On my iMac I download files then save them to another folder with a different name. When I then delete the downloaded file the file saved in the new folder also disappears. Why is this happening? Can I prevent it?
Hi Bal4d!
Thanks for clarifying further. If you have a Time Machine backup, you may be able to restore them using these instructions:
Restore items backed up with Time Machine on Mac
If you have further questions, you can contact Apple Support using this link:
Cheers!
Hi Bal4d!
It sounds like downloaded files are deleted after moving them to a new folder and deleting the copy from the downloads folder, and we're happy to help. What process are you following to save the files to a new folder? Are you dragging from the Downloads folder to another location?
Cheers!
Hi Jeff
Downloaded files usually open in Preview. From there I use the "Export as pdf" command to save them in a new folder with a modified file name. I clear out my download folder periodically to Trash. I recently went looking for some files to find the new folder empty. and can only think they disappeared when I emptied the Download Folder.
Thanks
Saved files disappear when download folder files deleted
