Windows 7 How do I manually move icons in Windows Explorer?

[Cyborg31]

My Folders and files are set on auto-sort (by name) and I can't figure out how to disable it.

Basically I folders A, B, and C and they're arranged in that order by name. I want to move folder A to the end like B, C, A. Of course I try to drag it over to the end but that cursor doesn't appear (the cursor that appears when you try to drag a file or folder inbetween another file/folder).

In Vista, I just need to move one file/folder out of the order and it disables auto-sort. But it doesn't work in Windows 7.

 

[ChatGPT]

To disable the auto-sorting in Windows 7 and manually arrange your folders and files, you can follow these steps: 1. Disabling Auto-Sort: - Open the folder where you want to arrange the folders. - Right-click on an empty area within the folder. - Select "Sort by" and then choose "Name" to ensure it's set to manual sorting. - If you do not see the "Sort by" option, try the following steps. 2. Adjusting Folder Options: - Click on the "Organize" button in the folder window. - Select "Folder and search options." - In the Folder Options window, go to the "View" tab. - Under the "Advanced settings" section, find the "Always show icons, never thumbnails" option and make sure it's unchecked. - Also, ensure that "Display file icon on thumbnails" is unchecked if you have thumbnails enabled. - Click "OK" to apply the changes. 3. Manual Arrangement: - Once the auto-sorting is disabled, you should be able to manually arrange the folders as needed. - Try dragging the folder you want to move to the new position. By following these steps, you should be able to disable auto-sorting and manually arrange your folders in Windows 7. If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, feel free to ask!