Windows 10: Why can't I move folders back off my new SSD

Discus and support Why can't I move folders back off my new SSD in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I recently installed and formatted a new SSD into my windows 11 pc it was solely for clips from games and pictures from everything to be all in one... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by D ., Jun 6, 2025 at 12:07 PM.

  1. D .
    D . Win User

    Why can't I move folders back off my new SSD


    I recently installed and formatted a new SSD into my windows 11 pc it was solely for clips from games and pictures from everything to be all in one spot. Just after I had finished moving everything over I downloaded an app from the store and didn't notice I had left the download path as the backup drive, I moved the app out of there but there are two folders left over, WindowsApps and Program Files. Both are empty but trying to delete or move them out of the folder I'm told I do not have permission to perform these actions, I'm aware windows doesn't allow users complete control of everything t

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    D ., Jun 6, 2025 at 12:07 PM
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  2. JMCSLOB
    jmcslob Win User

    2 x SSD Raid 0 - is this right?

    Hey Fits

    Can you list a few helpful hints for T ski ,maybe a step by step how to OR what to look out for*Cool Why can't I move folders back off my new SSD :cool:
     
    jmcslob, Jun 6, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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  3. JMCSLOB
    jmcslob Win User
    2 x SSD Raid 0 - is this right?

    T ski b4 your done with this post can you list a step by step fix of what you did, I would appreciate it if you would...Thanks
     
    jmcslob, Jun 6, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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  4. RUSKISNAJPER
    RuskiSnajper Win User

    Why can't I move folders back off my new SSD

    Custom Folder view for new folders registery hack ?

    Te new folder has default view of LIST

    I want DETAILS

    When making new system ... it's a pain in ass changing always.
     
    RuskiSnajper, Jun 6, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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