Bug in Windows File Explorer

Question

I recently discovered a bug in Windows File Explorer. The "Paste" option does not appear when I right-click with the mouse on a folder. All the other options like copy, cut, share, rename, and delete are there. I have also selected "show more options", but the "paste" option is still missing. I am also observing several other errors, such as the text I have written in this question cannot be copied and pasted from Word.s However, copy and paste works from OneNote and Notepad. I discovered this after updating to version KB505398 from Microsoft today. Could there be a connection?"

Answer 1

Hello,

If you believe the issue started after installing KB505398, you can try uninstalling it:

Go to Settings > Windows Update > Update history > Uninstall updates.

Look for KB505398 in the list and uninstall it.

Restart your computer and test the “Paste” option again.

Also I suggest that you could try to create a new user account to log on ,check if the issue still insists.

Reset File Explorer Settings

Sometimes, corrupted File Explorer settings can cause issues. Reset File Explorer by following these steps:

Open File Explorer.

Click on the three dots ()… in the toolbar.

Select Options > Change folder and search options.

In the Folder Options window, go to the View tab and click Reset Folders.

Click OK to save changes.

Have a nice day.

Best Regards,

Hania Lian

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Answer 2

Hi Trond Gunnar Raa,

Use windows key and R, in the run box type winver and post back the build you are on please. KB505398 is for Windows 10 but your post states Windows 11, thanks.