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File Explorer is sluggish, buggy, and missing features—here's what to use instead

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Windows 11’s April update packs 8 meaningful improvements you won’t want to skip

Microsoft is expected to roll out the Windows 11 April 2026 update with new features, better performance, and usability ...

Microsoft’s New Windows 11 Update Fixes File Explorer’s Annoying ‘White Flash’

Microsoft’s Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26220.7961 for 25H2 fixes File Explorer flashes, adds voice typing for renaming, and restores Administrator Protection.

Windows 11 25H2/24H2 get 1000 Hz+ refresh rate support, File Explorer improvements, and more0 0

The March 2026 non-security update for Windows 11 is here with 1000Hz+ display refresh rate support, File Explorer ...
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Windows 11 KB5079391 out with features, direct download links for offline installers (.msu)

Windows 11 KB5079391 released with 1000 Hz refresh rate support, ability to turn on or off Smart App Control without ...
Windows Central

This file explorer got a major update just in time for Windows 11

Files, a file manager for Windows, just received a major update to version 2. The update adds support for columns, compact overlay mode, and improves the speed of the app. Files works on both Windows ...
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Exploring the Exciting Features of File Explorer in Windows 11 2023 Update

Microsoft has just released a new update for Windows 11. This new update brings some exciting new features to the File Explorer app. This article will explore the features of File Explorer in Windows ...
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Exclusive: This is Microsoft's new modern File Explorer overhaul for Windows 11

File Explorer is getting a big update with new features soon. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Internal mock-ups obtained by ...