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Accidentally moved photos_library to trash - how to move back

Hi, I accented placed photos library in the trash, how can I move back. I have tried right click or ctrl+click but I do not get the option to put back the app.

Mac mini, macOS 13.3

Posted on Dec 23, 2023 12:12 PM

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John Galt

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Posted on Dec 23, 2023 5:55 PM

If those actions do not work you can simply select the item in the Trash, and then File > Put Back. That ensures the item will be returned to its original location.

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