Windows 10: why don't I have permission to see some shared folders?

Discus and support why don't I have permission to see some shared folders? in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I've long since shared documents, music and pictures on my central computer. My old laptop can still see all of them. My new computer can see the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by MichaelLevin3, Aug 20, 2020.

  1. why don't I have permission to see some shared folders?


    I've long since shared documents, music and pictures on my central computer. My old laptop can still see all of them. My new computer can see the documents, but not the pictures or the music. I get the message Windows cannot access \\central computer\Pictures. You don't have permission. ... Contact you network administrator that would be me to request access.

    I keep confirming that Pictures and Music are shared on my central computer. My central compute show up as a media device on my new computer that allows me some access via Windows Media Player.


    How do I get full shared access to Music and Pictures?

    :)
     
    MichaelLevin3, Aug 20, 2020
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  2. Shared folder won't give permissions

    Hi Joseph,

    To troubleshoot your concern with shared folder permission, perform these steps on your laptop:

    • Open Control Panel.
    • Click System and Security.
    • Under System and Security, click Network and Internet.
    • Click Network and Sharing Center.
    • Click Advanced sharing settings and turn on Public folder sharing.

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    Let us know how it went.
     
    Jennifer Cha, Aug 20, 2020
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  3. Frogger Win User
    ?? How do I PW protect Folders in windows

    hmmm?
    Sharing files and folders overview You can share the files and folders stored on your computer, on a network, and on the Web. The method you choose depends on whom you want to share files with, and what computer they will use to access the files.

    When you share files or folders, they are not as protected as they are when you do not share them. People with access to your computer or your network might be able to read, copy, or change files that are in a shared folder. You should always be aware that the files and folders that you share are available to other people and be sure to monitor your shared files and folders on a regular basis.

    Important

    If your computer is not joined to a domain, you can use the Network Setup Wizard to automatically turn file and printer sharing on or off. To start the Network Setup Wizard, click Start, click Control Panel, click Network and Internet Connections, and then click Network Setup Wizard.
    If you both use the same computer

    You can put the files you want to share in the Shared Documents folder. Files stored in the Shared Documents folder or its subfolders are always available to other users on your computer.

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, the Shared Documents, Shared Pictures, and Shared Music folders are not available.
    If both computers are on the same network

    You can share a folder or drive on your computer with others on the network. You can also control whether the files in the shared folder can be modified by other users.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    Note

    If you are connected to a network domain, you will need to set the Access control for the folder or drive after sharing it. For more information, go to To set, view, change, or remove file and folder permissions.
    If you want to share your files online

    You can publish pictures and documents on the Web using the Web Publishing Wizard. The files will be stored in a private, online folder that you manage.

    Step-by-step procedure

    If you don't want others to access your files

    You can prevent other users from accessing your folders and the files they contain. When your computer is connected to a domain, this is called setting permissions for your file or folder. When your computer is connected to a workgroup, this is called making your folders private.

    If your computer is connected to a network domain, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure
    If your computer is connected to a workgroup, use this procedure:

    Step-by-step procedure

    'HELP' it can be your friend *Smile why don't I have permission to see some shared folders? :)
     
    Frogger, Aug 20, 2020
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  4. newtekie1 Win User

    why don't I have permission to see some shared folders?

    vistas sharing permissions... help needed

    First make sure "Use Sharing Wizard" is disabled under Folder Options.

    Then when you setup the share, set the permissions on the sharing tab, but also you have to set the permissions on the security tab.
     
    newtekie1, Aug 20, 2020
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