Section 7- Copying Files, Folders, Aliases

Copying Files, Folders, Aliases

Copying is the action performed when you want to make a duplicate file, folder, or alias and locate it on either the same storage device (ex. desktop to hard drive) or different storage device (ex. hard drive to floppy).

To copy a file, directory or shortcut to a different storage device click on the item you want to copy and drag it to the new storage device. When the new storage device becomes highlighted release the mouse button and the copying process will begin. You will know the copy process has started because the “Copying to” status box will appear on the screen.

The "Copy to" status box will automatically disappear once the file has been completely copied. The item will then be visible in the new location as well as the old location with the same name.

To copy a file to another location on the same storage device, hold down the option key, click on the item you want to relocate, and drag the item to the new location.

Select the item to copy so it becomes highlighted. Then click on the File menu and select Duplicate. A new copy of the original item will be created, and then you can drag the extra copy to a different location on the same storage device.

A copy of the item will now appear in the new location with the same name as the original file. You will know this process is taking place and when it is complete because the Copy to dialog box will appear on the screen and then disappear.