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Enable Norton in File Provider extension to scan individual files or folders easily on Mac

The Norton Scan option in the File Provider extension is automatically added and enabled when you install your Norton device security app on your Mac. You can view this in your macOS settings under Login Items & Extensions.

Why Enable Norton in File Provider?

  • Adds Norton Scan to the right-click menu so you can scan individual files or folders without opening the Norton device security app.

  • Improves security by making on-demand scans easier.

If the Norton Scan option is missing from the contextual menu, enable Norton in the File Provider extension again.

Enable Norton in File Provider extension

  1. Click the Apple Menu icon and click System Settings.

  2. Click General on the left pane, then click Login Items & Extensions on the right pane.

  3. Scroll down to the Extensions section, next to File Providers, click the info button.

  4. From the available list of extensions, next to Norton, click the slider so that it is enabled (On). This includes Norton Scan in the contextual menu.

  5. Click Done.

  6. If prompted, type your Mac administrator account password, and then click Ok.

You have now successfully enabled Norton in File Provider extension. The Norton Scan option should now appear in your right-click menu.

DocID: v20251113162429603
Last modified: 11/13/2025

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