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WilliamZhao
Aug 14, 2026Iron Contributor
Windows11 File Explorer quick access pins disappear after network drive disconnects
When a network drive connection is lost, the pinned folders on that drive disappear from the Quick Access list in File Explorer. After reconnecting the drive, these pinned folders are not automatica...
ahsatbba8
Aug 16, 2026Copper Contributor
The issue often occurs if the network drive isn't reconnected properly. You can create a script to re-map the drive and even open the folder directly, which can sometimes re-populate the shortcut.