Moving folders · Messages and problems

Why does Revert say something already exists at the original location?

Short answer: Something new now sits where the moved item used to be, and reverting would overwrite it, so Storage Studio refuses. Rename, move or delete what's there now, then click Revert again.

Because a new folder or file now sits where the moved item used to be, and reverting would overwrite it. Storage Studio refuses rather than risk replacing your newer data.

What to do: look at what's there now. If it's something you want to keep, rename it or move it elsewhere; if it's an empty or unwanted leftover, delete it. Then click Revert again in Data Parking's Moves log.

See How do I revert a Data Parking move?

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