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Download folder isn't responding

Anonymous
2019-07-03T07:25:28+00:00

Hi, whenever I open download folder and select any file, the file explorer hangs and says (not responding).

What should I do?

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  1. Anonymous
    2019-07-04T04:16:16+00:00

    Perform repair upgrade.

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  2. Anonymous
    2019-07-04T04:55:10+00:00

    Hi, whenever I open download folder and select any file, the file explorer hangs and says (not responding).

    What should I do?

    To fix this, we need to change the folder type to “General items”, so that Windows does not consider it a pictures folder  and opens up quickly. This is changed in the Downloads folder properties.

    • Right click on the Downloads folder and select Properties.
    • Go to Customize
    • In the Optimize this folder settings, set it to General items.
    • Also check the settings “Also apply this template to all subfolders”and click apply and then OK

    Thank You,

    Sanghati

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  3. Anonymous
    2019-07-06T02:45:58+00:00

    Did you get an opportunity to check out the suggestions given above? Please let us know if you would like further assistance.

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  4. Anonymous
    2019-07-07T09:24:36+00:00

    Do let me know if you need any further help. Will not be tracking this thread unless you need any further help.

    Have a nice day.

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