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Hello: If all of my files are downloaded to my iCloud Drive why do I see Waiting to update, Waiting to download, or Waiting to upload designated to the folder holding those files?

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Posted on Jan 19, 2021 6:34 AM

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Jan 21, 2021 5:16 AM in response to melissa_m77

Hello: I spoke with an Apple support person yesterday. She suggested I reload MacOS, and also directed me to signed out of iCloud Drive, then, sign back in, which seems to have fixed the issue. This morning I updated some file and they all uploaded without an issue. Thank you for your reply and suggestions.

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Jan 20, 2021 6:52 PM in response to jdip101

Hello jdip101,

Thanks for reaching out in Apple Support Communities. We understand that all your files are downloaded to iCloud but you see "Waiting to update" or "Waiting to download." We're happy to help. Are you connected to a reliable internet connection. This helps to rule out any network issues.

Check out the following support articles:

iCloud Drive FAQ

Add your Desktop and Documents files to iCloud Drive

Access iCloud Drive files from your iPhone and other devices

Specifically, use these steps:

"If your files don't update to iCloud Drive"

If the steps above don't help, reach out for additional support here: Get Support

Cheers!

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Bohdie

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Feb 3, 2021 6:27 AM in response to jdip101

Hello. I'm wondering what exactly is meant by "reload MacOS"? Is this a complete erasure of the drive and fresh install of the OS, or a smaller undertaking?

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