7 ways to troubleshoot if your File Explorer is freezing in Windows 11

If your File Explorer is freezing in Windows 11, there are several relatively simple fixes for the problem.
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I’ve used Windows forever — but I only just found these 6 file management tricks

If you don’t see them by default, that’s because they’ve been hidden since Windows 8. To unhide them, open File Explorer ...

Disable Folder Type Discovery in File Explorer in Windows 11

Folder Type Discovery analyzes content of a folder & automatically assigns a template (layout & view mode). Enable or Disable ...
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Microsoft admits File Explorer Preview pane won’t work in Windows 11 25H2 for internet files by default

Microsoft told Windows Latest that it disabled the File Explorer Preview pane in Windows 11 25H2 and 24H2 for internet files.

Microsoft disables File Explorer preview for downloads to block attacks

Microsoft says that the File Explorer (formerly Windows Explorer) now automatically blocks previews for files downloaded from ...
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Microsoft testing new AI features in Windows 11 File Explorer

Microsoft is testing new File Explorer AI-powered features that will enable Windows 11 users to work with images and documents without needing to open the files. Known as "AI actions," they can ...
Windows Central

How AI-powered updates are transforming File Explorer in Windows 11

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 ...