Windows 10: How do I quickly return file manager to how I want it so it actual works

Why does Microsoft mess up my file manager every single time it introduces an update this year. It's a complete pain as I have to spend ages trying to figure out how to put it back so it's actually useable. They need to stop messing with it or test it on people who have proper jobs before they updated everyone! Arghhhh

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windows 10 file manager not working. and too many installs to return to 8.1

Hi,

Apologies for the late reply.

I suggest you to perform DISM
Restore health and see if that helps.



Refer the following steps:

• Open the Task manager. Here’s a tip: Press CTRL+Shift+ESC.
• Click File > Run New Task
• Make sure you have a check mark beside “Create this task with administrative privileges”
  
• Type CMD
• Type the following commands at the CMD prompt:
  
  dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth
  
  sfc /scannow
  
• Close the CMD window

Check to see if the issue is resolved. If not, restart the PC.

 

I have added the file count column to my folder in File Explorer. However, the actual file count is not displaying.

Hi Loren,

I appreciate if you could answer a
few questions to narrow down the issue and to provide you better assistance.

• How did you added file count column for folders in File Explorer? What are the steps did you followed?
• When you say, "actual file count is not displaying" is this issue specific to any folder or happening with all folders?
• Have you installed any third party anti-virus on your system?

Meanwhile, I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if this helps.

• Open File Explorer.
• Click on View from navigation pane and choose Detail pane.

Write to us with the above information and status of the issue to assist you further.

Thank You.

 

Windows 10 infinite restart black screen


The tutorials provided are just a list of troubleshooting steps. Use only the steps which apply to you.

Since none of the troubleshooting steps here worked, I'd suggest you do a Clean install.

John