Windows 10: File Explorer has lost files

Discus and support File Explorer has lost files in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I had my documents and pictures on a second drive. I took it out. Now those folders under "This PC" in File Explorer tell me to insert a drive when I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by antidisestablishmentarini, Nov 10, 2018.

  1. File Explorer has lost files


    I had my documents and pictures on a second drive. I took it out. Now those folders under "This PC" in File Explorer tell me to insert a drive when I click on them because it is looking for D:/Documents. (It is correct in Libraries and Quick Access.) It isn't a major problem but how do I change the settings so I can go to those folders which I click on them?

    :)
     
    antidisestablishmentarini, Nov 10, 2018
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  2. Mohan B P Win User

    Files lost, Internet explorer not reachable, error Ox800703f1

    Hi,

    I realize that you are facing the issue in finding the lost files. Let me assist you.

    To narrow down the troubleshooting steps, kindly write back to us with the following information.

    • Did you make any prior changes before this error occurred?
    • What is the error message you are getting when you try to open Internet Explorer?
    • Have you updated the Windows to the latest build?
    • Check whether the original account exists. (Use the below steps to check)
    • Press Windows key + R key, type netplwiz and press
      Enter key.
    • Check if the user account exits under Users for this computer.
    I suggest you to follow the troubleshooting methods below and check if it helps.

    Method 1: Update the Windows to the latest build.

    • On the search bar type Settings.
    • Click on Update and Security.
    • Click on Check for Updates.
    • Read and accept the license terms, and then tap or click Finish if the update requires it.
    Method 2: To find lost files.

    Follow the link below to find lost files and check if it helps.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/Find-lost-files-after-the-update-to-Windows-10

    Hope the information helps. Kindly write back to us with the updated status of the issue for further assistance on Windows. We will be happy to assist you.

    Thank you.
     
    Mohan B P, Nov 10, 2018
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  3. 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! File Explorer has lost files :eek:
     
    imperialreign, Nov 10, 2018
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  4. File Explorer has lost files

    lost FILE EXPLORER ICON

    File Explorer icon LOST since last Win 10 update. Tried Start but can't find a field there, to search for File Explorer let alone the icon. Have tonight tried checking settings and other handy hints by Community, but still no File Explorer icon!! Finally
    tried Programs just in case, but not listed there. Urrggh! Can anyone help, please? NOTCRUISIN' RIGHT NOW.
     
    Justcruisin1000, Nov 10, 2018
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