Windows 10: Where is Favourites folder from Photos app in File Explorer?

Discus and support Where is Favourites folder from Photos app in File Explorer? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hi guys, So I have selected the photos I want to save as favorites and I see that there is a favorite photos folder within the photos app but I am... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by JTmon3y19, Dec 12, 2020.

  1. JTMON3Y19
    JTmon3y19 Win User

    Where is Favourites folder from Photos app in File Explorer?


    Hi guys,


    So I have selected the photos I want to save as favorites and I see that there is a favorite photos folder within the photos app but I am wondering where I can find them within File Explorer for easier access when selecting my favorite photos.


    Thanks

    :)
     
    JTmon3y19, Dec 12, 2020
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  2. EDWIN
    Edwin Win User

    File Explorer "Photos" icon now missing since Creators Edition update

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    Edwin, Dec 12, 2020
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  3. TOMPINCHUK
    TomPinchuk Win User
    Windows 10 Photos App Not Displaying all Photos and Folders

    I've been trying to research this issue and have tried a number of fixes. Here is the situation:

    • I am using a network drive for my photos
    • "Collection" will not show all of my photos - many are missing.
    • If I go to "Folders" view:
      • Some will show only a subset of the photos.
      • Others will not show any photos at all.
      • Several folders don't show up at all (yet if I search for them in the search bar, they do)
    • If in Windows Explorer I click on any of the missing photos or folders, they all open with no issues with the photos App

    I have tried a number of fixes:

    • I have used the windows app troubleshooter
    • I reset the photos app
    • I have added and removed the folders in the photos app settings
    • I uninstalled and re-installed the photos app
    • I "refreshed" folders within the app
    • I changed permissions for the photos folder
      • Added SYSTEM to all sub-folders and files
    In all I have spent hours trying to get this to work - and its not. I really want to use the photos app to manage my extensive library of family photos. Any other suggestions to get this to work? Is this a known issue with Windows 10 Photos App?

    Thank You!
     
    TomPinchuk, Dec 12, 2020
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  4. KARTHICKA_R
    Karthicka_R Win User

    Where is Favourites folder from Photos app in File Explorer?

    1.63 gb in empty photos app

    Hi James,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

    • Is there any hidden files and folders in photo app?
    This issue could be caused due to a corrupted system file. I would suggest you try these steps and check:

    I would suggest you try the restore library option and check if it helps. Please back up all the files in the library before trying this, just to make sure you don’t lose any files. Refer these steps:

    • Open Windows explorer
    • In the left panel, locate Library and right click on it
    • Click “restore default libraries” option
    • Check if the issue persists.
    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Dec 12, 2020
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