Windows 10: Sharing folders on home network now that Home Group removed

Hi, I was sharing folders on my home WiFi network between 3 Windows 10 computers. This has stopped working and I assume it is because Microsoft helpfully killed the HomeNetwork option.


So how can I start sharing folders again?


Specifically I have a desktop and want to make some of it's folders available to two laptops I have on the same WiFi. When I open explorer on them them I can see the other computers on the network, but not open any folders.


On the desktop when I try to share the folder it asks me which people to share it with. I have no idea what to enter here. It list's my surname as an available person which I assume is my account on the desktop. I have no idea how to share the folder with the laptops.


What do I need to do?

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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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Sharing folders over network - access denied

Hello,

To troubleshoot your concern with sharing files over the network using your Windows 10 device, we suggest that you run the Shared folders troubleshooter and check if it helps. Kindly refer to the steps below:

• Type in Troubleshooting in the search box and press
  Enter.
• Click View all.
• Click Shared Folders.
• Click Next and follow on-screen instructions.

Hope it helps.

 

How to share files or folder on a specific user on the network?

Hi Mateenn,

Thank you for keeping us posted.

I really appreciate all your efforts in trying to fix this issue.

I would suggest you to try the following steps and check if that helps.

Share files using Windows Home Groups:

Home groups were introduced in windows 7 and are designed to simplify the process of sharing files between the various PC. A home group is created initially on one PC and then each of your other computers connect to it in
order to link them all together. Once you have joined the home group, you can then decide which libraries and file types you want to share such as pictures, Documents and music.

To create a home group:

• Open up the Start menu and search for home group.
• Click on home group from the list of result that comes up.
• Your PC will now perform a quick search for any existing home group. But in this case we need to create one. After a moment or two, you should see a button to create.
• Tap this to create your home group.
• You will now be walked through a quick guide to get the home group setup.
• Tap next on the Windows that pops up to get started.
• Now choose what types of files you want to share with others who join your home group and tap next to continue.
• You home group will now be set up, and you will get a home group password generated. Make a note of this for other PC’s you want to join your network.
• Press Finish, and we are now done with this PC.

Joining a Home group:

• Open up the start menu and search for home group.
• Click on home group from the list of result that comes up.
• Your PC will now perform a quick search for any existing home group and should find the one we just created. Tap Join to continue.
• Type in the password you got from the setup previously.
• You will now be asked what files you want to share within the home group.
• Press Finish, and that’s the second PC now added to the home group.
• Now simply repeat that process with any other PC’s you want to join to the home group too.

Accessing files in the Home group:

• Now that you have connected your PC’s together, the next step is to actually find the files that you have shared within your home group. This is pretty easy as windows will show you the home group on the left hand sidebar
  within Windows Explorer.
• So to access the files.
• Open up Windows Explorer by clicking the Folder icon on your taskbar.
• Look for home group on the left and click this.
• You will then be shown all the computers in the home group, so click on the one you want to view.
• Now you will see the shared files from that PC, so again simply click on the folder or file you are after.

For reference:

I would suggest you to refer to the article given below and check if that helps.

Share files and folders

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-IN/windows-8/share-files-folders

All the above steps holds good for windows 10 as well.

I hope this information is helpful.



Please do let us know if you need any further assistance, we will be glad to assist you.

Thank you.