How Do I Find Shared Folders on Windows 7?
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Open Windows Explorer. In the navigation pane on the left, click the small arrow to the left of Libraries, HomeGroup, Computer, or Network. The menu expands so that you can access any shared files, folders, disks, or devices.

How do I find shared folders on my computer?

How to Find Shared Windows Folders

  1. Go to Windows Search and search for “Network” or open Windows File Explorer, go to the Folders pane, and select Network.
  2. Select the computer that has the shared folders you want to browse. …
  3. Any non-administrative Windows shares that are set on that computer appear in the left pane.

How do I access a shared folder?

Double-click the name of the computer from which the folder you want to open is being shared. Select a folder. Double-click the folder you want to open. Enter a username and password if prompted.

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