Windows 10: Missing folders

Discus and support Missing folders in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; How to find missng desktop folders https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/all/missing-folders/0f9bbe9f-4164-46a5-803b-6626426ba712 Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Cathy02, Apr 19, 2020.

  1. Cathy02 Win User

    Missing folders


    How to find missng desktop folders

    :)
     
    Cathy02, Apr 19, 2020
    #1

  2. Pinned & Recent Folder Missing From Explorer in Start

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    I understand that the quick access and recently oped files option are missing. We will assist you to resolve the issue.

    I suggest you to follow the steps given below and check if it helps to resolve the issue.


    • Open File explorer.
    • Click on View and then Options.
    • Choose Folder and search options.
    • Under General Tab and under Privacy, make sure to place a check mark on Show recently used files and recently used folder in Quick access.
    Hope the information helps. Let us know if you need further assistance. We will be happy to help.

    Thank you.
     
    Krishna Prasobh V, Apr 19, 2020
    #2
  3. Xylee Del Win User
    Lost folders on Update

    Hi,

    There are ways to recover some missing files on Windows 10. For us to help you recover them, we'd like to ask a few things. Kindly answer the following:

    • Are you using an Administator account to search for the missing folders/files?
    • Are you able to find the missing files/folders using Search?
    • What specific files/folders are missing?

    Meanwhile, as an initial troubleshooting, we suggest that you check this
    article
    and follow the troubleshooting steps given.

    We'll be waiting for your response.
     
    Xylee Del, Apr 19, 2020
    #3
  4. Missing folders

    Why did the startup window get cleared?

    I didn't missed any step, the list was gone and gone , even after using lot of programs the programs were not listed in that list.
     
    smartali89, Apr 19, 2020
    #4
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