Unable to create new folder in windows 10

Frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some steps to help you create a new folder in Windows 10:

1. Check file system permissions:

Right-click on the folder where you want to create a new folder.
Select "Properties" and then click on the "Security" tab.
Make sure your user account has the necessary permissions to create a new folder. If not, you can add your account to the list of authorized users.
Click "Apply" and then "OK" to save the changes.

2. Check for disk space:

Make sure you have enough free disk space on the drive where you want to create the new folder.
You can check the available disk space by right-clicking on the drive in File Explorer and selecting "Properties".

3. Check for file system errors:

Run the built-in Check Disk (chkdsk) utility to scan the drive for errors and fix any issues.
Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type chkdsk C: (replace C: with the drive letter where you want to create the new folder).
Press Enter to run the scan.

4. Disable any running applications:

Close any applications that might be interfering with the creation of a new folder.
Try creating the folder again after closing all running applications.

5. Try creating the folder in a different location:

If you're unable to create a new folder in a specific location, try creating it in a different folder or drive.

6. Check for corrupted system files:

7. Reset Windows Explorer:

Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
Type taskkill /im explorer.exe and press Enter to close all instances of Windows Explorer.
Wait for a few seconds and then type explorer.exe and press Enter to restart Windows Explorer.

8. Check for malware:

Run a full scan with your antivirus software to detect and remove any malware that might be interfering with the creation of a new folder.

If none of these steps help, you can try resetting Windows 10 or seeking further assistance from Microsoft Support or a Windows expert.