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locked desktop

When I attempt to move a file or icon on my desktop, I am told that I cannot because the desktop is locked. How did I lock it and how can I unlock it? Thanks

Posted on Jul 11, 2011 9:55 AM

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Posted on Jul 11, 2011 9:58 AM

Click on it, choose Get Info from the File menu, give yourself Read & Write access, and uncheck the Locked checkbox.


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