#File Explorer
Is the .Gamingroot File a Virus? Here’s the Truth
Published: December 3, 2024
.GamingRoot is a hidden system file created by Microsoft’s Xbox and Game Bar apps on Windows 10 or 11. You can see this file by enabling the Show hidden items option under the View tab in your primary storage drive or where you have chosen to install your Xbox game app. What .GamingRoot File Is […]
11 Fixes for Slow File Explorer on Windows
Published: December 12, 2023
There could be many reasons why the file explorer is so slow on your Windows computer. And this is not a new problem either as Windows users have been reporting a slow file explorer consuming lots of resources for ages now. There are several steps you can take to increase the file explorer’s speed and […]
13 Fixes For File Explorer Not Showing Files Issue in Windows
Published: August 30, 2023
File Explorer is the default File Manager app in Windows OS and works great most of the time. However, many users face a predicament in the app where File Explorer doesn’t show files. Other issues include a forever-loading screen or missing icons. Misconfigured File Explorer settings, glitched system services, and corrupt system files are the […]
How to Turn Off Group By in File Explorer on Windows
Published: August 24, 2023
Were you casually using your PC when you saw all the files and folders disorganized? Chances are that they might be grouped in some order using Group By feature because that is what’s happening with many users. Even though filters like Group By in File Explorer have been present for quite some time now, Microsoft […]
11 Fixes for File Explorer Left Pane Missing in Windows
Published: July 25, 2023
Windows File Explorer’s left pane, also known as the navigation pane is the easiest way to access the available drives, libraries, and commonly viewed folders. But some users cannot see the left pane in their File Explorer on Windows. The most common reasons for File Explorer’s left pane missing include glitched Windows Explorer, inactive navigation […]
File/Folder Open in Another Program on Windows: How to Find and Force Delete
Updated: December 28, 2022
Sometimes when you delete a file or folder on your Windows PC, it displays an error saying “The action can’t be completed because the folder or a file in it is open in another program”. As the file is in use, Windows tries to block that file from deleting which is good. But unfortunately, it […]
12 Best File Explorer Tips and Tricks for Windows 11
Published: December 4, 2022
Windows File Explorer has come a long way since its inception in 1995. While the underlying concept remains the same, much has changed under the hood, making it a productivity powerhouse for Windows 11 users. A few years ago, I shared some File Explorer tips and tricks for Windows 10, however, Windows 11 has made […]
4 Ways to Rename Multiple Files at Once on Windows 10 and 11
Published: December 1, 2022
Renaming files on Windows is easy. Simply right-click on the file and select the rename option from the context menu, and you can edit the file name instantly. But if you have to rename multiple files on Windows, it isn’t as straightforward. Nonetheless, there are quite a few ways rename multiple files in batch on […]
How to Add File/Folder Shortcut to Android Home Screen
Published: August 19, 2022
Android home screen is customizable to the T. You can place apps, create folders for apps and widgets, and even app shortcuts. However, unlike desktop OS, you cannot add shortcuts to your files and folders on the home screen for quick access by default. But, there are a couple of third-party apps to achieve the […]
How to Use File Explorer Tabs on Windows 11
Published: August 15, 2022
Microsoft introduced a slew of changes and new features to its desktop operating system with Windows 11. However, it appears that the best ones are yet to come. Microsoft has begun testing the File Explorer tabs features in its Windows 11 preview builds. In this post, we’ll show you how to enable and use File […]
How to Open Files With No Extension in Windows 10 and 11
Updated: April 20, 2022
Files have different extensions depending on the app that was used to create and format them. Audio files can be in MP3 or WAV format while video files can be in MP4 or MKV, for example. File format is denoted by its extension followed by a dot (.) or period after the file name in […]
How to Disable/Enable the New Context Menu in Windows 11
Updated: November 11, 2021
With the launch of Windows 11, Microsoft brought a whole lot of UI changes to our beloved desktop OS. Whether it’s the new widgets, centered start menu, or the updated icons, there’s a lot to like about the new Windows 11 design language. One of the major changes also included a revamped context menu with […]
8 Best File Managers for Windows 10 to Replace File Explorer
Published: May 1, 2021
Although the in-built Windows File Explorer has evolved a lot in the last few years, but it hasn’t evolved much in the last decade. Fortunately, there are numerous third-party file manager apps for Windows 10 that you can download and use as an alternative to the default File Explorer. We have listed some innovative Windows file managers […]
5 Best File Manager Apps for Amazon Fire TV Stick
Updated: October 11, 2021
As Fire TV Sticks only support 8 GB of storage, oftentimes I will be on the file explorers looking for what to delete or how to transfer those files to my phone. File manager apps for Amazon Fire TV Stick are needed for this. So, here are the best Fire TV Stick file managers to […]
15 Windows 10 File Explorer Tips and Tricks to Use It like a Pro
Updated: October 16, 2021
After the disaster that Windows 8 was, Microsoft got a lot of things right with the launch of Windows 10. Both users and developers seem to be happy with the current iteration which keeps getting better and better with each new update. File Explorer also got a boost with some nifty shortcuts and options hidden […]
Send Files From Computer to Android over WiFi
Updated: October 16, 2021
Since you are reading this, it’s safe to assume, you have a Computer, WiFi and few android phones. Right? And every once in a while you need to send files from computer to Android. For me, I usually transfer big videos likes movies or tv shows. But it can be anything. If this was a few years ago, […]