Windows 10: Problems with "This PC" folder in File Explorer.

Discus and support Problems with "This PC" folder in File Explorer. in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Problems with "This PC" folder in File Explorer. I would like to get rid of one of the 2 "Documents" folders in "Quick Access" In "This PC" folder I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by MSN BillFee, Dec 12, 2019.

  1. Problems with "This PC" folder in File Explorer.


    Problems with "This PC" folder in File Explorer.


    I would like to get rid of one of the 2 "Documents" folders in "Quick Access"
    In "This PC" folder I would like to get the correct "Documents" folder and avoid errors.
    In "This PC" folder I would like to get DeskTop to work correctly.

    I think that this has something to do with turning off/removing OneDrive?????????????????????


    My Notes...


    My "Documents" folder I can locate in these 3 places in File Explorer:
    1) "Quick Access"
    2) "This PC"
    3) Folder C:\Users\billf


    1) "Quick Access" C:\Users\billf\Documents
    PROBLEM -- There are 2 "Documents" folder under billf.
    PROBLEM -- I would like to get rid of one "Docments" folder.
    - These 2 documents folder have the correct content
    - These 2 documents fold have the same properties

    Documents
    Type:File Folder
    Location:C:\Users\billf
    Size:11.3 GB (12,220,664,949 bytes)
    Size on disk: 11.3 GB (12,220,664,949 bytes)
    Contains: 3,072 Files, 638 Folders
    Created: Thursday, ‎December ‎5, ‎2019, ‏‎7:45:53 AM
    Read-only (Only applies to files in folder)

    2) "This PC"
    PROBLEM -- Any document folder I click on is unavailable
    PROBLEM -- This document file looks empty?
    PROBLEM --Also the desktop function does not work correctly.

    PROBLEM --The Docments folder has these incorrect properties


    Documents
    Type:System Folder
    Location:C:\Users\billf
    Size:0 bytes
    Size on disk: 0 Bytes
    Contains: 0 Files, 0 Folders
    Created: Thursday, ‎December ‎5, ‎2019, ‏‎7:45:53 AM
    Read-only (Only applies to files in folder)


    3) C:\Users\billf
    - This "Documents" folder has the correct content

    Documents
    Type:File Folder
    Location:C:\Users\billf
    Size:11.3 GB (12,220,664,949 bytes)
    Size on disk: 11.3 GB (12,220,664,949 bytes)
    Contains: 3,072 Files, 638 Folders
    Created: Thursday, ‎December ‎5, ‎2019, ‏‎7:45:53 AM
    Read-only (Only applies to files in folder)

    :)
     
    MSN BillFee, Dec 12, 2019
    #1
  2. Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Dec 12, 2019
    #2
  3. Files remain in original folder after moving them to new folder in file explorer

    Hi,

    The issue that you’ve encountered regarding the File Explorer may be caused by some configuration or files mismatched. To sort out your concern, we suggest that you reset the folder settings from the
    Folder Options. This will reboot the folder’s preferences to its default state and remove any possible software conflict. To do this, you may follow these steps:

    • Click Start, type File Explorer, and press
      Enter
      .
    • On the File Explorer window, click the View tab > Options > Change folder and search options > View.
    • Under the Folder views section, click Reset Folders, and then select
      Yes to confirm.
    • Once you’re done, click OK, and then check if the issue persists.

    Note: This process will remove the list of files that you recently opened.


    Let us know if the suggestion works for you.
     
    Joseph Ban, Dec 12, 2019
    #3
  4. Paolo Mag Win User

    Problems with "This PC" folder in File Explorer.

    "This file can't be previewed" problem in explorer

    Hi Deborah,

    For us to provide an accurate resolution, kindly elaborate the issue by answering the questions listed below:

    • Since when have you been experiencing this issue?
    • Were there any changes on your PC before this happened like software or updates installed?

    For initial troubleshooting, we suggest that you follow the steps listed below:

    • Open File Explorer.
    • Access this link

      C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer
    • Delete all the files.
    • After deleting the files kindly try and see if there's a thumbnail preview of your files.

    We're looking forward to your response.
     
    Paolo Mag, Dec 12, 2019
    #4
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