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bellboy1982

macrumors member
Original poster
Aug 6, 2012
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Scotland
Totally new to Mac OS and only received my 1st MBA today.

When i download a file and i install it can i then delete it from the downloads folder? I've notice a message pop up saying it can't because the file is in use even if the file isn't???

Thanks
 

benthewraith

macrumors 68040
May 27, 2006
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Fort Lauderdale, FL
Totally new to Mac OS and only received my 1st MBA today.

When i download a file and i install it can i then delete it from the downloads folder? I've notice a message pop up saying it can't because the file is in use even if the file isn't???

Thanks

After you transfer the application from the .dmg to the Applications folder, you need to eject the disk image the application came on before deleting it from the trash.
 
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