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Hello, I'm using Windows 10 and I replaced my HDD with an SSD, but now I can't even see any folders in the E:\Users. I can see the folders I made plus all the typical Windows folders (eg Program Files, ProgramData, Windows and etc.). But when it comes to the Users folder, along with all the subs, nowhere to be seen. I need the contents of the Documents, Download, Pictures, and Videos folders.

 

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The folders are hidden by default. You can go in Windows Explorer in the folder options and check show hidden or system files and folders to see them.View > Options > Change folder view and options

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Also, if you reinstalled Windows on the SSD and not just clone the previous to the new SSD,  your account is basically a new/different account even if you used same name and password.

So, the folders on your own drive / windows installation are considered as belonging to a different user, (again even if it's same name and password)

There are tools you can use to take over ownership of those folders if your account has administrative rights : 6 Tools To Take Ownership and Get Full Control Of Files and Folders • Raymond.CC

I'd suggest using TakeOwnership Pro  or Edit Context menu to enable those "take ownership" options in the right menu.

 

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