Hello
It sounds like you’re experiencing some frustrating issues with Windows 11, especially since the 21H2 update.
Known Issues
New Folder Bug: This issue where the text appears before the icon when creating a new folder is a known problem. It seems to be related to the integration of XAML into the Explorer interface.
Slow Explorer UI Response: This sluggishness in the Explorer UI is another common complaint. The use of Explorer Patcher to revert to a Windows 10/7 style is a known workaround.
Programs and Features Blackbox: This issue might be related to the rendering problems introduced with the new updates.
Windows 11, version 21H2 known issues and notifications | Microsoft Learn
Potential Workarounds
Double-Click Refresh: As you mentioned, double-clicking to refresh the desktop can temporarily bypass the new folder bug.
Explorer Patcher: Using Explorer Patcher to revert to an older style can help mitigate some of the UI sluggishness.
Update Checks: Ensure that your system is up-to-date with the latest patches and updates from Microsoft, as they often release fixes for these issues.
Resolved issues in Windows 11, version 21H2 | Microsoft Learn
Additional Steps
Feedback Hub: Report these issues through the Windows Feedback Hub. The more reports Microsoft receives, the higher the priority for a fix.
Send feedback to Microsoft with the Feedback Hub app - Microsoft Support
It’s unfortunate that these issues persist across multiple versions and even in the Canary Insider builds. Hopefully, Microsoft will address these bugs in future updates.