public folders?


  1. cptncherokee
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    windows 7 home premium x64
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    public folders?


    Can I toss the public folders out of my libraries? I really don't do the sharing thing. Just wondering ..
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  3. Brink
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    Hello Kris,

    Yes, you can remove them from being included in your libraries if you like. :)

    Library - Remove a Included Folder

    Hope this helps,
    Shawn
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  4. cptncherokee
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    Thank you it was very helpful.
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  6. Brink
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    You're most welcome. :)
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