How to Mount a TrueCrypt Volume in Mac OS X

In order to access the files stored in a TrueCrupt volume, you must first "mount it". After you mount the TrueCrypt volume it will appear on your desktop similar to how an external hard drive or USB drive would appear on your desktop when connected to your computer.

1. Start the TrueCrypt program

Start the application by clicking Go | Applications



Scroll until you find the TryeCrypt icon.



Double-click the TrueCrypt icon to start the program. And click the Select File... button.

 

2. Locate and mount the TrueCrypt volume

Locate your TrueCrypt volume on your computer and highlight it. Then press the Open button to select it.



Hightlight any avaiable "Slot" and then press the Mount button,



Type in the TrueCrypt volume password and then press the OK button.


 

3. Open the mounted TrueCrypt volume

The volume will now be mounted on your desktop just like a removable USB drive or zip disk would appear. Double-click the mounted drive icon to open it.



You can now use the mounted TrueCrypt file just like any other folder on your hard drive. When you drag and drop items to and from the TrueCrypt volume, the items will automatically encrypt or decrypt.

 

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Last updated on November 23, 2010