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Why the shared folder has no different symbol?
Why the shared folder has no different symbol?
I’m wondering why the shared folder has no different symbol that should say that it is shared (attached)!
Thank you
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Jamal
Why the shared folder has no different symbol?
I’m wondering why the shared folder has no different symbol that should say that it is shared (attached)!
Thank you
Best
Jamal
Hi Jamal,
Please check the link below which should answer your query:
Why windows 7 did not have a different icon for share folder?
I hope it helps.
There is no shared icon any longer. Instead, they switch to only giving private files an icon, (Pad lock).
What are those little overlay icons: Windows 7 edition - The Old New Thing - Site Home - MSDN Blogs
No longer present as an overlay is the sharing hand. Why was the sharing hand removed in favor of the private overlay?
Hi Jamal,
The link posted above explains the reason of shared folders not having a different icon. Here is the similar post which discuss the same:
Shared Folder "two little persons" icon
Unfortunately, no confirmed solution available on this post. However, I found this which might be useful for you:
How to Get “Shared Folder Icon” Back in Windows Explorer in Windows 7 - Tweaking with Vishal
This might be unsafe for your system so user discretion is advised.
Hi Jamal NUMAN,
It was my pleasure.
I believe it is same for Windows 8 as well. You can check the link below where you can find the relevant information:
How to Tell if a Folder is Shared in Windows 8 - Help Desk Geek
Hope it helps.
Thanks and Regards
Sandeep P
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