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CORRUPT RECYCLE BIN MESSAGE

Anonymous
2022-04-26T12:25:00+00:00

Just recently I received a message on my laptop desktop that I have a corrupted recycle bin. I have done nothing even though I have read various ways to repair this. I have had no problems with using my recycle bin or any other computer problems. Should I be concerned or was this message an error? I regularly do a scan of my computer for viruses (Norton 360).

Holly

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Files, folders, and storage

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  1. David-M 115.4K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2022-04-26T13:01:50+00:00

    Hi Holly.

    I'm David, and I'm happy to help you.

    I suggest you do the procedure instructed below to reset the Recycle Bin.

    1. Open Start and type cmd, right-click on "Command Prompt", and select "Run as administrator".
    2. Type or paste the following command at the Command Prompt and press Enter:

    rd /s /q C:$Recycle.bin

    1. Open the Recycle Bin and see if it's resolved.

    I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions.

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  2. Anonymous
    2022-04-26T12:40:30+00:00

    If you have Norton 365 there is no need to scan unless prompted by Norton

    To reset the recycle bin see https://www.thewindowsclub.com/recycle-bin-is-corrupted-windows

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