Overview
The macOS ClickShare Launcher is designed to automatically launch the ClickShare application when a ClickShare Button is connected to a macOS device. Once installed, it runs silently in the background and does not appear in the macOS Launchpad apps list. This launcher is included as a PKG file in the ClickShare Extension Pack, which you can download for free from our website.
🔗 Download the latest version of the ClickShare Extension Pack, click here.
Key features
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Auto-launch: Instantly opens the ClickShare app when a Button is connected.
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Background service: Operates silently without user interaction.
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Flexible installation: Supports both manual and enterprise-wide deployment.
Installation options
1. Manual installation
End-users with administrative rights can install the launcher independently using the provided installer package.
2. Enterprise deployment
IT administrators can deploy the launcher across multiple macOS devices using standard IT deployment tools (e.g., Microsoft Intune). For detailed instructions on deploying the Extension Pack package file using Microsoft Intune, refer to KB13167. While this article focuses on deploying the ClickShare Desktop App, the same deployment method applies to the Extension Pack package file.
Uninstallation options
Method 1: Manual
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Delete the system file:
/Library/LaunchAgents/com.barco.clickshare.buttondector.plist -
Remove the application folder:
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/Library/Application Support/Barco/button_app/on Launcher v1.x -
/Library/Application Support/Barco/ClickShareon Launcher v 2.x
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Restart the macOS device to complete the process.
Method 2: Shell script (Run as Root)
Utilize the shell script available here, also included in this article, to automate the cleanup process. This script ensures thorough removal and verification.
Note – Apple Silicon (M-Series) devices
When using the ClickShare Button for the first time on a Mac with an Apple Silicon processor (such as M1, M2, M3 or similar models), Rosetta 2 must be installed to ensure proper compatibility. If Rosetta 2 is not yet installed on the device, you can install it manually using the steps below:
1. Press Cmd + Space to open Spotlight, type Terminal and launch it.
2. In Terminal, enter the following command softwareupdate --install-rosetta and press Enter.
3. When asked to agree to the license, type a and press Enter.
4. Rosetta 2 will automatically install and complete without further action.
⚠️ Note – End of Rosetta Support
On Apple Silicon (M-series) devices, the current ClickShare Desktop App relies on Apple’s Rosetta 2 translation technology. Apple has announced that macOS 27 (Golden Gate) will be the final release providing full Rosetta 2 support, with Rosetta 2 no longer available for general use beginning with macOS 28.
Barco is working on a native ARM version of the ClickShare App to ensure continued support. For details, see Apple end of Rosetta support and impact on the ClickShare App.
Contact Barco Support
If you encounter any issues with installing or managing the macOS ClickShare Launcher, please contact the Barco Support by creating a ticket (how-to, see KB6024).
