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Automatically expand directory structure in Windows 11 Explorer?


If you want the directory structure to automatically expand to the open folder, you only have to activate it in Windows 11 Explorer!



1.) ... The auto expand of the folder on the current MS Windows 11 OS! 
2.) ... What should I watch out for when automatically unfolding under Windows 11!
3.) ... More automation and tips under Windows OS!


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1.) The auto expand of the folder on the current MS Windows 11 OS! 

1. Please start MS Explorer, for example with the keyboard shortcut Windows + E

2. In the [...] menu, select  the folder options

3. Now please click the View tab

4. Activate the option "Expand to open folder"

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(Image-1) Automatically expand directory structure in Windows 11 Explorer!
Automatically expand directory structure in Windows 11 Explorer!

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2.) What should I watch out for when automatically unfolding under Windows 11!


With some network drives and FTP folders, working in MS File Explorer is a bit slower, but that is not that bad. Opening the folder in the directory tree takes time, but it is also practical at the same time!

If you want to adjust it in the registry, this is also possible!     

1. ►► Open the Registry Editor as always

2. Open the registry folder 
Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Advanced

3. Simply set the registry value NavPaneExpandToCurrentFolder  to "1"

 
 
(Image-2) Directory structure Auto Expand under Windows-11 Explorer!
Directory structure Auto Expand under Windows-11 Explorer!

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3.) ... More automation and tips under Windows OS!



Things that happen automatically are useful, especially when they happen when you expect them to, not only on Windows 11 but on all MS Windows desktop and server operating systems! Here you will find more links and tips on the subject of automation and co. that can help you!
 

►► Difference autorun and autostart?
►► Automatically log in under Windows 11 / Autologin?
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►► The Automation for Windows category on Software OK!
►► Can I continue to use my mouse cursors hide tool on MS Windows!
►► How can I enable/use auto-save to save desktop icon position?
►► Does the Energy Efficiency Improvement Tool work on MS Windows 11?





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