How do I connect to a shared folder?

How do I access a shared folder?

Double-click the name of the computer from which the folder you want to open is being shared. Select a folder. Double-click the folder you want to open. Enter a username and password if prompted.

Why can't I connect to a shared folder?

Press and hold (or right-click) the shared folder. Select Properties, and then select Advanced Sharing on the Sharing tab. Select Permissions, check Allow for Full Control of Everyone, and then press Enter. Select OK on the Advanced Sharing dialog box.

How do I connect to a shared drive on my computer?

Click File Explorer. Click This PC in the left side shortcut menu. Click Computer > Map network drive > Map network drive to enter Mapping wizard. Confirm drive letter to use (next available shows up by default).

How do I connect to a shared file Network?

Turn on network discovery and file and printer sharing, and turn off password protected sharing.1Select the Start button, then select Settings > Network & Internet , and on the right side, select Sharing options.2Under Private, select Turn on Network discovery and Turn on file and printer sharing.File sharing over a network in Windows 10 - Microsoft Support