Windows 10: I lost my desktop

Discus and support I lost my desktop in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I have lost my desktop. I was trying to fix a red x in front of my administrator icon which was not allowing me to access or do things on my computer,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by AlexMills7, Jan 12, 2022.

  1. I lost my desktop


    I have lost my desktop. I was trying to fix a red x in front of my administrator icon which was not allowing me to access or do things on my computer, as i was searching for a fix I came across a fix see attached, it seemed helpful being many people seemed to help them. I tried it, but now when I log in, my desktop is gone it is just a black screen, and my internet opens and that is the only thing I have access too. then I must use Control Alt Del to escape and go back to the login screen

    :)
     
    AlexMills7, Jan 12, 2022
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  2. 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, Jan 12, 2022
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  3. Misiowiec Win User
    Lost desktop background

    I did a Search & Distroy spyware scan the other day, and one of the suggested "fixes" said something about removing Active Desktop. Like the muppet I am I clicked yes and am now without a desktop background picture.

    Does anyone have an idea how to reverse this? If I try to select a picture it's simply not added as a background.
     
    Misiowiec, Jan 12, 2022
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  4. I lost my desktop

    lost folders from desktop

    Hello,

    It is possible that your folders were deleted, hidden, or move where they are saved before. For us to efficiently assist you, we would like to ask a few questions:

    • Could you tell us if you have tried checking if those folders are hidden?
    • Have you tried to check your Recycle Bin?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?

    Meanwhile, we advise that you follow the suggestions provided in this
    article
    on how to find missing files in Windows 10.

    We're looking forward to your response.
     
    Stephanie Sal, Jan 12, 2022
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