Error “The folder can't be moved here” for Documents and Pictures Folders, Caused by OneDrive

1. Can't move the folder because there is a folder OneDrive?
2. How do I move folders from OneDrive?
3. How do I fix my Documents folder?
4. How do I unlink My Documents folder from OneDrive?
5. Can't move folder because it is open in another program?
6. Why are my documents in OneDrive?
7. Will I lose files if I unlink OneDrive?
8. How do I upload an entire folder to OneDrive?
9. How do I delete OneDrive files without deleting them from my PC?
10. Why has my folder disappeared?
11. How do I restore the default user folder?
12. How do I restore the default folder location in Windows 10?

Can't move the folder because there is a folder OneDrive?

Bottom Line. When you find that the folder can't be moved and receive the error “Can't move the folder because there is a folder in the same location that can't be redirected”, you can try re-linking OneDrive to your PC or modifying User Shell Folders Registry Key.

How do I move folders from OneDrive?

Here's how.

1. Right click the OneDrive taskbar icon and select Settings.
2. Click the Unlink OneDrive button under the Account tab. ...
3. Launch File Explorer.
4. Navigate to and select the OneDrive folder. ...
5. Click the Move to button on the Home tab.
6. Select Choose location.
7. Select the new location and click Move.

How do I fix my Documents folder?

How to Restore My Documents Folder

1. Navigate to the "My Documents" folder in the "Start" menu. ...
2. Right-click the "My Documents" folder and select "Properties" from the right-click menu. ...
3. Go to the "Target" tab of the dialog box. ...
4. Click "Apply" to save the changes and "OK" to close the "My Documents Properties" dialog box.

How do I unlink My Documents folder from OneDrive?

From Onedrive go to settings-->account then click on the unlink tab. After that configure your account again, when the wizard ask you for the location select the C:\Users\jjcla\Documents path then click ok next choose this location.

Can't move folder because it is open in another program?

If you're unable to move a certain file due to The action cannot be completed because the file is open in another program message, you might want to try opening and closing that file. This is a simple workaround and by opening and closing the file you'll ensure that it's not open in any application.

Why are my documents in OneDrive?

In Windows 10, OneDrive is the default save location for your files and documents. This means new documents or files are automatically saved to OneDrive unless you opt to save them to a different location on your PC.

Will I lose files if I unlink OneDrive?

Unlink OneDrive

You won't lose files or data by unlinking OneDrive from your computer. You can always access your files by signing in to OneDrive.com. Select the white or blue OneDrive cloud icon in the taskbar or menu bar. next to the notification area to see the OneDrive icon.

How do I upload an entire folder to OneDrive?

Upload and save files and folders to OneDrive

1. Select Upload > Files or Upload > Folder.
2. Select the files or folder you want to upload.
3. Select Open or Select Folder.

How do I delete OneDrive files without deleting them from my PC?

The best way to delete a file from OneDrive but keep it on your computer is to move it out of your OneDrive folder to another folder on your PC that isn't within OneDrive. Depending on the urgency, you may then want to empty OneDrive's Recycle Bin online.

Why has my folder disappeared?

If your files and folders disappeared, maybe you should check for hidden files and folders. Sometimes, files and folders might appear missing, but they are actually hidden. To show hidden files and folders, follow the above steps. ... In most cases, the files should be in the same folder where you left them.

How do I restore the default user folder?

In the contextual menu that shows up, select Properties. Windows 10 now opens the Properties window for that user folder. In it, select the Location tab. Then, to move the user folder to its original location, click or tap the Restore Default button.

How do I restore the default folder location in Windows 10?

Restoring the Default My Documents Path

Right-click My Documents (on the desktop), and then click Properties. Click Restore Default.