Windows 10: Space Question

Got a new Lenovo laptop 1 TB, trying to copy files from my Seagate portable HD by dragging them to the desktop.

Getting an error message saying theres not enough space on the desktop, how is this happening when I have 938GB free on the new laptop?

Is there a setting I need to change somewhere?


Thanks for your help


Eddie McAdam

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3 questions for Windows 10

Hi,

I realize the issue you are facing with the desktop.

As you have multiple issues with the desktop, let me assist you with the issues one by one.

Question 1:

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps:

• 
  On the Desktop, right-click on an empty space.
  
• 
  In the drop down options, select
  View.
  
• 
  Uncheck the option: Auto arrange icons.
  

Question 2:

The information provided in question 2 is not clear, so kindly answer the below question;

• 
  About which “favorites” you are talking about
  (EDGE or WINDOWS EXPLORER or INTERNET EXPLORER)?
  

Question 3:

I suggest you to refer the below link to change Adobe to open PDF files instead of Edge and check if it helps:

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/change-default-programs-in-windows-10

I hope the given information is helpful. Kindly write back to us for further assistance on Windows 10.

Thank you.

 

space in hard dist for update windows 10

Hello ManolisTsitkanos,

To better assist you with your concern, I'd like to know the following:

• Confirm which build is currently installed on your device. To check, follow the steps below:

• Press Windows key + R, then type in winver.
• Click OK.

• What is the make and model of your computer?
• What is the exact error message that you're getting when performing an update?

Meanwhile, I'd suggest following the steps in this article
to help you free up drive space on your Windows 10 device.

Looking forward to your response.

Regards.

 

Low Storage Space - couple questions

Hi Claire,

The low storage space that you are experiencing might occur due to an automatic backup files that consume your hard disk space when creating a restore point. To turn it off, follow the steps below:

• Open Settings, and click/tap on the
  Update & security icon.
• Select Backup on the left side, and turn off Automatically back up my files on the right side.

To disable hibernation option, you may check the following steps:

• Right-click on the Start button, and choose Command Prompt (Admin) from the pop-up menu. If you are prompted by the User Account Control asking if you want to allow this program to make changes to your computer, click
  Yes to proceed.
• In the Command Prompt window, type powercfg.exe /hibernate off and press
  Enter. Exit the Command Prompt window.

We would appreciate it if you could get back to us and provide us your feedback.