Windows 10: Permanently deleting the library folder

Why can't I remove the library folder from the navigation pane on the file explorer. I already tried the "options->view" and unchecked the library box, but it has no effect. For that matter, the "network" folder has the same issue. I can't see a difference when the 'nav' box is checked or not. I just want to declutter my file explorer. For me, 99% of my searches are withing the document folder, I don't need quick access or folders duplicated in multiple places. Also, why are the "picture" and "music" folders within my "documents" folder visible? I can't expand them or see what is in t

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Trouble deleting a folder

Thanks for the suggestion but it says "delete folder failed for E:\....." for each folder I try.

*Confused

Will I be forever stuck with these unnecessary folders? *Oh Well hwell:

 

Delete folders in Libraries

I am trying to delete a folders under the library of Videos and Documents. These folders do not exist so I try to delete I get an error message.

Location is not available

So it will not let me delete this folder from the library.

Any ideas how to delete or remove these (ghost folders) that don't exist anymore and are still listed in my library.

Thanks.

 

Delete a Library in Windows 10

Hi,

Thank you for being part of Windows 10.

I appreciate you for providing details about the issue and we are happy to help you.

I would suggest you to restore the Libraries and then try deleting the Library folder.

Follow the below steps.

• Press Windows + E keys from the Keyboard to open the
  File Explorer.
• Locate Libraries from the left pane.
• Right click on Libraries and select Restore default libraries option from the list.

Kindly let us know if you need any further assistance with Windows. We are happy to assist you.

Thank you.