10-13-2009, 12:04 AM
The at (@) symbol signifies an extended attribute. A plus (+) signifies an ACL.
Both can result in problems copying files. ACLs in particular override normal Unix permissions. Some extended attributes are normal on certain files such as those with custom icons, but others may be inappropriately attached.
In the Terminal, type "ls -le " (no quotes and don't forget to put a space at the end) and then drag the icon for the parent folder onto the Terminal window and tap the RETURN key on your keyboard. It should give you a list of the contents of that directory. Look for the at and plus signs.
Both can result in problems copying files. ACLs in particular override normal Unix permissions. Some extended attributes are normal on certain files such as those with custom icons, but others may be inappropriately attached.
In the Terminal, type "ls -le " (no quotes and don't forget to put a space at the end) and then drag the icon for the parent folder onto the Terminal window and tap the RETURN key on your keyboard. It should give you a list of the contents of that directory. Look for the at and plus signs.