Windows 10: Deleted user folder

Discus and support Deleted user folder in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Hey Microsoft, I deleted my user folder on my Windows folder, to try to get space to reset my pc. I did not create a restore point. My apps such as my... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by BJ Wingstar, Jul 13, 2023.

  1. Deleted user folder


    Hey Microsoft, I deleted my user folder on my Windows folder, to try to get space to reset my pc. I did not create a restore point. My apps such as my Microsoft Edge, chrome, file explorer do not work. I don't know what to do. Please help me. My pc is not working. And yes I can log in. And when I try to reset my pc it does not work

    :)
     
    BJ Wingstar, Jul 13, 2023
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  2. Trouble deleting a folder

    Thanks for the suggestion but it says "delete folder failed for E:\....." for each folder I try.

    *Confused Deleted user folder :confused:

    Will I be forever stuck with these unnecessary folders? *Oh Well Deleted user folder :eek:hwell:
     
    oli_ramsay, Jul 13, 2023
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  3. topgundcp Win User
    Unable to delete a folder - Invalid folder name


    Suggestion:
    1. Run chkdsk x: /r to make sure that there's no HD corruption.
      x: is the drive containing the folder you want to delete.
    2. Try to delete the folder again. If still does not work, go to step 3.
    3. Download: Download - Linux Mint and create a bootable USB using: Rufus - Create bootable USB
    4. Boot up with Linux Mint and try to delete the folder again.
      NOTE: Unlike WinPE. Linux does not have any Windows permission imposed to it so it is easier to delete.
     
    topgundcp, Jul 13, 2023
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  4. Joan Pin Win User

    Deleted user folder

    Can't delete the folder

    Hi Yasas,

    One of the possible reasons why you're getting this concern is due to appropriate permission on your file or folder. We suggest to use the Command Prompt in deleting your files. To do that, please follow the steps below:

    • Type cmd on your search bar and press Enter to open
      Command Prompt.
    • In the Command Prompt, enter del and location of the folder or file you want to delete and press
      Enter.
    For example: del c:\users\JohnDoe\Desktop\text.txt

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Joan Pin, Jul 13, 2023
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