Windows 10: Cannot create folders

Discus and support Cannot create folders in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hello,Recently had to install Windows 10 OS to my new Dell Computer -- long story but it had been running an older version and this feature worked... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by RConnorsLVT, Aug 18, 2021.

  1. RCONNORSLVT
    RConnorsLVT Win User

    Cannot create folders


    Hello,Recently had to install Windows 10 OS to my new Dell Computer -- long story but it had been running an older version and this feature worked fine. Ever since the new OS, I cannot create new folders - cannot right click, or any of the other tricks. The only option is to create a new compressed "zipped" folder. Microsoft and Dell have both been stumped, still trying to get this resolved. MS performed some deep magic and created one new folder on my desktop that I can copy and use, but this is kind of ridiculous, I should be able to get this fixed somehow. Not super tech savvy, any sugges

    :)
     
    RConnorsLVT, Aug 18, 2021
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  2. VANESSA YAR
    Vanessa Yar Win User

    creating new folder problem in windows 10 creator

    Hi Gudiya,

    The problem you've encountered in creating a folder could be caused by software or program conflict as the issue appeared a few days after installing the Windows 10 Creators update. For us to know if this only occurs when creating a new folder from the desktop,
    we suggest that you try creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut or from File Explorer. Please refer to the steps below:

    Creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut.

    • Click on the desktop.
    • Press CTRL + SHIFT + N.
    • A new folder should be created.

    Creating a new folder from File Explorer.

    • Open File Explorer.
    • Hover your mouse on the location where you want to create a new folder.
    • Right-click it, go to New > Folder.

    In case the problem persists, then we suggest that you go ahead and perform a clean boot. Doing so will start your computer using minimal drivers to help us determine what conflict is causing the problem. Check out
    How to perform a clean boot in Windows for the detailed steps.

    Let us know the result so we can further assist you.

    Regards.
     
    Vanessa Yar, Aug 18, 2021
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  3. SIAMAKSADJEDI
    siamaksadjedi Win User
    Cannot perform backup...Windows asks to create a folder

    I am having problems with the back up files, and every time i get a back up i get this message ( Create the missing folder "
    C:\Windows\System32\config\systemprofile\OneDrive\CATS 6A", as listed in the error message). Create a missing folder was suggested by one of the community members, Pls let me know the steps to follow in order to create a missing folder.

    Thanks,

    Mac
     
    siamaksadjedi, Aug 18, 2021
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  4. TOPGUNDCP
    topgundcp Win User

    Cannot create folders

    Unable to delete a folder - Invalid folder name


    Suggestion:
    1. Run chkdsk x: /r to make sure that there's no HD corruption.
      x: is the drive containing the folder you want to delete.
    2. Try to delete the folder again. If still does not work, go to step 3.
    3. Download: Download - Linux Mint and create a bootable USB using: Rufus - Create bootable USB
    4. Boot up with Linux Mint and try to delete the folder again.
      NOTE: Unlike WinPE. Linux does not have any Windows permission imposed to it so it is easier to delete.
     
    topgundcp, Aug 18, 2021
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