How do I connect to a shared folder in Windows 10?

How do I connect to a shared folder?

Right click on the Computer icon on the desktop. From the drop down list, choose Map Network Drive. Pick a drive letter that you want to use to access the shared folder and then type in the UNC path to the folder. UNC path is just a special format for pointing to a folder on another computer.

How do I access a shared folder on another computer?

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 access a shared local folder?

Access a shared folder or printer1Search for Network , and click to open it.2Select Search Active Directory at the top of the window; you may need to first select the Network tab on the upper left.3From the drop-down menu next to "Find:", select either Printers or Shared Folders.Share a folder, drive, or printer on the network in Windows - IU KB