Microsoft is known for leaving things behind between Windows versions, but it seems kind of ridiculous that the old File Explorer can be switched to just by address bar navigation, or low effort.

If File Explorer isn't responding on your Windows machine, it can lead to headaches. Here are some solutions that might resolve the issue.

Don't like File Explorer in Windows 11, but going back to Windows 10 is not an option? Here is a quick and easy method to permanently bring back the old File Explorer from the Windows 10 era.

If File Explorer keeps restarting on your Windows 11/10 PC, modify the BannerStore registry key, disable suspicious shell extensions, run antivirus, etc.

How to remove a folder from File Explorer To delete a folder in File Explorer, right-click it and select Delete. On Windows 11, right-click on the folder and select Show more options. Select Delete.

A Reddit user discovered this trick by chance, which opens the Windows 10 File Explorer in Windows 11.

With the right code and edits to the Registry File, you can add access to the Control Panel directly into Windows 11 File Explorer.