Windows 10: Windows explorer hangs when trying to create a new folder

Discus and support Windows explorer hangs when trying to create a new folder in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Every time I try to create a new folder in windows explorer it hangs, then doesn't respond, then goes back to the explorer screen without the folder... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by KatieScotland, May 26, 2019.

  1. KATIESCOTLAND
    KatieScotland Win User

    Windows explorer hangs when trying to create a new folder


    Every time I try to create a new folder in windows explorer it hangs, then doesn't respond, then goes back to the explorer screen without the folder being made (total time around 1 min). I've tried the system check and a clean boot with no success. Its really annoying when you have several projects on the go! Any ideas?

    :)
     
    KatieScotland, May 26, 2019
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  2. VANESSA YAR
    Vanessa Yar Win User

    creating new folder problem in windows 10 creator

    Hi Gudiya,

    The problem you've encountered in creating a folder could be caused by software or program conflict as the issue appeared a few days after installing the Windows 10 Creators update. For us to know if this only occurs when creating a new folder from the desktop,
    we suggest that you try creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut or from File Explorer. Please refer to the steps below:

    Creating a new folder using a keyboard shortcut.

    • Click on the desktop.
    • Press CTRL + SHIFT + N.
    • A new folder should be created.

    Creating a new folder from File Explorer.

    • Open File Explorer.
    • Hover your mouse on the location where you want to create a new folder.
    • Right-click it, go to New > Folder.

    In case the problem persists, then we suggest that you go ahead and perform a clean boot. Doing so will start your computer using minimal drivers to help us determine what conflict is causing the problem. Check out
    How to perform a clean boot in Windows for the detailed steps.

    Let us know the result so we can further assist you.

    Regards.
     
    Vanessa Yar, May 26, 2019
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  3. DENNIS MOP
    Dennis Mop Win User
    I cant create a new folder in windows 10

    Hi,

    As the scans were not able to find any corrupted system files, we recommend that you try creating a new folder through
    File Explorer. To do this, kindly follow the steps below.

    • Press Windows key and type "file explorer" to open File Explorer.
    • Click Desktop.
    • Under the Home tab, select the New folder option.
    • Create a name for your folder.

    Let us know if you were able to create a new folder by following the steps provided.
     
    Dennis Mop, May 26, 2019
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  4. AHHZZ
    Ahhzz Win User

    Windows explorer hangs when trying to create a new folder

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, May 26, 2019
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