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Debkny
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3 years ago

Accidentally deleted backup folder, can't access Finder, etc.

I accidentally deleted my backup folder, and now I am unable to access the Finder, Desktop, Documents, etc.  I get the message that "Finder can't be found", "Desktop can't be found" and on and on.  D...
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Debkny
Explorer | Level 3
3 years ago

Hi, Hannah -

 

When I try to disable the backup, I get the message "The application 'Finder' can't be opened.

 

I'm thinking I might have to wipe my drive and then try to restore from either Dropbox or Time Machine.  What are your thoughts?

 

- Debby

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Hannah
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3 years ago

Thanks for keeping me updated on this, Debby.

 

I will suggest an alternative here, so please let me know if it helps. You'll need to follow these steps:

 

  1. Make sure all your files are available in your account online.
  2. Quit the Dropbox app.
  3. Manually reset your desktop folders location, by following the steps here.
  4. Check that the folders are now accessible.

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