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Renaygun Author

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Files moved from Google Drive to Mac locked

When I move files from GD to my desktop I get a permissions message saying the file is locked but when I go into Get Info, they are not actually locked.

Mac Studio, macOS 12.3

Posted on Jan 12, 2023 9:24 AM

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Jan 15, 2023 9:11 AM in response to Renaygun

Hi Renaygun,

Thanks for coming to Apple Support Communities for help today.

We'd recommend contacting Apple Support for a deeper dive into the permissions issue.

Have a fantastic day!

Files moved from Google Drive to Mac locked