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How to Install CJ on your ​Mac

For an easy installation/upgrade, please watch the video or follow our step-by-step instructions below.  ​
​​STOP! The tutorials below are for first-time users.
​If you are upgrading from a previous CJ version,
​watch the 
"Upgrading on Mac" tutorial instead!
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND USING CHROME TO DOWNLOAD THE CJ INSTALLER!
Step-by-Step Guide with images (PDF)
novice_installation_guide_apple_computer_2021.pdf
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Step-by-Step Guide 
  • Be sure and open the email confirming your purchase on the device on which you want to install the program.
  • From the Email, click on the green button “GET DIGITAL PURCHASE” 
  • The link will open in a browser.  Click on DOWNLOAD.
  • Click on the download arrow at the top of your browser and double click on "CJ_v2.0_mac_install.dmg" to begin the installation
  • When prompted, drag the green CJ Icon to the Applications folder, then double click on the applications folder
  • Find and Right Click on the CJ icon
  • At the error message, click  CANCEL
  • Right Click on the CJ icon for a SECOND TIME
  • At the message “MacOS cannot verify the developer of CanastaJunction” by pass by clicking  “OPEN”
  • Canasta Junction will be accessible from the Launchpad or the icon can be dragged from Launchpad to the icon bar easy future access. Alternatively, once OPEN, right click on the CJ Icon in the task bar on the bottom of your computer screen, select OPTIONS and then PIN TO TASK BAR, to keep Canasta Junction easily available.  ​

Installation FAQ

I Can't Right Click on My Mac/The Message unidentified Developer doesn't go away.
The alternative way to clear the error is to go to System Preferences > Security > General Tab > Then click on Open Anyway in the lower half of the screen. It's important to know that circumventing this error will not harm your computer but is a necessary step for any apps that are not developed by Apple or sold through the App Store.

My Installation Stopped Mid-Process

This can occur if your system is compromised.  Try to shut-down and restart. If the problem persists, contact Apple at 1-800-MYAPPLE for additional assistance.

Something Is Preventing The Install
It is possible that you have a virus protection program that is preventing the installation. You should contact the manufacturer of the protection program.

I Can't Find The App
Go to the search icon in the upper right corner of your computer (looks like a magnifying glass) and enter CANASTA JUNCTION, the app should appear. Double click to open.  Once open, save to the icon to your task bar, by right clicking on the icon, select OPTIONS, KEEP IN DOCK.

I Can't Get My Email On My Computer
If you can't retrieve your email on the computer, you will not be able to access the link and download the file to your computer. Please contact your administrator or your computer technician for assistance. Canasta Junction can not assist with password issues unrelated to the game.

I'm Not Tech Savvy, I Don't Think I Can Follow Your Directions
Please watch our video and print out our directions.  If you need more detail, download and print the Installation Guide.  The Step-By-Step guide was developed by an expert computer instructor who specializes in teaching non-techies!  Take your time, read carefully and you will be successful!

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