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Encountering a `File Not Found` error while using Tkinter’s askopenfilename() on your Mac? This guide provides a clear solution to help you fix it easily!
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Resolving the File Not Found Error in Tkinter's askopenfilename() on Mac

If you're using Tkinter on a Mac and have followed a Windows-centric guide, you might run into a frustrating File Not Found error when working with file dialogs. This common error can happen if you're following a video guide, like those found on Codemy, but running the code on a different operating system. In this guide, we'll dive into why this issue occurs and how to fix it effectively.

Understanding the Problem

You've written a simple function to open a text file using askopenfilename() from the filedialog module in Tkinter. It seems to work perfectly until the moment you select a file. Instead of successfully opening it, you encounter a FileNotFoundError, leading you to wonder what went wrong. Here's an overview of the code that's causing the issue:

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The Core Issue

Variable vs. String: The error stems from this line: text_file1 = open("text_file", "r"). Instead of using the variable text_file that holds the path to the selected file, it erroneously uses a string "text_file" which does not point to any existing file. As a result, Python throws an error stating that this file cannot be found.

The Solution

To resolve this error, you need to modify the line where the file is opened. Here's the step-by-step process:

Step 1: Change the Line of Code

You should replace the problematic line of code with the following:

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Step 2: Why It Works

Correct Usage of Variables: By switching to text_file, you are now correctly referencing the variable that contains the filepath rather than incorrectly trying to open a string value. This small change ensures that Python attempts to open the actual file chosen by the user through the file dialog.

Updated Code Example:

Here's the updated version of your function:

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Conclusion

By ensuring that you reference variables correctly in your Python code, you can avoid common errors like the File Not Found message you're encountering. Programming on different operating systems can sometimes lead to confusion, especially when following guides based on another OS, but it can often be resolved with a simple adjustment.
Now you should be able to select a text file without problems and enjoy your coding adventure with Tkinter! Happy coding!