Windows 10: Files I deleted from desktop magically keep reappearing

Discus and support Files I deleted from desktop magically keep reappearing in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; About two months ago I deleted a bunch of stuff from my dekstop. A couple of shortcuts, some txt files, some folders, some small applications. After... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by JanKrawczyński, Feb 23, 2021.

  1. Files I deleted from desktop magically keep reappearing


    About two months ago I deleted a bunch of stuff from my dekstop. A couple of shortcuts, some txt files, some folders, some small applications. After couple of weeks everything reappeared on my desktop, I googled the issue, fixed some things that people were pointing out as possible causes and deleted the files again. I thought the issue was solved and I won't be bothered by it anymore. Today when I powered on my PC the haunting files are back. I am aware that this problem exists for some time, and there already is a number of threads about it but none of them is helpful. Is there seriously no fix for this?

    :)
     
    JanKrawczyński, Feb 23, 2021
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  2. Reappearing files I deleted

    Hi Aleander,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    We understand how you feel about the situation. We're sorry for the trouble.

    I suggest you to follow the below steps to delete the folder and check if it's reappear.


      • Open the Command prompt with admin (Windows +x and select Command prompt).

      • In the command prompt, type the command below and press enter.

        NOTE: Substitute
        Full Path of Folder within quotes below with your folder's full path within quotes instead.

        RD /S /Q "Full Path of Folder".

      • The folder should now be deleted.

      • Close the command prompt.
    Please reply to us with the status of the issue and check if it helps.

    Thanks.
     
    Anil Madishetty, Feb 23, 2021
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  3. MohanC Win User
    windows 10 deleted my desktop files

    Step 1 - I upgraded to Win 10 and lost all my files on Desktop.

    Step 2 - Found the files in Network - USers- Desktop

    copied all files again to desktop.

    Step 3- Restarted my machine again and lost desktop files again.

    Step 4 - As suggested did the following as listed below but dont find my files.

    • Press “Windows + E”, open This PC/Computer
    • Open Local Disc C, open Windows.old
    • Click on Users, select your User name
    • Go to desktop folder
    Cant find my files. Why is Win 10 deleted files again and again from Desktop ?.
     
    MohanC, Feb 23, 2021
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  4. Files I deleted from desktop magically keep reappearing

    Reappearing deleted files

    Under what circumstances do the files reappear?

    • After a reboot?
    • At a fixed time?
    • When you do something specific?
    • At random?
     
    Frederik Long, Feb 23, 2021
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