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How To Move Files From One Library to Another in SharePoint
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Here are two simple ways of moving files with pros and cons to each method:

 

1. Using Explorer

  • Log in to your site using Internet Explorer
  • Go to the source library and from the ribbon click Open with Explorer
  • Open a new Window and go to the destination library and click Open with Explorer
  • Return to the window with the source library and select the files to be moved and cut using Ctrl + c
  • Paste the files into the destination library

Pros:

  • Easy and quick to use
  • No additional permissions required
  • Great for small number of files

Cons:

  • Can only done on a PC and using IE
  • Version history is lost
  • Not practical for moving large quantities of files

 

2. Using Content and Structure

  • Log in to SharePoint
  • In Site Settings go to Content and Structure (under Site Administration)
  • Use the left navigation to find the site and library holding the files that need moving
  • In the right panel, select the files that need moving by checking the boxes to the left of each file (or check all files)
  • In the menu in the left panel select Move under Actions
  • In the pop-up that appears, navigate to the 

Pros:

  • Version history comes with the files
  • Can be started and runs in the background
  • Great for large quantities of files

Cons:

  • Takes a a bit longer than cut and paste
  • High permissions required to do this
  • Source and destination libraries must have matching columns

 

 

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