Windows 10: Get Win10 File Explorer to open in last used folder

XYplorer certainly does.

 

For the record, XYplorer has a free version, a bit limited, but noting serious, I use it just fine.

 

Where do I find the free version?

Found it: XYplorer - XYplorerFree

 

NO, it is NOT possible no matter what you do. It's a pig of a program, and will stupidly refuse to remember what file you last had opened.

I have PowerDesk 5.0.1.2, but that's only because I was able to copy it from one version of Windows to the next, and it somehow worked. The new version isn't free and I haven't tried it.

HOWEVER, there is a FREE file manager that does remember what folder you were in, and you can even split the screen horizontally or vertically, which is great for copying or moving files (eg, from your computer to a thumb drive or vice versa). It's called FreeCommander XE and you can download it at: Downloads - the File Name is: FreeCommanderXE-32-public_setup.zip

Don't take my word for it: scan the file for viruses before you unzip it. Mine works fine, although it's only 32-bit.

The sad thing about this post is that probably no one will ever read it, and will go one suffering with Windows File Explorer, or whatever they're calling it this week.

 

I have been using XYplorer for years and it is a great program and the paid version is not that High for a Program with a lifetime license.*Wink

 

With File Explorer pinned to the taskbar, Right-clicking on it will show a 'Recent' list of folders, provided you have turned on 'Show "Frequently used folders" in Quick Access'. You can click on one to open File Explorer at that folder. You can right-click on one to 'pin it to this list'.

Add or Remove Frequent folders from Quick access in Windows 10

 

I downloaded the free version and it works pretty well - split screen and easy to use. I'll keep it handy - thanks.

 

Thanks, I just tried it and it might come in handy. I didn't know it was an option. I have to lengthen this reply by 3 characters, so I'll just say it still doesn't offer a split screen - I know I can open two instances of it, but that involves too much fiddling. I wonder who Microsoft listens to when it brings out a new product or and update? The old Windows used to have a file manager where you could split the screen. I guess they decided we didn't need that anymore. Grumble, grumble. But thanks again though.

 

Most of the third-party file managers can/do open with 2 panels either free or paid versions, can show different Folders from each other. Then there is the free Q-DIR that opens 4 panels in the same window. I don't fully understand your "split screen", maybe it's opening 2 instances then on the right-click of the Taskbar choose stacked or side by side.