Microsoft is killing off the entire notion of HomeGroups, and removing a few other features from Windows 10. HomeGroup, however, is being removed because it's useless in today's world and file and print sharing are simple to do at any skill level.
Naturally, when Microsoft makes changes, there are always complainers. You can still share files and printers easily. However, you can still do these things by using features that are built into Windows 10.Īlso to know is, why was HomeGroup removed? After you install the update, you won't be able to share files and printers using HomeGroup. For more info, see HomeGroup removed from Windows 10 (Version 1803). Select Ethernet from the menu on the left and choose HomeGroup from the right pane.Īdditionally, does Windows 10 still have HomeGroup? HomeGroup has been removed from Windows 10 (Version 1803). When Settings app opens, navigate to Network & Internet section. You can do that quickly by pressing Windows Key + I. Thereof, why can't I find HomeGroup on Windows 10? You won't be able to share new files and printers using HomeGroup. HomeGroup won't appear on the Troubleshoot screen when you go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot. HomeGroup won't appear in Control Panel, which means that you can't create, join, or leave a homegroup.
