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How to Show The Folder Size on Windows 11?
Right-click to open Properties & view folder’s size
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Updated onSeptember 11, 2024
updated onSeptember 11, 2024
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Windows 11 doesn’t show folder size in File Explorer by default, however, you can make certain changes in the Explorer settings to make them visible.
In this guide, we will discuss some of the easiest ways to show the size of folders so that you can manage disk space efficiently on your PC.
How do I view a folder’s size on Windows 11?
1. Using the Properties window of a folder
2. Enable the Item check boxes or Details option
3. Enable the Display file size information in folder tips option
4. Using the Command Prompt
5. Using the Windows PowerShell
6. Using the Windows Settings app
This method only works for the system drive, so if you want to check a folder size located in some other drive, use the other methods listed.
How do I see the total size of multiple folders?
To see the total size of multiple folders, select them, right-click, and select thePropertiesoption from the context menu. On thePropertieswindow, you can see the combined size of the selected folders.
Alternatively, you can also select theDetailsoption underView, and it will display all the details under theDate,Type,Tags, andSizecolumns for every single folder.
How do I change folder display in Windows 11’s File Explorer?
Tips for Managing Your Disk Space and Folders in Windows 11
Knowing a file or folder is essential for managing disk space on your computer efficiently, which, in turn, is useful for the smooth functioning of your PC.
If youcan’t see the size of the foldereven after using the above methods, chances are your Windows is outdated, or the File Explorer is corrupt; read this guide to know the detailed solutions to fix it.
Before you go, don’t miss our guide on how tosort files by size in Windows 11, since it might come in handy to you.
Do you know any other method to check the folder size? Don’t hesitate to mention it in the comments section below. We will add it to the list.
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Srishti Sisodia
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Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
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