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ConstanceBrody
Dec 20, 2024Copper Contributor
Windows 11 File Explorer all messed up
I'm experiencing significant issues with File Explorer on my Windows 11 system. The interface seems disorganized and unresponsive, making it difficult to navigate through my files and folders.
To fix File Explorer issues on Windows 11:
- Restart Explorer: Open Task Manager, right-click Windows Explorer, and choose Restart.
- Clear Cache: Go to File Explorer Options, click Clear under Clear File Explorer history.
- Run SFC: Open Command Prompt (Admin) and run sfc /scannow.
- Disable Quick Access: Set Open File Explorer to: This PC in File Explorer Options.
- Check Updates: Ensure Windows is up to date in Settings > Windows Update.
If the issue persists, reset File Explorer settings or create a new user account.
- HarodmanIron Contributor
If File Explorer on Windows 11 is disorganized and unresponsive:
- Restart Explorer: Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc, find Windows Explorer in Task Manager, and click Restart.
- Clear File Explorer Cache: Open File Explorer Options, go to the General tab, and click Clear under Privacy.
- Update Windows: Check for updates in Settings > Windows Update to fix potential bugs.
If the issue persists, consider resetting File Explorer settings or creating a new user profile.
- LukaBaylorIron Contributor
To fix File Explorer issues on Windows 11:
- Restart Explorer: Open Task Manager, right-click Windows Explorer, and choose Restart.
- Clear Cache: Go to File Explorer Options, click Clear under Clear File Explorer history.
- Run SFC: Open Command Prompt (Admin) and run sfc /scannow.
- Disable Quick Access: Set Open File Explorer to: This PC in File Explorer Options.
- Check Updates: Ensure Windows is up to date in Settings > Windows Update.
If the issue persists, reset File Explorer settings or create a new user account.
- Alicia1Copper Contributor
If I restart explorer will I loose photos and documents?
- Nobel_BaynesIron Contributor
I suggest disabling the quick access option. Open File Explorer and select View, then Options. In the Folder Options window, under the General tab, change the option for "Open File Explorer to:" to This PC instead of Quick access. Click OK.
- FrederickkIron Contributor
Clearing the File Explorer cache could resolve issues with how files and folders are displayed.
- Open File Explorer.
- Click on the three dots (menu) at the top and select Options.
- In the Folder Options window, go to the General tab.
- Click on Clear next to Clear File Explorer history.
- Click OK to close the window.
- SamuelSamsonIron Contributor
this method won't work for me!