Windows7 folder creation issue

[SanDiegoPC]

Just this morning, Win7 64 has started a new behavior when I create folders using the Windows Explorer. It won't let me name them! I've always been able to just create the folder and name it whatever I want.

Now it errors out saying it cannot find the item. "This is no longer located in C:\users\ bla bla blah. Verify the item's location and try again"

I can hit the 'try again' button and voila - I can name the file as before. I restarted the desktop, thinking it was a temp glitch but no, it does it all the time now, and no matter where I try to create the folder.

Suggestions appreciated.
Paul in San Diego

 

[SanDiegoPC]

No help on this one? I did a series of Windows updates/patches yesterday - for the first time, I let it update as it see fit. Now I wish I hadn't because I don't have ANY IDEA which of these updates caused the problem.

 

[Throckmorton]

I have this problem too. It seems like I create a folder, then Win Explorer freezes for a while and I no longer have the ability to enter the name. If I create folder then start typing like I used to, it makes the selection jump to the folders starting with the keys I press. Then I have to go and find the damn New Folder (8) and rename it after the fact.

 

[corkyg]

OPen Explorer to the desired location, click on the NEW FOLDER button, snd make sure to are in the right pew - then type in the name (it is auto highlighted) and press the SAVE button. You can immediately verify.