Windows 10: File Explorer crashes after dragging Chrome Web Store URL shortcut

Hi all,

While visiting the Chrome web store, I dragged a URL from my Chrome address bar to a folder that is now crashing when I try to delete that shortcut, or interact with other files in that folder.

What's different about the url shortcut in this case is that it's only present in the address bar when you open an app, theme or extension (in the web store) as a pop-up to take a look at the details.

You can see what I mean by loading the URL concerned:
pro grey - Chrome Web Store

Again, when I try to delete that shortcut, File Explorer crashes and I'm returned to the desktop. The shortcut is still present when I navigate back to the folder.

If I save another url shortcut to the folder and then delete that shortcut, File Explorer crashes.
If I save a text file to the folder, File Explorer crashes (but the file is present when I navigate back to the folder).

The issue appears to be confined to the folder where I saved the shortcut. However, if I copy the original chrome store shortcut to another folder, that folder will then exhibit the same behaviour.

Should I try deleting the folder? Will there be any problem left lurking in the background even if that is successful?

Thanks in anticipation.

:)

 

webpage shortcut Windows 10

After stumbling around with a few earlier suggestions trying to create a web site desktop shortcut in Windows 10 using their Edge browser, I took a shot at trying Mr. Edgell's suggestion, switched to Google Chrome - not having Internet Explorer - and VOILA!!!,
was immediately able to drag the selected web site's URL to the desktop with no problem whatsoever. So much for progress with Windows 10, huh?

 

Facebook icon on Windows 10 background

Option 1: download the Facebook app from the Windows Store then pin it to the desktop:

Step 1:

Download Facebook - Microsoft Store

Step 2: Quick
Tip: Create desktop shortcuts in Windows 10

Option 2: Launch Internet Explorer then create a Favicon:

Step 1: How to locate and open Internet Explorer in Windows
10

Step 2:

To create shortcuts to your favorite websites on the desktop





Launch Internet Explorer, the click the left mouse button on the URL icon for the desired website, then drag and release on the desktop.





You can also drag and drop on the desktop

If you prefer Chrome:

How to Create a Desktop Shortcut to a Website in Chrome - LAPTOP