All of the usual File Explorer settings are still here in Windows 10: Options to show or conceal hidden files, keep new folders in the same window, set the default look for opened folders, and so on.

Right-click on the Taskbar icon and further click on ‘Pin to Taskbar’ That’s all you have to do to permanently base your File Explorer icon on the Windows 11 Taskbar.

Customize Folder Icons in File Explorer While the default folder icons in File Explorer look decent, you can make them stand out by choosing custom icons for individual folders.

You should see File Explorer in the list of search results. Right-click it, then choose Pin to taskbar. Presto! When you return to the Desktop, you'll see your beloved File Explorer icon.

The Windows 10 version of File Explorer has a few new bells and whistles. Here's a handy guide for new users (and Windows veterans) on the new interface.

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One of File Explorer's largest limitations is the inability to remember tabs or open preselect pages. This simple script will help you fix that and open several File Explorer tabs upon launch.

It is Firday update time for WIndows Insiders, especially those in the Beta Channel. Build 22635.4445 (KB5046745) is out with File Explorer and taskbar improvements.

Accessing saved files on Windows 11 has never been easier, thanks to the new Dropbox beta app integration across the File Explorer and Taskbar.