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10 simple File Explorer tweaks for a more organized Windows PC

Looking for a photo? Need a quick peek at your documents? File Explorer can help you get it done—if you know these tricks.
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Windows 11 KB5079473 quietly made File Explorer faster when searching ‘This PC’ or multiple drives

Windows 11 KB5079473 March 2026 Update quietly shipped with a performance boost that could make the 'search' bar in File ...
Redmond Magazine

Set File Explorer to Open 'This PC' by Default

One of the simplest configuration changes that I have made since making the switch to Windows 11 last year was to configure the File Explorer to open to the This PC screen. Normally, when you open ...
Windows Central

8 registry tweaks that will make File Explorer faster and easier to use on Windows 11

Customize File Explorer with some useful Registry tweaks to declutter menus, speed up browsing, and restore classic features. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...
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Windows 11 File Explorer might get more rounded corners, and Microsoft is also fixing white flashes in ‘This PC’

File Explorer could be getting a minor design refresh where the address and search bar will have rounded corners.