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How do I delete a folder from iCloud drive?
Tap all the files or folders you want to move or delete to select them. To move the files or folders, tap on the Move link at the bottom of the iCloud Drive app. To delete the files or folders, tap on the Delete link at the bottom of the iCloud Drive app.
How do I stop Documents from syncing?
In the “Documents” tab, uncheck “Desktop & Documents Folders” to disable synchronizing the contents of your Desktop and Documents folders over iCloud. In the small pop-up window that appears, click “Turn Off.” Click the “Done” button to save your settings. You can now close the System Preferences window.
Where do my files go when I Turn Off iCloud?
When you turn off Desktop & Documents Folders, your files stay in iCloud Drive and a new Desktop and Documents folder is created on your Mac in the home folder. You can move files from iCloud Drive to your Mac as you need them, or select all of your files and drag them to the place you want to keep them.
How can I get my iCloud to stop syncing?
Go to Apple Menu > System Preferences > iCloud > iCloud Drive and UNcheck the “Desktop & Documents Folders” checkbox. You’ll get a pop-up warning you that these files will only be stored in iCloud Drive if you disable Desktop and Documents syncing.
How to unsync folders from the cloud?
I just want to unsync the folders from the cloud. It’s very straightforward in Dropbox. iCloud is a syncing solution, unlike Dropbox which is more for backup/storage. This is why it’s different than you’d expect to turn this off. Follow all the steps you’ve already taken until you get that warning message you indicated in your question.
Why does iCloud keep syncing my Desktop folders?
Many users who have limited iCloud storage often find that their MacBook documents and desktop folders are eating up a lot of their iCloud space. The continuous syncing operation on your Mac can be annoying as well.