Windows 10: File Explorer not able to open files

Discus and support File Explorer not able to open files in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hi, I have been having this problem for a few days. The file explorer is not able to open files.I can open folders in the explorer so it is likely not... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Kyle-o73, Mar 11, 2022.

  1. Kyle-o73 Win User

    File Explorer not able to open files


    Hi, I have been having this problem for a few days. The file explorer is not able to open files.I can open folders in the explorer so it is likely not a mouse problemThe only effect of double-clicking a file is that the cursor shows the "working in background" pointer for a few seconds.I have tried a quick scan by running DISM.exe in the terminal and with the sfc /scannow command but all showed no files corruption.Nothing happens if I right-click on a file and press the "Open with..." button. But if I go to settings and change the default app for a file extension, the settings app just complet

    :)
     
    Kyle-o73, Mar 11, 2022
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  2. Ketxxx Win User

    opening .dds files with gimp

    Simply, HOW? I got the DDS plugin but the POS wont open DDS files still. Can someone give me a step-by-step rundown of how to install the DDS plugin for gimp so I know if I'm missing something?
     
    Ketxxx, Mar 11, 2022
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  3. jaydeee Win User
    PowerPoint file crashes PowerPoint upon opening

    since this happens in some of the computers only, suggest that you open the file on working computer and copy everything and paste to a new powerpoint file.
    most of the time it works to me. *Smile File Explorer not able to open files :)
     
    jaydeee, Mar 11, 2022
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  4. File Explorer not able to open files

    File explorer will not open on windows 10

    In this case, it's possible that the File Explorer is set to open an incorrect/corrupted file location. To rule out folder path related issues, we suggest that you follow the steps below:

    • Type Control Panel in the search box. From the search result, click
      Control Panel.
    • Select Small icons from the View by: drop-down list located on the top right side of the window.
    • Select File Explorer Options.
    • Under the General tab, select This
      PC
      from the Open File Explorer to: drop-down list.
    • Click OK.

    Once you're done, open File Explorer again and check if the issue persists.

    Feel free to post back if you encounter any challenges along the process.
     
    Darwin Dim, Mar 11, 2022
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