User folder resets
I accidentally changed the name on my home folder. Of course, now all my files are under an alias. But the strange thing is that can get anything back into my home folder. Every time I shut down or restart , the system resets everything on the OS, like it's brand new. I also get a new user folder with an additional number, ie: Larry, then Larry 1, then Larry 2.
My data is safe now on an external drive, but I can't get the OS to reset and save my info.
If this has happened to you, please help.
Welcome To Discussions lawolfberg!
You cannot just return the data to the Home account. There is a method to recover from this issue.
The info in one or more of the articles linked to below, should be helpful.
Return to Default Desktop, Apparent "Loss" of Home Directory
My home folder and desktop are different than before
Recover from renaming your Home folder, authored by Dr Smoke
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