Windows 10: File Explorer Disappearance

Discus and support File Explorer Disappearance in Windows 10 Support to solve the problem; Good Day, Background info is that I took the plunge and put an SSD in my computer. Since it has been a long time, I decided to go for a clean install... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Support' started by glennc, Feb 3, 2017.

  1. GLENNC
    glennc Win User

    File Explorer Disappearance


    Good Day,
    Background info is that I took the plunge and put an SSD in my computer. Since it has been a long time, I decided to go for a clean install of Windows 10 Pro. Using the media creation tool I obtained a Windows 10 Pro N in 64 bit and installed it. Do not know if it matters, but I turned of Cortana.
    Situation: The File Explorer icon in the start menu that is the with the User, Settings and Power Icons is gone. I have become reliant on it and would appreciate any help it facilitating it's return *Smile! Thanks for any assistance


    :)
     
    glennc, Feb 3, 2017
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  2. FILE EXPLORER
    File Explorer Win User

    File Explorer has gone crazy after last nights upgrade.

    My only has icons instead of full descriptions. I can not get back to a point where I have tabs that actually say something. Please tell me how to get my view repaired? help... Help.... HELP!!!
     
    File Explorer, Feb 3, 2017
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  3. MARQUE LOR
    Marque Lor Win User
    File Explorer/Quick Access

    Hi William,

    This is quite unusual. If the files suddenly disappears from the File Explorer, then it could be that files are hidden. Now, before we get into the solution, may we know first what are the changes on your computer? Also, have you tried searching for the
    certain files after it disappeared from the File Explorer?

    Your reply will be much appreciated.
     
    Marque Lor, Feb 3, 2017
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  4. BREE
    Bree New Member

    File Explorer Disappearance

    These icons are optional. You can choose which to show in Settings > Personalization > Start, scroll down and click 'Choose which folders appear on Start'.
     
    Bree, Feb 3, 2017
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  5. GLENNC
    glennc Win User
    Thank you so much Bree, for your knowledge and your time!!
     
    glennc, Feb 3, 2017
    #5
  6. BREE
    Bree New Member
    Thanks. Glad to have helped.
     
    Bree, Apr 4, 2018
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