Windows 10: Identify File Explorer windows

Discus and support Identify File Explorer windows in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I'm not sure if the solution to my problem is with Microsoft, but any leads would be appreciated. I work on multiple projects during the day, jumping... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by PatrickDaniell1, Jul 29, 2020.

  1. Identify File Explorer windows


    I'm not sure if the solution to my problem is with Microsoft, but any leads would be appreciated.


    I work on multiple projects during the day, jumping from one to another and back again. I'm constantly accessing open File Explorer windows to find and save files. My problem is that I can't keep track of which window is associated with which project.


    The name of the folder, that Windows 10 uses to identify the File Explorer window is inadequate. Most project subfolders have similar names drawings, sketches, documents, cost estimate, correspondence, submittals, etc., etc., etc., etc......... and that name is what shows up when I hover over, or right click on my File Explorer icon. When the number of open File Explorer windows approaches a dozen or so it's barely possible to identify the project since the names are all similar, and my efficiency goes to $#!+. I close all the windows and start again.


    I have literally hundreds of projects. I don't want to make shortcuts. I would like to quickly identify an open window with a name, number, color, or whatever is available. Once the window is open, I need to be able to jump around in that project's subfolders without having the window name change. I wouldn't mind typing the window name when I open it, or picking a number, color, etc.


    What makes matters worse is that our project folder structure seems to go on forever lots of clicks to get were I'm going.


    What am I doing wrong? Is this a feature that is needed or should I be using File Explorer in a different way?


    Thank you in advance for any information that you can provide about this. Regards,

    Patrick

    :)
     
    PatrickDaniell1, Jul 29, 2020
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  2. Ahhzz Win User

    Windows 10 Tweaks

    Pressing “Windows+Pause Break” (it’s up there next to scroll lock) opens the “System” Window.

    Windows 10: In the new version of Windows, Explorer has a section called Quick Access. This includes your frequent folders and recent files. Explorer defaults to opening this page when you open a new window. If you’d rather open the usual This PC, with links to your drives and library folders, follow these steps:

    • Open a new Explorer window.
    • Click View in the ribbon.
    • Click Options.
    • Under General, next to “Open File Explorer to:” choose “This PC.”
    • Click OK


    credit to Lifehacker.
     
    Ahhzz, Jul 29, 2020
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  3. Frick Win User
    Windows Explorer Replacement?

    I don't use Internet Explorer, I meant the thing where you can look at files etc. Hotkey Windows+E. Maybe it's the wrong name in english though. *Stick Out Tongue Identify File Explorer windows :p
     
    Frick, Jul 29, 2020
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  4. geno368 Win User

    Identify File Explorer windows

    Some files listed in Windows Explorer are blue font

    I seem to have run out of room on a Windows XP Pro system. I tried to defrag but don't have but 7% room available. I looked in Windows Explorer to try to find some huge files that might be corrupt and I see a few that are listed in blue. What does that mean? I have not compressed anything on purpose. Thanks
     
    geno368, Jul 29, 2020
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