Drag and drop files lags on Finder

I am new to a Mac so I am not sure if there is something going on with my notebook's system.
I had a folder of a lot of photos I wanted to organize and had everything in an icon view so I can see what is what. Occasionally, when I drag one or more photos into a folder, it would work. But a lot of times it doesn't. I highlight one or more photos -> drag them into subfolder or anywhere in the current folder -> nothing happens to files, but you can see the "animation" of the faded color files being dragged and the red little icon with the number of photos being moved and it would just do nothing. You'd have to try again.. one time.. sometimes two times and it would finally drag into the subfolder or area you want to place the files.
What seems to be the issue?
Thank you.

IMO, using icon view—I only use list view. If you really need it so you can identify stuff, open the subfolders as separate Finder windows, then do the drag & drop from the main window to the subfolder window. Eliminates all confusion.
Since you're new, check these out:
Switching from Windows to Mac OS X,
Basic Tutorials on using a Mac,
Mac OS X keyboard shortcuts,
Anatomy of a Mac,
MacTips,
Switching to Mac Superguide, and
Switching to the Mac: The Missing Manual, Mountain Lion Edition.
Additionally, *Texas Mac Man* recommends:
Quick Assist,
Welcome to the Switch To A Mac Guides,
Take Control E-books, and
A guide for switching to a Mac.

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