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windows 10 my file explorer is not responding.
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*Modified title for accuracy*
*Original title: windows 10 file explorer not responding*
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Open Start, type: file explorer options
Hit Enter
Select the General tab
Click Restore defaults
Could be an issue with your display driver.
uninstall your display driver then restart
Press Windows key + X
Click Device Manager
Expand Display adapters
Right click the current display adapter
Click Uninstall
Exit Device Manager
Restart
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I'm Greg, a volunteer installation specialist and 8 year Windows MVP, here to help you.
Right click Start button to open Task Manager.
On Processes tab, scroll down to Windows Explorer under Windows Processes. Highlight, then click Restart button at bottom.
If this isnt' enough go over this checklist to make sure the install is set up correctly, optimized for best performance, and any needed repairs get done: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...
But remember that Factory or Upgrade installs are inferior installs which most enthusiasts won't even run because they'd expect endless issues. Consider doing the Clean Install in this link which compiles the best possible install that will stay that way as long as you stick with the tools and methods given: http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki...
There is also an automated Refresh that reinstalls WIndows while shedding corrupting factory bloatware, saves your files, but doesn't clear the drive to get it cleanest: https://www.howtogeek.com/265054/how-to-easily-...
I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.
I tried several website recommendation and instructions from MICROSOFT support team. Nothing worked.
Then I stumbled upon the below website and followed their instructions. In one go the problem was solved. In fact this is the only solution to the problem
https://www.drivereasy.com/knowledge/windows-10-file-explorer-wont-open-solved/
Thanks to the person who took time to write the solution to this issue. Its such a serious problem that you cannot access any of your own files!!!
Hello,
Please run SFC /SCANNOW command at administrative Command Prompt and see if that helps.
Hope this helps, Good luck :)
Did you do the Refresh or Clean Install?
