Windows 10: Office files cannot be previewed in Explorer Windows 10

Discus and support Office files cannot be previewed in Explorer Windows 10 in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; Preview only works for excel, pdf, and jpg (and other image) files. Word, Powerpoint files show "This file cannot be previewed" (Note that excel files... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by WillEscutia, Nov 16, 2018.

  1. Office files cannot be previewed in Explorer Windows 10


    Preview only works for excel, pdf, and jpg (and other image) files.

    Word, Powerpoint files show "This file cannot be previewed" (Note that excel files do work)

    The issue has lasted for months.

    Apparently, it started in one of the automatic updates (which unfortunately have a tendency to mess things up)


    I have tried creating another profile, trying the solutions in the forum and even requesting personal support from Microsoft. The latter reinstalled Windows 10 again (a process that lasted several hours) but to no avail.

    The chat support told me they cannot do anything anymore and that I should try forum solutions.


    Overall, after many hours lost the end result is no result.


    Can't Microsoft develop a patch that works so we users can work more effectively?


    Thank you

    :)
     
    WillEscutia, Nov 16, 2018
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  2. Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Nov 16, 2018
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  3. File Explorer "No preview available"

    In Windows 10 File Explorer I cannot preview files. For office and .pdf's I get "No preview available."

    This started a couple of months ago, perhaps after a Windows 10 update.

    I have tried the command prompts, syncing Office 365 with my 64-bit OS, and various other suggestions, with no luck.

    The most recent post I was able to find about this was in 2017.

    Any new suggestions?

    Thank you.
     
    Donald Gardner, Nov 16, 2018
    #3
  4. Paolo Mag Win User

    Office files cannot be previewed in Explorer Windows 10

    "This file can't be previewed" problem in explorer

    Hi Deborah,

    For us to provide an accurate resolution, kindly elaborate the issue by answering the questions listed below:

    • Since when have you been experiencing this issue?
    • Were there any changes on your PC before this happened like software or updates installed?

    For initial troubleshooting, we suggest that you follow the steps listed below:

    • Open File Explorer.
    • Access this link

      C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer
    • Delete all the files.
    • After deleting the files kindly try and see if there's a thumbnail preview of your files.

    We're looking forward to your response.
     
    Paolo Mag, Nov 16, 2018
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