How to get documents folder back

I have been trying to get my documents folder back on my dock. I can't figure out how despite trying to look things up about it. I really need help. Have a 2009 MacOS.

iMac Pro

Posted on Nov 13, 2019 5:08 PM

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den.thed

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Posted on Nov 13, 2019 5:31 PM

Drag a copy of Documents from your Finder Sidebar list to your Dock.

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den.thed

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Nov 13, 2019 5:31 PM in response to VenusCreations

Drag a copy of Documents from your Finder Sidebar list to your Dock.

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