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Discus and support Customizing the toolbar in file explorer in Windows 11 in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Since updating to Windows 11 I have found I can no longer customize the toolbar at the top of the file explorer window. I don't normally use some of... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Michelle Ball, Apr 6, 2022.

  1. Customizing the toolbar in file explorer in Windows 11


    Since updating to Windows 11 I have found I can no longer customize the toolbar at the top of the file explorer window. I don't normally use some of the new icons there and those I do use frequently are now buried within 2 or 3 levels of menus.For instance the "share" icon is of no use to me, but I can't remove it. In turn, icons like "new folder" are 2 or 3 clicks away, instead of being one. I also like to toggle the "preview pane" on and off as I need it. After the update, I finally found it buried in a drop down menu within a drop down menu. Customization was always a great feature of

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    Michelle Ball, Apr 6, 2022
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  2. Cant find Toolbar in Internet explorer 11

    Hello Cagney,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    I understand that the toolbar is missing in Internet explorer 11. We will help you.

    • Are you facing this issue after any recent updates?
    • Did you check in setting and try to check mark the command bar and check?
    I suggest you to follow some steps below and check if it helps.

    • Open Internet Explorer.
    • Right click on top in empty space near the tabs
      and select Menu Bar and Command Bar and check if the issue is resolved.
    Please post to us if the issue is resolved.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Apr 6, 2022
    #2
  3. Geethu B Win User
    unable to drag and drop files into website on Internet Explorer 11

    Hi Cristy,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community. I understand that you are unable to drag and drop files into website on Internet Explorer 11.
    I will surely help you to fix this issue.

    This issue could have occurred due to these reasons:


    • Incorrect Internet Explorer settings.

    • Some browser add-ons.
    Try the steps listed here:

    Method 1:

    I suggest you to disable add-ons and check if it helps.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/internet-explorer/manage-add-ons#ie=ie-11

    Method 2:

    If the issue persists, I suggest you to reset Internet Explorer settings and check if it helps.

    Change or reset Internet Explorer settings

    Change or reset Internet Explorer settings

    Disclaimer: Reset Internet Explorer to its default configuration. This step will also disable any add-ons, plug-ins, or toolbars that are installed. Although this solution is quick, it also means that, if you want to use any of those add-ons
    in the future, they must be reinstalled.

    Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue so that we can assist you further.
     
    Geethu B, Apr 6, 2022
    #3
  4. Customizing the toolbar in file explorer in Windows 11

    Removing BING toolbar and BING start page from Windows 10 - (Internet Explorer 11? -10?)

    Hi,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for posting your query.

    Let me help you to fix the issue.

    To understand the issue better, please provide the more information.


    • What is the make and model of the tablet?

    • A screenshot of the issue would be wonderful.
    Please visit: How to include a screenshot in your post

    http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/...our-post/2594b08e-32a3-476a-85a6-b021181be7e4

    For now let’s try simple steps and check if this helps in resolving the issue. Follow the below steps.

    Step 1.

    As per your information, be informed that Internet Explorer 11 is by default on Windows 10. You can also check the version by following the bellow steps.


    • Open Internet Explorer and click on the gear option.
    • Now click on About Internet Explorer.
    For the issue with Bing toll bar, I would recommend you to uninstall the Bing toolbar from the Internet Explorer and check.


    • Press Windows Key + X and select
      Control Panel
      .

    • Now click on Programs and Features and locate for
      Bing toolbar.
    • Right click on it and uninstall it.
    Step 2.

    For the issue with webpage, I suggest you to set a different homepage and check.


    • Open Internet Explorer and click on the gear option.

    • Click on Internet option, now type a link or set a homepage in the box.
    • Click on Apply and OK.
    Hope this helps. Keep posting us with the status we will be glad to help you.
     
    Billion Debbarma, Apr 6, 2022
    #4
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