Windows 10: How to make Files UWP the main file explorer?

Discus and support How to make Files UWP the main file explorer? in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; Hi, I recently discovered Files "UWP" and I liked it so much that I would like to do the main explorer but I don't know how, if someone can tell me how... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/Pikxoh, Jan 19, 2021.

  1. /u/Pikxoh Win User

    How to make Files UWP the main file explorer?


    Hi, I recently discovered Files "UWP" and I liked it so much that I would like to do the main explorer but I don't know how, if someone can tell me how to do it I would really appreciate it.

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    /u/Pikxoh, Jan 19, 2021
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  2. File explorer

    Hi Mick,

    I am sorry to know that the File Explorer is not working on the Taskbar.

    I suggest you to right-click on it to unpin it from the task bar.

    Then search for File Explorer in Search. Then right-click on it to Pin it to Taskbar.

    If the issue persists, try the steps below.


    • Type CMD in Search. Right click on it to run as an administrator.

    • Type the following 4 commands at the Command prompt:
    dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth

    sfc /scannow

    powershell

    Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers |Where-Object {$_.InstallLocation -like "*SystemApps*"} | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}


    • Close the CMD window.

    • Check to see if the issue is resolved. If not, restart the PC.
    Hope this helps in resolving the issue. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.
     
    Kalpana Shankarappa, Jan 19, 2021
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  3. Paolo Mag Win User
    "This file can't be previewed" problem in explorer

    Hi Deborah,

    For us to provide an accurate resolution, kindly elaborate the issue by answering the questions listed below:

    • Since when have you been experiencing this issue?
    • Were there any changes on your PC before this happened like software or updates installed?

    For initial troubleshooting, we suggest that you follow the steps listed below:

    • Open File Explorer.
    • Access this link

      C:\Users\USERNAME\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\Explorer
    • Delete all the files.
    • After deleting the files kindly try and see if there's a thumbnail preview of your files.

    We're looking forward to your response.
     
    Paolo Mag, Jan 19, 2021
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  4. ToffyCot Win User

    How to make Files UWP the main file explorer?

    Set default file manager to Files UWP?

    Hey guys I recently downloaded Files UWP from the windows store and it's a great file manager with a clean ui and great shortcuts and management, but I was wondering if there's a way to set it as my default manager; for example when I go to open a file
    from another application, I'd like it to use UWP instead of the stock files explorer. Any ideas?

    Thanks!

    Spencer
     
    ToffyCot, Jan 19, 2021
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