Mac desktop files issue
Discussion
Mac running Sonoma 14.6.1 (which is being updated as I type).
A number of files and folders on my desktop which I cannot move (for instance to Documents) or delete (move to the bin).
Error is as follows:
[b]The finder cannot complete the operation because some data in "Screenshot 2024-09-28 at 21.28.04 (2)" can't be read or written.
(Error code -36)[/b]
It is the same with any of the desktop files, and files within folders stored on the desktop, Nothing is important, I just want to tidy it up. Additionally, the file name has written underneath... waiting to update.
Error appeared after I topped up the internal HDD (iMovie "movies" folder) and ended up moving the folder to an external drive. I successfully deleted the original Movies folder and iMovie works as advertised since.
Have tried a couple of the work-rounds on line but I am in areas I am uncomfortable with. Could someone talk me through how to fix. Error only evident with desktop files & folders.
Thanks all - appreciate the help!
A number of files and folders on my desktop which I cannot move (for instance to Documents) or delete (move to the bin).
Error is as follows:
[b]The finder cannot complete the operation because some data in "Screenshot 2024-09-28 at 21.28.04 (2)" can't be read or written.
(Error code -36)[/b]
It is the same with any of the desktop files, and files within folders stored on the desktop, Nothing is important, I just want to tidy it up. Additionally, the file name has written underneath... waiting to update.
Error appeared after I topped up the internal HDD (iMovie "movies" folder) and ended up moving the folder to an external drive. I successfully deleted the original Movies folder and iMovie works as advertised since.
Have tried a couple of the work-rounds on line but I am in areas I am uncomfortable with. Could someone talk me through how to fix. Error only evident with desktop files & folders.
Thanks all - appreciate the help!
Edited by mattyn1 on Sunday 29th September 10:48
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