Windows 10: Windows 11 File Explorer How to Get Back Copy and Keep Both Files When There's a Duplicate?

Discus and support Windows 11 File Explorer How to Get Back Copy and Keep Both Files When There's a Duplicate? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I have Windows 11 Pro and it's currently up to date.When I use File Explorer to drag and copy a file from one window to another, if there was a... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Mark E. K., Jan 24, 2025.

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    Windows 11 File Explorer How to Get Back Copy and Keep Both Files When There's a Duplicate?


    I have Windows 11 Pro and it's currently up to date.When I use File Explorer to drag and copy a file from one window to another, if there was a duplicate file in the destination folder, Windows would always ask if I wanted to keep both files--which I always do. It was just one click on the menu.No, I don't have that choice. The "Keep Both Files" option has been replaced by a new option to Compare Files and choose which ones I want. This adds a few extra steps that I shouldn't have to do.'Is there a way to get back the original behavior?Thanks,Mark

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Windows 11 File Explorer How to Get Back Copy and Keep Both Files When There's a Duplicate?

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