![]() Yes, you’re reading that right - try to merge a folder like you would on Windows or Linux and you’ll lose all the old folder’s files if you click Replace without reading the dialog. RELATED: How to Back Up Your Mac and Restore Files With Time Machine The Finder doesn’t offer to merge the folders. Replacing the old folder actually deletes all files in the old folder. Stop doesn’t do anything, while Replace replaces the old folder with the new folder. By default, it just offers two options - Stop or Replace. You’ve probably never thought much about it, because it just works. If you’ve used Windows or Linux, you’re probably familiar with this behavior. If there is a file conflict, the file manager will ask you what to do with that specific file. ![]()
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