Files app, default "move to" directory

I've noticed in the Files app on iOS, when I try to move a file it always defaults to moving the file to a particular folder (let's call this folder "recipes" within iCloud). If I am in a completely different directory, say "Pages" folder within iCloud, I go into that folder, select a file to move, the default move location is "recipes". Going into another folder and moving a file will always result in the move to location always being "recipes" folder as well.


I moved all the files in "recipes" folder to "cooking" folder, and "cooking" folder now becomes the default location to move files to. 


The problem seemed to follow that set of files that were in "recipes" so I deleted them (sent to trash), now the last folder they were in is the default.


This is quite annoying, as if I want to move any file I have to navigate out of this arbitrary default "move to" location.


Any ideas or reason for this?

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 16

Posted on Jul 2, 2023 09:33 AM

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Jul 3, 2023 07:50 PM in response to Los_Altos_geek

Hi Los_Altos_geek,


If you haven't done so yet, restart your iPhone. Although simple, this step can help correct some unexpected issues. It's also a good idea to make sure your iPhone is running the latest iOS version, since this can help with overall performance: Update your iPhone or iPad. If an update is available, be sure to create a backup before installing it.

Update your iPhone or iPad wirelessly

1. Back up your device using iCloud or your computer.
2. Plug your device into power and connect to the internet with Wi-Fi.
3. Go to Settings > General, then tap Software Update.
4. If you see more than one software update option available, choose the one that you want to install.
5. Tap Install Now. If you see Download and Install instead, tap it to download the update, enter your passcode, then tap Install Now. If you don't know your passcode, learn what to do.

If you need more help, let us know if you notice this behavior on other devices that you're signed in to, and we'll go from there.


Cheers.

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