First preview build for Windows 11 in 2026 is out with fixes for File Explorer and more0 0

The first Windows 11 preview build in 2026 is here, and it brings accessibility improvements, a new Windows Spotlight icon, ...
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Files v4.0 is the ultimate 'File Explorer' replacement for Windows 11 — bringing a Fluent‑style redesign for Microsoft apps

Despite being released over 4 years ago, Windows 11 has struggled to gain traction and broad adoption by users compared to its predecessor, Windows 10. However, in recent months, Windows 11 became the ...
PC World

These 9 File Explorer alternatives make your Windows PC so much better

Windows Explorer has always seemed like a part of a small car’s toolkit: perfectly usable, but limited to the basic functions. Over the years, Microsoft has repeatedly revised the software and added a ...
TweakTown

Microsoft's plan to speed up File Explorer in Windows 11 backfires: double the RAM, still slow

TL;DR: Windows 11's File Explorer remains slower than Windows 10 despite a fix that preloads the app at startup, doubling its RAM usage without significantly improving speed. The slower performance ...
The Verge

Microsoft is speeding up and decluttering File Explorer in Windows 11

Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. Preloading will help File Explorer launch more quickly on less powerful hardware. is a senior editor and author of ...
TweakTown

Microsoft finally delivers a proper Dark Mode in the latest Windows 11 update

TL;DR: Windows 11's latest Dev Channel update enhances the dark mode experience by applying it to File Explorer's dialog boxes, improving visual consistency. Additional features include advanced ...