About this tag
The max path tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about the 256-character path length limit in Windows, particularly in the context of File History backups. Users report encountering MAX PATH errors when File History attempts to back up files with long paths, especially after the Windows 10 1809 update. Solutions explored include modifying registry and Group Policy settings to allow longer paths, but these may not always resolve the issue. The tag reflects troubleshooting efforts around Windows path length restrictions and their impact on backup functionality.
  1. whoosh

    ART Long Path

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    • whoosh
    • Thread
    • command line file explorer file path limit file system long path long path support max path ntfs path length powershell registry troubleshooting windows 10 windows 11 windows tips
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Water Cooler
  2. delaneybob

    Windows 10 Windows 10 1809 Backup Help needed

    Hi, I was using File History before the 1809 update and saw it was no longer working. I do not want an image- just file and folder backups. Here are the steps I have done Removed old File History backup and restarted- same issue. Further investigation showed that I was hitting MAX PATH 256...
    • delaneybob
    • Thread
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    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support