Windows 11 File Explorer - focus jumps to address bar when creating new folder

Anonymous
2023-12-14T17:22:31+00:00

In Windows 11 File Explorer, when I create a new folder instead of moving the typing focus to the folder's name it jumps to the address bar. I.e.:

  1. I click the "new folder" button (or right-click -> new folder)
  2. It creates a new folder called "New Folder"
  3. The cursor moves to the Windows 11 address bar. This sets the new folder's name to "New Folder" and if I type anything it types it into the address bar
  4. I have to click on the "New Folder" folder and go through the standard folder rename process (e.g. press F2 or right-click -> rename).

How do I stop this? I expect that when I create a new folder I can type it's name directly.

Edition Windows 11 Pro

Version 23H2

Installed on ‎2023-‎09-‎06

OS build 22631.2861

Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.22681.1000.0

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Files, folders, and storage

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-06-19T11:02:26+00:00

    This doesn't work for me. Désolé.

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