Enable/Disable File Sharing Option in Windows 8

1. On your windows 8 OS go to Start Screen and select “Search” option available in the Charms Bar.

2. When a new search window appears on your screen, type “Control Panel” in the text box and press Enter key from your keyboard.

3. On the Control Panel window go to “Network and Internet” option.

4. Select “View Network Status and Tasks”.

5. Now click on the “Change Advanced Sharing Settings” on the left pane of the screen.

6. In “Advanced Sharing Settings” Window under “File and Printer Sharing” options are available whether you want to enable or disable sharing of files and Printer. Fill the check box according to your choice and enable\disable shared services.

7. Select “Save Changes” and then Restart your computer to make changes to take affect.