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Can't put back files from Trash on MacBook: Error code -36

Trash is not letting me put back any files. Plese help! The issue has been occurring for several days now. After I click the "Put Back" button, I receive the error, "The Finder can't complete the operation because some data in can't be read or written."

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Jenny Zeng

Answered on Monday, April 29, 2024

If the "Put Back" button triggers error code 36, try other ways to recover the deleted files on your Mac:

  • Select the files you want to put back and press Command + Delete. This restores files in the Trash to their original location.
  • Open the Trash can, select the files you'd like to recover, and then drag and drop them to the directory where they were originally located.
  • Use a tool like iBoysoft Data Recovery for Mac to recover the deleted files in your Trash. Download it to start the free preview.

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If that doesn't work, try other solutions in this guide: 5 Simplest Ways to Fix Mac Finder Error Code 36