Is it possible to load non-default launchd plist files from the /etc configuration file?

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I created the /etc/launchd.conf file but at start the content is never read.

The content of launchd.conf is: load /System/Library/LaunchDaemons/KillVuze.plist

(I run on OSX 10.7.2 )

If I load the plist by command line the "launchd list" show my plist as registered, but not after reboot even if I proper set the /etc/launchd.conf

Is this loading of non-default plist files (those stored outside the normal locations) best accomplished in this manner?

Is there some reason you need to save the plist in /System/Library/LaunchDaemons/? Ones in ~/Library/LaunchAgents/ and /Library/LaunchAgents/ should get loaded automatically. — Lri, Commented May 29, 2012 at 16:46

Graham Miln · Accepted Answer · 2012-05-29 16:51:09Z

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To load a launchd job at start up, you need to store your job description plist file in one of two folders:

Do not edit or store launchd job description files in the /System folder. This folder is reserved for exclusive use by Apple.

You do not need to edit any configuration files.

answered May 29, 2012 at 16:51

Graham Miln

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