How to move files in SharePoint

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Overview

This articles explains how to move files to folders or another SharePoint Document Library. 

 

How to move or copy a file to a different folder

  • Select files or folders in a SharePoint library to move or copy.   

Screenshot of a library with a file selected

  • On the command bar along the top, select Move to or Copy to. 

The Move to and Copy to menu options in the top navigation for SharePoint Online when files or folders are selected 

Note: If you don't see Move to or Copy to on your command bar, select the ellipsis icon  The More Options button on OneDrive.com. (More) and then select Move to or Copy to.

  • Choose a destination in the current library, OneDrive, or another SharePoint site, then select Move to or Copy to. If a site isn't listed, at the bottom of the site list on the left, select More places. 
  • If you want to move or copy your files to a new folder, select the new folder icon   Add Folder Icon in the top right corner to add a new folder. Enter a name for the folder and select Create. You can then select the new folder and select Move to or Copy to.
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