Windows 10: File sharing through network

Discus and support File sharing through network in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; For years I have been able to access my desktop from my laptop and vice versa. Now it only partially happens. I know that there have been Windows... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by mandpw, Mar 6, 2021.

  1. MANDPW
    mandpw Win User

    File sharing through network


    For years I have been able to access my desktop from my laptop and vice versa. Now it only partially happens. I know that there have been Windows updates/changes, etc., but I can't see how that affects my situation.


    So far as I know I have taken all steps to share files. I have designated folders to be shared, etc.


    As of today, my desktop can see and access my laptop, but my laptop cannot see/access my desktop.


    Have I missed a step somewhere? If so, what can I do?

    :)
     
    mandpw, Mar 6, 2021
    #1
  2. EESHWAR KUMAR
    Eeshwar Kumar Win User

    Block File sharing in Wifi network, Windows 10

    Hi Lori,

    As per the description, I understand that you want to block file sharing on your Wi-Fi network. I suggest you to follow the steps provided below and check if it helps.

    • Right click on Start and select Control Panel.
    • Change the view type to Large Icons.
    • Click on Network and Sharing center.
    • In the left navigation pane, click on Advanced sharing center.
    • In the right pane, under Files and printer sharing, select the option:
      Turn off file and printer sharing.
    • Restart the system and check for status.

    Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Mar 6, 2021
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  3. ROYCEJP
    roycejp Win User
    Network Discovery & File Sharing refuse to stay ON

    Hi,

    No, I don't have Malwarebytes installed.

    I also followed the steps from the support link you suggested, but to no avail.

    Actually all was fine until a day ago. This issue happened overnight.

    Enabling Network discovery & file sharing (by any method) does not stick.
    It promptly switches back to OFF.

    Thank you!
     
    roycejp, Mar 6, 2021
    #3
  4. SANDEEP_KM
    Sandeep_KM Win User

    File sharing through network

    SHARING FILES WITH WINDOWS 7

    Hello,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    • Have you made any changes on your PC?
    • Did you perform any Windows update recently?
    • Are you connected to Domain network?

    I suggest you to try the below steps and check if that helps.

    1. To share files over file explorer refer the following

      article      .
    2. Refer article for
      file sharing       over a network.

    Hope it helps.

    Let us know if you got the help you needed by clicking, Yes or No.

    Sandeep Kumar M

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Sandeep_KM, Mar 6, 2021
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