Windows 10: Folder has disappeared and now showing as shortcut file that cannot be opened.

Discus and support Folder has disappeared and now showing as shortcut file that cannot be opened. in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I have thousands of files in that folder. I need it!!... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Keith Woodcock, Nov 19, 2023.

  1. KEITH WOODCOCK
    Keith Woodcock Win User

    Folder has disappeared and now showing as shortcut file that cannot be opened.


    I have thousands of files in that folder. I need it!!

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    Keith Woodcock, Nov 19, 2023
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Folder has disappeared and now showing as shortcut file that cannot be opened.

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