Windows 10: Cannot play a game unless it is in respective file folder

Discus and support Cannot play a game unless it is in respective file folder in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; As I stated, I cannot move the application for my game out of its download folder, and onto my desktop. If I do, the game will not run no matter... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Totaspy, Aug 22, 2021.

  1. Totaspy Win User

    Cannot play a game unless it is in respective file folder


    As I stated, I cannot move the application for my game out of its download folder, and onto my desktop. If I do, the game will not run no matter what.This means, I have several file folders on my desktop, that I have to open, track down the application, and click on it.This is ugly as heck to look at. How do I fix this?

    :)
     
    Totaspy, Aug 22, 2021
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  2. dalchina Win User

    Make list of files in a folder

    My impression is that what he wants is a list he can click on. To me that suggests creating one folder with shortcuts to the items in the various media folders.

    And perhaps Motim wants that to be a dynamic list- i.e. always up to date with respect to changing content in those folders.

    If so, this could be done using Autohotkey, with a script which scans through the files in each folder in turn and for each file use this command to create a shortcut:

    Cannot play a game unless it is in respective file folder [​IMG]


    Motim?
     
    dalchina, Aug 22, 2021
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  3. Mala_S Win User
    BEX64 error only occurred when I was playing Battlefield5

    Hello duadua9,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    To address the issue, kindly help us with the following questions.

    1. What is the make and model of the computer?
    2. What is the exact error message that is displayed while you play the game?
    3. Are you facing this issue on Xbox console or Windows PC?

    BEX64 error is caused by the saved files while you play the game. Kindly check with the below suggestions and see if it works.

    • Delete all saved files (game files) from your users/documents folder (possibly libraries/documents folder).
    • Start the game launcher from origin.
    • If the origin syncs saved files before starting the launcher > Perform step 1 again.
    • If it doesn’t sync, start the game and Play.

    Note: Delete only the game files, do not delete the personal files.

    Kindly help us with the above queries and respond with the status of the issue.

    Hope it helps.

    Mala S

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Mala_S, Aug 22, 2021
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  4. Frogger Win User

    Cannot play a game unless it is in respective file folder

    ?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

    hmmm?
    Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

    When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

    Important

    If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
    If you both use the same computer

    You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
    If both computers are on the same network

    You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
    If you want to share your files online

    You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

    Step-by-step procedure

    If you don't want others to access your files

    You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure

    'HELP' it can be your friend *Smile Cannot play a game unless it is in respective file folder :)
     
    Frogger, Aug 22, 2021
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