moving files out of different folders

[myr707]

I have alot of files in a folder but each of those files is in an individual folder. Meaning every time i open a file i'm opening two folders. The main folder and the file specific folder. Is there a way to move all the files out of their folders in to one folder without opening each folder and cutting and pasting it to where i want it to be? Thanks

 

[Hefemeister]

From the original folder do a search for *.* and copy and paste from the search window. After you are done and have confirmed the files are all moved delete the originals

 

[Tim]

Unfortuantely i don't think theres a quicker way, just have the folder you want them in open and open and drag across from the current folders

 

[office politics]

From the original folder do a search for *.* and copy and paste from the search window. After you are done and have confirmed the files are all moved delete the originals

i don't see why this person would not use cut n paste instead of copy n paste.

 

[Hefemeister]

only for safety. If something happens (power outage, blue screen) when you cut and paste you can loose some data. I prefer copy and paste then delete just to be safe.

 

[myr707]

From the original folder do a search for *.* and copy and paste from the search window. After you are done and have confirmed the files are all moved delete the originals

Thanks a million it worked beautifully, and saved me over an hour of boring work.
Office politics- yeah i did that, thanks

 

[myr707]

only for safety. If something happens (power outage, blue screen) when you cut and paste you can loose some data. I prefer copy and paste then delete just to be safe.

good point never thought of that...:shocked:

 

[Hefemeister]

I tend to be a bit overcautious when moving important data even with a backup.

The chances are extremely small but why take chances if you do not have to.

 

[Tim]

Its worth it, nomatter how absurd it sounds.
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