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Rlliam
Tin Contributor
Aug 19, 2026

What should id if File Explorer keeps crashing?

File Explorer on my Windows 11 PC keeps crashing repeatedly, especially when navigating folders or opening the context menu, which disrupts my workflow significantly. I have tried restarting my computer but the issue persists, and I need advice on troubleshooting this problem effectively.

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    Heitorsbr
    Copper Contributor

    If the issue persists, create a new local administrator account via Settings → Accounts → Family & other users. Log into the new account – if Explorer works fine there, your original user profile is corrupted and you'll need to migrate your data to the new one.