Is there a file size limitation on the cut and paste function in OSX?

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Is there a file size limitation on the cut and paste function in OSX?

I have noticed that sometime I am able to cut and paste files and sometimes I can only copy them. Is there a limitation in the system and if so what is it? I have also that sometimes I get the option to keep a duplicate file and sometimes it will only allow me to replace it. Clarity anyone?

MacBook Pro, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.1)

Posted on Aug 23, 2012 3:56 PM

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Barney-15E

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Aug 23, 2012 5:27 PM in response to bryanoutside

You should not be able to "cut" a file at all, regardless of its size. Files can only be copied.

Depending on where you copied it from and where you are trying to copy it to, you may be able to only copy.

If the enclosing folder has an ACL that denies delete, then you wont be able to move it, only copy.

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