Here are easy ways to start File Explorer in Windows 11 that you can consider to start File Explorer quickly!How to open File Explorer on Windows 11: 1.) ... Start File Explorer by using the Windows key + E!
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(Image-5) Start the file explorer via the Windows 11 taskbar! |
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3.) Open File Explorer via the Windows 11 desktop!
Even if the desktop icons always play a minor role for Microsoft itself, for many desktop users the desktop icons are an important reference point for starting Windows 11 programs, system settings, ... etc. and also for starting File Explorer !To do this: ► Customize which desktop icons are displayed under Windows 11! !
(Image-2) File Explorer via the desktop in Windows 11! |
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4.) Start the file explorer via the Windows 11 search!
You can also find the file explorer in the start menu or in the Windows file search
1. To do this, click on the Start button in the taskbar
1b. Optional: Press the Windows + Q
2 keyboard shortcut. Then type "File Explorer" on your keyboard.
3. When you see the "File Explorer" result, click on the icon
(or press Enter and File Explorer will be launched)
(... see Image-3 Point 1 to 4)
(Image-3) File Explorer via Windows 11 Search! |
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5.) Start File Explorer with the Windows X button!
Right- click Start or press Windows + X
Right-click the Start button on your taskbar or press Windows + X on your keyboard, select "File Explorer" and File Explorer will open.
(Image-1) Open file explorer on windows-11 via Windows-X! |
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6.) More tips on files, Explorer, .. and Co on MS Windows 11!
►► Disable the new Windows 11 Explorer context menu, is it possible?
►► Remove the old File Explorer on Windows 11?
►► Can you change the search options in Windows 11 File Explorer?
►► Automatically expand directory structure in Windows 11 Explorer?
►► Where can I find the classic file explorer for Windows 11?
►► Remove the Windows Terminal APP from the Explorer menu?
FAQ 240: Updated on: 26 August 2023 07:10