Question Problem with copying and pasting image files in Windows Explorer ?

[ozmoses]

When I first open windows explorer, I'm able to copy and paste image files from one folder to another. However, if I try to do this a second time, the files won't transfer and I have to close windows explorer and reopen it in order to copy and paste files. I just want to copy and paste, not move the files entirely.

I have cleared my caches, run antivirus software, malware software, etc. and can never make progress on this. I've had this problem running in both user mode and admin mode. Any suggestions? Or do I need to do a fresh install of Win10 (hopefully not).

Thanks much!

 

[Lafong]

Can you copy between folders with any other method than "paste"?

 

[ozmoses]

Can you copy between folders with any other method than "paste"?

Shouldn't have to and it's the most convenient method. I'm moving image files between folders and have to do it with some regularity. Just trying to find out what the underlying problem is so I can fix it.

 

[Cj-tech]

Shouldn't have to and it's the most convenient method. I'm moving image files between folders and have to do it with some regularity. Just trying to find out what the underlying problem is so I can fix it.

The reason @Lafong asked is to help narrow down the issue. Can you do it or not? Is it with all formats of image files (e.g. jpg, png, etc)?

Check for driver updates and Windows Updates. Run the following commands in an administrator command prompt and in the exact order (the last will require a reboot, start scanning at startup, may take some time to complete, and won’t let you use the computer until completion).

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

sfc /scannow

chkdsk /f /r

 

[ozmoses]

The reason @Lafong asked is to help narrow down the issue. Can you do it or not? Is it with all formats of image files (e.g. jpg, png, etc)?

Check for driver updates and Windows Updates. Run the following commands in an administrator command prompt and in the exact order (the last will require a reboot, start scanning at startup, may take some time to complete, and won’t let you use the computer until completion).

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth

DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

sfc /scannow

chkdsk /f /r

Hi CJ. Your suggestion appears to have worked. Thanks so much for your very clear/concise and effective solution. Much appreciated.