Windows 10: Removable Storage Devices folder on my desktop.

So I found an folder on my desktop on Windows. At the desktop, I see an folder, reading "Removable Storage Devices". I don't know why this was here. I can't delete the folder with a right click. I can't add items to the folder. I can't move it to the trash can. From an Reddit post, it shows all of the Removable Storage Drives that you have installed on this folder. I tried refreshing my Desktop, but it came back. Sometimes for a second, it disappears. On second thought, when I install a new program with adding an desktop shortcut, it replaces the folder on the desktop. It also does not have Re

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A folder named Removable storage devices appears on my desktop occasionally.

A folder named Removable storage devices appears on my desktop occasionally.

 

A folder named "Removable Storage Devices" suddenly on my desktop

Hello,

A software conflict is one of the possible causes why you're getting a folder
"Removable Storage Devices". To help you resolve your concern, kindly follow these steps:

• Perform a clean boot. You may refer to this
  link.
• Use the
  System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files.
• Restart your computer. If the issue persists, kindly delete the folder. But before doing so, please create a backup file just in case you encounter a data loss.
  

Do let us know if you have any other concerns.

 

Internal Storage devices being detected as removable devices

Hi,

I would suggest you to update your storage controller driver.

Method 1: Update Storage Controller Driver

Follow the steps.

• Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.
• Expand the Storage Controller.
• Right-click on the Storage controller Driver
  and select Update Driver Software.
• Wait for sometime and check if the issue persists.
• Restart your system.

Method 2: Uninstall and then reinstall Storage Controller driver from the Manufacturer's Website

Follow the steps.

• Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.
• Expand the Storage Controller.
• Right-click on the Storage controller Driver
  and select Uninstall.
• Now, go to the Manufacturer's website and download the latest storage controller driver.
• Once the download is complete, double-click and run the setup file to complete installation.
• Restart your system.

Hope this helps. Please respond if you have further related queries.

Regards,