Can't move a folder, getting error code -50

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1Bomawi1 Author

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Can't move a folder, getting error code -50

Can't move a folder, getting error code -50 on my laptop. What is error -50

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Jan 18, 2022 10:22 AM

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Answer 1

Jeff_W.

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Jan 19, 2022 9:20 AM in response to 1Bomawi1

Hi 1Bomawi1!

It sounds like you’re seeing an error when you try to move a folder on your Mac, and we’re happy to help. Let's try starting the Mac in safe mode, then try to move the folder again:

How to use safe mode on your Mac

Cheers!

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1Bomawi1 Author

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Jan 19, 2022 10:14 AM in response to Jeff_W.

I found out that it was a true copy of a folder, but without the ending being "Copy". I think that's what it was. But thank you for your prompt offer for helping.

Bo

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