Windows 10: VMware cannot scan local directory, you might not have permission

Discus and support VMware cannot scan local directory, you might not have permission in Windows 10 News to solve the problem; [ATTACH]When VMware Workstation shows Cannot scan local directory. You might not have permission to perform the operation; it usually appears while... Discussion in 'Windows 10 News' started by WinClub, Aug 2, 2026 at 4:52 PM.

  1. WINCLUB
    WinClub New Member

    VMware cannot scan local directory, you might not have permission


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    When VMware Workstation shows Cannot scan local directory. You might not have permission to perform the operation; it usually appears while copying files or folders between the host and the virtual machine. So basically, VMware cannot read the source directory cleanly, so it cancels the copy. Cannot scan local directory. You might not have permission […]

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    WinClub, Aug 2, 2026 at 4:52 PM
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  2. JUSTINE PEL
    Justine Pel Win User

    Incorrect permissions on Windows Search directories

    Hi Emil,

    It seems that some system files are corrupted. We suggest performing SFC scan to repair corrupted system files. Just follow the steps below:

    • Press Windows key + X.
    • Click Command Prompt(Admin).
    • On the Command Prompt, type sfc/scannow and press Enter.

    Please update us with the status. We will be glad to assist you.
     
    Justine Pel, Aug 2, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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  3. DRONE
    Drone Win User
    Directory Size Utility

    First of all nice utility, Mindweaver!
    Second of all, it's so nice to see that this section ain't dead.

    I have a few questions/suggestions, maybe you'd want to see ...
    • maybe you rename Get Folder button caption to something more intuitive? Add Folder, Get Folder Size, Check Folder Size or something like that?
    • Could you add subfolder files to the right pane? (it can be a tickbox with include sub dirs)
    • maybe you also add export list to excel?
    • there's delete file button maybe you add delete folder button too?
    • and finally maybe you can add UP button for directories?
     
    Drone, Aug 2, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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  4. MINDWEAVER
    Mindweaver Win User

    VMware cannot scan local directory, you might not have permission

    Directory Size Utility

    New! Directory Size Utility BETA v1.1

    New features!
    • New button icons!
    • New Total selected directory size!
    • Made the Exit button text bigger!
    Download here
     
    Mindweaver, Aug 2, 2026 at 4:55 PM
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