One of the simplest configuration changes that I have made since making the switch to Windows 11 last year was to configure the File Explorer to open to the This PC screen. Normally, when you open ...

Microsoft has released a Build 26200.8313 (KB5083631) for the Release Preview Channel, bringing a small but important fix to File Explorer. The update makes folder view settings consistent, so changes ...

I’ve tried various File Explorer alternatives, but none fully did what I wanted or needed. When I stumbled upon OneCommander, I quickly discovered my search was finally over. The free app has a more ...

Use the following fixes if File Explorer freezes when renaming files on your system. Before proceeding, check for Windows Update. Install the update (if available) and see if this fixes the issue. If ...

Microsoft is rolling out an update to Windows 11 File Explorer that reduces RAM usage during file searches. The company announced improvements in Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7523, which is ...

I do like the Windows 11 look and feel, but some app modernization efforts are more successful than others. File Explorer, sadly, is in the loss column. It’s a ...

Windows 11 File Explorer drag and drop gives you a simple way to organize files without extra menus. You can move items, copy them, or create shortcuts with these steps. You can move or copy items ...

Facepalm: Users have long criticized Windows 11 File Explorer as inferior to its Windows 10 predecessor. The essential tool suffers from slow launches, sluggish file searches, and delayed right-click ...

Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. is a senior correspondent and author ...