Windows 10: Writing powershell script to allow apps through Controlled Folder Access

Hi,I have been trying to write a script to allow programs such as Paint, Screen Snippet, etc. to save to protected folders. However, I found it strange that while %UserProfile%\Documents is protected by default %UserProfile%\Desktop is not. Does not user store many of his personal files on Desktop?Also if we are to allow a program such as Paint using the scriptAdd-MpPreference -ControlledFolderAccessAllowedApplications "C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\dotPDNLLC.paint.net_4.19.6484.0_x64__h55e3w7q8jbva\PaintDotNet.exe"...What if the version number changes, in that case the path will change too rig

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Add an Allowed App through Controlled Folder Access in Windows Defender Security Center

Hello 91fw, *Smile

Here's the context menu for adding apps to the allowed list to help.

*Arrow Add Allow App through Controlled Folder Access context menu Windows 10 | Windows 10 Tutorials

That quote means that you can add an .exe file you consider to be safe to be allowed access to your protected folders. Basically, an app exception list.

 

How to remove drive from list of allowed apps in "controlled folder access"

I recently enabled controlled folder access in the Windows Security app. I was running an executable from a USB (assigned drive letter 'I:') that required access to one of my protected folders, so I allowed it via

Windows Security>Virus & threat protection>Manage ransomware protection>Allow an app through controlled folder access>Add an allowed app

After removing the USB drive the program I allowed is no longer in the list of allowed apps under "allow an app through controlled folder access". However, now "Drive (I" is listed as an allowed app.

It appears that I cannot remove the drive from the list of allowed apps. How can I remove it?

 

Controlled Folder Access blocked

Hi Aeolus0,

The Controlled Folder Access is an enterprise-class ransomware protection component that was recently added to Windows Defender. When you turn on Controlled folder access, a lot of the folders you use most often will be protected by default. This means that
content in any of these folders cannot be accessed or changed by any unknown or untrusted apps. Once you add additional folders, they become automatically protected as well. To add protected folders:

• Select Virus & threat protection settings.
• Under Controlled folder access, select Protected folders.
• Select Add a protected folder and follow the prompts to add folders.

If you see an App is blocked message when you try to use a familiar app, you can simply unblock the app. If this message displays:

• Write down or take note of the path of the blocked app.
• Select the message, and then select Add an allowed app.
• Browse for the program you want to allow access.

As for your query about having no sounds on your computer, it could be caused by an outdated or corrupted audio driver. For us to assist you better, kindly answer the questions below:

• Have you made any changes to your computer prior to this issue?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
• Which version and OS build number of Windows 10 is currently installed? To check, press the
  Windows key, type winver, and press the
  Enter key.
• Have you tried to download and install the latest audio driver from the manufacturer's website of your device?

Meanwhile, you can try the steps in this
link to troubleshoot sound issues on Windows 10.

We'll be looking forward to your reply.