I cannot higjtlight the words within the table when I read my PDF in the preview app.
This problem appears after the update.
I can only select the columns or rows of the table, but I cannot do anything to the words.
That is really disturbing.
Is there any solutions to this issue, or can I close this function?
MacBook Air 15″, macOS 26.1
If all else fails give the following a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and test to see if the problem persists. Reboot normally and test again.
NOTE 1: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following;
• Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed
• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)
• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically
• Disables user-installed fonts
• Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files
NOTE 2: if you have a wireless keyboard with rechargeable batteries connect it with its charging cable before booting into Safe Mode. This makes it act as a wired keyboard as will insure a successful boot into Safe Mode.
Try the free Skim PDF reader to see if it allows word selection within a visual PDF table.
Problem of highlighting words in the table in preview
