Windows 10: Computer desktop and other files reset randomly, lost a lot of files

Discus and support Computer desktop and other files reset randomly, lost a lot of files in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hi all, I really need some help. My computer had recently began freezing with a loud buzzing sound, and the only way I could fix the problem was to... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Telethia, Oct 25, 2019.

  1. Telethia Win User

    Computer desktop and other files reset randomly, lost a lot of files


    Hi all, I really need some help.


    My computer had recently began freezing with a loud buzzing sound, and the only way I could fix the problem was to restart my PC until it happened again and repeat. However, I believe I had fixed the problem by changing my power options as some Youtube videos had suggested. I am just mentioning this in case it is relevant to my real problem.


    Shutting down my computer off last night, all was good and it followed the usual process of showing the shutting down screen then turning off. However, this morning I turn on my computer to find that all the files and folders from my desktop have disappeared, except for a few programs I had installed such as Google Chrome, Sony Vegas and my VPN. My recycle bin still has the files I put in there. I have wallpaper engine installed and it is still working. All my local disk (CComputer desktop and other files reset randomly, lost a lot of files :) files are still there. But my documents, downloads, pictures, music and videos are all empty. My taskbar has also reset to the default. I lost some important files I had stored within folders on my desktop such as A LOT of school work.


    Usually my computer has automatic restore points, but I check now and there are none at all. I desperately need my computer back to how it was. Help please?

    :)
     
    Telethia, Oct 25, 2019
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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, Oct 25, 2019
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  3. lost desktop and files

    Hi Jon,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    I understand that you have lost files after Windows 10 update. We will help you.

    To assist you better, I suggest you to answer the below question.

    • Did you face this issue after upgrading to Windows 10 from previous Windows?
    • Did you face this issue after updating in Windows 10?

    I would suggest you to refer the below link and check if it helps finding your files.

    After updating your PC to Windows 10, you may be having trouble finding your old files. Here are some things to try.

    Refer: Find lost files after the update to Windows 10

    Please post us back with more information to help you better.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Oct 25, 2019
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  4. Computer desktop and other files reset randomly, lost a lot of files

    File Lost!!

    I had that happen once where I lost a file that was too big to recover, and I couldn't find a utility that could do it, either . . .

    I ended up having to take the HDD to CompUSA and have them retrieve the lost info *Eek! Computer desktop and other files reset randomly, lost a lot of files :eek:
     
    imperialreign, Oct 25, 2019
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