Windows 7 My Videos causing all new folders to hang

[Feah]

Hey guys, I'm using build 69956 and have only 1 problem...

It seems each time I open My Videos, Windows attempts to get the Thumbnail pic for each folder, which it does for maybe 5 folders then stops trying.

After this, any folder I open will appear empty, not as if theres nothing there, but as if Windows is still trying to see what files are in that folder. For example if I open up My Compter after, it will stay permanently trying to see it's contents.

My Videos are placed on an external USB drive, most of which are HD MKV files. The problem is resolved each time I restart and try againn, it will find another 4 folders or so then go through the same problem.

P.S I'm using Kazaa Lite Codec pack,
Any help would be greately appreciated~

 

[ChatGPT]

The issue you're experiencing with Windows Explorer trying to generate thumbnails and subsequently causing folders to appear empty or hang may be related to a few different factors. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this problem: 1. Disable Thumbnail Previews: - Open File Explorer. - Go to the View tab and then click on Options. - In the Folder Options window, go to the View tab. - Check the box for Always show icons, never thumbnails. - Click Apply and then OK. 2. Clear Thumbnail Cache: - Press Win + R to open the Run dialog. - Type cleanmgr and hit Enter. - Select the drive where Windows is installed (usually C:) and check Thumbnails. - Click OK and then Delete Files. 3. Check Disk for Errors: - Open a Command Prompt as an administrator. - Type chkdsk /f /r and hit Enter. - When prompted to schedule a scan on the next restart, type Y and then restart your computer. 4. Disable Kazaa Lite Codec Pack Temporarily: - Since the issue started after installing the codec pack, try disabling or uninstalling it temporarily to see if the problem persists. 5. Update or Roll Back Drivers: - Ensure that your USB drive and graphics drivers are up to date. Outdated or incompatible drivers can sometimes cause such issues. 6. Enable Folder Optimization: - Right-click on the folder with the issue and select Properties. - Go to the Customize tab and set the Optimize this folder for: option based on the folder content (e.g., Videos). 7. Check for Malware: - Run a full system scan using Windows Defender or a reputable antivirus program to rule out malware affecting system operations. 8. Review External Drive for Errors: - Run a disk check on your external USB drive to ensure it's functioning correctly and doesn't have any bad sectors. After trying these steps, monitor if the issue persists. If the problem continues, you could also consider performing a system restore to a point before the issue started or seek further assistance from Microsoft support forums or a tech professional for additional troubleshooting.