Windows 10: Am I able to expand the folders in the quick access section of the file explorer?

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  1. Jil_98 Win User

    Am I able to expand the folders in the quick access section of the file explorer?


    Hi there!Is there a possibility to change the quick access panel in file explorer? I am unable to expand the folders and this is very frustrating. I tried to look for an answer online but couldn't find it. Any help would be appreciated. I would like to be able to do the same as you can with the 'normal' folders, otherwise the quick access bar has no use in my opinion.

    :)
     
    Jil_98, Mar 31, 2023
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  2. How to expand folder in Quick Access in the Navigation Panel in File Explorer?

    I can't expand files pinned to 'Quick access'.

    In the navigation panel of file explorer I am struggling to find a way to make all 'Quick Access' folders expandable on my new computer with Windows 11. I am able to expand the quick access pinned files on my windows 10 computer by clicking expand or by dragging files to the navigation panel which automatically expands the folder over which I'm hovering with the dragged file.

    It is one of those things that make the windows experience frustrating as it is making the navigation panel less functional and practical. A total deal/breaker for me like many things in windows 11.

    Help or clarification of the issue would be much appreciated Am I able to expand the folders in the quick access section of the file explorer? :)
     
    A struggling user, Mar 31, 2023
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  3. Mark Ole Win User
    Quick Access Crashes Explorer

    Hi Bill,

    Quick Access is a new feature in Windows 10 File Explorer navigation pane which helps users quickly navigate to locations which are frequently used. However, if you're having issues with Quick Access, you can try to disable and enable it. To disable Quick
    Access, follow these steps:

    • Type File Explorer Option in the search box.
    • Click on File Explorer Options.
    • Under General tab, choose This PC in the Open File Explorer to: drop down menu.
    • Uncheck Show recently used files in Quick access and
      Show frequently use folders in Quick access.
    • Click Apply an OK.
    • Restart the computer and re-enable Quick access.

    Let us know how it goes after performing the suggested troubleshooting steps.
     
    Mark Ole, Mar 31, 2023
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  4. Am I able to expand the folders in the quick access section of the file explorer?

    File Explorer W11; Restore Pictures Folder to Quick Access

    To restore the Pictures folder to Quick Access in Windows 11 File Explorer, you can follow these steps:

    1. Open File Explorer by clicking on the folder icon in the taskbar or by pressing Windows + E on your keyboard.
    2. In the left pane of File Explorer, right-click on Quick Access and select Options.
    3. In the Folder Options window, select the General tab.
    4. Under Privacy, make sure that "Show recently used files in Quick access" and "Show frequently used folders in Quick access" are both checked.
    5. Click on the Clear button next to "Clear File Explorer history" to remove any history that might be preventing the Pictures folder from appearing in Quick Access.
    6. Click on the Restore Defaults button to restore the default settings for Quick Access.
    7. Click on Apply and then on OK to save the changes.
    8. If the Pictures folder still does not appear in Quick Access, you can manually add it by navigating to the folder in File Explorer, right-clicking on it, and selecting Pin to Quick Access.
    If these steps do not work, you can try creating a new user account and see if the Pictures folder appears in Quick Access for the new user. If it does, you can copy the contents of your old user account's Pictures folder to the new user account's Pictures folder and continue using the new account.

    Let me know if it helps.
     
    Shivam.Pandey, Mar 31, 2023
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