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Finding Windows Shared Folders

Finding Windows Shared Folders

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This article explains how to find a shared folder in Windows. Instructions apply to Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7.

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Microsoft Windows allows folders to be shared across a network, allowing desktops and laptops to access the files in these folders without having physical access to the computer where the folders are stored. When a folder containing documents or videos is shared, anyone with access can open, edit, save, and delete the files and folders if permissions allow it.

The easiest way to find a list of shared network folders is to use File Explorer (Windows 10) or Windows Explorer (Windows 8 and Windows 7).

Open Windows Explorer, go to the Folders pane and select Network.