Shift + F10 Shortcut not working in File Explorer

Question

Hi - when navigating the File Explorer, I usually use Shift + F10 to bring up the context menu of a particular file. Recently, this has stropped working. Shift + F10 still works when navigating the Desktop though, as well as when using various apps. Any ideas as to what might be happening?

Answer 1

Hello

This issue could be due to a variety of factors, including software conflicts or system settings. Here are a few suggestions that might help:

Safe Mode: As per a user’s experience, the Shift + F10 shortcut worked fine in Safe Mode. This suggests that a program or app might be blocking it in normal mode.

Function Key: Try using the function key with Shift + F10, i.e., press 'fn+shift+f10’.

Clear Cache: Clearing the cache of File Explorer might help. To do this:

Open Run Command (Press Windows key + R)

Copy and paste the file path below and click OK:

C:\Users%username%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Recent\AutomaticDestinations

Delete everything inside the AutomaticDestinations folder

Restart your PC and check.