Strange folders in AppData/Local


  1. Softbrain
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    Windows 7 Pro x64
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    Strange folders in AppData/Local


    Hello, I got many folders with names like below in my AppData/Local folder. What are they for and can they be deleted?

    {5FDC113D-FB1E-4B77-9C32-40CF430B8115}

    Thanks.
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  3. FredeGail
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    Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate: x64 (SP1)
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    Hello Softbrain & Welcome to Sevenforums!

    I would let those files stay where they are, the AppData is usually hidden so users shouldn't be able to manipulate/delete them. I would let them stay, as they're used to store your memory in the applications and software you're running.

    If you want to hide or show your folders, you should go to the link below:
    Hidden Files and Folders - Show or Hide

    Or for more knowledge go here:
    https://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/?filter[2]=File%20Folder%20Settings

    Hope this helps!
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  4. pbcopter
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    Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 8.1 Pro x64, Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1,
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    They are folders created by Windows Live, each day when you open, for example Windows Live mail. They should be located in AppData/Local/Temp., and should be deleted automatically. However they are being created in the wrong place (bug).

    I delete them if they are empty.
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  6. Softbrain
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    Thanks...deleted them with no effect so far.
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  7. Slartybart
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    x64 (6.3.9600) Win8.1 Pro & soon dual boot x64 (6.1.7601) Win7_SP1 HomePrem
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    What I know, I posted here - only confirming WL Mail as the suspected culprit. No WL Msgr on my system.

    Also note- running newest: Version 2011 (Build 15.4.3555.0308) - as of this post anyway.
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