Windows 10: Can't move files and more problems on Desktop Windows 10

Discus and support Can't move files and more problems on Desktop Windows 10 in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Ever since I transferred from my HDD to an SDD, my directory as well as many other things has been messed up;- can't move files from a folder to my... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Manerum, Feb 15, 2022.

  1. Manerum Win User

    Can't move files and more problems on Desktop Windows 10


    Ever since I transferred from my HDD to an SDD, my directory as well as many other things has been messed up;- can't move files from a folder to my desktop- can't create shortcuts- can't rename folders/files sometimesHere are some solutions I've tried that didn't work: scf /scannow, DISM commands, disk check, registry fixers, etc. Windows did not detect any corruptions or errors during these commands, by the wayI feel like I've tried everything to no avail, please help me solve or at least identify this problem, thanks!

    :)
     
    Manerum, Feb 15, 2022
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  2. 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, Feb 15, 2022
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  3. Ahhzz Win User
    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Feb 15, 2022
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  4. Can't move files and more problems on Desktop Windows 10

    Windows 10 missing desktop files

    Hi Adriane,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I can imagine the inconvenience you have experienced. I will definitely help you with this.

    • Did you do a clean installation of Windows or upgrade to Windows 10?
    I suggest you to follow the below steps and check if you can find your desktop files.

    • Open This PC.
    • Double click on C: drive.
    • Open Users > double click on your user name.
    • Open Desktop and check if you can find missing files.
    Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are glad to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    ThofikhAhamad, Feb 15, 2022
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