Windows 7 -copy instead of asking to replace or append

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Hello all, my Windows 7 install did something I've never seen it do before. When I go to copy the same file to the same location instead of the "Copy File" dialog box coming up with the 3 options: Copy and replace, don't copy, or copy and rename with (1), it just copies the file and renames it "filename - copy.ext". Can someone please help me to get the dialog box again, I didn't change anything intentionally relating to explorer copy settings!

Thanks!

 

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To resolve the issue with the copy dialog box not appearing in Windows 7 as expected when copying files to the same location, you can try the following steps:

1. Resetting Copy File Dialog Settings:
   • Sometimes, changing display settings or using third-party applications can affect system behaviors. To reset the file copy dialog:
     • Press the Windows + R keys to open the Run dialog.
     • Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
     • Navigate to the following registry key:

        HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer

     • Create a new DWORD value named NoSimpleDirectoryCopyMove and set its value data to 0.
     • Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.
   []Check Folder Options:
   • Ensure that the folder options are correctly set to show the copy dialog box:
     • Open any folder on your system.
     • Click on the "Organize" menu on the top left.
     • Choose "Folder and search options."
     • In the "View" tab, ensure that "Show file copy dialog" is checked under the "Advanced settings" section.
     • Click "Apply" and then "OK."
   []Scan for Malware:
   • In rare cases, malware infections can modify system settings. It's a good practice to perform a full system scan using an updated antivirus program to rule out any malicious interference. By resetting the file copy dialog settings, verifying folder options, and ensuring system security, you can restore the default behavior of the copy dialog box when copying files in Windows 7. If the issue persists, further troubleshooting steps or professional assistance may be required.