How to get back the old FILE EXPLORER???

Question

Iam looking for a fix to the old file explorer Please make a toggle so i can choose old over new . I miss seeing every file branch out like a tree where i see all files at same time grrrrrr

Answer 1

Hi LAURA KINNEE,
Welcome to Microsoft Q&A forum. I'm happy to help.

Could you please provide the Windows version you are using?

If possible, please give me some screenshots showing how your files are displayed at this moment, and how they are displayed as your wish.

Thank you for your time.

Answer 2

Currently, there is no official toggle or setting in Windows that allows users to revert to the old File Explorer interface. However, you may consider using third-party applications that mimic the old File Explorer layout, providing a tree view of files and folders. Additionally, you can explore settings in Windows to customize your File Explorer experience, such as adjusting the view options or using the navigation pane to better manage your files.

If you are looking for specific features or functionalities that were present in older versions of File Explorer, you might want to provide feedback to Microsoft through the Windows Feedback Hub, as user feedback can influence future updates and features.

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References:

• Policy CSP - ADMX_WindowsExplorer
• File Explorer version control integration