Windows 10: How can I get the drop-down menus on file explorer back after the last update?

How can I get the drop-down menus on file explorer back after the last update? The drop-down menus were very convenient and saved me time. I hadn't realized how often I moved pictures from one folder to a different folder. For example, in the main "Pictures" folder, I have 14 sub folders. Most of those folders have multiple folders as well. And even more folders within those. In the previous windows 11 version, if I wanted to move a file or picture, I just dragged it to "Pictures", then the drop-down menu would appear, then I would move it down to the folder I wanted, then another drop-down me

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unable to drag and drop files into website on Internet Explorer 11

Hi Cristy,

Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community. I understand that you are unable to drag and drop files into website on Internet Explorer 11.
I will surely help you to fix this issue.

This issue could have occurred due to these reasons:

• 
  Incorrect Internet Explorer settings.
  
• 
  Some browser add-ons.
  

Try the steps listed here:

Method 1:

I suggest you to disable add-ons and check if it helps.

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/internet-explorer/manage-add-ons#ie=ie-11

Method 2:

If the issue persists, I suggest you to reset Internet Explorer settings and check if it helps.

Change or reset Internet Explorer settings

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/internet-explorer/reset-ie-settings#ie=ie-11

Disclaimer: Reset Internet Explorer to its default configuration. This step will also disable any add-ons, plug-ins, or toolbars that are installed. Although this solution is quick, it also means that, if you want to use any of those add-ons
in the future, they must be reinstalled.

Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue so that we can assist you further.

 

File explorer icon from taskbar dissappears while working on it

Hi,

To assist you with your concern, we suggest you pin the File Explorer from the Start Menu by following these steps:

• Click the Start Menu.
• Right-click File Explorer.
• Choose Pin to taskbar.

If you need further assistance, feel free to reply to this post.

 

Unable to drag and drop in file explorer

Hi Lorne,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

I suggest you to perform System File Checker (SFC) scan.

Step 1: System File Checker is a utility in Windows that allows users to scan for corruptions in Windows system files and restore corrupted files.

To perform SFC Scan, refer to the below link:

Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files - Microsoft Support

If the issue persist follow the step 2.

Steps 2: You may try to restart Windows Explorer and check if it helps.

• 
  Right click on taskbar.
  
• 
  Then select task manager.
  
• 
  Find Windows Explorer process.
  
• 
  Then Right click on
  Windows Explorer.
  
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  Select restart.
  
  

Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help