Warning deleting a folder while browser view is filtered

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B.Douille
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Warning deleting a folder while browser view is filtered

Post by B.Douille »

I suggest to set a warning pop-up when a user tries to delete a folder in a condition where the filter is active in the browser.

Example of a dangerous workflow :
  • A folder contains many different files like pictures videos, companion files, text, pdf,...
  • The user sets the filter to Pictures only so he can concentrate on these files, edit and move somewhere else
  • The folders looks empty so the user decide to delete it
Doing so he is going to loose all the other type of files without care!

Note: This type of warning cannot be disabled like other prompts to delete files and folders
Daniel, happy user since 2004 to manage photo and videos albums, make diaporamas (Windows, Linux Ubuntu desktops and Android apps)