Can't move folders or files inside Explorer


  1. ainoshoes
    Posts : 15
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32b
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    Can't move folders or files inside Explorer


    Desktop is ok..

    But i don't have the black separator when i try to move files or folders opening explorer & c:\
    none can be moved (between folders or files), & drag & drop doesn't show the "move" option
    in the same folder when i try to order files or folders differently in the same window .. .

    I only get move option if i simulate a move/hovering on another folder .. .
    but the aim is to put them elsewhere in the same folder .. .

    I don't even have "auto arrange" or "align" submenu option inside explorer
    (it's present on the desktop)

    I'm lost
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  3. boohbah
    Posts : 14,606
    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 7600
       New #2

    im thinking you are used to vista, windows 7 doesnt do these things any longer by default
    but there is a way
    try this tutorial it should get you where you want to be.
    Windows Explorer Auto Arrange - Disable

    welcome to the forum
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  4. ainoshoes
    Posts : 15
    Windows 7 Ultimate 32b
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    Can't move folders or files inside Explorer


    thanks a lot, i now in auto arrange mode & align to grid in explorer can move folders & files up & down & see the black separator, it's a plus & i'm feeling free now
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  6. boohbah
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    glad to help. its that very issue that brought me to sevenforums 3 years ago, stick around there is much to learn.
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