Windows 10: Overlay Icons from Shell extension not working correctly

Discus and support Overlay Icons from Shell extension not working correctly in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I have a Shell Extension which changes the overlay icons for folders and files in my app folder. On Windows 10 it works as expected but on Windows 11... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by H44R, Jul 8, 2022.

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    Overlay Icons from Shell extension not working correctly


    I have a Shell Extension which changes the overlay icons for folders and files in my app folder. On Windows 10 it works as expected but on Windows 11 they are not shown/set. I don't know if this is a known issue, but I hope someone can help :

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    H44R, Jul 8, 2022
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