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Mcclean
Feb 28, 2025Iron Contributor
Windows 11 file explorer hangs, open
My win11 has started hanging, if I attempt to open a desktop folder it just starts clocking. I tried the sfc commsnd, no change.
Blue_Bird
Feb 19, 2026Copper Contributor
Perform the follow these steps:
- Open Edge Settings: Click the three dots (...) in the top right and select Settings.
- Privacy, Search, and Services: Click this in the left sidebar.
- Scroll to the bottom: Look for the Services section.
- Toggle OFF these specific features:
- Show opportunities to support causes and nonprofits (sometimes triggers ads).
- Save time and money with Shopping in Microsoft Edge (This is the main culprit).
- Restart Edge.
Thanks
- briant83Mar 16, 2026Brass Contributor
The OP posted about an issue with File Explorer! Why are you listing steps for Edge issues?