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• recover files and folders lost

  I have windows XP Home Edition and I caught a virus and could not open all programs including restoration. I had to reinstall XP but I lost everthing I got over it, incluing pictures and other documents that I needed. Is it possible to recover these files and folders?

  When you reinstalled, a different account name has been used?

  If so, some of your previous things may be recoverable without resorting to third-party software.

  Check "C:\Documents and Settings\nom_utilisateur", where username is the name of the previous account.

  Down there, you will find folders such as office, favorite etc.. In them, you'll find previous data.

  Go to "C:\Documents and Settings\NEWUSERNAME', where NOUVEAUNOMUTILISATEUR is the name of current account. Move/copy data in the records corresponding to those at the top.

  NOTE: do not move/copy anything in the 'WINDOWS' folder or ntuser.

  Depending on your situation and the environment, you may need to take ownership of the files.

  Reference: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/308421

  Hope this helps

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• All files and folders show hidden after virus corrupted hard drive XP

  I recently got a virus on my laptop which made all the files and folders hidden and says that my hard drive is damaged. I managed to get rid of the virus, but all my files are always hidden. I went to my computer and made sure all the hidden files are visible. This fixed the problem a bit. My main problem now is that all my files and folders are slightly transparent. It's a more of a nuisance than a real problem. I downloaded a program that would allow me to change each file in groups, but it would take an extremely long time to go by a record throughout my entire computer. I was wondering if there is any means possible to put all my files and folders hidden not Hidden to get rid of their transparency.

  Thanks for any help you can give.

  See this:

  http://www.troublefixers.com/hidden-files-and-folders-are-not-visible/

• After a virus and clean it miss me my Start menu and programs list, count still boot and search windows shows all my files and folders

  my computer get a virus, use antivirus software to remove it, but found my departure to the top and list Miss program. When I do a windows search I see all my files and folders. My documents and images are so moved. I can still access Internet and surfing the net. any help would be apreciated.

  Hi tessagourden,

  ؠ What is the service pack installed on the computer?

  Try the methods below:

  Method 1:

  Run the checker system files on the computer. Link, we can see: Description of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 System File Checker (Sfc.exe): http://support.microsoft.com/kb/310747

  Note that: if he asks you the service pack CD, follow these steps from the link: you are prompted to insert a Windows XP SP2 CD when you try to run the tool on a Windows XP SP2 computer system File Checker: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/900910 (valid for Service pack 3)

  Method 2:

  You may need to create a new user account and check if this may help, for the steps see: how to create and configure user accounts in Windows XP: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/279783

  If the problem is resolved in the new user account and then follow the steps from the link below: how to copy data from a corrupted to a new profile in Windows XP user profile: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/811151

• cannot delete the folder I am one user have access to all the files and folders can remove any but one could take ownership of disk backup file

  Cannot delete the folder, I can move it, is presantly on my desk, I'm only user I have access to all the files and folders can remove everything, but this one, took possession of the file. file is made backup disk before I reloaded vista Explorer cause did not work right

  Try to open an administrator command prompt. Then cd to the desktop. Finally, run 'attrib-h - r s' and also ' attrib s h - r/s -*.» * ». Then right-click on the folder and check the button unblock. Similarly, with all the files in the folder, pledge. Never underestimate your own stupidity.

• files and folders: How can I load all my files and folders to my new account of my external hard drive?

  Who can help, I just put a new account on my computer and deleted the old account. I backed up the old files on my external hard drive. I want to know is how can I load all my files and folders to my new account of my external hard drive? I thank you for your time and knowledge have a very nice evening, Shawn

  Because it's a new account (even if with the same name), the restore procedure is unable to put files and folders in the same place, they came (because this place technically no longer - if yes, then the process is done and the transfer is complete). It can create a set of separate files (maybe even under a new user name, if it has been stored in this way).  If so, all you need to do is copy the data as you would copy any other files and folders (not the main files of the user profile themselves but the data in them) on the new files in your user account and who will take care of the transfer. Here is more information about the restore procedure which may help you in the process.

  Here is an article on the restore procedure:http://www.vista4beginners.com/How-to-restore-files to make sure you do this right.  It's a selective restore of a full or selective backup (not a full restore from a full backup) - but since you did a full backup, it matches your process more closely than would a full restore.

  This is a GREAT article on the backup and restore processes in Vista http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/magazine/2007.09.backup.aspx , but he won't go into detail about the restoration process - considering almost as easy, of course.  But it teaches you a lot about what is possible and how to do it.  It also focuses primarily on the full backup process, but he did mention the full backup and restore process as well.

  Here is an article on the advanced use of restoration (during normal restore does not work):http://www.mayankraichura.com/post/2009/08/06/Avdvanced-Restore-via-Windows-Vista-Backup-and-Restore-Center.aspx.

  Restore files from a backup
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/restore-files-from-a-backup

  Back up and restore: frequently asked questions
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/back-up-and-restore-frequently-asked-questions

  I also found the following (but don't know if it of true or not):

  1. after the start of "backup and Restore Center."

  2. I chose "Advanced Restore"

  3. I was did not an administrator password... maybe because my account is an administrator account.

  4 choose "files from a backup made on a different computer.

  5. in the dialog box indicating "Select the location of the backup to restore", select "hard drive, CD or DVD...". »

  6. under the drop-down list box, select your drive/partition and continue

  7. If all the backups on your drive, it will show a list of them.

  8. in my case, he showed a backup, but in the backup location, it will show "backup location is not available."

  9. I was frustrated, but then I somehow just select this backup (Yes... even if he said that thebackup location is not available " ")

  10. and you press "next".

  11 guess what... no error!

  12. a window appeared asking me if I wanted to do a full restore, or I want to select specific folders or files.

  13. I selected the folders I wanted to restore and bingo... it their restored smoothly.

  14. so that the next time see a mistake, try to continue with him... ;)

  I don't know if this will help, but it does not provide much information about the process (when it works).

  I hope this helps.

  Good luck!

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• block all users: I'll be out of town for a few days and I would block all my personal files and folders again, leaving the internet open to all users

  I'll be out of town for a few days and I would block all my personal files and folders again, let the internet open to all users.

  How I do.

  Thanks for any help!

  I'll be out of town for a few days and I would block all my personal files and folders again, let the internet open to all users.

  How I do.

  Thanks for any help!

  You mean that other users do not have their own user accounts?
  They all connect to your own account?

  If they all have their own user account to log on, they can't see your personal files, unless...
  1. your files in public folders.
  2. they have your password to login to your own account.

  So, please clarify.

  t-4-2

• How can I get full control of all of my files and folders

  I really hate this version of Windows. but in any case, I would like to take full control of 'All files and folders on my computer' for access at any time without having to ask permission whenever I want to access. I installed a few programs I want to delete but I can't

  because he says I don't have permission. and when I try to take control of it that I can't, it said access denied or error you can't take control of this file.
  I have 2 computers with windows 7 Home premium 64-bit, and they are both worthless because I can't access any of my own OS files or
  Save a photo then I comes to him, I tried this authorization Busters works from time to time, but its a tile so that I have to do this every time, but it usually says I don't have permission to Board approval. It's the only hostile most Microsoft OS user has ever done
  I was told there was a command, you can enter in the command line that will remove all these lock.s of permission but it is said to do a right-click on the command prompt and then select Administrator, but it's not here, on my command prompt. If someone could tell me how to open the prompt as an administrator who would also be very useful.
  Thank you for helping me with this.

  Hi Mark,

  Thank you for keeping us posted.

  I wish that you copy and paste the commands in administrator mode-

  TAKEOWN /F the type in the path of the folder that you want to take access>

   

  ICACLS type in the path of the folder that you want to take access> grant administrators: F /

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• ALL my files and folders opens with Notepad

  original title: Hello my name is mary I have my son was playing with the computer and messed up the way files open

  Hello my son was playing with my computer the other day and he clicked on open with a file I do not have any one but now ALL my files and folders basically everything opens with Notepad, now I don't not how programs go because they all open with the system restore same notebook then please can you me how to rebuild it without having to reinstall Windows 7 thank you and what im supposed to click to get them back to normal :D

  Hello

  Basically, you need to restore default file Associations.

  When you double-click a. EXE file, the program may not start, instead, it can open in Notepad
  (view the contents of .exe), or you can jump into any other application.
  http://WindowsXP.MVPs.org/exeasso.htm

  When you run an .exe on a Windows Vista-based or Windows 7 computer file, the file may
  start another program
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/950505

  Restore the .exe Windows Vista file association, after badly with another application
  http://www.Winhelponline.com/articles/165/1/restore-the-exe-file-association-in-Windows-Vista-after-incorrectly-associating-it-with-another-application.html

  Restore the Type Associations by default Windows 7 file Extension
  http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/19449-default-file-type-associations-restore.html

  How to set default Associations for a program in Windows 7
  http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/2630-default-programs-set-programs-default-associations.html

  How Unassociate a Type of Extension file in Vista and a utility to help (Windows 7 too)
  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/91920-unassociate-file-extention-type.html

  How to change the default program opens a file Type in Windows 7 http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/12196-open-change-default-program.html

  How to associate a file Type or protocol default program in Windows 7
  http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/9154-default-programs-associate-file-type-Protocol.html
  How to show or hide the Extensions of types of files in Windows 7
  http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/10570-file-extensions-hide-show.html#post101629

  I hope this helps.

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• Windows live mail issue when my wife deleted our email, we lost our files and folders

  Windows live mail issue when my wife deleted our email, we lost our files and folders

  Thank you for visiting the Microsoft answers community site.

  The question you have posted is related to Windows Live Mail and would be better suited in the Windows Live Solution Center.

  Please visit the link below to find a community that will support what ask you:

  http://windowslivehelp.com/forums.aspx?ProductID=15

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• How set permissions so I have access to all files and folders on my pc?

  I'm the only person using the computer, so I want to access all of the files and folders without changing the security setting in each case. How can I do this?

  The folder "C:\Documents and Settings\All users" is actually a symbolic link that was created when you upgraded from an earlier version of Windows (that would be a good thing to mention in the original post). You'll find its files here:

  C:\Users\Public\Desktop

• Remove the lock on all files and folders...?

  There has been a lot of questions on how to remove locks on folders and files on Windows 7. Those I've read on this site worked and the lock can be removed easily.

  ... However, you cannot do a folder/file at once. I have a lot of items on my desk, and more than half of them have these locks on them. How I removed the locks on all files and folders on my user account. There are only 2 accounts on the computer. Mine and another person. Mine is set to the administrator account, the other is just a standard user. I started by ignoring the locks for months, then I tried to get rid of them by myself, and frankly, I have no idea what I'm doing. Please, I beg you. If you know of a way, share it!

  If the locks would not constitute an obstacle to operations, why bother?

  And BTW, it; s no need AT ALL to run as an administrator on a daily basis in Windows 7. Forget everything THAT you have learned about XP - Win 7 is much more advanced.

  You realize that the built-in Administyrator account is disabled by default, and if it is possible for him, that may be beyond what you're comfortable with?

  Create another Admin account, call the Admin or Tech or similar and give it a password. Let this accouynt for the elevation of access and privilege of emergency and activate your account for daily use in a Standard user account. Your computer will be safer that way.

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• HOW TO MAKE ICONS FOR ALL FILES AND FOLDERS IN LARGE WINDOW 7

  HOW TO MAKE ICONS FOR ALL FILES AND FOLDERS IN LARGE WINDOW 7

  You can try this: -.

  Start-> Control Panel-> display
  From there, you can select medium or large. This will be the size of everything on the screen.

• Lost icons and folders of documents in the computer files, can apply online

  Title: operating system has failed.

  My icon on the homepage have disappeared. My document files have no data. But can access online, Skype, etc.

  Hello

  -What are you referring to "icon on the home page disappeared?
  -What exactly is the problem you are experiencing on your computer?
  -You are aware of any changes made on the computer before this problem?
   
  For the problem with the files in the documents folder issue, I suggest you follow the steps mentioned below:
   
  Step 1: Microsoft Safety Scanner
  Try to run Microsoft Safety Scanner for any malware or spyware infection and check if it helps.
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx
  Note: The Microsoft Safety Scanner ends 10 days after being downloaded. To restart a scan with the latest definitions of anti-malware, download and run the Microsoft Safety Scanner again. The data files that are infected must be cleaned only by removing the file completely, which means that there is a risk of data loss.
  Step 2: Display the hidden files and folders
  Follow these steps to display the hidden files and folders.
  1. open Folder Options by clicking Start , clicking on Control Panel, appearance and personalization, and then clicking Folder Options .
  2. click on the view tab.
  3. under Advanced settings, click Show hidden folders and files, and then click OK.

  Please refer to the below link mentioned before asking your question so that you can provide all the relevant information for us to help you:
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/555375

  Hope this information helps.

• Files and folders in root appear in my folder of Documents and office

  It probably happens on the Windows NT-based versions (has happened to me on a XP PC and a PC in 2000 that I intend to upgrade both of them soon). The files and folders of the program directory (C :) root Windows upward in the office and the folder My Documents. These files are not shortcuts and they show that they are located in the root of the drive, even if they appear on the desktop and My Documents. They can be handled then that mirrored to the root of the drive. I dropped a simple file to the root one test while it appears on the locations and then I deleted the file of the said test from the office and he left root. They don't seem to do anything when I click on them. It is not happened to me before. Does anyone know how to fix this? Is this a bug?

  That is some progress.  Normally the desktop folder works the same way, where he will have a "location" at the top of the Properties tab.  This is a feature you'll see normally special "shell folders" as this (shell being the part of the operating system that see you, or the user interface).

  If it has lost its distinctive feature, you can usually restore it quickly in the registry.

  1. First of all, make sure that you have a folder that is named "Desktop" in your personal folder 'username '. You will set the registry to use this folder as storage of office location.
  2. Keep Windows Logo type R to display the run box, type REGEDIT and click OK and give permission to the administrator if necessary.
  3. Navigate through the list of files (registry keys) on the left to find this place:
     HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders
  4. Look for the "Desktop" entry on the right (registry value), and double-click it to change data to be:
     %UserProfile%\desktop

     The %UserProfile% is a variable that is everywhere where your current profile is stored.  Administrators and power users can use it to move their entire profile without having to define all those places individually.

  5. Click OK to save it, and then close the registry editor.
  6. Lot of windows completely and reconnect of re - initialize your user profiles and folder locations. Or just restart your computer, either way :)

  At this point, right click and properties of the desktop folder should now have the expected location tab (let me know if not).

  If you ever want to move these places, a little advice: make sure that you have specified a folder name.  In other words, do not place your Documents to store in just the G: drive. Instead, create a folder on the target drive and don't forget in the location (such as G:\Docs).  One last thing: don't try to define both 'special' folders to be stored at the same single physical location (do not set two in the same place).

  Here is a picture of this registry on Windows 10 location, but these steps are the same, all the way back to Windows 2000 (maybe sooner).

  

  Let me know how it goes, I hope that he gets all cleared up.