Windows 10: I can't create new folders with the context menu or in windows explorer.

Discus and support I can't create new folders with the context menu or in windows explorer. in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Pretty much what the title says, in the context menu under the 'new' option there is no longer the option to create a new folder. I'm running windows... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by CountFapula, Aug 31, 2020.

  1. I can't create new folders with the context menu or in windows explorer.


    Pretty much what the title says, in the context menu under the 'new' option there is no longer the option to create a new folder.

    I'm running windows 10 ver. 10.0.19041 build 19041

    I've tried running registry edit, going to Computer\HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\Directory\Background\shellex\ContextMenuHandlers and changing the registry key to
    {D969A300-E7FF-11d0-A93B-00A0C90F2719}, this didn't work


    I've tried doing this:

    Use Command Prompt to create a directory
    Several users reported that they managed to fix the problem simply by using Command Prompt to create a new folder on their PC.

    According to users, they created a directory on their PC using the Command Prompt and the issue was completely resolved. To create a directory using the Command Prompt, you need to do the following:

    1. Press Windows Key + X to open Win + X menu. Now choose Command Prompt Admin from the list. If theCommand Prompt isn’t available, you can also use PowerShell Admin.
    2. When Command Prompt starts, enter cd / to navigate to the root directory.
    3. Now enter mkdir FolderName in order to create a new directory. By doing that you’ll create a new folder on your C drive.

    This did create a new folder in the C drive, but it then made the 'new' tab in the context menu become empty.

    I then tried to delete the registry key and replace it with the one above, and this replaced the options in the 'new' tab in the context menu, but the 'new folder' option is still missing.

    I've then tried these options from this board that other previous users had the same problem with, under this topic:
    https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-files/cant-create-new-folder-in-windows-10/88f3fdc5-26fe-42d0-b02e-38288cedf7f8?auth=1


    Please try these methods and see if they help you:



    Method 1: Run System File Checker SFC scan:



    1. Search for 'command prompt' using Cortana or Windows Search.



    2. From results, right click on Command Prompt and select Run as administrator.



    3. Type sfc /scannow command and press Enter key.



    4. Let the command complete and then reboot the machine.



    Method 2: Reset File Explorer explorer.exe process:



    1. Press Windows Key + R and type SYSDM.CPL in Run. Click OK or press Enter key.



    2. In System Properties window, switch to Advanced tab, click Settings under Performance.



    3. Next, in Performance Options, under Processor scheduling, make sure that Adjust for best performance of: is set to Programs.



    4. Then in the same window, under Virtual memory, click Settings button.



    5. On Virtual Memory page, make sure Automatically manage paging file sizes for all drives option is checked. Click OK, then Apply, OK on rest of windows.



    I've only just noticed this after having recently had a windows update that dealt with microsoft edge: update KB4559309.

    After windows installed this update, I had recently tried to make a new folder and now am not able to either via the context menu, or in windows explorer via the quick menu.

    :)
     
    CountFapula, Aug 31, 2020
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  2. New Folder is not created from Context Menu

    Hello everyone, Hope you guys are well.

    I am running windows 10 which is updated with the latest features. It was working perfectly till today morning. From morning, I am facing some problem while trying to create new folder from context menu. Folder is creating perfectly from cmd using "mkdir" command
    but from context menu its not working. When clicking the "Folder" in context menu, its showing me "Create Shortcut" like the picture given. Please help me if anyone know what exactly happened. Thanks in advance.
    I can't create new folders with the context menu or in windows explorer. 5f746b43-5553-4c65-872e-66106db9f693?upload=true.png
     
    RahmanMushfiqur, Aug 31, 2020
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  3. creating new folder problem in windows 10 creator

    Hi Gudiya,

    The problem you've encountered in creating a folder could be caused by software or program conflict as the issue appeared a few days after installing the Windows 10 Creators update. For us to know if this only occurs when creating a new folder from the desktop,
    we suggest that you try creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut or from File Explorer. Please refer to the steps below:

    Creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut.

    • Click on the desktop.
    • Press CTRL + SHIFT + N.
    • A new folder should be created.

    Creating a new folder from File Explorer.

    • Open File Explorer.
    • Hover your mouse on the location where you want to create a new folder.
    • Right-click it, go to New > Folder.

    In case the problem persists, then we suggest that you go ahead and perform a clean boot. Doing so will start your computer using minimal drivers to help us determine what conflict is causing the problem. Check out
    How to perform a clean boot in Windows for the detailed steps.

    Let us know the result so we can further assist you.

    Regards.
     
    Vanessa Yar, Aug 31, 2020
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