Windows 10: File access via Windows explorer slow

Discus and support File access via Windows explorer slow in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; Any file access via Windows explorer Windows 10 has become painfully slow in the last week or so. This happens if I am just expanding the file tree on... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by DaveGoff2, Mar 11, 2020.

  1. DAVEGOFF2
    DaveGoff2 Win User

    File access via Windows explorer slow


    Any file access via Windows explorer Windows 10 has become painfully slow in the last week or so. This happens if I am just expanding the file tree on the left or if I am clicking on a file. It also affects any open or save actions from within programs.


    Things to note are:

    1. Using FreeCommander file explorer does not have the same problems with search and double click.
    2. If I disconnect from the network/router Windows explorer works at "the usual" expected speed.

    I'm running Windows 10 off an SSD, the PC has 2 other SSD drives and 2 SATA drives and I have a Synology NAS connected via the router.


    Any help very welcome.

    :)
     
    DaveGoff2, Mar 11, 2020
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  2. AHHZZ
    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, Mar 11, 2020
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  3. SAMMCSPADDEN
    SamMcSpadden Win User
    Windows 10 file explorer very slow (working on it...) issue

    This seemed to help. Time will tell. It certainly is more helpful and practical than the suggestion to end toe Explorer task and start a new one.
     
    SamMcSpadden, Mar 11, 2020
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  4. MARK OLE
    Mark Ole Win User

    File access via Windows explorer slow

    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 11, 2020
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