Downloads Folder Not Responding In Windows 11 FIX [Tutorial]
79Downloads Folder Not Responding In Windows 11 FIX [Tutorial]
Commands Used:
sfc /scannow
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
The Downloads directory stores files that you download with browsers. However, an unresponsive Downloads folder can take ages to open. Some users have stated that they can’t open Downloads at all.
When that folder is not responding, File Explorer might then stop working and that can be extremely frustrating because you won’t be able to access your files.
The Downloads folder is where all downloaded files are stored by default. Some users have reported that, at times, it stops responding to the system. In case the Downloads folder of your Windows 11/10 computer isn’t responding, then please read through this tutorial for the resolutions.
Issues addressed in this tutorial:
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Downloads folder not responding on Windows? Unable to access your files stored in the Downloads folder on Windows 11/10? Well, this usually signals a problem with the File Explorer. Although, don’t worry. By just following a few simple workarounds, you can easily resolve this issue and access the Downloads folder again on Windows.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.