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Files being automatically put in trash

Why are files I never deleted being put in my trash? Crazy!

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.2

Posted on Apr 6, 2021 10:41 AM

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Posted on Apr 6, 2021 4:27 PM

Hi Paulisalive,


There are two possible reasons:

  • If you run any cleaners, which you NEVER should, they might automatically go through your Mac and delete duplicates, etc.
  • It is also possible you accidentally dragged them in or hit "Move to Trash".


Monitor over the next few days, deleting any cleaners, i.e. CleanMyMac/Norton, and observe.


Cheers,


Jack

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Apr 6, 2021 4:27 PM in response to Paulisalive

Hi Paulisalive,


There are two possible reasons:

  • If you run any cleaners, which you NEVER should, they might automatically go through your Mac and delete duplicates, etc.
  • It is also possible you accidentally dragged them in or hit "Move to Trash".


Monitor over the next few days, deleting any cleaners, i.e. CleanMyMac/Norton, and observe.


Cheers,


Jack

Files being automatically put in trash

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