When’s the last time you used File Explorer’s “Display file icon on thumbnails” option? How about the Sharing wizard? If the answer is “never,” you’re not alone. Microsoft has taken some usage data ...

The March 2026 non-security update for Windows 11 is here with 1000Hz+ display refresh rate support, File Explorer ...

File Explorer is one of those tools you use every day. On the surface, it seems simple—you click, drag, and drop, and maybe tidy up your Downloads folder now and then. But there are so many useful ...

In this post, we will show you how to tweak Windows File Explorer using WinSetView. WinSetView is an open-source tool that allows you to set desired views for different types of folders in the Windows ...

A 25-year-old feature you no longer need ...

When accessing your files, File Explorer is your go-to option. When you click on File Explorer, it opens up a default view that gives you access to the default folders, like desktop and pictures, ...

You can check out the list of items being removed below, with Microsoft noting that they aren't disappearing entirely - though they'll only be accessible via modifying registry settings. This means ...

Windows 11 KB5079473 March 2026 Update quietly shipped with a performance boost that could make the 'search' bar in File Explorer faster.

The new Insider Preview build of Windows 11 that was released this week introduces some handy and oft-requested new features, including the ability to write in any text field with Windows Ink and ...

Microsoft has redesigned File Explorer massively in Windows 11 with new icons, a simplified ribbon, and a context menu. That said, there are seemingly no new functionalities to speak of. Instead of ...

File Explorer is an essential Windows OS component that allows users to manage files and folders on their computers. However, sometimes, it might not respond as expected, causing frustration. This is ...