Windows File Explorer does the job, but just barely. No quick previews, clunky cloud access, and tedious bulk operations mean ...

If you frequently search for the same files or folders, you don't need to manually enter filters each time. Instead, you can save your File Explorer searches to save time and effort.

Files is a File Explorer alternative with handy features such as Omnibar, designed to streamline your file navigation experience on Windows.

On the search result page, File Explorer will surface the available search options in the command bar. Click the "Search options" menu and choose the filter or operator to refine your search. For ...

The File Explorer in Windows 11 seemingly has its flaws. It might load slowly when you open files and sometimes, Explorer’s search bar may take too long to load your search results.

To change search settings in File Explorer, click on the three-dot button in the Menu bar and select Options. It opens the Folder Options window. Click on the Search tab and change search settings ...

Meanwhile, insider build 23475 refreshed the interface in File Explorer. The top of the app's window now resembles a web browser, with an address bar, search bar, tabs, and navigation buttons.

Other File Explorer improvements include bug fixes for not being able to navigate by typing into the address bar, unexpected overlaps while in full-screen mode, and various issues that caused crashes.

The upcoming redesign of File Explorer for Windows 11 will make it look much like the rest of the OS, with rounded interfaces, refreshes for the address bar, moving the action buttons and more.

Though still buggy, File Explorer’s new Shared feature could end up being quite useful if you’re part of a fast-moving team or organization with lots of files flying around.