applcation data

About this tag
The tag 'applcation data' (likely a misspelling of 'application data') on WindowsForum.com covers issues related to the AppData folder in Windows, particularly when users move or redirect these folders to other drives. A common problem discussed is the 'All Programs' menu breaking after moving AppData subfolders (Local, LocalLow, Roaming) from the system drive to another drive using junctions. This can occur after an unclean restart or system changes. The content focuses on troubleshooting Windows user profile and application data storage, especially for users managing SSD space by relocating AppData. The tag is relevant for Windows 7 and later versions where AppData plays a key role in application settings and user data.
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    Windows 7 All Programs menu broken

    The "All Programs" menu off of the start menu isn't working any more, at least not when logged in as me (it works logged in as Administrator). I think this is related to the fact that I move a lot of stuff off of my C: drive (SSD) onto the E: drive, with Junctions to make the paths from C...
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    • all programs appdata applcation data chkdsk file management file system junctions menu program access registry restart ssd start menu system restore troubleshooting user folder windows windows settings
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support