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File Explorer Tabs Missing? How to Get Them Back
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Updated onMarch 29, 2024
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Microsoft manufacturers promised that they’ll come up with complete tab support for Windows users, but the biggest news didn’t appear yet.
Fortunately, you’re allowed to enable tabs in File Explorer, but only on the latest Windows 11 build in the Dev channel.
The full tab support would be extremely useful, especially because it seems like some users are facing problems with the File Explorer missing tabs.
As an example, according to worldwide users, the File Explorer tabbed UI is currently hidden in Windows 11.
Because it is a pretty common issue, we’ve managed to compile a list of useful fixes, so make sure you check them all.
How can I get my Explorer tabs back in Windows 11?
1. Restart Windows File Explorer
2. Try a specialized tool to restore the missing files
Maybe the best solution you can try is optimizing your system in an automatic way with the help ofspecialized optimization tools.
In case the system files are affected or missing, the software can replace corrupted or damaged files, restore your registry, and even provide detailed hardware analysis to the user.
Most antivirus software will not be able to deal with these issues, and you’ll be left with crashes, missing files, and other problems.
3. Use a specific folder
The above steps will help you restore Windows 10 File Explorer in Windows 11, so make sure you follow them carefully to get the old and complete look.
4. Enable the Windows File Explorer tabs by using Files Apps
You can also perform this process by navigating to theMicrosoft Store official page.
After adding Tab support in File Explorer, it will become easier for you to manage various directories of folders right from the single File Explorer window.
As you can see, you can easily fix your File Explorer missing tabs in Windows 11 by following some simple steps. And if you are bothered by the Windows 11 bug whereFile Explorer keeps taking focus, it’s easy to fix.
Some users also reported thatFile Manager is sometimes not showing filesand to discover more about this situation, do not hesitate to check our dedicated guide.
In case of encountering any additional questions or curiosities, make sure you leave a comment in the section below.
More about the topics:File Explorer,Windows 11
Alina Isac
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