Windows 10: small arrows near folder names

Discus and support small arrows near folder names in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; When browsing files in File Explorer I noticed small arrows on the Upper Right Corners of the Folder Icons. It actually looks like 2 arrow heads... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by l_turn9, May 12, 2022.

  1. L_TURN9
    l_turn9 Win User

    small arrows near folder names


    When browsing files in File Explorer I noticed small arrows on the Upper Right Corners of the Folder Icons. It actually looks like 2 arrow heads pointing in opposite directions, and I'm just curious about what they might mean? BTW, I'm not connected to OneDrive or other Back up mechanisms. Is there any place where I can find the meaning of any mysterious symbols I might find?

    :)
     
    l_turn9, May 12, 2022
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  2. WUNGRAILENG VASHI
    Wungraileng Vashi Win User

    Displaying Folder structure in the start menu All Apps

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    To make sure I understand correctly, are you referring to expanding a folder in the start menu to view the extended folders?

    If so, I would suggest you to try the steps below and check if it helps:

    1. After clicking "app apps", locate the folder from the list.

    2. Check if you see a small arrow like icon pointing downward near the folder.

    3. If so, click on it. This will expand all the folders and items included in that particular folder.

    Let us know if this helps.

    We will be glad to help if you need further assistance.
     
    Wungraileng Vashi, May 12, 2022
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  3. SYED ABDUL JABBAR
    Syed Abdul Jabbar Win User
    Moved a folder from another drive and rename and it still shows as the old folder name in certain places

    Hi Nick,

    I suggest you to try the steps provided below and check the behavior.

    • Create a new folder name it as 'My Videos'.
    • Now copy/cut and paste the contents which are in the folder "Videos", and delete the folder "Videos".
    • Now check the behavior.
    Please keep us updated with the status of the folder, to assist you further.

    Regards,
     
    Syed Abdul Jabbar, May 12, 2022
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  4. TOPGUNDCP
    topgundcp Win User

    small arrows near folder names

    Unable to delete a folder - Invalid folder name


    Suggestion:
    1. Run chkdsk x: /r to make sure that there's no HD corruption.
      x: is the drive containing the folder you want to delete.
    2. Try to delete the folder again. If still does not work, go to step 3.
    3. Download: Download - Linux Mint and create a bootable USB using: Rufus - Create bootable USB
    4. Boot up with Linux Mint and try to delete the folder again.
      NOTE: Unlike WinPE. Linux does not have any Windows permission imposed to it so it is easier to delete.
     
    topgundcp, May 12, 2022
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