How to copy and paste a file from folder to folder

This E-how article will demonstrate how to copy and paste a file to a different folder in Windows XP.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

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   Right-click on the file you wish to copy and paste. Then click 'copy'

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   Then open the new folder in which you wish to move the selected file.

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   Make sure your mouse is somewhere within the folder perimeter and right-click and select 'paste'

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   If you wish to simply move the file but not create a new copy entirely then follow all the steps except select 'cut' instead of 'copy' and then 'paste' it. You can also drag the file with your mouse from folder to folder.