Windows Cannot Complete The Extraction (Cannot Open Folder or Create the File) Windows 10

Here is a step-by-step guide for fixing issues with unzipping or decompressing files - specifically, these two errors:

'Windows Cannot Complete the Extraction - Destination File Could Not Be Created'
'Windows Cannot Complete the Extraction - Cannot Open the Folder'

Both of these issues are usually security-related and will require you to check a few settings or change a few things before you will be able to open them properly.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Error Overview: Windows Cannot Complete the Extraction
00:20 - What causes this error in Windows 10
01:08 - First Solution - Check Security Permissions for the File and Folder
04:00 - Second Solution - Make sure it isn't a security or threat issue
05:00 - Third Solution - Check your hard drive for errors
05:55 - Fourth Solution - Use a third-party unzipping software (7-zip)
07:18 - Fifth Solution - Scan system for errors
08:26 - Sixth Solution - Go back and finish the error checking on your hard drive
08:55 - Seventh Solution - Perform a clean boot
10:05 - Thanks for watching!


❗ Disclaimer: Always ensure you trust the source of the files you're trying to access. Bypassing security alerts can expose your system to genuine threats. Ensure your antivirus is up-to-date and routinely scan your computer.

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