Windows 10: Download folder freezes upon running .exe file [Solved]

Currently i run into a rather weird problem, so i downloaded an .exe file this was a setup.exe file for a software i plan on using, i used the software before without any issues in the past but after not having used it for months i just deleted it.
But back on track, everything went well until i tried to run the .exe file by clicking on it aaaand then my Downloads folder freezes.
Now everything else still works fine, i can use everything else on my pc with ease so i thought the issue might be the Download itself or the folder however i can move the .exe out of the folder with ease and then when i tried running it, it happend again.

Side note: .exe files downloaded via a 3rd party program like lets say Steam do function.

Any tips or tricks?

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RUN won't 'run' EXE files

Since 1803 was loaded on 3 of my Dell laptops (various models) I've discovered that the RUN function (under Windows Start Button) won't "run" an EXE file that is located in my download folder.

Same response on 3 different laptops.

I have a history of the APP for these EXEs (~12+ years worth) and they have always run from the RUN box and from the same download folder.

I can get the EXE to run when I click on it from Windows File Explorer or the Directory Opus File Manager.

I've also copied the two most recent EXEs that I downloaded since the 1803 update to my Desktop and they will run from the RUN box at that location.

I'm guessing something has changed with the 1803 update to affect this, but have not been able to figure it out as of yet.

Anyone have any suggestions?

 

Can't run .exe file

Hi Phil,

There are several reasons why you are having issues running .exe files on your Windows 10 laptop. To assist you better, kindly answer the questions below:

• Have you made any changes to your laptop prior to this issue?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
• What is the error message that you received when running .exe files?

Regards.

 

unable to download and run .exe files

I tried to download and run .exe file but I am not able to run . I tried in private mode for edge browser. then also I am getting error. after downloading the .exe file it shows, the file may be moved or deleted. in private mode,i tried to run the file,
but it shows file not found.

please provide me troubleshooting steps for me,its vwery important for me.