I have several documents ( files and photos) that I saved to my iMAC desktop for easy retrieval. I no longer need them close at hand but want to save them. I have a cluttered desktop and want to clean it up. What is there process ?
Thank you in advance for your help !
iMac 21.5″, macOS 11.1
you can create a new file or files in your home folder in finder and then move the desktop documents to the appropriate one.
edit "new file or files" to "new folder or folders"
you can also put it in a folder in one of your existing finder folders, or even move it to an external HDD.
Drag the files to the trash. An easy way to organize your desktop is to use stacks https://support.apple.com/guide/mac-help/organize-your-desktop-with-stacks-mh35846/mac
Can I also do it the "long away" by opening the file and moving it to a folder on the hard drive or iCloud ?
yes, you can.
How to remove files from iMac desktop
