Windows 10: Unable to access/run several files

Hi,I've had this issue for 2 days now, the first day this occurred, I was able to restart my PC to get the files working, however now even after several restarts I am met with the error message above. When trying to copy and paste the affected files, it says I need permission from [my own username]. I've already tried many methods I've seen suggested, such as changing the ownership of the file again, disabling User Account Control settings, disabling firewall, redownloading affected files, and yet none has worked.Any new/other solutions on how to go around this?

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Unable to access files, folders and other drivers, error: Working on it

Hi Paul,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

As you are unable to access files and folders in Windows Explorer, this issue might be due to corrupted or missing System files.

I suggest you to Run SFC scan and check if you are able to access Files and folders.

System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore corrupted files.

Follow the below steps:

• 
  Right click on the Start button, click on
  Command Prompt (Admin).
  
• 
  Type “sfc /scannow” without the quotes and hit
  Enter.
  
• 
  After the scan, restart the computer and check for the issue.
  

Hope it helps. Kindly update the status of this issue, we will be happy to help you.

 

Unable to access files on Desktop from laptop

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



We understand that you are unable to access the files on your desktop from your laptop. However, we would like to know the details requested below:

• Do you receive any error message/code?
  
• Which build version of Windows 10 is installed on the computer?
  

Ideally, to share files between two computers, they should be connected to the same network.



We would like to know if you are able to access the drive using the IP address. Follow the steps mentioned below:

1. Press Windows key + R, to open
   Run dialog box.
   
2. Type
   \\IPAddress (ex: 192.168.x.x) and check if you are able to access the drive.
   

If you get any error, please click on the drop down arrow in the error dialogue box and let us know the error.



Also, check the sharing permissions for the shared folder. Refer the steps mentioned below:

1. Navigate to the location on the PC through which the files are shared.
   
2. Right click on the folder and select Properties.
   
3. Click on Sharing tab, and click on
   Advanced Sharing.
   
4. Now, select the checkbox for Share this folder.
   
5. Click on Permissions, select the check box for
   Allow Full Control.
   
6. Click on OK (Twice).
   

For more information, you may refer the suggestions provided by
Roohi_Taj replied on November 28, 2018 in the thread
You do not have permission to access \\PC_NAME contact your network administrator to request access.



Let us know the results.



Regards,

Nikhar Khare

Microsoft Community - Moderator

 

Unable to access flash drive after copying the files on Windows 10.

Hi,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community and being a part of Windows 10.

I understand the inconvenience you are facing in accessing the Flash drive on your computer. Do not worry we will help you with this issue.

Do let us know the following to assist you better with this issue:

• What exactly happens when you try to access the drive?
• Were you able to see any error code/ error message with this issue?
• What happens when you try to erase/ delete/ format the drive?
• Is the desktop running on Windows 10 operating system?
• How exactly are you trying to access the drive on your system?

If you are connecting the drive through ports, I suggest you to connect to different ports and check if it helps.

Also, as the drive was unable to be accessed on both the system, this might be an issue with the hard drive as well.

Try the below troubleshooting steps and check if it helps.

Step 1: I suggest you to run Hardware and Devices troubleshooter.

Hardware and Devices troubleshooter checks for common problems and makes sure that any new device or hardware connected to your PC is installed correctly.

• Press Windows key from the keyboard, type
  Troubleshooting and select it.
• Click on view all option on the upper left corner of
  Troubleshooting window.
• Select the Hardware and Device options from the list.
  
• Click Next to run the Hardware and Device
  Troubleshooter.

Step 2: I recommend you to install all the pending updates on your device and check if it helps.

Steps:

• Connect to the internet.
• Press Windows key and type updates.
• Click on Check for updates.
• Under Windows Updates, click on Check for updates.
• Try to install the updates being shown.

Hope it helps. Reply to the post with an updated status of this issue and with the required information for further assistance.