Windows 10: Cannot rename folder, folder not found

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  1. LilBro Win User

    Cannot rename folder, folder not found


    For some reason I cannot rename a folder. When I enter the name after either selecting "rename" or by doubling on the Name box, two error messages show. The first is The second is I've killed and restarted file explorer beaucoup times. I've tried right after starting windows. What gives? More mictosoft features to force me to abandon win10?

    :)
     
    LilBro, Sep 18, 2024
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    • Make a new folder.
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    PVTCaboose1337, Sep 18, 2024
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  3. files and folders "renaming music folder to audio"

    Hello,

    Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am glad to assist you on this.

    • Are you facing any issues in renaming folder?
    • When you say, "music folder does not apply anymore as a primary designation" what exactly are you referring to?
    Follow the steps below to rename folder:

    • Right click on a folder which you want to rename.
    • Select Rename and enter new name for it.
    Hope this helps. Kindly get back to us with the above details to assist you further.

    Thank You.
     
    ThofikhAhamad, Sep 18, 2024
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  4. Cannot rename folder, folder not found

    Can't rename folder.

    Hi Howard,

    It is possible that the difficulty renaming your folder is due to access/account limitation or a recent change was made on your computer. For better assistance, please answer the following questions:

    • Are you getting an error message when trying to rename the folder?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried?
    • Can you send us a screenshot of the "Public" folders?

    We will be waiting for your response.
     
    Dennis Mop, Sep 18, 2024
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