File Explorer Left Side Menu Missing

Question

I was prompted to update today and I did.  Now, when I open File Explorer, the menu tab on the left side of the file explorer window is missing the menu that listed the folders (documents, this PC, whatever external storage I had plugged into a USB port, etc...)  I want that menu back.  How do I turn it back on when I didn't want it turned off in the first place?

Answer 1

Hi ChristopherDanelutti

Greetings! I am Vijay, an Independent Advisor. Let's start with this -

Open File Explorer > View tab > Check whether Navigation Pane is ON or not

Answer 2

Hi ChristopherDanelutti

Greetings! I am Vijay, an Independent Advisor. Let's start with this -

Open File Explorer > View tab > Check whether Navigation Pane is ON or not

Ah, that's what did it.  Apparently, I was suffering from an I-D-10-T error LOL  Thank you so very much!

Answer 3

Hi Chris. I'm Greg, an installation specialist, 10 year Windows MVP, and Guardian Moderator here to help you.

From the File Explorer View tab, enable Navigation Pane.

I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and keep me posted. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

Answer 4

The problem is solved!  Thank you!