Can't drag Desktop folders

Question

I am suddenly unable to re-position folders on the desktop. I did a System Restore, to an earlier time -- but that didn't help. Tried Desktop Properties -- nothing there. Looked at Folder Properties -- nothing there either. I can't drag a file, on the Desktop, and put it in a folder. Also can't drag a file and drop it in the Recycle bin (the file or folder just stays in its original location on the desktop). Note that I CAN send a file or folder to the Recycle bin by right-clicking and selecting send-to Recycle bin ... I also noticed something weird going on with MSKdetect, but not sure if this is related to the Desktop issue. Any ideas are greatly appreciated !!

byker49 · Answer

Try right clicking on desktop Click Arrange icons by Put a checkmark next to Show Desktop Icons Uncheck anything else.

JohnAngus · Answer

Thanks for your reply -- but I've already tried that. When I right-click on the desktop, then go to "Arrange Icons by ...", the only thing currently checked is "Show Desktop Icons" ... I've tried switching back and forth from "Auto Arrange"; Align to Grid", "Arrange by type", etc ....

The files and folders on the Desktop seem pretty much "locked" in position ...

msil217 · Answer

Make sure 'Lock Web items on desktop' is unchecked. If it already is, I don't know.

JohnAngus · Answer

Thanks msil217 --   I thought about that parameter too. It is not checked ...

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