Can't Rename or Move Folders in LightRoom 2

Hi,
I moved from LR 1.4 to 2.
Now I can't move or rename folders in the Library Module. Can you help?
Also, I still have LR 1.4 on my computer. Is this unsafe?
Is it safe to use 2.1 Beta?
I've already lost files because I didn't know you shouldn't run Time Machine with LR.
Thanks for any help.
Best,
Mitchell

The method for renaming of folders in Lr2.x was changed from that found in Lr1.x.
Right click on folder to activate the context menu - you should rename is on the menu list.
There is no harm in leaving Lr 1.4 on your computer, but you should note that it cannot open Lr2.x catalogs.
Lr 2.1 is more stable that 2.0, so upgrading would be a good move.

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