Fix Windows Terminal 'Access Denied' When Opening a Folder - Configure Windows Defender Scheduled Scan for Multiple Drives-Managing Separate Chrome Profiles for Work and Personal

Updated 2026-06-14 01:37:44developer-tools
Fix Windows Terminal 'Access Denied' When Opening a Folder - Configure Windows Defender Scheduled Scan for Multiple Drives-Managing Separate Chrome Profiles for Work and Personal
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.