File sharing over a network in Windows — by Microsoft Support

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Explains how to share files and folders on a local network, map a network drive, stop sharing and troubleshoot connection problems.

Quick steps

Right-click a file or folder, choose Give access to > Specific people
Map a network drive from This PC in File Explorer
Remove access via Give access to > Remove access
Turn on network discovery and file sharing, and set Wi-Fi to Private

Paraphrased from the source. Menus can differ by version, so check the original for full details.

Read the full article on support.microsoft.com

Source: File sharing over a network in Windows by Microsoft Support. Licence: Link only (©).

Source reviewed: 2026-11-02
Link checked: 2026-11-02
Tested hands-on: Not by Oddbyte.Me

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