New folder option missing windows 10
The "New Folder" option is a common feature in Windows that allows you to create a new folder by right-clicking on an empty area of the desktop or in a file explorer window. If you're missing this option in Windows 10, there are a few possible reasons and solutions:
- Check if the option is hidden: Sometimes, the "New Folder" option might be hidden due to a misconfigured setting. To check, right-click on an empty area of the desktop or in a file explorer window, and then click on "View" > "Options" > "Change folder and search options". In the "Folder Options" window, click on the "View" tab and make sure the "Show folders" checkbox is selected.
- Check if the option is disabled: If the "New Folder" option is disabled, you can try enabling it by right-clicking on an empty area of the desktop or in a file explorer window, and then clicking on "New" > "Folder" (or press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + F).
- Check for corrupted system files: Corrupted system files can cause issues with the "New Folder" option. To check for corrupted system files, run the built-in System File Checker (SFC) tool:
- Press the Windows key + X and select "Command Prompt (Admin)".
- Type the command
sfc /scannow
and press Enter. - Wait for the scan to complete and restart your computer.
- Check for malware: Malware can also cause issues with the "New Folder" option. Run a full scan with your antivirus software to detect and remove any malware.
- Reset Windows Explorer: If none of the above solutions work, you can try resetting Windows Explorer:
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type the command
explorer.exe /reset
and press Enter. - Wait for the process to complete and restart your computer.
- Update Windows: Make sure your Windows 10 installation is up to date. Sometimes, updates can resolve issues with the "New Folder" option.
- Reinstall Windows Explorer: As a last resort, you can try reinstalling Windows Explorer:
- Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
- Type the command
explorer.exe /unregserver
and press Enter. - Type the command
explorer.exe /regserver
and press Enter. - Restart your computer.
If none of these solutions work, you may want to seek further assistance from Microsoft Support or a Windows expert.