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Error deleting files from Desktop and Documents on Mac

So i am trying to delete some files from my documents and desktop but i keep getting this error, these are files that are on my actual computer not my icloud drive, and when i try to delete my icloud from my computer i get this error as well. Also i'd like to point out that i have sync documents and desktop turned off on my icloud drive.


If anyone could please help, this is so frustrating


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MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 15.1

Posted on Jan 19, 2025 5:14 AM

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User profile for user: leroydouglas
leroydouglas
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Jan 19, 2025 7:45 AM in response to Clarkphillips365


If you are using iCloud Drive try turning the sync back on, then delete your local files...and compare your results.


Set up iCloud Drive - Apple Support

Set up iCloud Drive - Apple Support


Add your Desktop and Documents files to iCloud Drive - Apple ...

Add your Desktop and Documents files to iCloud Drive - Apple Support


How to Restore Your Desktop and Documents After Disabling ...

https://www.howtogeek.com/273629/how-to-restore-your-desktop-and-documents-after-disabling-icloud-sync-in-macos-sierra/


How to find your Documents and Desktop folder contents after disabling ...

https://www.macworld.com/article/3396119/how-to-find-your-documents-and-desktop-folder-contents-after-disabling-icloud-sync.html


Finder>Go>Go to Folder>copy & paste:

~/iCloud Drive (Archive)


iCloud Drive (Archive) - here you should find all your files





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