Windows 7 Extra Icons in Games Folder

[dreddnaught]

Since upgrading from Vista to Windows 7 I've got a problem with games folder, namely over 500 icons with no name, that I can't click on or right click and delete. anybody have any ideas how I might get rid of them?

I've attached a screenshot of the folder to illustrate what I mean

Cheers in advance

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're experiencing an issue with game icons in your Games folder after upgrading from Vista to Windows 7. The icons have no names and cannot be clicked on or deleted. This can be frustrating, but there are a few ways to address this problem. Here are some steps you can try:

Here's a guide to help you get rid of the unwanted game icons:​

1. Safe Mode: Try booting your computer into Safe Mode and then accessing the Games folder to see if you can interact with the icons or delete them.
2. Command Prompt: You can try using the Command Prompt to delete the problematic icons. Here's how:
   • Press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter to open the Command Prompt.
   • Navigate to the Games folder using the cd command.
   • Use the del command followed by the filename to delete the icons.
   []Third-Party Software: Consider using third-party software like CCleaner or Unlocker to attempt to delete the icons. []System File Checker (SFC): Run a System File Checker scan to check for and repair corrupted system files that might be causing the issue.
3. Creating a New Games Folder: As a last resort, you can try creating a new Games folder and moving the games you want to keep into it. If you're comfortable trying any of these steps, you may be able to resolve the issue with the game icons in your Games folder. Let me know if you need more detailed instructions on any of these methods.