Windows 10: How to reinstall/reset file explorer

File explorer is bugged on my windows 11 install.In the left side window, normally you'd have a bunch of shortcuts, pinned folder etc. But those are entirely gone in my file explorer, and i can't add new once because of a error saying there was an error during read.This is what a standard file explorer looks like.https://pbs-prod.linustechtips.com/monthly_2023_01/933134969_Skrmbillede2023-01-23091212.png.eb56e9d0fe8de30b016bcbb43d8d4380.pngAnd this is what my file explorer looks like.https://pbs-prod.linustechtips.com/monthly_2023_01/485272486_Skrmbillede2023-01-22225352.png.46988de693bf9915ff

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File Explorer resetting to Details after Anniversary Update

Hi,

Let's get this sorted out. We suggest you try these troubleshooting steps:

• Start the Windows in clean boot. To do this, follow the steps
  here.
• Once in clean boot environment, change the settings again to set it back to
  List. Normally, changing the view style in the bottom right of the window and exiting File Explorer should do the trick. The next time you open File Explorer, it should default to the last view style selected.
• If the issue persist, let's run SFC scan to look for corrupted files. Here's
  how.
• Restart the computer normally.

Share with us the results.

Thanks.

 

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.

Manage add-ons in Internet Explorer 11 - Microsoft Support

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

Change or reset Internet Explorer settings - Microsoft Support

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 not searching in This PC

Hi George,

I am sorry to know that you are facing issues with Windows 10.

I suggest you to reset Windows explorer and check the behavior.

Please follow the steps:

• 
  Right click on the task Bar and select Task Manager.
  
• 
  Select Processes tab.
  
• 
  Choose windows explorer and right click on it.
  
• 
  Select end task
  
• 
  Click on file menu and select run new task.
  
• 
  Type explorer.exe
  
• 
  Click on ok.
  

Hope this helps in resolving the issue with Windows Explorer. If the issue persists, do get back to us. We will be happy to assist you.


Regards,