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iCloud Drive not in Finder [Quick Solutions]

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Several Mac users take advantage ofiCloudDrive to sync their important work and personal files and folders. However, after the recent update, several users have reported that theiCloudDrive is not in Finder.

This problem seems to be a common affair withmacOSbeta updates. The Beta version of the OS allows the enthusiast to test and try new features before being released to the public.

However, the beta updates usually consist of bugs that can break some functionalities. Fortunately, in this case, you can recover and fix theiCloudDrive not in Finder issue by following a few quick troubleshooting steps.

What can I do if the iCloud Drive is not in Finder?

1.Make sure the sync is complete

After installing an update,iCloudDrive will sync all the data from the cloud to yourcomputer. Depending on the file size, the sync may take a long time to complete.

This holds even if theiCloudDrive content existed on your Mac before. You can verify if theiCloudDrive sync is still in progress from the Finder.

Open Finder and check if there is a circular loading bar present next to theiCloudDrive tab. A circular bar indicates the files are still syncing. So, wait for it to complete the process before you look for the folder in Finder.

You may also want to check if your Internet connection is working. If there is no loading bar or sync has completed, and you still can’t find theiCloudDrive in Finder, make sure it is enabled to show in Finder.

2.Check if iCloud Drive is enabled in Finder Preferences

While theiCloudDrive app is enabled to show in Finder by default, a buggy update can tweak or reset the setting without user interference.

One way to fix this issue is to recheck and enable theiCloudDrive option to appear in Finder, as described above.

If a glitch is preventing theiCloudDrive from syncing, try to sign out and sign in again to sync the folder and files. While none of your data will be lost, you may have to wait tilliCloudretrieves and syncs with your computer.

4.Recover deleted iCloud Drive folder

If you are looking for missing folders or files in youriCloudDrive, it is possible that the macOS update may have moved or deleted them. Fortunately, you can restore deleted files and folders in the Trash.

5. Rollback to the previous version of macOS

It is possible that the macOS beta or even the public may have bugs resulting in the disappearance ofiCloudDrive in Finder. As a last resort, you can revert to an earlier version of macOS.

This can be cumbersome, but you will be able to restore your computer to normal working condition. Before performing a rollback, make sure to back your computer for new data.

Next, delete the macOS update, and reinstall the earlier version of the OS.

6.Access content directly from the iCloud Drive

As a last resort, you can access the files and folder fromiCloudDrive directly from theiCloudwebsite. This is handy if you find theiCloudDrive on your Mac is missing any important file or folder.

TheiCloudDrive not in Find problem is often reported onMacBookswith the latest beta or public release installed. Make sureiCloudDrive is allowed to show in Finder from Preferences.

Additionally, try to log out and log in, check for pending sync or revert to an earlier macOS version to resolve the issue.

Since file management is essential on your Mac, make sure to check out thisguide on how to unzip split zip files.

These are some of the solutions that are confirmed to work when iCloud Drive is not in Finder. If you happen to know other tips too, let us know in the comments section below.

iCloud Drive not in Finder [Quick Solutions]#

What can I do if the iCloud Drive is not in Finder?#

1.Make sure the sync is complete#

2.Check if iCloud Drive is enabled in Finder Preferences#

3.Sign out of iCloud and then sign in#

4.Recover deleted iCloud Drive folder#

5. Rollback to the previous version of macOS#

6.Access content directly from the iCloud Drive#