How to Restrict User Access to a SharePoint Folder

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It is very easy to restrict user access to a SharePoint folder. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to do it:

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1. Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and select a library.
2. After that, hover your mouse cursor over the folder with the access settings you wish to modify and then tap the 'More Actions' icon.
3. Select 'Manage Access' from the list of options.
4. Next, find the account you wish to restrict and then tap the access menu next to it.
5. Tap the 'Direct Access' option to proceed.
6. Subsequently, click the provided access menu.
7. Choose 'Remove Direct Access' from the list of options.
8. Finally, tap 'Remove' to confirm your request. The selected user will be restricted immediately from accessing your SharePoint folder.