Windows 10: How to check if File and Folders exists using PowerShell

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Managing files and folders is a crucial part of many automation tasks, and you can do it efficiently via PowerShell. PowerShell allows you to perform various tasks. One such thing is the ability to check whether files and folders exist on your system. This way, you can quickly check the existence of multiple files and […]

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Cannot rename files - File or folder does not exist

When I try and rename a file or folder on my desktop I get an error message - The file or folder does not exist. They do exist. I have full control over them by permissions. I can rename them through CMD. I can rename files in other folders. In looking around
the internet I found the instructions below on the Microsoft website,
they didn't help.

Help with this would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Method 1: Run Built in Troubleshooter.

Please follow the steps below to run Built in Troubleshooter:

1. Type troubleshooting in the Search area on the taskbar.
   
2. Click on View all on the left panel of the Troubleshooting Windows.
   
3. Select Windows store Apps.
   
4. Follow the on screen instruction.

Method 2: If the issue still persist please follow below steps.

1. Open the Task manager. Here’s a tip: Press CTRL+Shift+ESC.
2. Click File > Run New Task.
3. Make sure you have a check mark beside “Create this task with administrative privileges”
   
4. Type Powershell
5. Type the following in the Powershell prompt:
   
   $manifest = (Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.WindowsStore).InstallLocation + '\AppxManifest.xml' ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest
   
6. Close the Powershell window
7. Reboot.

Hope these information helps, please get back to us for future support, we’ll be glad to assist you further.

 

unable to restart a large folder copy with intent to skip most pre-existing items due to incorrect free space check

Hi Sekaita,



Thank you for posting the query on Microsoft Community. I am sorry to know that you are facing issues with Windows 10.



I do appreciate your efforts and time, and will assist you with the issue.



Method 1

I suggest you to run CHKDSK and check if it helps.

• 
  Open an elevated Command Prompt (Press the Windows + X button at the same time, then choose Command Prompt (Admin)
  
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  Type the following command, and replace the X with the drive letter you wish to scan: “CHKDSK X:”
  we suggest you use “CHKDSK X: /F”, only then it can correct errors.
  
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  Hit the enter key, Command Prompt will now start CHKDSK.
  

Method 2

I also suggest you to run a PowerShell and check if it helps.



Step: 1 Open the Task manager. Here’s a tip:
Press CTRL+Shift+ESC.

Step: 2 Click File > Run New Task

Step: 3 make sure you have a check mark beside “Create this task with administrative
privileges”

Step: 4 Type PowerShell

Step: 5 Type the following in the PowerShell prompt:

$manifest = (Get-AppxPackage Microsoft.WindowsStore).InstallLocation + '\AppxManifest.xml' ; Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register $manifest

Step: 6 close the PowerShell window

Step: 7 Reboot



Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.

 

?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

hmmm?
Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

Important

If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
If you both use the same computer

You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
If both computers are on the same network

You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
Note

If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
If you want to share your files online

You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

Step-by-step procedure

If you don't want others to access your files

You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure
If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

Step-by-step procedure

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