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Customize & Configure Windows 11 File Explorer [How to]
Make File Explorer do more for you with these tips
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Updated onAugust 12, 2024
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Many users want to customize File Explorer in Windows 11 in order to adjust it to their needs. If you’re looking to do so, today’s guide will show you how to properly do it.
How can I change the appearance of the File Explorer?
1. Change the File Explorer theme
2. How to organize files in File Explorer Windows 11?
For us, one of the most useful features is sorting in Windows 11 File Explorer and we use it frequently to find newly created files.
Don’t forget to check out our article onmore folder settingsthat will further help you stay organized.
3. Hide/show File Explorer panes
4. How do I customize the Windows 11 Navigation Pane?
6. Activate single-click for folders/files
7. Change privacy and advanced settings
8. How can I customize the File Explorer toolbar / ribbon in Windows 11?
Unfortunately, Windows 11 doesn’t have the ability to customize the toolbar, so you can’t add or remove any items from it.
However, you can customize your File Explorer andrestore the classic File Explorer ribbon.
If you’re having problems and, for some reason, thesearch in File Explorer is not workingor thegroup by option is greyed out, check out our expert article for answers.
If you’re looking to customize Windows further, don’t miss our guides on how tocustomize Windows 11 Start Menuand our guide on how tocustomize the lock screen in Windows.
Let us know of any other ways to configure File Explorer in Windows 11 that you use to improve your experience in the comment section below.
More about the topics:File Explorer,Windows 11
Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
