise the cook! laughhard.gif
THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF COUNTRIES
Those that use metric = #1 Measurement system
And the United States = The Banana system
CAUTION! Childhood vaccinations cause adults! :yes:

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« Reply #25 on: September 26, 2016, 12:24:00 PM »
I just installed Safari 10 on my clone and saw no difference is font size.
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« Reply #26 on: October 24, 2016, 09:23:18 PM »
Who says Aplle doesn't listen?!
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the return of Safari’s accessibility option to “Never use font sizes smaller than” when displaying fonts on Web pages

Unfortunately, this may only come as the 10.12.1 update. But this does make an upgrade a bit sooner than yesterday...
THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF COUNTRIES
Those that use metric = #1 Measurement system
And the United States = The Banana system
CAUTION! Childhood vaccinations cause adults! :yes:

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« Reply #27 on: October 25, 2016, 06:24:28 AM »
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Who says Aplle doesn't listen?!
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the return of Safari’s accessibility option to “Never use font sizes smaller than” when displaying fonts on Web pages

Unfortunately, this may only come as the 10.12.1 update. But this does make an upgrade a bit sooner than yesterday...

I just updated to Safari 10.0.1 and that option is there in the Advanced tab of Safari preferences.
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« Reply #28 on: October 25, 2016, 09:39:52 AM »
Yes, I just checked the App Store (which was not indicating any updates available) and then it 'woke up' and listed both Safari and the Security Updates. rolleyes.gif So I can still wait on getting MacOS 10.12 Sierra. clap.gif
THERE ARE TWO TYPES OF COUNTRIES
Those that use metric = #1 Measurement system
And the United States = The Banana system
CAUTION! Childhood vaccinations cause adults! :yes:

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« Reply #29 on: October 25, 2016, 04:18:12 PM »
QUOTE(jchuzi @ Oct 25 2016, 04:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE(Xairbusdriver @ Oct 24 2016, 10:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Who says Aplle doesn't listen?!
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the return of Safari’s accessibility option to “Never use font sizes smaller than” when displaying fonts on Web pages

Unfortunately, this may only come as the 10.12.1 update. But this does make an upgrade a bit sooner than yesterday...

I just updated to Safari 10.0.1 and that option is there in the Advanced tab of Safari preferences.

Yup, I just updated and there is that lovely option. Happy day!

BTW, before I updated, since I had run the Terminal hack, I ran the "undo" hack in Terminal so that Safari was reset back to the tiny font. For those who ran the hack, here's the undo hack:

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defaults delete com.apple.Safari com.apple.Safari.ContentPageGroupIdentifier.WebKit2MinimumFontSize