Windows 10: Apps I am downloading can't access Appdata

I reset my windows 11 pc settings and apps today. After the reset I went to try and re-install some of the apps I had lost, only to be met with errors. It seems like the apps I was downloading are trying to access the "AppData" folder and its contents, but it's not able to. Side note: For some odd reason, my AppData folder seems to be located on my desktop. it is not a shortcut, the actual AppData folder is just straight up rooted back to my desktop. I think this happened when I messed around with my drivers and made a new user and it seemed to have not found a default place for my AppData,

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How to access appdata folder

Hi Jaden,

Thank you posting your query in Microsoft Community.

We would be glad to help you with the issue you are facing today. I understand the difficulty with the problem.

I would suggest you to follow the below steps.

• Write in the search box the following: “%appdata%” .
• After the search is finished left click or tap on the folder that the search feature found.
• If it takes you to the following path: “C:\Users\The user that you are logged in with\AppData\Roaming”.
• It means that your folders are still there but they are hidden.
• Click on “View”.
• Check the box “Hidden items”

Also you refer to the below link.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/what-appdata-folder

Note: Above link also refers to the Windows 10.



Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.

Thank you.

 

Preventing access to modern app

Ive been tasked with preventing the children from accessing instagram. I've got it listed in my windows hosts file and internet options/security/restricted site but the windows 10 app is still allowing access. Any suggestions other then deleting app which can just be reinstalled?

 

After downloading apps-download disappear (It did not show up the setup apps).

Hi,

To assist you better, please answer the below:

1. Which browser are you using to download the apps?

2. Did you see the download progress is completed successfully?

3. Where exactly(location) you are looking for the downloaded app?

4. Is this issue specific with Java and Flash Player?

5. Did you try downloading some other app and check if the same issue occurs?

I suggest you to download all the windows updates and check if it helps.

Follow the steps below:

• On the search bar type Settings.
• Click on Update and Security.
• Click on Check for Updates.
• Read and accept the license terms, and then tap or click Finish if the update requires it.
  

Also, I suggest you to set the download location for Internet Explorer and download apps using Explorer and check.

Follow the steps below:

• Open Internet Explorer.
• Access the settings menu by clicking on the settings icon
  (it is a round gear shape near the top right of the Internet Explorer browser).
  
• Choose "View downloads" from the menu. This will bring up the Downloads window.
  
• 
  Click on "Options."
  
• 
  Press the Browse button and browse to the folder where you want to download to be saved.
  
• 
  Confirm with the OK button to assign the new download location. The downloads you perform from hereon will be saved in the folder that you have chosen.
  

If you are using Edge browser for downloading apps, please follow the steps below to find the downloaded app if it is completed successfully.

• Open the Microsoft Edge app.
• Click on the Hub button on the right top corner of the screen (next to save favorites).
• Click on Downloads button in the Hub, and click on the Open folder link.

Revert to us with the requested information and the results of the steps provided. We will be glad to assist you further.

Thank you.