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Error message during copy of new version, it says the operation cannot be completed because the item foxfire is in use.

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During downloading of 7.0 Foxfire, during the copy I get an error message that says the operation cannot be completed because the item Foxfire is in use.

During downloading of 7.0 Foxfire, during the copy I get an error message that says the operation cannot be completed because the item Foxfire is in use.

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If there are problems with updating or with the permissions then easiest is to download the full version and trash the currently installed version to do a clean install of the new version.

Download a new copy of the Firefox program and save the disk image (dmg) file to the desktop

  • Trash the current Firefox application to do a clean (re-)install
  • Install the new version that you have downloaded

Your profile data is stored elsewhere in the Firefox Profile Folder, so you won't lose your bookmarks and other personal data.

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Thank you so much for the help I will try your suggestion. Very helpful and timely.