Windows 10: After reinstall of Windows 11, can't access old files stored in external driver

Discus and support After reinstall of Windows 11, can't access old files stored in external driver in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I copied some important files to an external hard drive, then I did a fresh install of windows 11 on my computer. Now I can't access my files on my... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by chun chen1, Jul 19, 2022.

  1. After reinstall of Windows 11, can't access old files stored in external driver


    I copied some important files to an external hard drive, then I did a fresh install of windows 11 on my computer. Now I can't access my files on my external hard drive, every file has a yellow locker on it. When I try to open these files it says that I don't have access privileges. I saw there is a similar post in December, 2017 and a reply from Gil DeG, Microsoft Modertor, I followed the steps as follows posted by Gil, it did not work for my files. I wish someone there can help me out, thanks. These are the steps that I have followed: 1. Open File Explorer.2. Browse and find the file or

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    chun chen1, Jul 19, 2022
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  2. Arul_D Win User

    Projecting to an external display

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Windows 10.

    I understand that you are unable to use external display with windows 10.

    This usually occurs if the video driver was not installed properly or not configured correctly.so I would suggest you to reinstall the drivers in compatibility mode and check if it helps.

    I suggest you to follow the steps below and see if it helps:

    Uninstall Display Adapter drivers

    I suggest you to uninstall the display drivers and reinstall them in compatibility mode.

    To uninstall the driver, follow the steps below:

    • Press Windows key + R
    • Type devmgmt.msc
    • Right click on the driver you want to uninstall
    • Click on Uninstall
    • Restart the system
    After the computer restarts, install the driver in compatibility mode.

    • Select the setup file
    • Right click on it and click on
      properties
    • Click on Compatibility tab
    • Select the operating system
    • Click Ok.
    Hope it helps, do get back to us if you need further assistance with Windows.
     
    Arul_D, Jul 19, 2022
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  3. Taskbar bug: switching to another window -will not appear at the front


    Follow either of these steps to fix the issue with the Active window hiding behind.

    Method 1:
    I suggest you to disable window by hovering over it with the mouse and check if it helps. To do so I suggest you to try the below given steps and check if it helps:

    1. Press Windows key + X key and click on Control Panel.
    2. Select or click Ease of Access.
    3. Click or tap onEase of Access Centre.
    4. Click on Make the Mouse Easier to Use was uncheck Activate Window by hovering over it with the mouse.
    5. Check if issue is resolved.
    Method 2:
    I would suggest you to completely uninstall the touchpad driver and reinstall it. Kindly follow the below given steps.

    1. Press “Windows key + X” and click on “Device Manager”.
    2. In the list of devices, you should see the touchpad drivers.
    3. Right click on the device and then select "Uninstall".
    4. In the uninstall dialog, make sure you select the option to delete the driver package from the system. This causes the driver package installed earlier to be deleted.
    5. In the Action menu of Device manager, select “Scan for Hardware changes” option. This will cause the device driver to be reinstalled. Once the driver is installed, close all windows and restart the computer.
     
    ChojiTiger, Jul 19, 2022
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  4. After reinstall of Windows 11, can't access old files stored in external driver

    Windows 11 reinstall

    Hi there I'm using a dell inspiron 3501.

    I always experience BSODs in my windows 11 PC. So now I'm trying to reinstall windows 11. I have backed up all the important files as well...

    But at the moment I am confused whether should I reset my PC by removing all the files or clean install or a fresh start. Can you give me any suggestion and how the method actually works and the steps that I should follow to reinstall windows 11?
     
    ShermindaPerera, Jul 19, 2022
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