Failed to create directory or fix file 0x80070052 error in Windows 10

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Are you getting an error message? Cannot create directory or file Error code: 0x8007005 'Trying to create a new directory or file on a USB drive? If you are actually seeing this error message on your computer, don't worry. There must be a problem with the USB drive itself. Follow these simple solutions to quickly fix the problem.

Fix-1 Run error-checking command-

If there is a problem with the drive, running an error-checking tool can identify and fix the problem.



1. Open the File Explorer window.

2. On the left side, go to "What PC".

3. So what you need to do is the right mouse button on the problematic drive and then click "Property".

4. Then go to "ToolsEyelash ".

5. Next to this, click on "Check".

6. Then click on "Scan and repair the unit".

7. When the repair process is complete, click on "Close“To close the Error Checking window.

Now try to access the drive on your computer again.

Fix-2 Cambia formato USB-

Changing the USB format may solve the problem.



1. Press Windows key + E.

2. Again, click "What PC".

3. You need to right click on that USB drive.

4. Next, click on “Format“To start formatting the drive.

5. Now click on 'File System'.

6. Next, choose "FAT32 (default)"Format.

7. Now click on "Home“To start the formatting process.

After the formatting process is complete, create a new folder on the drive.

Your problem should be solved.

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