Unable to move apps to a folder without duplication

On my MacBook Neo I am unable to move apps I don't use into a new folder without it duplicating. There is a lot of apps I don't use and would like to put these in a folder as I am unable to delete them


MacBook Neo

Posted on Jul 25, 2026 3:28 AM

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Posted on Jul 25, 2026 3:42 AM

All built-in apps cannot be moved. If you want to organize, use an alias. Cmd-opt-drag them to create an alias. Build your organization somewhere other than the main applications folder if you wish to “hide” the other apps.

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Unable to move apps to a folder without duplication

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