"Recovering Missing/User Folder and Files in Windows 10"

User Folder Not Displaying in Windows 10

"Hello there, I've encountered an issue. Recently, I upgraded Windows 10 to a new version, and the process seemed to go smoothly. However, I noticed that my User folder is missing from the desktop in the freshly updated Windows 10. I couldn't locate the User Folder on the desktop, nor could I access the files and folders within it. Therefore, I'm seeking guidance on how to restore the vanished or non-visible User folder on the Windows 10 desktop, along with the lost files and folders it contained?"

Owing to incorrect operations or system errors, losing the User folder along with its included files is a common issue in Windows 10. Consequently, the question of how to perform User folder recovery and retrieve all lost folders and files arises. In this article, you will discover several effective methods to restore a missing or non-visible User folder on your desktop. Additionally, you will learn how to easily fix the "can't see C:\Users\folder in Windows 10" error.

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Solutions for Missing User Profile Folder in Windows 10

If the Desktop User folder is missing or not appearing due to a Windows 10 update, accidental deletion, or any other reasons, try the following methods:

Fix 1: Show Hidden Files and Folders

1. Right-click "Start" > search for and open "File Explorer."

2. Click "View" > "Options" > "View". Check the box for "Show hidden files, folders, and drives."

Fix 2. Create a Shortcut to the Missing User Folder

If you can see the user folder under C:\Users\Folder on your PC, you can directly follow the steps below to create a new shortcut for the missing User folder on the Windows 10 desktop.

1. Right-click on an empty location on the Desktop and select "New" > "Shortcut."

2. Click "Browse" to set the path for the User folder, such as C:\user\folder, and then click "OK".

3. Click "Next" to open a new window, and retain the same name for the shortcut. Then, click "Finish" to create a desktop shortcut.

4. Right-click on the shortcut, select "Properties," then "Shortcut," followed by "Change Icon." Choose the appropriate icon for the user folder and click "OK" then "Apply" to retain the modifications.

Solution 3: Recover Missing User Folder in Windows 10 with File Recovery Software

If the aforementioned quick solutions fail to restore the missing User folder, or if it was accidentally deleted or lost due to formatting, you will need to employ professional file recovery software like Data Recovery Wizard. This tool allows you to recover the lost User folder and its contents with just a few simple clicks.

With this robust data recovery tool, you can effortlessly retrieve over 200 file types. For example, you can recover permanently deleted emails in Outlook, restore lost Word, Excel, PPT documents, photos, videos, ZIP files, and more.

Troubleshoot the 'Cannot See C:\Users\Folder in Windows 10' Issue

If you can't see the user folder in C:\Users\Folder in Windows 10, don't worry. You can follow the methods below to access the User folder again.

Fix 1: Display Hidden Folders

1. Open File Explorer and right-click on C:\Users.

2. Choose "Properties" and uncheck the box next to "Hidden."

Fix 2: Switch to Another User Profile Folder

1. Log out and sign in with a new User Profile to check if the User folder appears.

2. If it doesn't show up, try this tutorial to recover deleted user profile and files in Windows 10.

Solution 3: Perform a System Restore to Recover User Folder in Windows 10

If all of the above methods fail, you have one final option: perform a system restore and revert Windows 10 to its previous state. After doing this, you should be able to recover the User folder on your Windows 10 desktop and at the C:\Users\folder location.

1. Click on the Start Menu and navigate to "Settings" > "Update & Security" > "Recovery".

2. Click on "Get Started" under "Go back to an earlier build."

You can also restore Windows 10 to its previous state using a previously created Windows 10 restore point.