Windows 10: Can I have 2 Desktop folders? local and synced

Discus and support Can I have 2 Desktop folders? local and synced in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I like the idea that OneDrive can sync my desktop across my computers, but it seems to be an "all or nothing" choice. It works fine so long as the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by JohnScates, Oct 15, 2022.

  1. JOHNSCATES
    JohnScates Win User

    Can I have 2 Desktop folders? local and synced


    I like the idea that OneDrive can sync my desktop across my computers, but it seems to be an "all or nothing" choice. It works fine so long as the shortcuts/icons on the OD Desktop are available on ALL of my computers, but some of my software is unique to a single computer. I would like to have shortcuts/icons on my Desktop that show BOTH Synced and Local icons. In other words, I think I would need two "Desktop" folders, one inside of OD, and the other as a "local-only" folder.I can see two approaches:1. Put all Local icons in the Tray along the bottom. However, I have too many "Local" items f

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    JohnScates, Oct 15, 2022
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  2. AAYMAN_FARZAND
    aayman_farzand Win User

    Sync folder between Air and PC locally

    I'm looking for a software which will keep folders on my Mac Air and PC synced via the local wireless network.

    I usually take my Mac with me everywhere and as such have tons of large downloaded files that I have to manually copy over to the PC. I'm looking for something that'll transfer the files over the local wireless network in my home.

    Any suggestions?
     
    aayman_farzand, Oct 15, 2022
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  3. MOHANC
    MohanC Win User
    windows 10 deleted my desktop files

    Step 1 - I upgraded to Win 10 and lost all my files on Desktop.

    Step 2 - Found the files in Network - USers- Desktop

    copied all files again to desktop.

    Step 3- Restarted my machine again and lost desktop files again.

    Step 4 - As suggested did the following as listed below but dont find my files.

    • Press “Windows + E”, open This PC/Computer
    • Open Local Disc C, open Windows.old
    • Click on Users, select your User name
    • Go to desktop folder
    Cant find my files. Why is Win 10 deleted files again and again from Desktop ?.
     
    MohanC, Oct 15, 2022
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  4. TRY3
    Try3 Win User

    Can I have 2 Desktop folders? local and synced

    Deleted icons stay on desktop (not in desktop folder)

    I can only suggest that you
    1 Add a list of steps you have already taken.
    2 Add a comment about restarting the computer. Do the deleted icons disappear then?
    2 Add a comment explaining if any Desktop items do delete correctly and whether or not there are any significant differences between those that do delete correctly and those that don't.
    3 Add a list of any OS tweaks you have done & any third-party OS-related utilities you have run.

    I assume you have already reinstalled your display driver.
    I don't see a Repair install as being relevant. Repair Install - TenForumsTutorials

    Denis
     
    Try3, Oct 15, 2022
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