Looking for a photo? Need a quick peek at your documents? File Explorer can help you get it done—if you know these tricks.
Windows 11 is embedding AI shortcuts in the file explorer for quick image actions. Initial batch of AI actions focuses on images, with future plans to include Microsoft 365 files. Useful for heavy ...
Restarting the Windows Explorer process can fix this issue if it happens due to some bug or glitch. To restart the Windows Explorer process, do the following: There are many alternative file manager ...
Microsoft is finishing this week with two new Windows 11 preview builds. One is available in the Dev Channel (26200.5733), and one in the Beta Channel (26120.5733). Both share the same changelog with ...
An upcoming change now in preview will remove AI actions from the right-click menu when disabled or when there are no AI actions that apply. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...
In 2025, Microsoft continues to evolve File Explorer on Windows 11, integrating AI features and bolstering usability. Significant updates enhance the context menu, streamline sharing, and optimize ...
Editor's take: Windows 11 brought a slew of UI changes and "improvements" few users welcome. File Explorer's state is particularly dire, yet Microsoft shows no sign of backing off its relentless quest ...
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 editor and author of ...