Windows 10: Can't name or rename folders in File Explorer Windows 10

Discus and support Can't name or rename folders in File Explorer Windows 10 in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I can create new folders but I can't name them. Pls help. Using Microsoft 365 and One Drive. However same issue occurs in File Explorer outside of... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by AndrewWebster5, Apr 21, 2021.

  1. Can't name or rename folders in File Explorer Windows 10


    I can create new folders but I can't name them. Pls help.

    Using Microsoft 365 and One Drive. However same issue occurs in File Explorer outside of OneDrive.

    Have reviewed past discussion on the topic, what is the latest advice.

    Thanks

    Andrew

    :)
     
    AndrewWebster5, Apr 21, 2021
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  2. 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, Apr 21, 2021
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  3. mixa Win User
    Microsoft Internet Explorer renamed to Windows Internet Explorer ?

    Can't name or rename folders in File Explorer Windows 10 wie1.png


    Since version 7 of the world`s most popular web browser - Microsoft Internet Explorer was silently renamed to Windows Internet Explorer.Such a step from Microsoft is not a surprise since Internet Explorer is part of the Windows operation system for a long time.Obviously Microsoft corp. wants to state that Internet Explorer is already considered as a part of Windows and not as an external browser (remember the IE and WMP law issues last year!?).
     
  4. Can't name or rename folders in File Explorer Windows 10

    Win10 File Explorer will not allow naming a new folder

    Just downloaded Windows 10. In File Explorer I tried to create a new folder, but could not enter a name. The box closed and reverted to New Folder. Tried Rename, but box closed after entering first letter. Also in list of folders, keeps auto scrolling to
    top.

    Edit:

    Link:

    https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us...t-rename/3d93fe8a-6041-4d2b-97a0-8fd7cc4f1a2d

    Title:

    File Explorer will not rename

    Just downloaded Windows 10. In File Explorer I tried to create a new folder, but could not enter a name. The box closed and reverted to New Folder. Tried Rename, but box closed after entering first letter.
    Also in list of folders, keeps auto scrolling to top.

    No color problems, so do not understand first reply.
     
    AngusScully, Apr 21, 2021
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