You try to run a PowerShell script on macOS with pwsh ./myscript.ps1 but get a permission denied error. What is the most likely fix?

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You try to run a PowerShell script on macOS with pwsh ./myscript.ps1 but get a permission denied error. What is the most likely fix?

AUse <code>sudo pwsh ./myscript.ps1</code> to run as admin

BRun <code>chmod +x myscript.ps1</code> to add execute permission

CRename the script to <code>myscript.sh</code>

DReinstall PowerShell on macOS

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify cause of permission denied
On macOS, scripts need execute permission to run. Without it, you get a permission denied error.
Step 2: Fix permission issue
Using chmod +x myscript.ps1 adds execute permission, allowing the script to run.
Final Answer:
Run chmod +x myscript.ps1 to add execute permission -> Option B
Quick Check:
Permission denied? Add execute permission with chmod [OK]

Quick Trick: Add execute permission with chmod +x before running script [OK]

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