kextfind MacOS command

The MacOS kextfind command is used to locate kernel extensions within a specified directory. It searches for kernel extensions based on various criteria such as bundle identifier, version, and architectures. The kextfind command is helpful in troubleshooting issues related to kernel extensions and can be used to identify and manage installed extensions on the system. This command provides a flexible way to search for kernel extensions and gather information about them quickly and efficiently.

kextfind Syntax:

kextfind [options] [parameter]

kextfind Options:

Option	Description
-print	Print the paths of the found kernel extensions.

Parameters:

Parameter	Description
extension_name	Name of the kernel extension to search for.

kextfind Command Usage Examples:

Search for Network-related Kernel Extensions

kextfind -b com.apple.network

Searches for kernel extensions related to network components on the MacOS system.

Find Kernel Extensions Required for Audio Devices

kextfind -b com.apple.audio

Locates kernel extensions necessary for audio devices to function properly on a MacOS system.

Search for Input Device Kernel Extensions

kextfind -subdirs /System/Library/Extensions -name "*input*"

Searches for kernel extensions related to input devices in the specified directory on the MacOS system.

Find Kernel Extensions Associated with Graphics Processing

kextfind -b com.apple.kext.AMD

Locates kernel extensions associated with AMD graphics processing on a MacOS system.

Search for Kernel Extensions by Vendor

kextfind -s 1 -b com.intel

Searches for kernel extensions from the vendor “Intel” on the MacOS system.

Tip

Make sure to use the appropriate options and values when using the kextfind command to accurately search for kernel extensions in MacOS.

How do I search for a specific kernel extension file using kextfind in MacOS?

To search for a specific kernel extension file, use the -name option followed by the name of the file. For example:

kextfind -name AppleHDA.kext

How can I list all currently loaded kernel extensions in MacOS using kextfind?

To list all currently loaded kernel extensions, use the -loaded option. Here is an example command:

kextfind -loaded

How do I search for kernel extensions based on the bundle identifier using kextfind in MacOS?

To search for kernel extensions based on the bundle identifier, use the -bundle-id option followed by the bundle identifier. For instance:

kextfind -bundle-id com.apple.driver.AppleHDA

How can I find the location of a specific kernel extension using kextfind in MacOS?

To find the location of a specific kernel extension, use the -bundle-path option followed by the path of the kernel extension you are looking for. Here is an example command:

kextfind -bundle-path /System/Library/Extensions/IOAudioFamily.kext

How do I search for kernel extensions that are signed using kextfind in MacOS?

To search for kernel extensions that are signed, utilize the -signed option. An example of the command is shown below:

kextfind -signed

How can I display the version information of kernel extensions with kextfind in MacOS?

To display the version information of kernel extensions, use the -version option. Here is an example command:

kextfind -version

How do I search for kernel extensions within a specific directory using kextfind in MacOS?

To search for kernel extensions within a specific directory, specify the directory path after the command. For example:

kextfind /Library/Extensions

How can I search for kernel extensions that were modified after a certain date using kextfind in MacOS?

To search for kernel extensions that were modified after a certain date, use the -after option followed by the specified date. Here is an example command:

kextfind -after 2021-01-01

Applications of the kextfind command

• Finding kernel extensions (kexts) in MacOS.
• Locating specific kext files on the system.
• Troubleshooting issues related to kernel extensions.