Renaming Files and Folders not working with macOS Monterey

When I try to click on a filename or folder name to edit/rename nothing happens. In most cases the file or folder opens up. Any ideas?

Posted on Nov 6, 2021 4:59 PM

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jeffreythefrog

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Posted on Nov 6, 2021 5:08 PM

single click on the folder's name to highlight the name.

then, when highlighted, press the keyboard's "return" key. you will then be able to rename it.

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