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Charlie1978 Author

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How do I change file kind from 'package' to 'folder'?

When I try to open my Pictures folder it asks what application I want to open it. When I clicked on Get Info I noticed that the file kind has changed from Folder to Package. Anyone know how I can change it back to a folder? Thanks.

iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.4)

Posted on Sep 19, 2010 3:54 AM

20 replies

Nov 10, 2011 5:25 AM in response to Francine Schwieder

Hello Francine...

I need help. I don't understand what to do. I have this exact issue. When I open terminal I just drag the setfile into the box then do what?

Thanks!

Nov 10, 2011 6:09 AM in response to Francine Schwieder

Okay I was able to change it but now it says folder... do I have to rebuild my library? Thanks

Nov 10, 2011 8:05 AM in response to cschwallie

I don't understand your question. WHAT says folder? As I mentioned above, to see the change from package to folder in the Finder you need to close the home folder and then reopen it.

Francine

Nov 10, 2011 1:14 PM in response to Francine Schwieder

The kind now says folder... so do I need to recreate an iphoto library and then inport the pictures?

Thanks so much!

Feb 8, 2014 2:46 PM in response to Charlie1978

Yeah, so actually it changed from "iPhoto Library" to "package" right?

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How do I change file kind from 'package' to 'folder'?