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how to activate preview after win update blocked service ?

Basel Dieab 0 Reputation points
2026-02-13T17:51:58.3933333+00:00

How to activate preview after the Windows update blocks the service ?

i cant preview documents after windows update

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Files, folders, and storage
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  1. John DeV 158.6K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-02-13T21:23:54.3133333+00:00

    Hi, good day!

    This change was intentional from Microsoft as they’ve disabled File Explorer’s preview feature for files downloaded from the internet as a security measure, preventing any risk of login details being exposed when previewing certain files.

    https://support.microsoft.com/topic/file-explorer-automatically-disables-the-preview-feature-for-files-downloaded-from-the-internet-56d55920-6187-4aae-a4f6-102454ef61fb

    This forum is where members can communicate with one another. The ideal solution would be to use the Windows Feedback Hub app to report the issue to Microsoft. If many users report this problem, they may introduce an option to disable this new security measure.

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  2. Q&A Assist
    2026-02-13T17:52:07.3333333+00:00
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    To activate the preview feature after a Windows update has blocked the service, you may need to ensure that the necessary services are running and configured correctly. Here are the steps you can follow:

    1. Check Windows Firewall Service: Ensure that the Windows Firewall service is running, as the preview feature in Outlook relies on it.
      • Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
      • Type services.msc and press OK.
      • In the Services window, locate Windows Firewall, right-click it, and select Properties.
      • Set the Startup type to Automatic and click OK.
      • Right-click Windows Firewall again and select Start.
    2. Restart Your Computer: After making these changes, restart your computer to ensure that all settings take effect.
    3. Check for Additional Updates: Sometimes, further updates may be required to restore functionality. Ensure your system is fully updated by checking Windows Update settings.

    If you continue to experience issues, you may need to explore additional troubleshooting steps or consult Microsoft support for further assistance.

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