Finder MDM payload settings for Apple devices
Use the Finder payload to control Finder settings and specify which commands can be used on a Mac computer enrolled in a mobile device management (MDM) solution.
The Finder payload supports the following. For more information, see Payload information.
Supported payload identifier: com.apple.finder
Supported operating systems and channels: macOS device, macOS user.
Supported enrollment methods: Device Enrollment, Automated Device Enrollment.
Duplicates allowed: False—only one Finder payload can be delivered to a user or device.
The tables that follow show the Finder payload settings that apply to Finder preferences and Finder commands.
Finder settings
Setting | Description | Required | |||||||||
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Use Regular Finder or Simple Finder | Choose Regular Finder or Simple Finder. Simple Finder restricts most apps and settings. | Yes | |||||||||
Show specific items on the Desktop | The following items can be hidden from appearing on the Desktop:
| No | |||||||||
Show warning before emptying the Trash | The warning before a user empties the Trash can be disabled. | No |
Finder commands
Setting | Description | Required | |||||||||
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Connect to Server | Users can use a dialog that lets them view, select, or manually connect to servers on your local network or on the internet. | No | |||||||||
Eject | Users can eject any mounted volumes or media attached to the Mac. | No | |||||||||
Burn Disc | Information can written to a CD or DVD. | No | |||||||||
Go to Folder | Users can open a folder or file by typing the path to that item. | No | |||||||||
Restart | Users can restart their Mac. | No | |||||||||
Shut Down | Users can shut down their Mac. | No | |||||||||
Log Out | Users can log out of their Mac. | No |
Note: Each MDM vendor implements these settings differently. To learn how various Finder settings are applied to your devices and users, consult your MDM vendor’s documentation.