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njsokalski
Aug 21, 2026Tin Contributor
Rename not working in File Explorer on Windows 11
For an unknown reason, File Explorer stopped letting me rename folders. It lets me create them, it lets me rename files, and I can rename files & folders using the Command Line. It is only File Explo...
KapilArya
Aug 23, 2026MVP
Make sure you've the required permissions for the folders you want to rename.
Run sfc /scannow command to fix corruption with system files.
Additionally, perform a quick scan using Windows Security.
- njsokalskiAug 23, 2026Tin Contributor
I have done all of those things. I also had a support session with Microsoft Support, and they did them as well (and I am guessing looked at all the related/significant settings).