Layers & locking CS6 (?)

hi,
the locking system of layers in CS6 is a bit different. But here's the problem. I created a folder, dropped a layer in there w/ a graphic. Duplicated the layer, and then began using the arrow keys to make the separation so I can move it around to a different location. - Both layers are moving together. Why is this? They are not linked. So I tried locking one, but the 'freed' layer won't move at all now: Could not use the move tool because linked layers are locked.
The application is automatically linking layers that are within the same folder. But how do I keep them separated?
There is no option to unlink...another flaw w/ CS6. Linked layers is grayed out.
How do I get around this?
Thanks.

You've already discovered the effect of auto-select group. Clicking on the image with the Move Tool will result in the uppermost visible layer group under the cursor being targeted - see it being highlighted in Layers panel.
If auto-select mode is layer then the same idea except it applies to layers.
However, if a layer or group is positionally/fully locked it will be ignored.
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