Windows 10: Unable to access my files

Discus and support Unable to access my files in Windows 10 Customization to solve the problem; HiI updated Windows this week.Last night I rebooted my laptop and now I can't access anything. Is this because of the update again as its happened... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Customization' started by neiltaylor7, Jul 11, 2021.

  1. Unable to access my files


    HiI updated Windows this week.Last night I rebooted my laptop and now I can't access anything. Is this because of the update again as its happened before?How do I reverse the update?RegardsNeil

    :)
     
    neiltaylor7, Jul 11, 2021
    #1

  2. Unable to access files, folders and other drivers, error: Working on it

    Hi Paul,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community, we appreciate your interest in Windows 10.

    As you are unable to access files and folders in Windows Explorer, this issue might be due to corrupted or missing System files.

    I suggest you to Run SFC scan and check if you are able to access Files and folders.

    System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore corrupted files.

    Follow the below steps:


    • Right click on the Start button, click on
      Command Prompt (Admin).

    • Type “sfc /scannow” without the quotes and hit
      Enter.

    • After the scan, restart the computer and check for the issue.

    Hope it helps. Kindly update the status of this issue, we will be happy to help you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jul 11, 2021
    #2
  3. Nikhar_K Win User
    Unable to access files on Desktop from laptop

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.



    We understand that you are unable to access the files on your desktop from your laptop. However, we would like to know the details requested below:



    • Do you receive any error message/code?
    • Which build version of Windows 10 is installed on the computer?


    Ideally, to share files between two computers, they should be connected to the same network.



    We would like to know if you are able to access the drive using the IP address. Follow the steps mentioned below:



    1. Press Windows key + R, to open
      Run
      dialog box.
    2. Type
      \\IPAddress
      (ex: 192.168.x.x) and check if you are able to access the drive.


    If you get any error, please click on the drop down arrow in the error dialogue box and let us know the error.



    Also, check the sharing permissions for the shared folder. Refer the steps mentioned below:



    1. Navigate to the location on the PC through which the files are shared.
    2. Right click on the folder and select Properties.
    3. Click on Sharing tab, and click on
      Advanced Sharing.
    4. Now, select the checkbox for Share this folder.
    5. Click on Permissions, select the check box for
      Allow Full Control.
    6. Click on OK (Twice).


    For more information, you may refer the suggestions provided by
    Roohi_Taj
    replied on November 28, 2018 in the thread
    You do not have permission to access \\PC_NAME contact your network administrator to request access
    .



    Let us know the results.



    Regards,

    Nikhar Khare

    Microsoft Community - Moderator
     
    Nikhar_K, Jul 11, 2021
    #3
  4. Unable to access my files

    Unable to view photos and files as there is no permissions to access them on Windows 10

    Hi Kiwi,

    As you are facing issues with accessing the files, pictures on your device, do not worry we will help you with this issue.

    Do let us know the following to assist you better with this issue:

    • Have you made any changes to the operating system prior to this issue?
    • What is the complete error message/ error code while trying to files and pictures?

    I suggest you to follow the below steps to provide permission to the folder and check if that helps.

    Steps to give permissions to the drive:


    • Right-click on the folder which you’re unable to access and select
      Properties.

    • Click on Security tab and under
      Group or user names
      click on Edit.

    • Click on Add and type Everyone.

    • Click on Check names and then click
      OK.

    • Select Everyone and under
      Allow
      select Full control and click on
      Apply and Click Ok.

    For reference go through the below article:

    "Access Denied" or other errors when you access or work with files and folders in Windows

    Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of accessing the files and photos for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jul 11, 2021
    #4
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