I can t create a new folder in windows 10

Sorry to hear that you're having trouble creating a new folder in Windows 10. Here are some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve the issue:

  1. Check if you have the necessary permissions: Make sure you have the necessary permissions to create a new folder. Right-click on the folder where you want to create a new folder and select "Properties". Check the "Security" tab to see if you have the "Create folders" permission.
  2. Check for disk space: Ensure that you have enough free disk space on the drive where you're trying to create the folder. You can check the available disk space by going to File Explorer, right-clicking on the drive, and selecting "Properties".
  3. Check for file system errors: Run the built-in Check Disk (chkdsk) utility to check for file system errors. To do this:
    • Press the Windows key + X and select "Command Prompt (Admin)".
    • Type chkdsk C: (replace C: with the drive letter where you're trying to create the folder) and press Enter.
    • Follow the prompts to run the check.
  4. Check for corrupted system files: Corrupted system files can cause issues with creating new folders. Run the System File Checker (SFC) tool to scan for corrupted system files:
    • Press the Windows key + X and select "Command Prompt (Admin)".
    • Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
  5. Check for malware: Malware can cause issues with creating new folders. Run a full scan with your antivirus software to detect and remove any malware.
  6. Try creating a folder in a different location: If you're unable to create a folder in the current location, try creating a folder in a different location, such as the desktop or documents folder.
  7. Reset Windows Explorer: If none of the above steps work, try resetting Windows Explorer:
    • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
    • Type taskkill /im explorer.exe and press Enter.
    • Wait for 10 seconds and then type explorer.exe and press Enter to restart Windows Explorer.

If none of these steps resolve the issue, you may want to try resetting Windows 10 or seeking further assistance from Microsoft Support or a Windows expert.