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How can I restore the old-style file explorer interface?
I primarily use Linux on all my computers, but I have a few that are dual-booted with Windows 11. This way, I can provide clients with authentic PowerPoint pptx files rather than ones created in LibreOffice.
Recently, in preparation for a forthcoming PowerPoint presentation, I had to retrieve data files from a commercial backup service I rely on. However, when I checked File Explorer for the downloaded ZIP files in the usual location, they were not visible in the Gallery view. Instead, I had to conduct a *.zip search to locate them.
How can I revert back to the previous setup of File Explorer from several months ago?
Thank you,
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Who asked for any of this? Seriously I don't want co-pilot in my file explorer, i don't want webpages in my file explorer, I do not want a ribbon or a suggestion in my file explorer. I files from my computer in my file explorer. Nothing else.
- Quick Access is a feature in Windows 11 that displays frequently used folders and files in File Explorer. Disabling it might help you get back to the classic view. To do this:
1. Press the Windows key + E to open File Explorer.
2. Click on the three horizontal lines () at the top right corner of the window.
3. Click on "View" and then toggle off "Quick access".I am not finding the option to toggle off Quick access using the navigation provided I also looked in Options->Properties-->View
