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How do I move or copy multiple files and folders?

To move or copy several files or folders on iPad or iPhone, open the File Browser, tap ⋯ → Select, check the items you want, then tap Copy or Move and choose a new location.

📝 NOTE: This video shows a slightly older user interface but the instructions are still accurate.

📝 NOTE: On Mac, files are managed in Finder — see Where are my files stored on Mac?.

Tap the File Browser on the Top Toolbar:

Tap the three-dot menu (⋯), then tap Select:

Tap the checkboxes next to the files or folders you want:

Tap Copy or Move;

⚠️ HEADS UP: In cloud storage, Move works on one file at a time. To relocate multiple files and folders to the cloud, use Copy.

Navigate to the new location and tap Select:

Your files have been copied or moved. To duplicate a single file, see How do I make a copy of a file?.

What's Next

How do I create, rename, or delete a folder?
How do I make a copy of a file?
How do I move or copy my files to the cloud?

Updated on: 16/10/2026

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