Windows 10: Document Preview

I am using Windows 10 Pro and I am not able to see document previews. Under Options and View, I've made sure all the right boxes are checked and unchecked. Under General, I switched to "This PC" ... but still, when I click on any pdf or other document in File Explorer, this is what's displayed: "This file can't be previewed". What am I missing? Please help!

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Preview pane not working for documents in windows 10

Hi,



We'd just like to follow up on your concern regarding previews for Office files. We'd like to learn more about your concern so we could provide the proper resolution. We just have a few questions for you:

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  Since you said you couldn't find the preview pane, have you tried following the steps in {COT-Kapaa}'s post above?
  
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  Did the preview pane previously work on your computer?
  
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  What changes were made on your computer before the preview pane stopped working?
  
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  Does this happen to all types of Office files, or just one specific type, like a Word document?
  
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  Which version of Windows 10 is on your computer? To check, click
  Start, type winver, and press Enter.
  

We'll wait for your response.

 

document preview in windows explorer

Hello Alberta,

You can use the preview pane in Windows Explorer to see the contents of most files. To help you out with your concern, you may refer to the steps below on how to enable the preview pane in Windows Explorer:

• Click the View tab on Windows Explorer.
• Click on
  
  
  to enable the preview pane.

Don't hesitate to post back if you need further assistance.

 

preview/details pane in explorer

Hi,

Setting the Preview pane to show or hide in File Explorer will apply to all folders. If you wish to hide the Preview pane in File Explorer, we suggest that you follow the steps below:

• Open File Explorer.
• Tap on View tab.
• Click Preview Pane to view/hide it.

We would appreciate it if you could get back to us and provide us your feedback.