desktop and file folders do not refresh automatically

This worked for me on Windows 10, but why is it happening? It started having issues after installing 22H2

Thank You. I understand your Reply.

However, it sounds to me like you have abandoned using OneDrive, and the full concept of it, perhaps because it causes problems with File Explorer in Windows 11.

I adopted OneDrive based upon multiple Microsoft representations regarding its Features & Functionality, notably that OneDrive could be used on multiple devices.

I use OneDrive across 9 devices, and, it works well for that purpose.

I also use the OneDrive feature: Always keep on this device. This option works well for those times when the internet is down and when I travel to a locale with no or poor internet. I can still work.

So, I am still looking for a Root Cause to Windows 11 File Explorer not refreshing.

It OneDrive is the Root Cause then I am still seeking for that elusive Final Resolution.

I have used Windows since version 1.0. File Explorer worked well up through Windows 10.

When you unlink your device from OneDrive and stop it from backuping your device autimatically you can still use OneDrive is a cloud drive to save documents. The point is that when you unlink it you stop it from acting as your virtual destop. I personally don't rely on OneDrive for saving my documents or photos on the cloud. You will still see OneDrive in the File Explorer and you can move files to it.

Thank You for the post.

Are you suggesting that users abandon OneDrive?

I ask because I do not read in your post anything about reconnecting OneDrive.

Many Thank Yous.