Windows 10: How do empty file times get stored on an NTFS file system?

Hi,I'm creating a Rust application that synchronizes files from Windows 11 and Windows Server 2008 R2 to SharePoint. Everything works great, except one thing: in Explorer, many files show no Created date on them. When I use Rust's std::fs::metadata to access these file times and transform them to a date I want, I get as date 1979-12-31T23:00:00+00:00.My guess is that this time is the default for file times having no value, but I want to be sure. Can an expert please confirm that the above timestamp is indeed used as an empty value? Then I make sure not to include it in my program.Thanks in adv

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Stored files in Hard Drive

You can use Windows search. Just search for *.* on a desired drive. When list is done just arrange them by size LOL.

You can do it via command line as well and make an output text file showing files and their sizes (but without arrangement)

 

Stored files in Hard Drive

I'd like to know if there's a way of listing all the files stored in my hardware and arrange them by size, because I want to keep track of what's on my hard drive. Thanks, I hope you answer.

 

Getting a "The file is too large for the destination file system" error on a NTFS external HD

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Welcome to Microsoft community.

If you're encountering the "The file is too large for the destination file system" error on an external hard drive that is already formatted with NTFS, it's possible that there may be other issues at play. Here are some steps to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue:

1. Check Available Space: Ensure that your NTFS-formatted external hard drive has sufficient free space to accommodate the file you're trying to copy. NTFS theoretically supports very large files, but the actual available space on the drive could be a limiting factor.
   
2. File System Corruption: Although NTFS is a robust file system, it's not immune to corruption. Run a disk check utility to scan and repair any potential file system issues. Here's how to do it:
   
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
     
   • Type (replace "X" with the drive letter of your external hard drive) and press Enter. chkdsk /f X:
     
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to schedule a disk check at the next system restart.
     
   • Restart your computer to allow the check to run.
     
3. Check for Disk Errors: Use the built-in Windows utility to check the disk for errors:
   
   • Right-click the drive in File Explorer.
     
   • Select "Properties."
     
   • Go to the "Tools" tab.
     
   • Under "Error checking," click "Check."
     
4. Defragment the Drive: If your external hard drive is heavily fragmented, it might affect its ability to store large files efficiently. You can defragment the drive to optimize its performance:
   
   • Right-click the drive in File Explorer.
     
   • Select "Properties."
     
   • Go to the "Tools" tab.
     
   • Under "Optimize and defragment drive," click "Optimize."
     
5. Check File Attributes: Ensure that the file you're trying to copy doesn't have any unusual attributes or permissions that might prevent it from being copied. Right-click the file, select "Properties," and review the file's attributes.
   
6. Use a Different USB Port or Cable: Sometimes, hardware issues can lead to file transfer problems. Try using a different USB port or cable to connect your external hard drive.
   
7. Test with a Different File: Try copying a different large file to the external hard drive to see if the issue is specific to that particular file.
   
8. Backup and Reformat: If none of the above steps work, you may need to back up the data on the external hard drive, reformat it, and then copy your files back to it. This process can help refresh the file system and resolve any underlying issues.
   
9. Check for Hidden or System Files: Make sure you're not trying to copy any hidden or system files that could be restricted.
   

If none of these steps resolve the issue, and you continue to encounter the error, it's possible that there might be a hardware problem with your external hard drive. In such cases, consider contacting the drive's manufacturer for further assistance or replacing the drive if it's under warranty.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any further updates. Thanks.

Best regards

Derrick Qian | Microsoft Community Support Specialist