Windows 10: Cannot delete a folder from File Explorer because it cannot be found

Discus and support Cannot delete a folder from File Explorer because it cannot be found in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I cannot delete my old school's OneDrive for Business folder because I completely uninstalled the OneDrive for Business Application. Now every time on... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by The Kevin R., Apr 4, 2019.

  1. THE KEVIN R.
    The Kevin R. Win User

    Cannot delete a folder from File Explorer because it cannot be found


    I cannot delete my old school's OneDrive for Business folder because I completely uninstalled the OneDrive for Business Application. Now every time on startup and at random times I receive a pop up telling me the Synced Folder cannot be found. I have tried to find the remnants but have had no success. I have tried viewing the properties of the folder in search of its path but it leads to an empty folder. I have tried the WinRAR Archive method. I have searched in the registry, but I cannot find a solution. I can provide screenshots and more information if necessary.

    :)
     
    The Kevin R., Apr 4, 2019
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  2. OLI_RAMSAY
    oli_ramsay Win User

    Trouble deleting a folder

    Thanks for the suggestion but it says "delete folder failed for E:\....." for each folder I try.

    *Confused Cannot delete a folder from File Explorer because it cannot be found :confused:

    Will I be forever stuck with these unnecessary folders? *Oh Well Cannot delete a folder from File Explorer because it cannot be found :eek:hwell:
     
    oli_ramsay, Apr 4, 2019
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  3. RHYTHMEISTER
    rhythmeister Win User
    Can't delete folder!

    In an explorer window, goto Tools...folder options...view...hidden files and folders
     
    rhythmeister, Apr 4, 2019
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  4. TOPGUNDCP
    topgundcp Win User

    Cannot delete a folder from File Explorer because it cannot be found

    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, Apr 4, 2019
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