Windows 10: W10 File Explorer - Can't rename, delete, or double click open

Hi,

I brought new laptop.

Recently, clicking on a file in file explorer has resulted in rotating blue circle and nothing else. It appears that the explorer has gone into an infinite loop. The files can still be opened by the associated application (e.g., Word, File > Open dialog). File explorer, itself doesn't work - Start file explorer and it shows Not Responding in the title bar - Quick Access as the highlighted folder and the panel that ordinarily shows the files shows "working on it" forever.


For example: I have saved a few word documents which saved in a file folder on desktop. When I click the folder and folder open ok, but documents in side file folder would not open /not able to do right click. All my file folders in desktop do the same thing.


Have downloaded and run the MS utility that checks for OS corruption and no issues, done every other thing I can find that seems remotely applicable and no joy.


Please help

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Deleted (or Renamed) files remain in file explorer view

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if a file is renamed, the old name stays in view and the file is not accessible using the old name.

It used to be that explorer updated these file changes immediately and I could stay working in file explorer without having to close and update. Is there a setting for this that I can change so the File Explorer updates immediately?

 

Microsoft Internet Explorer renamed to Windows Internet Explorer ?




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Delete and Cut Files with Preview Pane Open

Hi,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.

• Have you tried to delete the pdf file in preview panel?
• What exactly happens when try to delete the pdf file?

I suggest you to follow the steps below and check if it helps.

• 
  Open File Explorer.
  
• 
  Select View and click on preview panel.
  
• 
  Select the pdf file.
  
• 
  At the right corner you will be able to see preview panel.
  
• 
  You can right click on it and delete the files.
  

Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help.