How to copy and paste files like a Pro

How to Copy and Paste Files into Folders Like a Pro

Keeping your computer organized makes life easier—whether you're tidying up your desktop, sorting downloads, or backing up important files. Learning how to copy and paste into folders is a simple, yet essential skill. Here’s how to do it step by step.

📂 Step-by-Step Guide

1️⃣ Select Your Files

Start by opening the folder where your files are stored. Click once to highlight a file, or hold Ctrl and click to select multiple. Want everything? Just press Ctrl + A.

2️⃣ Copy Your Files

Right-click on a highlighted file and select Copy from the menu. Or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + C. This action prepares your files for duplication while keeping the originals where they are.

3️⃣ Find the Target Folder

Navigate to the folder where you'd like to paste your files. You can create a new folder by right-clicking a blank area and choosing New > Folder, then naming it appropriately.

4️⃣ Paste the Files

Right-click inside the destination folder and select Paste, or press Ctrl + V. Your copied files will appear here—safe and sound.

🧠 Bonus Tips

Shortcut
Action
Ctrl + X
Cut (move files)
Ctrl + Z
Undo your last action
Ctrl + Shift + N
Instantly make a new folder
 

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