Switch from File Explorer to an alternative like XYplorer or OneCommander—and set the alternative as the default, with the help of a registry hack.

Don't like the new File Explorer in Windows 11? Wishing for something more useful? The free Files app is all you need, to add custom touches, and seamless file management.

In this guide, you will learn the steps to change the default saved locations for new files and apps on Windows 11.

Learn how to reset the width of the Navigation pane in File Explorer of Windows 11/10. You can use REGEDIT to set the width to default.

Need to use third-party programs to open files on your PC? Here's how to change file associations in Windows 10 and choose which apps open which file types.

By default, File Explorer in Windows 10 has a recent-files section when you open to the Quick Access section.

To avoid being such an easy target, BleepingComputer points out that you need to change Windows 10 settings to enable the ability to view file extensions by default.